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St Simeon

★★·8.3/ 10Recommended
·Hotels
Lift / ElevatorStaff adhere to local safety protocolsGuest rooms disinfected between staysCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusCashless payment availableInternet accessAll 9 facilities +
Review
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Located in fashionable South Kensington, St Simeon offers cooked breakfast in the mornings, a self-catering communal kitchen, and free WiFi in public areas. Less than 10 minutes' walk from central London's famous museums, it is also just a 5-minute walk from both Earl's Court and Gloucester Road Tube Stations. With period-style decor, each budget room includes a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities in central kitchen, and an en-suite bath or shower room. Hairdryers are available upon request. St Simeon offers a communal kitchen for guests along with a dining area and a TV room. Reception closes at 1. 00am. There are numerous bars and restaurants within 10 minutes’ walk of the building. In London's affluent Kensington and Chelsea district, St Simeon is just 20 minutes' walk from the world-famous Harrods Department Store. Home to the historic Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, iconic Westminster can be reached after a 20-minute journey on the District or Circle Tube Lines. Public car parks and on-street metered parking is available just 5 minutes' walk away.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 80 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-21

Guests consistently praise the quiet Kensington location near tube stations and attractions, friendly staff, complimentary kitchen access, and good value. The main drawbacks are small rooms, aging furnishings, inadequate soundproofing and blackout curtains, compact bathrooms, and occasional reliance on packaged breakfast items. Overall, it suits budget travelers seeking a convenient base rather than spacious luxury.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.4
Service9.3
Wi-Fi8.7
Cleanliness8.3
Value8.2
Rooms8.0
Facilities7.6
Surroundings7.6
+ PraisedExcellent location and quiet area · Friendly and helpful staff · Rich breakfast options · High cleanliness standard
- ComplaintsSmall room size · Facility details need improvement · Breakfast ventilation or taste issues · Rooms are consistently small

KEYIdeal for budget travelers prioritizing location and service over space. Those needing quiet, modern amenities, or air conditioning should manage expectations or consider alternatives.

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