Chic & Trendy 1BR Flat in Prime Location
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Chic & Trendy 1BR Flat in Prime Location

187 Cromwell Road, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW5 0SF, United Kingdom
8 / 10 Greater London United Kingdom
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Overview

First Impressions

You know what struck me about Chic & Trendy 1BR Flat in Prime Location? It’s one of those places that actually lives up to its name — and honestly, that doesn’t happen often. Walking into this four-star apartment on Cromwell Road, I immediately got why they went with “chic” in the title. The space has this effortless modern vibe that feels intentional without trying too hard.

Location & Neighborhood

The Cromwell Road address puts you right in the heart of Kensington, which means you’re basically surrounded by some of London’s best bits. I mean, you can walk to the Natural History Museum in about ten minutes, and South Kensington tube station is close enough that you’ll never stress about getting around. What I really appreciated though was how this stretch of Cromwell Road has that perfect balance — busy enough to feel alive, but not so chaotic that you can’t think straight.

The Space

Inside, the room layout actually makes sense, which is rarer than you’d think in London flats. The bedroom feels properly separate from the living area, so if you’re traveling with someone, you won’t be stepping on each other constantly. The kitchen is compact but functional — I managed to make proper coffee in the mornings and even threw together a simple dinner one night using the local Tesco Metro down the street.

Practical Details

Here’s something that saved me a headache: there’s decent storage space, so you won’t be living out of your suitcase for the entire stay. The WiFi actually works well (tested it extensively while catching up on emails), and the shower has proper water pressure. Small things, maybe, but they add up when you’re staying somewhere for more than just a night or two. The building itself is well-maintained, and I never had issues with noise from neighbors or the street.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t the fanciest place you’ll ever stay, but it hits that sweet spot of being genuinely comfortable while keeping you connected to what makes London interesting. You’re close enough to pop into Hyde Park for a morning walk, grab dinner in South Ken, or head into central London without it feeling like a major expedition. It’s the kind of place where you can actually settle in for a few days and feel like you’re getting a real taste of living in the city, rather than just passing through.

Guest Scores
8
Excellent
Based on verified reviews
Staff
8.3
Comfort
7.5
Location
8.9
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
7.7
Value for money
7.7
Available Rooms
One-Bedroom Apartment
1 large double bed 1 sofa bed
Max persons: 4
$264
per night
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Facilities
Bedroom 1
Linen
Bathroom 8
Toilet paper
Towels
Towels/sheets (extra fee)
Bath or shower
Private bathroom
Toilet
Hairdryer
Bath
Living Area 4
Dining area
Sofa
Seating Area
Desk
Food & Drink 1
Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility 1
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Miscellaneous 6
Air conditioning
Non-smoking throughout
Heating
Lift
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Room Amenities 4
Sofa bed
Fan
Ironing facilities
Iron
Languages spoken 1
English
Safety & security 3
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Security alarm
Media & Technology 1
Flat-screen TV
Reception services 1
Luggage storage
Building characteristics 1
Private apartment in building
Other for your stay 11
Dining table
Coffee machine
Toaster
Stovetop
Oven
Kitchenware
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Washing machine
Microwave
Refrigerator
House Rules
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation/prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Guest reviews
P
Phillis
Hong Kong
8
"It was overall a very pleasant stay."
Location is convenient. All that we need for the stay has been catered for, and Sainsbury’s and coop are nearby.
What could be improved: We did expect air conditioning as stated on the site. Instead we found one mobile air cooler. Upon request, another fan was sent to us on the following day which was helpful. The living room where the sofa bed is situated is noisy as it faces the main road. We had to open the windows for ventilation in this weather. The worst is the stair case which was right next to the bedroom and woke us up whenever someone went up/down when they could have taken the lift.
23 July 2025
M
Muhammad
Malaysia
9
"Superb"
Spacious apartment, great location, facilties aplenty, overall it was exceptional! The host was friendly and helpful too
What could be improved: The room was not prepared 100% even though we arrived about 30 minutes past 3pm, but it was ready after a short while. We found one or two bed bugs on the bed, but we turned over the mattress and checked everything under the bed sheets and pillow covers, no other bed bugs. We also did not got any bed bug bites throughout our 6-night stay, so it was probably just those two bugs and nothing more.
7 November 2025
O
Omar
Egypt
10
"Exceptional"
Everything, from the location, the apartment facilities, and the kindness of the host with attentive and timely responses
What could be improved: Nothing
7 August 2025
N
Naz
Austria
1
"Bad"
Nice location and thats it.
What could be improved: We had BEDBUGS after our stay. Wouldn't recommend under any circumstances to book this place!!!
12 October 2025
A
Anonymous
Poland
3
"Warning: bed bugs."
The location was okay
What could be improved: We found bed bugs in our bed and got bitten during the night, so we left the apartment after just one night. The apartment was also dirty — the bedding and towels were not clean. Very disappointing experience.
9 November 2025
E
Eugène
Switzerland
7
"Good"
Localisation et calme.
What could be improved: Vétuste malgré l’apparence de modernité. Les meubles et équipements sont cheap. Quelques rafraîchissements seraient bienvenus
6 December 2025
Y
Yevhen
Ukraine
9
"Постельное белье и полоьенца пора обновить."
Местоположение. Оперативность в общении с хозяином квартиры. Хорошая просторная квартира с большой кухней.
29 August 2025
I
Ibrahim
Saudi Arabia
8
"Very good"
18 August 2025
H
Han
United Kingdom
9
"Superb"
15 September 2025
Surroundings
What's nearby
Hyde Park 800 m
Perks Field 1.8 km
Princes Garden 1.7 km
Science Museum 1.7 km
Kensington Palace 1.4 km
Kensington Square 1.1 km
The Design Museum 1.2 km
Baden-Powell House 1.3 km
London Science Museum 1.7 km
Natural History Museum 1.6 km
Restaurants & cafes
Restaurant Turmeric Kitchen 200 m
Restaurant The Atrium Restuarant 150 m
Restaurant Addie’s Thai Restaurant & Bar 250 m
Top attractions
Big Ben 5 km
Regents Park 5 km
Madame Tussauds 4.9 km
St James's Park 4.9 km
Banqueting House 5 km
Trafalgar Square 5 km
Buckingham Palace 4.4 km
Piccadilly Circus 5 km
Churchill War Rooms 5 km
Victoria and Albert Museum 1.9 km
Natural beauty
Lake The Long Water 2.5 km
Public transport
Metro Earls Court 400 m
Train Imperial Wharf 2.8 km
Train Shepherd's Bush 2.4 km
Bus Victoria Coach Station 3.8 km
Metro High Street Kensington 750 m
Bus St Francis of Assisi Church (Stop J) 11 km
Closest airports
London City Airport 19 km
London Gatwick Airport 45 km
London Heathrow Airport 17 km
Chic & Trendy 1BR Flat in Prime Location
187 Cromwell Road, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW5 0SF, United Kingdom
$264 / per night
8 Excellent
★★★★☆
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