The Rembrandt

“Simply brilliant”

The twin room was large with what seemed to be bigger the average single beds. Although our room looked over the main road there was no more than a hum of traffic noise as the huge windows are secondary glazed. Breakfast was the usual mix of continental and cooked; with a separate section for glu… more

The twin room was large with what seemed to be bigger the average single beds. Although our room looked over the main road there was no more than a hum of traffic noise as the huge windows are secondary glazed. Breakfast was the usual mix of continental and cooked; with a separate section for gluten free milk and cereals. There didn't seem to be an option for vegetarian or vegan sausages etc. but these may have been available if requested. Exceptional staff. The front of house staff always greeted us with a smile no matter how busy; breakfast staff were constantly on the move, collecting plates and resetting tables and again always polite, despite some rude and unfriendly guests. If you book directly with the hotel you are given one drink voucher per guest. The hotel is literally opposite the V&A Museum, six or seven minutes walk from Kensington and Harrods, less than five minutes from South Kensington tube station with bus stops right outside. This my second time at The Rembrandt and it won’t be my last.

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“Nice hotel with good location”

Check-in was a bit clogged as many people checking out at same time. Didn’t get a room right away but was able to change clothing for a business meeting at the gym changing room which was a quite a number of stairs and corridors away. Got some help carrying luggage to changing room which helped. R… more

Check-in was a bit clogged as many people checking out at same time. Didn’t get a room right away but was able to change clothing for a business meeting at the gym changing room which was a quite a number of stairs and corridors away. Got some help carrying luggage to changing room which helped. Room was clean & tidy and had ample space – especially compared to many other London hotels. Bathrobes and slippers a plus. Minibar available for storing drinks etc. The water pressure was surprisingly good for London. The water pressure was almost too high as the shower spurted water quite aggressively, nevertheless, rather have too much pressure than too little. The gym seemed good and has a swimming pool. However, there’s an extra fee of 15 pounds for hotel guests to use the gym and pool. Only letdown was the breakfast where the spread was quite narrow. Not much fresh items available – except for some fruit. The usually heavy bacon, eggs, sausages seemed to be in focus. Personally missed e.g. tomatoes and cucumbers which would have made a difference. The pancake machine was a nice upside. The breakfast room was also quite full of people every morning and there was a lot of queuing going on – but nothing non-manageable. Overall, the building is in good shape and everything was kept clean and tidy. Air con and heating also seemed to work well even though the aircon system was a bit noisy. The location opposite the V&A museum is fantastic with a short walk to the South Kensington tube station. The Kensington area is nice with a variety of restaurants and not as touristy as many neighborhoods can be.

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“Good hotel, good location”

I’ve stayed here several times while in London on business. I do like the hotel, especially the breakfast. Overall a very good hotel. My only negative would be that the rooms feel a bit dated and could do with a refurb. Overall a good hotel which I would stay in again no issue.

“Rip off gym facilities”

Don’t book this hotel if you wanted a gym. The hotel is okay and the food was fine in the restaurant. I was looking forward to using the gym before work. I think it’s disgraceful that they charge £15 for people staying in the hotel to be able to use the gym facilities. I don’t want to go for a spa.… more

Don’t book this hotel if you wanted a gym. The hotel is okay and the food was fine in the restaurant. I was looking forward to using the gym before work. I think it’s disgraceful that they charge £15 for people staying in the hotel to be able to use the gym facilities. I don’t want to go for a spa. I just want to go in the gym for half an hour before I go to work £15 is an absolute liberty and I won’t be stay here again.

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