The Gore Luxury Boutique Hotel , Michelin Starred - London / England

REPRESENTS A PIECE OF BRITISH HISTORY , SINCE OPENED IN 1892, IN AN ENVIABLE LOCATION AMONG THE HIGH-LIFE HOTSPOTS OF KENSINGTON AND KNIGHTBRIDGE , ITS ONE OF LONDON MOST ENCHANTING HOTELS , London, United Kingdom

Hotel Location

How to reach us

The Gore

190 Queen's Gate
Kensington
SW7 5EX London

From St Pancras Station

From this station travel by London Underground from Kings Cross/St Pancras Station directly to South Kensington Station. You will be travelling Westbound on the Piccadilly Line (dark blue). We are located 10 minutes away walking distance from the station. Once you have come out of the main station entrance you need to walk down Cromwell Place to reach Cromwell Road. Turn left onto Cromwell Road (A4) and walk past National History Museum towards Queen’s Gate. At the intersection with Queen’s Gate turn right and walk down towards Hyde Park. We are located at 190 Queen’s Gate.

From the M25 & M4 Motorways

Arriving via the M25 exit at Junction 15 & join the M4 Eastbound. Travel 10miles along the M4 until the Motorway ends & becomes the A4. Continue another 5miles & follow signage for ‘Central London’ until you reach South Kensington & the Museum district. You will pass Gloucester Rd Underground Station. At the next set of traffic lights turn left on Queen’s Gate and drive down towards Hyde Park. We are located at 190 Queen’s Gate.

From London Heathrow Airport

From any Heathrow Underground Station travel directly to South Kensington Station. You will be travelling Eastbound on the Piccadilly Line (dark blue). We are located 10 minutes away walking distance from the station. Once you have come out of the main station entrance you need to walk down Cromwell Place to reach Cromwell Road. Turn left onto Cromwell Road (A4) and walk past National History Museum towards Queen’s Gate. At the intersection with Queen’s Gate turn right and walk down towards Hyde Park. We are located at 190 Queen’s Gate.

From London Gatwick Airport

From Gatwick Airport Railway Station travel directly to Victoria Station via the Gatwick Express. Journey time is 30mins. Upon arriving at Victoria Station move downstairs to Victoria Underground Station & travel directly to South Kensington Station. You will be travelling Westbound for two stops on the District (green) or Circle Lines (yellow). We are located 10 minutes away walking distance from the station. Once you have come out of the main station entrance you need to walk down Cromwell Place to reach Cromwell Road. Turn left onto Cromwell Road (A4) and walk past National History Museum towards Queen’s Gate. At the intersection with Queen’s Gate turn right and walk down towards Hyde Park. We are located at 190 Queen’s Gate.

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Rooms

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Classic Single | The Gore Hotel

Our Classic Single rooms have a comfortable bed and a marble bathroom, high speed internet access, flat screen TV, air conditioning, wood writing desk and a safe for your valuables. Sizing 96.8 sqft/9mq.

Max Guests 1

Room Features

Starbed

Pillow menu

Penhaligon’s bathroom amenities

Bathrobe and slippers

GHD hairdryer

Wi-Fi

Handy smartphone

Air conditioning

Samsung Smart TV

Tray with electric kettle

Assortment of hot beverage

Minibar

24h room service

Iron and iron board

In-room safe

Shoe shine service (upon request) 

Picture of room Classic Rooms | The Gore Hotel

Classic Rooms | The Gore Hotel

Classic Rooms | The Gore Hotel

The simple yet very chic design of our Classic Double Rooms perfectly complement the luxurious and immaculate style of The Gore Hotel.
A TV with stunning furniture, art and a unique antique carved bed to provide an exceptionally opulent base for your stay.
All Rooms are equipped with walk-in showers. 

