Knightsbridge Dream Apartment
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★★★★

Knightsbridge Dream Apartment

13 Thurloe Street, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 2SS, United Kingdom
8.2 / 10 Greater London United Kingdom
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Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Knightsbridge Dream Apartment on Thurloe Street, you immediately get that “I’ve made it” feeling — you know, the one where you’re staying somewhere that locals actually wish they could afford. This four-star property sits right in the thick of things in London, and honestly, the location alone justifies the booking. The building has that classic Kensington elegance without being stuffy, and there’s something reassuring about being steps away from both the Victoria and Albert Museum and Harrods.

The Heart of Everything

What really strikes you about this place is how effortlessly you can navigate London from here. I mean, you’re practically living next door to South Kensington tube station, which puts you three stops from Oxford Circus and about the same to Westminster. The Natural History Museum is literally around the corner — perfect if you’re traveling with kids or just want to kill an afternoon wandering through the dinosaur galleries. Hyde Park is close enough for morning jogs, and honestly, you’ll find yourself walking everywhere because the neighborhood is just that pleasant.

The Space Itself

The apartment feels more like a proper London home than a typical hotel room, which is refreshing after staying in cramped city hotels. You get a real sense of space here, with a proper kitchen that’s actually functional — not one of those token setups with a mini-fridge and a prayer. The furnishings strike that sweet spot between modern comfort and classic British style, though don’t expect cutting-edge design. It’s comfortable, well-maintained, and has everything you actually need rather than everything a brochure thinks you want.

Living Like a Local

Having your own place in Knightsbridge changes how you experience London, actually. You can grab groceries from the Waitrose down the street, cook breakfast while planning your day, and come back to decompress without dealing with hotel lobby crowds. The neighborhood has this interesting mix — you’ll see museum-goers with backpacks walking alongside locals in designer coats heading to Harvey Nichols. There’s a decent restaurant scene within walking distance too, from casual gastropubs to places where you’ll want to dress up a bit.

Why Guests Love It

Look, couples especially seem to get what this place offers — there’s something romantic about having your own little corner of one of London’s most desirable neighborhoods. The location score speaks for itself, and you’ll understand why once you realize you can walk to Buckingham Palace, pop over to Chelsea for dinner, or spend an afternoon in the museums without ever needing a taxi. It’s not the flashiest place you’ll ever stay, but it gives you that rare thing in London: space to breathe and a location that makes you feel like you’re living the city rather than just visiting it. Plus, parking in this area is notoriously difficult, so having that sorted removes one major London headache.

Exploring London blends royal heritage, UNESCO landmarks, and vibrant neighborhoods glowing with golden-hour light.

