What is South Kensington like?

South Kensington is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its temples, churches and festivals.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Kensington, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available in South Kensington.

What is there to do around this Kensington neighbourhood?

Aubudon Naturalist Society, National Museum of Health and Medicine and Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Kensington. Strathmore and Beach Parkway are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kensington.

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Our top choices for South Kensington hotels

A modern outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, and a large glass facade of a building with the sign "CORELLA".

1. AC Hotel by Marriott Bethesda Downtown

4 km from South Kensington

Kara

฿4,779 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A modern lobby with a central water feature, seating areas, and a bar.

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda Washington DC

5.9 km from South Kensington

Marinyl

฿4,420 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A modern bar area with a panoramic city view, a large round table, and comfortable seating.

3. Hyatt Regency Bethesda

4.1 km from South Kensington

William

฿4,111 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and an American flag.

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

13.2 km from South Kensington

Jessica

฿6,190 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

An aerial view of a modern urban area with a large green space, a red double-decker bus, and contemporary buildings with glass facades.

5. The Watermark Hotel

15.6 km from South Kensington

Trent

฿8,616 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A modern bar area with a central island, multiple shelves of bottles, and a television screen.

6. Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG

15.1 km from South Kensington

vineeth

฿3,581 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

7. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.

13.9 km from South Kensington

Antonio Adan

฿3,907 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

8. Cambria Hotel College Park

12.2 km from South Kensington

Ted

฿4,818 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a television, and a dining area.

9. The Hotel at the University of Maryland

12.1 km from South Kensington

Judy

฿5,311 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a checkered floor pattern. There are seating areas with armchairs and a sofa, and a staircase in the background.

10. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

16.5 km from South Kensington

Marcus

฿4,416 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A modern hotel entrance with a glass canopy and a distinctive blue sculpture.

11. Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza

13.9 km from South Kensington

Elias Simon

฿5,673 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel with a curved entrance, a green vehicle parked outside, and a well-lit facade.

12. Holiday Inn Washington-College Pk (I-95) by IHG

12.5 km from South Kensington

James

฿3,401 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a central bar, and a view of the lobby area in the background.

13. Hyatt Regency Crystal City

18.6 km from South Kensington

฿4,410 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A large building with multiple windows and a central tower, surrounded by well-maintained grass and trees.

14. William F. Bolger Center

9.7 km from South Kensington

Lynn

฿5,952 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a view of a city street at night, and modern buildings in the background.

15. Hyatt Centric Arlington

13.4 km from South Kensington

Janis

฿5,673 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a large artwork on the wall.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National

18.7 km from South Kensington

Michael

฿4,822 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A restaurant with a table set for two, a view of the Washington Monument, and a cityscape in the background.

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City

16.9 km from South Kensington

Irvin

฿4,780 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large decorative wall.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC North/Gaithersburg

20.3 km from South Kensington

Jamey

฿3,854 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A grand entrance with a fountain, steps, and a balustrade leading to a building with a brick facade and large windows.

19. Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

10.3 km from South Kensington

Lindsay

฿6,722 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, a bar, and a fire pit.

20. AC Hotel by Marriott Washington DC Downtown

12.6 km from South Kensington

Corey

฿5,127 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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While there might not be top attractions in Rock Creek Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Strathmore and National Museum of Health and Medicine.

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