4 Star Hotel

The Rockwell

181 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom View Map

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Centrally located in London's South Kensington district, The Rockwell offers cutting-edge design, free WiFi, and modern English cuisine in the stylish garden restaurant. This sophisticated boutique hotel is a 5-minute stroll from Earl's Court Tube Station. Individually designed with a contemporary style, each air-conditioned room features a floor-to-ceiling Victorian window, a flat-screen TV with BT sports channels, bespoke oak furniture, and a mini bar. The private bathrooms have bathrobes and White Company toiletries. With French windows overlooking the landscaped garden, the intimate Rockwell Dining Room offers a modern take on traditional British dishes. An extensive wine list is also available. During the warmer months, guests can dine in the south-facing walled garden which features oversize plant pots. Many public areas of the building retain original features, including wrought-iron banisters and Victorian mosaic flooring. Ideal for exploring London, the luxurious Rockwell is a 10-minute walk from Cromwell Road's popular museums, such as the Natural History Museum and the Science Museum. Harrods department store is a 15-minute walk away. There is a bus stop outside the property, being serviced by the 74 bus.

1,980 Reviews

8.4Very Good
Cleanliness
8.8
Staff
9.1
Location
9.1

What Guests Say

  • “I loved the restaurant and garden.”
  • “the room was very specious and idyllic. Notwithstanding that the hotel is right along the Cromwell road, room was quiet and I slept…”
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Top Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Standard Single Room1/4

Standard Single Room

130 sqft • 1 Single

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Bathrobe(s)
Mezzanine Suite1/4

Mezzanine Suite

237 sqft • 1 Sofabed, 1 Queen

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Bathrobe(s)
Garden Room1/4

Garden Room

302 sqft • 1 Double

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Bathrobe(s)
Standard Double Room1/4

Standard Double Room

216 sqft • 1 Double

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Bathrobe(s)
Superior Single Room1/4

Superior Single Room

151 sqft • 1 Single

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Bathrobe(s)
Superior Double Room1/4

Superior Double Room

280 sqft • 1 Double

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
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    What Guests Loved

    8.4
    Very Good

    Based on 1,980 reviews

    Location

    9.1

    Cleanliness

    8.8

    Staff

    9.1

    Overall Quality

    8.4

    Pros +

    • I loved the restaurant and garden.
    • the room was very specious and idyllic. Notwithstanding that the hotel is right along the Cromwell road, room was quiet and I slept peacefully
    • Breakfast was adequate.

    Cons -

    • The safe in the room didn't work, I was promised a repair the next day but that did not happen
    • Room ….bed poor, duvet cover torn, room could have been cleaned.
    • Housekeeping was clearly distracted on a couple of the days I stayed, as the job was only half done. Some of the towels were quite frayed - they were still functional but it wasn't a great look. My room faced the Cromwell Road, so the traffic noice was loud. If I had not been so tired in the evening, this might have been more of an issue.
    Business Traveler (446)Solo Traveler (993)Traveling as Couple (798)Family with Young Children (226)Family with Teens (2)Senior Traveler (25)Group Traveler (182)Total (4,083)
    10NicholePosted on: 5-14-2025

    I loved the restaurant and garden.

    The safe in the room didn't work, I was promised a repair the next day but that did not happen

    9IsmailPosted on: 1-29-2026

    the room was very specious and idyllic. Notwithstanding that the hotel is right along the Cromwell road, room was quiet and I slept peacefully

    6JohnPosted on: 1-27-2026

    Breakfast was adequate.

    Room ….bed poor, duvet cover torn, room could have been cleaned.

    10SalmaPosted on: 1-26-2026

    Gorgeous building and friendly staff. My room was single yet spacious by London standards.

    10SalmaPosted on: 1-26-2026

    It is a beautiful Victorian building with lovely rooms. I loved the room and staff were helpful and friendly! Shout out to Sonia and Solena!

    10MaiorPosted on: 1-20-2026

    The Rockwell was an excellent choice for our vacation. From the moment we arrived, everything was smooth and welcoming. The staff were friendly, helpful, and always ready to assist.The room was very clean, comfortable, with everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The bed was extremely comfortable, and the room was well maintained throughout our visit. It was the perfect place to unwind after a day of exploring. We especially enjoyed the calm atmosphere. It was ideal for our vacation. The location was very convenient and close to the metro station.We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone planning a holiday.

