🚗 Royal Garden Hotel Kensington Car Park – Secure Basement Parking on High Street
Pre-book your space at Royal Garden Hotel Kensington – convenient 24/7 basement parking under Kensington High Street, steps from museums, cafes & Earl’s Court Station.
🚗 Type: Private Hotel Basement Car Park (Hotel-managed via ParkBee/NCP)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (barrier closes at 2 am; reopens at 6 am)
🌟 Rating: 4.2 / 5 (average ParkBee user score)
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Stay Duration | Tariff | Booking & Payment |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 2 hours | £12 | ParkBee app or website |
| 2–4 hours | £20 | Pre-book to guarantee availability |
| 4–6 hours | £30 | Card payment on exit |
| 6–24 hours | £45 flat rate | Valet option for hotel guests |
| Motorcycle | £6 per day | |
| Blue Badge holders | £12 flat rate | Register in-app; display badge |
Booking Required: Reserve via ParkBee to receive QR code entry; walk-ins subject to availability.
Valet Service: Optional valet for hotel guests—arrange at reception.
ANPR Enforcement: Registered plate must match booking or surcharge applies.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 147 (+ 15 motorcycle bays, 4 blue badge bays) |
| Surface | Concrete, underground |
| Lighting | Full LED interior lighting |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV surveillance & gated access |
| Clearance | 1.74 m height limit; 3 m width between pillars |
| Staffed Hours | Reception cover 07:00–22:00 |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 4 clearly marked bays near lift lobby; display badge.
Lift & Stairs: Direct lift from car park to hotel lobby; wide, level routes.
Drop-Off Zone: Covered porte-cochère on Kensington High Street.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None available.
Nearest Public Chargers:
Holland Park Station Pod Point – 0.3 mi (5 min walk)
Collingham Place Pod Point – 0.2 mi (4 min walk)
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings | 85 % | Hotel check-ins & commuters |
| Weekday Afternoons | 75 % | Sightseers & shoppers |
| Weekends 10 am–4 pm | 95 % | Leisure visitors & museum goers |
| Evenings after 6 pm | 60 % | Theatre & dining patrons |
Pro Tip: Book at least 24 h in advance on weekends to secure a bay for the full day.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Earl’s Court Underground Station | 3 min | Piccadilly & District lines |
| Royal Albert Hall & Kensington Gardens | 10 min | Iconic concert venue & parkland |
| Victoria & Albert Museum & Natural History Museum | 8 min | Free world-class exhibitions |
| Gloucester Road Station (Circle & District Lines) | 5 min | Quick access across London |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Public Toilets: Hotel lobby (accessible via lift)
ATM: NatWest on High Street (3 min)
Pharmacy: Boots on High Street (4 min)
Food & Drink: On-site Ivy Café; Flat Iron, The Builder’s Arms & several cafés within 5 min
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCP Hornton Street/Kensington High St CP | 0.3 mi | £4.90/hr; £30/day | 24 hrs | Cheaper daytime tariff |
| Q-Park Knightsbridge (Kinnerton St) | 0.4 mi | From £2.50/hr | 24 hrs | Larger vehicles accommodated |
| Euro Car Park (Bayswater Rd) | 0.7 mi | £3.00/hr; £18/day | 24 hrs | Close to Notting Hill Gate station |
⚠️ Important Notices
Height & Width: 1.74 m clearance; narrow ramp—unsuitable for tall or wide vehicles.
No On-Site EV: Plan to use nearby public charging points if needed.
Enforcement: ANPR penalties apply for unregistered or overstayed vehicles.
📌 Expert Tips
App Registration: Input your plate in ParkBee/JustPark before arrival to avoid entry delays.
Valet Hack: If driving a large vehicle, consider the valet service to avoid tight ramps.
Early Arrival: Weekend visitors should aim for arrival by 9 am to secure a central bay.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: ParkBee/NCP exploring pilot installation of 4 × 7 kW EV chargers in dedicated bays.
2026: Proposed ANPR pay-on-exit upgrade to streamline departures and reduce queuing.
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