Room Size  :   226 SQF

Max Guests 2

Room Features

Starbed

Pillow menu

Penhaligon’s bathroom amenities

Bathrobe and slippers

GHD hairdryer

Wi-Fi

Handy smartphone

Air conditioning

Samsung Smart TV

Tray with electric kettle

Assortment of hot beverage

Minibar

24h room service

Iron and iron board

In-room safe

Shoe shine service (upon request)

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Superior Rooms | The Gore Hotel

The Gore has a rich and regal history and our Superior Double Rooms bring this legacy right up to date.
A TV with stunning furniture, art and a unique antique carved bed to provide an exceptionally opulent base for your stay.

All Rooms are equipped with bathtubs. Two superior rooms come with separate beds.

Room Size  :  248 SQF

Max Guests 2

Room Features

Starbed

Pillow menu

Penhaligon’s bathroom amenities

Bathrobe and slippers

GHD hairdryer

Wi-Fi

Handy smartphone

Samsung Smart TV

Minibar

Tray with electric kettle

Assortment of hot beverage

24h room service

Iron and iron board

In-room safe

Sewing kit

Shoe shine service (upon request)

Picture of room Deluxe Rooms | The Gore Hotel

Deluxe Rooms | The Gore Hotel

Each of our Deluxe Doubles are uniquely furnished with antiques, ornate gilt mirrors, chandeliers and beautiful fabrics. Every room boast a stunning oak carved four-poster or half-tester beds. Technology is discretely included to make sure you have the best of the modern with the style, flair and opulence of the old.

Room Size  :  269 SQF

Max Guests 2

Room Features

Starbed

Pillow menu

Penhaligon’s bathroom amenities

Bathrobe and slippers

GHD hairdryer

Wi-Fi

Handy smartphone

Samsung Smart TV

Minibar

Tray with electric kettle

Assortment of hot beverage

24h room service

Iron and iron board

In-room safe

Sewing kit

Shoe shine service (upon request)

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Junior Suite | The Gore Hotel

The Junior Suites are all uniquely designed. Decorated in a style befitting the extravagant personalities of their one time occupants or their royal inspiration, they are our most sumptuous and stylish guestrooms. Some of them are a tribute to The Gore’s most famous guests such as The Judy Garland Junior Suite, featuring the famous film star’s own bed or The Dame Nellie, with its bronze statues of David and Venue named in honour of the renowned Australian opera singer.

Room Size  :  301 - 376 SQF

Max Guests 2

Room Features

Starbed

Pillow menu

Penhaligon’s bathroom amenities

Bathrobe and slippers

GHD hairdryer

Handy smartphone

Wi-Fi

Samsung Smart TV

Minibar

Tray with electric kettle

Assortment of hot beverage

Complimentary mineral water

24h room service

Iron and ironing board

In-room safe

Shoe shine service (upon request)

VIP treatment

10% off on à la carte menu

Late check out (2:00 pm - upon request and availability)

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Tudor Suite

There is simply nothing else like The Tudor Suite in the whole of London outside the royal residences. Occupying 75 m2, with a mahogany four-poster bed, 15th-century minstrels' gallery, high oak-beamed ceilings, Portland stone fireplace, candelabras and rich furnishings, this may be the most beautiful hotel bedroom in the capital.

Room Size  :  807 SQF

Max Guests 2

Room Features

Welcome amenity with sparkling wine

Starbed

Pillow menu

Penhaligon’s bathroom amenities

Bathrobe and sippers

GHD hairdryer

Handy smartphone

Wi-Fi

Jbl station

Free minibar snacks & soft drinks

Tray with electric kettle

Assortment of hot beverage

Complimentary mineral water

In-room safe

Packing service

In-room safe

Butler service

Complimentary piece ironing service

Shoe shine service (upon request)

VIP treatment

10% off on à la carte menu

Late check out (2:00 pm - upon request and availability)

Farewell gift

Restaurants

Picture of 190 Queen's Gate | The Gore Hotel

190 Queen's Gate | The Gore Hotel

A la carte
With many dishes as British as the hotel itself, the a la carte menu at 190 Queen’s Gate captures the imagination with its simplicity and fullness of flavour. The creation of our Michelin Star chef, Daniel Galmiche, there is nothing fussy or extraneous here. The dishes are contemporary classics, prepared and presented in a captivatingly modern way.
Their provenance is always a matter of pride, with many being sourced locally. Our carefully curated wine list includes many old favourites and some rare surprises.

