Impressive location in West London
Great city views
Stylish, modern rooms with high-tech amenities
Close vicinity to V&A Museum, Natural History Museum, and Royal Albert Hall
Free high-speed internet and Wi-Fi
Free full English breakfast
Discounted access to heated pool, sauna, jacuzzi, and gym
Lower-end rooms are small
Poor soundproofing
Gym/pool facilities cost extra
The Rembrandt Hotel is an upscale hotel located in the tourist-friendly area of South Kensington, a short walk from a handful of museums, galleries, and other sights. The stylish, modern hotel has 193 rooms with colorful decor and high-tech amenities, such as interactive TVs. The numerous property features include a full bar, lounge, and restaurant; guests also get discounted day passes to the gym, heated pool, jacuzzi, and sauna at the adjacent Aquilla Health and Fitness.
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Scene
A colorful and elegant hotel
The Rembrandt has traditional architecture -- marble tile floors, crown building, dark wood paneling -- punched up with vibrant, modern accents. The color scheme incorporates striking reds, pinks, browns, and champagnes, which adds colorful energy to the public spaces. In the lobby, for instance, plush maroon wingback chairs add a touch of style. In the dining room, modern red chairs and striped curtains are juxtaposed against ivory columns, bas relief details on the ceilings, and chandeliers.
Location
A premium West London address
The Rembrandt is located very close to the South Kensington tube station in a borough of London renowned for its museums, restaurants, and shops. The hotel actually faces the famous Victoria & Albert Museum, and the Natural History and Science Museums are just around the corner. Other notable sights in the area include Hyde Park, which is around a 15-minute walk from the hotel, the Royal Albert Hall, and the boutique shops of Chelsea, around 20 minutes by foot to the south. The hotel has excellent tube access to the entire city, and is linked directly to Heathrow Airport (via the Piccadilly Line) and Victoria Station (via the Circle Line).
Rooms
Modern rooms with high-tech amenities
Rooms at the Rembrandt are modern, with bright bedding and drapery that is usually striped or patterned. Magazines, coffee/tea facilities, and minibars are a nice touch, and rooms are tech-friendly with interactive flat-screen TV's and UK/EU travel plugs. Higher-end rooms include extras such as robes and slippers, while suites have Nespresso machines. Bathrooms have marble tile, shower/tub combos with jets, and quality Gilchrist & Soames toiletries. It's also worth noting that street and guest noise seems to travel quite easily through the hotel, so light sleepers may want to request a quiet floor that faces away from the street.
Features
A free full English breakfast, but extra fees for access to the gym and pool
The hotel includes a number of helpful (and free) amenities, including Wi-Fi and a full English breakfast (which is rare in a London hotel of this caliber). The Rembrandt guests also get discounted access to the gym, heated pool, sauna, and jacuzzi at Aquilla Health and Fitness, but the day rate still feels a bit steep (competitors such as the Radisson Edwardian Vanderbildt offer gym access for free). The restaurant and bar are true standouts: The restaurant serves breakfast, a wonderful afternoon tea, and fine dining in the evenings (the menu is large but somewhat pricey).