Premier Inn London Kensington - Olympia vs Similar Hotels

Beds are often described as very comfortable and rooms well appointed with good soundproofing; some reports of sagging mattresses and limited storage space.

Frequent complaints about small/basic rooms, limited natural light or windows facing a wall, small/uncomfortable beds and occasional AC problems; some rooms described as recently renovated and bathroom clean.

Rooms noted for good design, size and bathrooms; some maintenance and climate-control issues (AC weak, noisy ventilation, occasional faulty appliances) reduce the score slightly.

Some rooms reported as small and uncomfortable.

Generally reported as clean overall, but several guests noted bathroom cleanliness issues (lime scale on showerhead) and occasional missed details.

Generally praised as very clean in many reviews ("Extremely clean", "muy limpio"), but some reports of poor cleaning and carpet/hair issues reduce the score.

Mixed reports: several guests praised clean, large rooms, but there are strong negative mentions (hair in shower, dirty WC) indicating inconsistent housekeeping.

Generally clean, but minor issues mentioned in some reviews.

Consistently praised for a central location within walking distance of the centre and excellent public-transport and highway access.

Consistently highlighted as excellent — close to Gloucester Road tube, parks and transport links; many reviewers cite the location as a main positive.

Convenient for car travel and public transport (bus stop nearby) but many comment on an industrial setting and being a bit far from the island/center.

Excellent location with good transport links.

Staff repeatedly described as friendly and helpful at check-in and during stay, even with mentions of staffing shortages.

Staff repeatedly described as helpful, friendly and welcoming across multiple reviews (positive mentions in English, French, Arabic, Dutch), though a few service policy issues were noted (luggage policy, daily toiletries on request).

Staff repeatedly described as friendly and helpful; check-in/service remarks are consistently positive across reviews.

Staff received high praise for their helpfulness and care.

Breakfast is frequently praised for quality and taste, yet constrained by limited seating and a smaller-than-expected selection (notably fresh fruit).

Breakfast is described positively by some, but overall food is basic for others and occasional supply issues (e.g., milk availability) were reported.

Breakfast is repeatedly described as very good/rich and a highlight; hotel restaurant/menu receives some criticism but breakfast quality is strong.

Limited feedback about food and beverage options.

Mixed: parking is available but considered expensive and limited (few EV chargers); some guests reported AC being turned off at night and a small breakfast area.

Mixed: breakfast available and some positive notes, but lacking in-room fridge, no laundry facilities/service, small elevators and occasional maintenance issues; toiletries sometimes not provided unless requested.

Good breakfast offering, hotel bar and parking available; negatives include paid/limited parking, no refrigerator in some rooms and limited individual climate control.

Basic amenities present, with some issues noted in specific reviews.

Mixed perceptions — breakfast seen as good value by some, but parking fees, limited breakfast selection and seating lowered perceived value for others.

Several guests call it good or very affordable value for a central location, though at least one guest felt it was low value for the price.

Perceived as generally good for a stopover but several guests flagged parking fees and occasional mismatch between price and on-site restaurant/room service as drawbacks.

Fairly priced given location and overall service.