Guest Scores
8.2
Excellent
Based on verified reviews
Staff
8.9
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.8
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.7
Value for money
8.3
Available Rooms
Apartment
1 large double bed 1 sofa bed
Max persons: 2
$363
per night
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Facilities
Bedroom 2
Linen
Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom 9
Toilet paper
Towels
Bath or shower
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Bath
Shower
Living Area 4
Dining area
Sofa
Seating Area
Desk
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 9
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Drying rack for clothing
Clothes rack
Hardwood or parquet floors
Private entrance
Fan
Ironing facilities
Iron
Languages spoken 4
English
Italian
Slovenian
Ukrainian
Cleaning services 2
Daily housekeeping Additional charge
Ironing service Additional charge
Safety & security 4
Fire extinguishers
CCTV outside property
Smoke alarms
Key access
Media & Technology 2
Flat-screen TV
TV
Reception services 3
Invoice provided
Private check-in/check-out
Express check-in/check-out
Building characteristics 1
Private apartment in building
Other for your stay 12
Dining table
Coffee machine
Cleaning products
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
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
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
C
Christopher
United States
8
"Fabulous location. Very clean and well appointed"
Very clean, excellent location. Comfortable bed.
What could be improved: Could have used more towels. And 2nd floor in UK means 3rd floor. Just be aware. No problem.
7 September 2025
L
Lesley
United Kingdom
9
"Fabulous stay would definitely return"
Location and decor
25 January 2025
A
Andre
Portugal
9
"A weekend at South Kensington."
Location was excellent. Right next to metro, and museums. Apartment was very confortable, warm and clean. Very well equipped. Nice bed and sofa to sleep.
What could be improved: The apartment is a bit small for 4 persons. But we spent the whole day out visiting London. So it was just fine.
9 December 2024
D
Debby
United Kingdom
9
"Clean and comfortable property in perfect location"
We love the most is the location, its close to HTB Church and South Kensington Station which is handy to travel to Portobello, High street Ken and walk to Hyde Park and Mayfair. The property is clean and complete with everything that we need during our stay, even sea salt.
What could be improved: The Fans were very weak, please replace with better strong fans (plenty cheap but good ones from Amazon) especially during warmer months in London. If we open the windows, we would hear the noise from the street, so I was sweating for the evening.
5 August 2024
R
Raha
United Kingdom
9
"Highly recommend this apartment."
The apartment was really clean, in an excellent location, literally 2min walk to V&A and Natural History museums. Around the apartment there are lots of nice cafes and restaurants. It’s very central and close to lots of places. The owner was very responsive and helpful. We booked it in December and the apartment was nice and warm.
What could be improved: The only criticism is that the sofa bed could have been more comfortable, with a proper mattress, as we booked the apartment for 3 people and one of us had to sleep on the sofa bed. But it didn’t bother us too much as everything else was really good.
17 December 2023
A
Alyson
United Kingdom
9
"Great weekend break"
The apartment was great, very clean, and in a central location. The host was also lovely and really responsive with instructions and questions throughout the stay.
What could be improved: It was hot during our trip and the fans provided were not the best but otherwise, everything was excellent!
4 July 2023
J
Jolene
United States
9
"This place is great! I will for sure recommend to friends! Location doesn’t get any better then this. The host is great,"
Location was perfect! Right by the tube station, restaurants, great area!
What could be improved: Needs a little updating, fans very loud, new towels would be nice.
25 June 2023
S
Sandra
Australia
8
"Overall very happy with this apartment."
The location was excellent. Apartment facilities were very good. Heating was very good. Relatively quiet as well. Comfortable sofa bed.
What could be improved: It needs a dustpan and hand broom for cleaning small spills. For a three night stay for three people perhaps a few more soaps, and other toiletries.
4 April 2023
Y
Yusmaaniza
Malaysia
9
"We will surely book again next time."
The location! It's just few steps away to South Kensington station and also nearby to the museums . It's also easy to find halal food around there. We love the stay.
What could be improved: Nope. Everything was perfect for our staycation.
16 January 2023
D
Diana
Bermuda
8
"Great London short stay"
Was a bright and airy flat beautiful situation in South Kensington…close access to the underground,grocery shops, pharmacy and several restaurants. We liked the close proximity to the V&A museum and Royal Albert Hall…as well as Harrods!
What could be improved: Only drawback for us wee the stairs… 4 flights with heavy luggage was no easy feat, but our greeter Katrina was very helpful getting us up and settled!
31 August 2025
Surroundings
Top attractions
Big Ben 4.1 km
Regents Park 4.9 km
Somerset House 5 km
Madame Tussauds 4.1 km
St James's Park 3.3 km
Trafalgar Square 3.9 km
Buckingham Palace 3 km
Piccadilly Circus 3.4 km
Churchill War Rooms 3.8 km
Natural History Museum 350 m
Restaurants & cafes
Restaurant Oriental Canteen 1 m
Restaurant Kensington Creperie 10 m
Restaurant Kensington Crêperie 10 m
Natural beauty
Lake The Serpentine 1.7 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 2.8 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
Knightsbridge Dream Apartment
13 Thurloe Street, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 2SS, United Kingdom
$363 / per night
8.2 Excellent
★★★★☆
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