What are the non-negotiables of a perfect vacation? Is it the museum-hopping, the food-hunting, the thrill of getting lost in cobbled streets, or the inevitable shopping spree that adds extra weight to your luggage? While all of that is essential, nothing matters more than where you return after racking up 20,000 steps a day. In a city like London—fast, bustling, and gloriously overwhelming—coming back to the right hotel can turn exhaustion into ease. And lucky for us, The Other House South Kensington delivers exactly that, and then some.
The beauty of The Other House is that there isn’t just one way to stay here. It’s designed for every kind of traveller, whether you’re in London for a whirlwind weekend or planning to settle in for a few weeks or months. This chic central London property doesn’t just give you a bed; it gives you a sense of home. The Other House doesn’t offer “rooms” in the traditional sense, but meticulously designed spaces created to feel like your own London apartment.
If you’re only in town for a few nights, the Bedrooms are perfect little sanctuaries. A king-size bed dressed in crisp linens, generous wardrobe space (finally, somewhere to put all those Harrods shopping bags), and a sleek ensuite shower make them compact but far from basic. The interiors are unmistakably British, with rich velvets, tweeds, and bold botanical prints layered in deep greens, teal blues, burgundy, and sage.
The Club Flats are where the “home away from home” feeling really shines. Think of them as chic London studios: a cosy sitting area for late-night debriefs, a fully equipped kitchenette that makes breakfast in pyjamas an actual option, and a bedroom that can be screened off for privacy.
Need a bit more breathing room? The Greater Flats expand the footprint with larger sitting and dining areas. They’re ideal if you’re staying longer or simply like to spread out and feel like the flat is truly yours.
For something truly special, the Club Collection is irresistible. Each flat is unique—duplexes with sweeping space, quirky turrets that feel plucked from a storybook, or serene courtyard apartments that give you a secret little oasis in the middle of London. They’re one-of-a-kind, the kind of spaces you’ll want to brag about having stayed in.
And if you’re travelling with family or friends, the Club Combos are a stroke of genius. Interconnecting flats open into multi-bedroom homes with one shared key, and some are even set around their own riad-style courtyard. Everyone gets privacy, but you still feel together—it’s basically like having your own London townhouse.
Whichever space you choose, the signature interiors tie them all together: layered, textured, and rich, striking that sweet spot between comfort and luxury. It’s less about checking into a hotel and more about finding the London address you wish you actually had.
The kitchenettes for all types of rooms come fully equipped, making it easy to prepare breakfast before a day out or enjoy a quiet dinner in. But for those who’d rather leave the cooking behind, the in-house restaurant, The Other Kitchen, is a destination in itself. Mornings start with everything from a hearty traditional English breakfast to eggs cooked just the way you like them, alongside healthier favourites like avocado toast and granola bowls. The bakery selection—flaky pastries, croissants, and more—will tempt even the most disciplined traveller, and the spread of drinks, from fresh juices and matcha to endless cups of tea and coffee, makes it easy to linger over breakfast.
Later in the day, the menu shifts to all-day dining, with comforting dishes and sharing plates that make it the perfect fallback whenever hunger strikes. Add to that the fact that South Kensington itself is dotted with cafés, brasseries, and gourmet food shops. It’s this flexibility, the option to live as independently as you like or lean on the hotel’s services, that makes The Other House such a clever concept.
Step outside and you’re in the heart of South Kensington. It’s the London of postcard dreams: the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Natural History Museum are a ten-minute stroll away, Kensington Palace is right around the corner, while Buckingham Palace is a short drive away, Hyde Park is practically your back garden, and Harrods is close enough to make your credit card nervous. The beauty of this location is that you can do it all—cultural sightseeing, lazy park walks, shopping marathons—and then retreat into a space that feels like it’s yours. That’s the genius of The Other House: it doesn’t just give you somewhere to sleep, it gives you somewhere to live.
That’s not all; The Other House South Kensington also offers residents access to its private members’ club. As a part of the club, guests get access to lounges that feel like chic living rooms, a screening room perfect for a spontaneous movie night, and a wellness retreat with a vitality pool, sauna, and steam rooms. The gym is open around the clock for those who like to keep their routine intact, while the Owl & Monkey bar offers the perfect excuse to unwind long into the evening. That freedom—to socialise or retreat, to indulge or recharge—is exactly what made the stay feel like home.
The convenience factor can’t be overstated either. The Other House app lets you skip reception queues, adjust the lighting or heating in your flat, and even see how busy the gym is before you head down. Parcel storage means you can online-shop to your heart’s content, while beauty treatments and holistic massages can be booked straight to your door.
By the time we left, we’d stopped thinking of ourselves as hotel guests and started feeling like Londoners with keys to their own place. The Other House South Kensington has that rare quality: it wraps you in comfort while giving you the city at your doorstep. For anyone wanting to experience London like a local—but with the luxury of indulgent hospitality—it’s the address to have.
