“A quintessentially British townhouse that prides itself on spectacular service with laid back vibes. Classic-styled rooms house period pictures, antiques & comfortable beds. Restaurant 190 Queen's Gate offers contemporary classic dishes and Bar 190 superb G&Ts! Spot on location for city exploring”
“A quintessentially British townhouse that prides itself on spectacular service with laid back vibes. Classic-styled rooms house period pictures, antiques & comfortable beds. Restaurant 190 Queen's Gate offers contemporary classic dishes and Bar 190 superb G&Ts! Spot on location for city exploring”
Hotel Review
Recommended For
- Learning
- The Science Museum is next door and has first-rate interactive exhibits for all the family.
- City Style
- Whether in London for business or leisure, the South Kensington location is spot on.
- Close to nightlife
- Kensington is home to lively speakeasys, rooftop bars and notorious restaurants.
- Romantic Break
- Have a classically romantic stay in the heart of London.
- Sights nearby
- Great location for the Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park.
- Other Activities
- Enjoy the lively Bar 190.
- Restaurant
- Restaurant 190 Queen's Gate is overseen by Michelin starred chef Daniel Galmiche.
- Romantic
- Conference facilities
- Quiet
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Full of character
- Townhouse
- Artworks
- Boutique
- Historic
- Antiques
- Quirky
- Child friendly
- Charming
- Luxury
- Four poster beds
- Intimate
- Free wifi
Facilities
- Restaurant
- Restaurant 190 Queen's Gate is overseen by Michelin starred chef Daniel Galmiche.
- Safe
- Bath robes
- Conference facilities
- Bar
- Fireplace
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Airport transfer
- In room DVD
- Walking distance restaurants
- Meeting Room
- Cots available
- Massage
- No pets
- Library
- Suites
- Child friendly
- Sitting Room
- 24 Hour room service
- Business Centre
- Concierge
- Satellite / Cable TV
- In room music system
- Four poster beds
- Wifi
- Air conditioning
- Free wifi
Activities
- Learning
- The Science Museum is next door and has first-rate interactive exhibits for all the family.
- Close to nightlife
- Kensington is home to lively speakeasys, rooftop bars and notorious restaurants.
- Sights nearby
- Great location for the Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park.
- Other Activities
- Enjoy the lively Bar 190.
Map & Location
What's Nearby
See What They Say
The second you step in the lobby of The Gore, you know this is a place where history happened. Everything from location, the steps taking you to the entrance, the décor of the hotel and rooms reflects the history of the legendary British hospitality and so many of our guests come to stay with us at The Gore for this iconic experience. Our guests also love how close we are to Royal Albert Hall and always have a G&T in our famous Bar 190 before going to a show or enjoy an afternoon tea or dinner in our lovely restaurant.
What is there to do in the area or on site?
Bar 190 is perfect for evening drinks for a party of any size and 190 Queen’s Gate by Daniel Galmiche restaurant offers a contemporary classics, prepared and presented in a captivatingly modern way. To enjoy the most of the location, Royal Albert Hall is just a stone’s throw away as well as Hyde Park. The Victoria & Albert Museum and Natural History museum are also just a 10 min walk away.
What kind of breakfast do you offer?
Continental breakfast
Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally?
190 Queen’s Gate by Daniel Galmiche offers lunch, dinner, pre-theatre menu and afternoon tea. Our Concierge team will be delighted to recommend local restaurant depending on your requirements.
Which are your most popular room types, and why?
All of The Gore's 50 lavishly appointed rooms and suites are individually furnished, creating a distinctive atmosphere that makes each one truly unique. We have guests who come back to experience all of our rooms but the Junior Suites at The Gore are most sought-after, each representing The Gore’s most famous guests such as The Dame Nellie.
What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms ?
We can accommodate families with children in our rooms and an extra bed is available upon request.
What message would you like to give Hotel Guru readers?
The Gore is a real gem of Kensington and is a perfect enclave to explore the heart of London. Kensington Palace is just around the corner, as are Hyde Park’s flowerbeds, the Natural History Museum’s collections and London’s temple of music – the Royal Albert Hall. South Kensington and Knightsbridge’s array of shops, bars and restaurants are also within walking distance. The quintessentially British décor of the rooms, suites and common spaces will enchant the guests from the first moment, while 190 Queen’s Gate by Daniel Galmiche and Bar 190 are perfect spots for pre and post-show dining and an evening of favourite mixtures in iconic surrounds.
Other Reviews
Sunday Times Ultimate 100 British Hotels 2014
It’s all about the beds here, so choose your weapon with care: four-poster, canopied, half-tester, even Tudor...
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