    7AnnePosted on: 1-19-2026

    My single standard room was quite small but perfectly adequate to my needs. US visitors could probably use a reminder about putting their key cards in the device that makes the lights work - I was so tired when I arrived and didn't remember I needed to do this til the next day, and was puzzled when the bathroom lights didn't work. My bed was small but very comfortable. I appreciated the tea and biscuits. I had breakfast in the restaurant twice and really liked the porridge (I did not try the buffet). I was glad that I could stay an extra night when weather changed my travel plans.

    Housekeeping was clearly distracted on a couple of the days I stayed, as the job was only half done. Some of the towels were quite frayed - they were still functional but it wasn't a great look. My room faced the Cromwell Road, so the traffic noice was loud. If I had not been so tired in the evening, this might have been more of an issue.

    10CameronPosted on: 1-15-2026

    After researching many hotels in London, the price for value is incredible. The room was far bigger than expected for the price. And having a lift was a pleasant surprise

    The doors getting in and out were a little tricky with luggage as they are very close together but that's truly the only thing we didn't love love love.

    6RobertaPosted on: 1-14-2026

    Great location, spacious room, friendly staff and very cheap bar inside the hotel.

    Very much outdated, stainy carpets, stainy armchair, old and very hard mattress. Definitely needs some renovation done. Glasses for champagne were sticky covered in some sugar syrup.

    9HeatherPosted on: 12-30-2025

    Clean, simple with some thoughtful touches. Nice people, quiet but handy location, 5 minutes from Earl’s Court. Safe to walk around.

    Bed a little hard. Food very basic. Otherwise good.

    7ÜmitPosted on: 12-14-2025

    Location, staff, and cleanness

    Heating wasn’t working fine, and room was too small

    9MarcPosted on: 11-25-2025

    Large clean comfortable rooms. Great location,near Earls Court station. our second stay.

    8AnnePosted on: 11-15-2025

    Good location. Quiet and clean. Friendly staff and good breakfast .

    Large, but a bit dated room. Carpets on the floor.

    9PaulaPosted on: 11-12-2025

    The location was close to transit and in an area I knew well.

    The bed was a bit small but it was very comfortable

    10OctavianPosted on: 11-4-2025

    Clean and cosy!Breakfast was amazing and the staff the same! Probably the staff made the breakfast absolutely fabulos.

    10PhyllisPosted on: 11-1-2025

    The room I booked was unavailable doe to surprise work. I was upgraded to a suite. Lovely room, comfortable bed.

    9AndreyPosted on: 10-31-2025

    Nice very Kensington (or London) type hotel with good location, some interesting interior and my room behind the fire escape door, which was quite fun. Close proximity to some of the key underground stations was also quite important.

    I did not like the amount of water coming from the sky on my arrival, but the third day was compensating for it. The temperature in the room upon the arrival was too low and I had to tune the conditioning system to its maximum. The room was finally well heated by the middle of the night.

    10MarcPosted on: 10-25-2025

    We had a delightful stay at the Rockell. Our basement room was very large, sunny, and comfortable, with plenty of closets and drawers. Large bathroom. Very good location, a very short walk from Earls Court Station. Pubs shops cafes nearby. Friendly staff. Jazz music and soft chairs in the lobby A real keeper!

    nothing to dislike

    9MarcPosted on: 10-24-2025

    Clean, comfortable and for the location in London good value.

    8NicolaPosted on: 10-20-2025

    The location of the Rockwell is very convenient both for the museums and the tube stations. My room was clean, cosy and comfortable. I like the 24 hour reception desk. I’ve stayed here on many occasions and always do when I’m in London. Recommend.

    I don’t like how tightly the beds are made and how you can’t pull the sheets up to the top to cover yourself.Also twice I asked for a wake up call on 2 separate stays and both times was woken 20 minutes later than I requested.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection
    • Professional cleaning services

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Different policies apply for group bookings. A nonrefundable deposit of 50% of the total amount is required for group bookings. Please note, full payment for the free cancelation rates will be due upon check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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    The Rockwell

    181 Cromwell Road, London

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