Britain’s most iconic venue, the Royal Albert Hall, has announced a new partnership with one of London’s finest heritage hotels, The Kensington.
The Kensington’s fine heritage décor and attractive setting makes it the ideal luxury hotel partner for the venue, and the two-year deal will give visitors to the Hall preferential rates when booking at the 126-room, 24-suite hotel on Queen’s Gate.
Kate Harris, Corporate Partnerships Manager, said: “We were looking for a hotel which fitted with the Hall’s brand, and The Kensington ticks every box, from heritage Victorian décor to the friendly and engaging service, which will ensure that visitors have a great time from start to finish.
“Whether you’re here to see classical music, rock and pop, jazz, tennis, dance, Cirque du Soleil, cabaret or any of the other incredible events on the world’s most famous stage, our partnership with The Kensington will help to ensure that the amazing experience doesn’t end when you leave the Hall.”
Francesco Sardelli, General Manager at The Kensington, said: “We are delighted to officially partner with the prestigious Royal Albert Hall. Here at The Kensington, we always strive to go that extra mile to offer exceptional experiences for to our guests during their time in London, and this partnership with the Hall will be a huge part of this. A luxury stay at The Kensington, paired with a Royal Albert Hall performance, is the perfect offering for those looking for an exciting, cultural break in the city, at London’s finest townhouse.”
The Kensington is situated in four grand townhouses a few minutes’ walk from the Royal Albert Hall. The hotel’s grand, stucco façade is characteristic of this affluent 19th century district, which is home to cultural treasures like the Natural History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, and, of course, the Royal Albert Hall.