Theatre menu
190 Queen’s Gate is perfect accompaniment to concerts and other events at The Royal Albert Hall. You can begin or end your evening here thanks to our set pre- and post-theatre dining menus. If you are attending a signature event at The Royal Albert Hall, we strongly recommend you reserve a table. 

Highlights  :  Importantly, the ingredients on all our menus are fresh and often organic.

Chef  :  Daniel Galmiche

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Bar 190 | The Gore Hotel

While original wooden panelling and lavish furnishings dominate the hotel , the walls of the bar at The Gore have a distinctly rock 'n' roll vibe. Bar 190 is best known as the location for the launch and photoshoot for The Rolling Stones’ 1968 album Beggars Banquet, and the decor pays tribute to this event.

Bar 190 serves an extensive range of spirits, with notably large collections of whiskies and rums. The creative cocktail list takes full advantage of this huge variety, extending from classics – such as Martini and Negroni - to a range of gin and tonics based on botanical and citrus infusions.

Taittinger Champagne Flight

Experience a flight of three Taittinger champagne tasters, each perfectly paired with a canapé.
• The Brut Réserve, complimented with a blini of caviar served with lime and chives cream
• The Prelude Cuvée, paired with a confit of chicken leg with sourdough bread and orange zest
• The Rosé, served with tomato confit and goats cheese on garlic crouton

Highlights

For an even more exclusive experience Bar 190 also offers a VIP area, 'Cinderella's Carriage'.

Picture of 190 Queen's Gate | The Gore Hotel

190 Queen's Gate | The Gore Hotel

190 Queen's Gate | The Gore Hotel Between 12.30 and 16.00, the time at The Gore slows down as the most popular of all British rituals takes place. Come to our 190 Queens Gate by Daniel Galmiche and indulge in our Vintage Afternoon tea, in a refined yet informal setting. One of the best places to have a traditional afternoon tea in London, close to all major attractions of the city.

SILLY OLD BEAR AFTERNOON TEA

This winter discover our ultimate family dining experience in celebration of The Victoria & Albert Museum’s latest exhibition: Winnie The Pooh – Exploring a Classic.
This playful afternoon tea features treats inspired by our favourite foodie bear such as Hunny Pops (Honey parfait, white chocolate and caramel glace lollipops), Eeyore’s sweet treat (Chocolate mousse, crumble and fresh orange compote) and Tiggeron (Passion fruit striped macaron).
In addition to this, families can get tickets to the ever-popular V&A exhibition where they will experience the timeless and universal appeal of the much-loved bear and discover the story behind the creative partnership of A.A. Milne and E.H. Shepard, brought to life through sketches, letters, photographs, cartoons, ceramics and fashion.
The silly old bear afternoon tea menu has been designed to have universal appeal, ensuring both adults and the little piglets have an unforgettable experience

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The Chef | The Gore Hotel

190 Queen's Gate features a unique menu created by dynamic French Chef, Daniel Galmiche

Classic cuisine with a contemporary twist, Michelin Star Chef Daniel Galmiche draws upon his unique experience and passion to share his love of food at 190 Queens Gate at The Gore in Kensington. Daniel has created a unique menu showcasing his authentic French cuisine with a British twist and locally sourced ingredients. It's the perfect combination for The Gore.

Fresh ingredients, rustic charm, classical; with a contemporary twist.

These are some of the many qualities that Michelin Star Chef, Daniel Galmiche brings to 190 Queens Gate. He is a regular guest chef on BBC 1’s Saturday Kitchen, and has written a regular column for various publications as well as his first book, The French Brasserie Cookbook, successfully published in September 2011, and now selling in 11 countries in 6  different languages. His latest book, Revolutionary French Cooking was published May 2014.

