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Grosvenor Kensington Hotel

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101 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 0SJ, United Kingdom
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Historic grand hotel near Victoria Station offering luxury accommodation and extensive conference facilities in central London.

About This Venue

The Grosvenor Kensington Hotel is a prestigious Victorian establishment located on Buckingham Palace Road, directly opposite London Victoria Station. This historic grand hotel has been serving guests since 1862 and offers elegant accommodation with modern amenities in the heart of London. The hotel features extensive conference and event facilities, including multiple meeting rooms, ballrooms, and function spaces capable of hosting events from intimate board meetings to large conferences and gala dinners for over 1000 guests. With its prime central London location, the hotel provides unparalleled access to major attractions, business districts, and transport links. The venue combines Victorian grandeur with contemporary facilities, offering professional event management services, state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, and comprehensive catering options, making it a preferred choice for corporate events, weddings, and prestigious social functions.

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Indicative Budget
£27,000£51,000
Typical day-delegate event for ~600 guests
Capacity (max)
1,200
Typical attendees
600
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (600 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

1200
Maximum Capacity
800
Theatre Style
1200
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Great Room

450
800
120150400

Grosvenor Ballroom

300
400
80100200

Victoria Suite

150
150
506080

Boardroom

50
40
202530

4 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 800 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar
Conference Facilities
AV Equipment
Concierge
Room Service
Business Centre
Wedding Facilities
Ballroom
Historic Building

📐 Space Specifications

800
Total Space (m²)
3.5m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Screen
PA System
Microphones
Wi-Fi
Flip Charts
LCD TVs
Lighting Controls

🎯 Suitable For

📋Conferences
📋Corporate Events
📋Wedding Receptions
📋Gala Dinners
📋Product Launches
📋Training Sessions

♿ Accessibility

Fully accessible facilitieswheelchair accessible rooms and conference facilitiesaccessible entranceslift access to all floors

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Victoria Station directly opposite hotel with Underground, National Rail, Gatwick Express, and bus connections. Heathrow Express via Paddington 20 minutes. Excellent connections throughout London and UK.

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

No on-site parking. NCP Victoria and other public car parks within walking distance. Valet parking service available.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

21 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

800
theatre
120
boardroom
400
classroom
150
u shape
600
cabaret
1200
reception
600
dining
550
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 1200 guests for reception style events, 800 for banquet seating, 600 for theatre style
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV equipment including projectors, screens, sound systems, microphones, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Comprehensive catering services with bespoke menus, dietary requirements accommodated, full bar service available
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, nearby public parking and excellent transport links via South Kensington Station

Location & Contact

📍 Address

101 Buckingham Palace Road
SW1W 0SJ, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Conference CentreWedding VenueHistoric HotelBusiness Hotel

Venue Location

101 Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W 0SJ

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 1200 guests for reception style events, 800 for banquet seating, 600 for theatre style

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Full AV equipment including projectors, screens, sound systems, microphones, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout

Q: Is catering available?

A: Comprehensive catering services with bespoke menus, dietary requirements accommodated, full bar service available

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited on-site parking available, nearby public parking and excellent transport links via South Kensington Station

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Buckingham Palace Royal Residence
0.8 km (0.5 mi)
🏰
Westminster Abbey Historic Cathedral
1.2 km (0.7 mi)
🏰
Houses of Parliament Political Heritage
1.5 km (0.9 mi)

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Tate Britain National Art Gallery
1 km (0.6 mi)
🏛️
Victoria and Albert Museum Design Collection
2 km (1.2 mi)
🏛️
Natural History Museum Scientific Heritage
2.2 km (1.4 mi)

🌳Gardens

🌳
Hyde Park Royal Gardens
1.5 km (0.9 mi)

🎭Theatre

🎭
Apollo Victoria Theatre Musical Venue
0.3 km (0.2 mi)
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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