Dream South Kensington Apartment
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★★★★★

Dream South Kensington Apartment

13 Thurloe Street, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 2SS, United Kingdom
7.6 / 10 Greater London United Kingdom
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Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Dream South Kensington Apartment on Thurloe Street, you’d honestly miss it if you weren’t looking carefully — and that’s actually part of its charm. This five-star luxury apartment sits quietly in one of those classic London terraced buildings that blend seamlessly into the South Ken streetscape. I mean, you’re literally a two-minute walk from the Victoria and Albert Museum, and the Royal Albert Hall is just around the corner.

The Space

The room itself feels more like staying in a well-appointed London flat than a typical hotel suite. There’s this lovely sense of space that you just don’t get in most London accommodations — you know what I mean if you’ve ever tried to open a suitcase in a standard hotel room here. The luxury touches are there without being over the top: quality linens, tasteful furnishings, and those little details that make you feel like you’re living like a local rather than just passing through.

The Neighborhood Advantage

What really strikes me about this location is how genuinely residential it feels while being incredibly central. Thurloe Street has this quiet, almost village-like quality despite being surrounded by some of London’s biggest attractions. You can grab your morning coffee from one of the local cafés and actually feel like you belong in the neighborhood. The South Kensington tube station is practically on your doorstep, which makes getting anywhere in the city ridiculously easy.

Practical Considerations

Now, I’ll be honest — with a 7.6 rating, this isn’t going to be flawless luxury service like you’d get at The Ritz. But for what it is, the Dream South Kensington Apartment delivers something different. The kitchen setup means you can actually prepare your own meals if you want to, which is brilliant for longer stays or if you just get tired of eating out every night. Parking in this area is basically non-existent, so definitely rely on public transport or taxis.

Why Guests Love It

What keeps drawing people back here is that perfect balance of luxury comfort and authentic London living. You’re staying in one of the city’s most cultured neighborhoods — I mean, you could spend days just exploring the museums within walking distance. The apartment gives you that sense of independence and space that’s so rare in central London, while still maintaining those five-star touches that make it feel special. It’s honestly ideal for travelers who want to experience London like a temporary resident rather than a tourist passing through.

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Guest Scores
7.6
Very Good
Based on verified reviews
Staff
8.3
Comfort
7.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
7.5
Facilities
7.3
Cleanliness
7.8
Value for money
7.2
Available Rooms
Deluxe Apartment
1 large double bed 2 sofa beds
Max persons: 2
$385
per night
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Facilities
Bedroom 2
Linen
Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom 8
Toilet paper
Towels
Bath or shower
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Bath
Outdoors 1
Terrace
Living Area 4
Dining area
Sofa
Seating Area
Desk
Food & Drink 1
Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility 1
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Miscellaneous 4
Non-smoking throughout
Heating
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View 2
City view
View
Room Amenities 10
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Drying rack for clothing
Fold-up bed
Clothes rack
Private entrance
Carpeted
Fan
Ironing facilities
Iron
Languages spoken 3
English
Italian
Slovenian
Safety & security 1
Smoke alarms
Media & Technology 2
Flat-screen TV
TV
Reception services 2
Invoice provided
Express check-in/check-out
Building characteristics 1
Private apartment in building
Other for your stay 12
Dining table
Cleaning products
Toaster
Stovetop
Oven
Kitchenware
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
House Rules
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
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
S
Sean
United Kingdom
8
"Very good"
Superb location Great Comms & recommendations Lovely flat
What could be improved: Better quality towels and bedding and it would have been perfect
16 October 2025
V
Vanessa
New Zealand
9
"Great location, good value for money."
Awesome location, very safe, right next to tube. Great to have host met us when we arrived. Very handy to have a wash by machine/dryer available for use. Thank you for flexibility with checkout time.
What could be improved: Would be great to have a larger pan for cooking for a family.
2 October 2025
H
Hoang
United States
9
"Superb"
The location of the apartment was amazing!
What could be improved: Apartment is on the older side so bathroom is not as updated but everything is on working order.
24 December 2024
K
Kristina
United States
8
"Great location. Comfortable apartment."
Very clean. Bed and pullout sofa were comfortable. Location is superb. The manager accommodated an early check in and was friendly.
What could be improved: The kitchen could be slightly better equipped. A strainer for pasta or washing lettuce would be helpful.
31 May 2024
E
Ewen
United Kingdom
7
"Overall happy"
Location was great.
What could be improved: Bathroom a bit tired and generally the place could do with a freshen up.
10 July 2023
S
Sophie
United Kingdom
8
"Great Location 😊"
The apartment is so close to the tube you can see it from the balcony. Comfortable bed and a surprisingly quiet area so we got a great nights sleep.
What could be improved: Not many kitchen utensils but we eat out most nights so not to much of an issue.
23 June 2023
G
Guillermo
United Kingdom
9
"Great location, clean and comfortable"
Location was great, 1 minute away from South Kensington tube station.
5 June 2023
S
Selcuk
Turkey
9
"Cute and historical place"
Very good location, nice and security place
What could be improved: When you open the windows, many flies can get in. It would be better if there was a mosquito net on the window
18 June 2025
C
Corinne
United States
8
"Lovely little place"
The location is fantastic!:)
11 July 2024
J
Jennifer
United Kingdom
7
"Great location, lovely views, peaceful spot."
Perfect location, so close to station, restaurants and amenities. Really easy check in, helpful host.
What could be improved: Pillows way too large, broken tiles in bathroom floor, some bedding smelt used. Dated kitchen.
18 August 2023
Surroundings
What's nearby
Hyde Park 500 m
Princes Garden 500 m
Ropers Gardens 1.7 km
Science Museum 400 m
Wilton Crescent 1.8 km
Kensington Square 1.8 km
Baden-Powell House 650 m
London Science Museum 350 m
Natural History Museum 350 m
Victoria and Albert Museum 250 m
Restaurants & cafes
Restaurant Daquise 150 m
Restaurant Oriental Canteen 30 m
Restaurant Kensington Creperie 50 m
Top attractions
Big Ben 4 km
Regents Park 4.9 km
Somerset House 5 km
Madame Tussauds 4.1 km
St James's Park 3.2 km
Banqueting House 4.1 km
Trafalgar Square 3.9 km
Buckingham Palace 3 km
Piccadilly Circus 3.4 km
Churchill War Rooms 3.8 km
Natural beauty
Lake The Serpentine 1.8 km
Public transport
Bus Smith Close 10 km
Train Imperial Wharf 3 km
Metro Gloucester Road 800 m
Bus Victoria Coach Station 2.2 km
Train Victoria Train Station 2.7 km
Metro South Kensington Underground Station 100 m
Closest airports
London City Airport 17 km
London Gatwick Airport 45 km
London Heathrow Airport 19 km
Dream South Kensington Apartment
13 Thurloe Street, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 2SS, United Kingdom
$385 / per night
7.6 Very Good
★★★★★
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