Activities

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Meetings Rooms

The Library

A large, traditional drawing room on the hotel's ground floor, the Library is an exquisitely elegant setting for a business meeting or dinner party of up to twenty-four people. Natural daylight floods the room through three large sash windows. The grand mahogany bookcase, intriguing oil portraits and original ornate fireplace make this a unique, intimate space for any private function.

Mulberry Room

The wood panelling and natural light filtering down from above makes The Mulberry Room a dramatic setting for that all-important meeting. It offers an impressive array of modern facilities.

Tapestry Room

A sweeping staircase from Bar 190 leads down to the impressive Tapestry Room. Flanked by two vast stone fireplaces, it is replete with panelled walls, gilded mirrors and French Verdue tapestries. An oversized button-backed Chesterfield sofa, library chairs and versatile lighting make this the perfect private space. Used for a variety of different events, from London Fashion Week catwalks to private dinners and financial planning meetings, The Tapestry Room lends itself to the ordinary, the extraordinary and everything else in between. 

Filming and photoshoots

The Gore Hotel is the perfect backdrop for filming and photoshoot locations. We offer flexibility to ensure that your shoot goes to plan. Whether it's period locations for filming, photography, television, drama, commercials, interviews and events. Our luxury boutique hotel in Kensington London has Individual Rooms set in historic themes with antique furnishings and decorations throughout the hote

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Special Weddings 

One of the best days of your life deserves one of the best settings. The Gore's unique character and style give you the perfect fairytale back drop for your special day.

Our attentive staff will ensure your day will move smoothly and beautifully just as you'd always dreamed.

Both The Library and Tapestry Room are licensed for civil ceremonies.

We are always very excited at the prospect of planning and hosting Wedding Celebrations of all kinds. Every wedding is distinctly different and absolutely unique. We feel passionately that this very special day must be planned to your very own individual wishes. We have the experience and expertise within our team to keep things simple and we can assist with as much or as little of the detailed planning for your big day as you wish. Whatever your preferred choice, you will be surrounded by professional staff and an experienced wedding coordinator on hand to assist you with all the finer details.

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Best places to visit in London

With so many things to do in London, you can easily tie yourself in knots making a choice. Our Les Clefs d’Or Concierges have compiled a list of top things to do in Central London for you to take in the best of what the heart of London has to offer.

 

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The Royal Albert Hall concerts is a one-of-a-kind experience

The Royal Albert Hall

Attending one of Royal Albert Hall concerts is a one-of-a-kind experience and our top choice among things to do in Kensington. You will easily reach this iconic landmark in London and a cultural site of Albertopolis, an area of Central London envisioned by Prince Albert with several important institutions promoting the applied arts and science.

Each year spectators can enjoy more than 390 Royal Albert Hall shows in the main auditorium, meaning sometimes more than one per day! They range from classical, rock and pop concerts to film screenings with live orchestra and sports, such as Champions Tennis.

The world’s leading figures in music, dance, sport and politics have hit the stage of the Royal Albert Hall since its official opening in 1871. Look at the Heroes of the Hall to spot some of them.

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The Serpentine Galleries, a treasure of Kensington Gardens

A treasure of Kensington Gardens, the Serpentine features two exhibition spaces on either side of the lake: the Serpentine Gallery and the Serpentine Sackler Gallery, both designed by the legendary Zaha Hadid. Among London’s most popular art venues, the Serpentine Galleries are home to prestigious exhibitions, as well as talks and education projects dedicated to modern and contemporary art. Admission to these galleries is free.

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Afternoon tea, a tradition through the time

The first known reference to tea by an Englishman are the words of Richard Wickham, an English merchant abroad, dating from 1615: “Bring me a potof the best sort of chaw.” The creation of afternoon tea as a ritual is traditionally credited to Anna Russell, Duchess of Bedford at around 1840. She introduced the meal to ward off hunger between lunch and dinner. Throughout the history, tea has played an important role in the British society, evolving from a luxury good to a symbol of the essence of Englishness.Looking for the best place to have Afternoon Tea in London?

Between 1 and 5 pm, the time at The Gore Hotel slows down as the most popular of all British rituals takes place. Come to our 190 Queens Gate Restaurant and indulge in our Vintage Afternoon tea, in a refined yet informal setting. One of the best places to have a traditional afternoon tea in London,190 Queens Gate is close to all major attractions of Central London.

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Hotel Description

The Gore Hotel

Founded in 1892, The Gore has become a legendary hotel, a symbol of the history of British hospitality.

Built as a serviced residence for visitors to London's Great Exhibition, under the patronage of Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria, it welcomed guests who wanted to stay in the heart of "the most fashionable area of the city ", that is to say in the houses at nos. 189 and 190 Queen's Gate, which form The Gore today.

Queen's Gate Mansions were a hotel in all but name, with liveried staff, horse-drawn carriages and a hydraulic lift – all considerable luxuries for the time. It built up a regular clientele over the years, including many leading names from the artistic scene of the period, who found a tranquil refuge at The Gore where they could feel inspired.

Today, following its 125th anniversary, history still permeates all its rooms, making The Gore one of the most charming hotels in London.

From antique carved beds to original artworks, each of the six floors is a treasure trove of period details and hand-picked pieces. Discover the luxury of yesteryear, immersed in the same atmosphere that has attracted celebrities, famous artists and aristocrats over the years, including Judy Garland, André Simon, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Tony Hancock, Lord Miles and Dame Nellie Melba.

Luxury rooms and suites in Kensington, London 

All of The Gore's 50 lavishly appointed rooms and suites are individually furnished, creating a distinctive atmosphere that makes each one truly unique. They are all furnished with sophisticated elegance and a keen eye for detail, with beautiful antiques, period photos and ornately decorated beds.

In harmony with the hotel's distinguished charm, all the rooms offer every possible comfort and discreetly integrate the latest technology.

Fine dining restaurant in the heart of Kensington

The Gore's strategic location just around the corner from the Royal Albert Hall makes it the perfect place for pre- and post-theatre wining and dining.
At 190 Queen's Gate by Daniel Galmiche, Michelin-starred chef Daniel Galmiche interprets great British classics with a contemporary touch and exquisite French flair. The adjacent Bar 190, which famously hosted the Rolling Stones' Beggars Banquet album launch, has an informal, glamorous atmosphere, to be savoured while sipping the cocktail named after the prominent album.

Meetings & Events in Kensington, London

For formal board meetings or cocktail parties, wedding receptions or gala dinners, formal lunches or film shoots, the three prestigious solutions and a lavish bar at The Gore can accommodate up to 300 guests in a beautiful setting where 19th-century elegance and 21st-century facilities come together perfectly.

Best places to visit in London

With so many things to do in London, you can easily tie yourself in knots making a choice. Our Les Clefs d’Or Concierges have compiled a list of top things to do in Central London for you to take in the best of what the heart of London has to offer.

Services | The Gore Hotel

From Les Clefs d’Or Concierge and 24-hour room service to Wi-Fi and a peaceful library, all hotel facilities are selected and personalised to offer a truly memorable stay in unparalleled comfort.

No pets allowed.

High speed Wi-Fi

The Wi-Fi internet connection is available throughout the whole hotel and rooms and is totally free.

Room

Starbed

Pillowmania

Desk with lamp

Minibar

Express check-out *

TV with foreign satellite channels

In-room safe

Air conditioning

Telephone

Hairdryer

Wake up call

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Dining

190 Queen's Gate by Daniel Galmiche *

Bar 190

Monday –Sunday

Afternoon Tea: 12:30 – 17:30
Pre-theatre: 17.00 - 19.00
Dinner: 19:00 – 22:15

Meeting & Events

2 conference rooms

The Library

Dedicated Event Manager

WI-FI connection

Sound system

Screen

LCD projector

Flip chart

Celebration packages

Hotel services

Express Checkout*

Les Clefs d'Or Concierges

24-hour room service

In-room safe

Easybusiness Desk

Luggage Deposit

* Authorize the charge of your stay to your credit card and save precious time.

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