The hype
Travelers love the room size and modern cleanliness but frequently complain about the misleading 'Chelsea' name and train noise.
Doubletree By Hilton London - Chelsea
$150-250 / malam
Pesan ini jika You want a spacious-for-London room and don't mind being a 10-minute walk from the Tube in exchange for saving £100/night.
Mengapa Orang Menyukainya
- Rooms are significantly larger than the London average
- Imperial Wharf Overground station is literally across the street
- The signature warm chocolate chip cookie at check-in never misses
Ringkasan Cepat: It calls itself 'Chelsea' but it's actually in Fulham next to a train station—great value if you know that going in.
Ditinjau oleh @TheWonderingEnglishman: I stayed here to escape the central London madness. While it's not right in the center, having the Overground station directly opposite made getting around easy. The room size was a massive upgrade compared to what you usually get in the city. Solid 7.5/10 stay.
Tamu yang Menginap Di Sini Mengatakan
Reality check
The 'river view' is often just a peek between other buildings, and the walls are thin enough to hear your neighbor's alarm.
- You need a room where you can actually open your suitcase on the floor
- You're attending an event at Chelsea Harbour or a match at Stamford Bridge
- You prefer the Overground (cleaner, airier) to the Tube
Kebersihan & Pemeliharaan
8.5
- Housekeeping: Generally reliable daily service. Some reports of missed restocking (coffee, tissues).
- Bathroom hygiene: Bathrooms are modern and usually spotless. Grout lines are clean, though water pressure can be average.
- Maintenance: Refurbished in 2022, so wear and tear is minimal. AC units are functional but can be noisy.
- Linens & towels: Standard Hilton white linens—crisp, clean, but not luxury thread count. Towels are plentiful.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells fresh (verbena/citrus). Hallways are neutral. No lingering smoke smells reported.
Sleepability™
7SEDANG
0-4BISING
4-7.5SEDANG
7.5-10SENYAP
- Imperial Wharf Overground trains (runs 5am-midnight)
- Thin connecting doors in some rooms
- Hallway noise due to heavy doors slamming
Sebelum Anda memesan
Hal yang perlu diketahui
- The Overground station opposite connects you to Clapham Junction (major hub) in 4 minutes.
- You can take the River Bus (Uber Boat) from Chelsea Harbour Pier—it's a scenic commute to the city.
- A large Tesco Express is right across the street for cheap snacks and water.
Apa yang harus dibawa
- Earplugs (essential for track-side rooms)
- Citymapper app (crucial for navigating the Overground/bus connections)
- Contactless card (for all transport, no tickets needed)
Genie Kamar
Pilihan terbaik
- Top-floor rooms facing the internal courtyard (quietest)
- Corner King rooms for maximum floor space
Kamar yang harus dihindari
- Low-floor rooms facing the train tracks (Imperial Road side)
- Rooms near the elevator banks (high foot traffic noise)
Genie Permintaan Kamar – salin & tempel
“I am a light sleeper and would appreciate a room on a high floor facing away from the Imperial Wharf train tracks, preferably overlooking the courtyard.”
FAQ & Tips Tersembunyi
Semua yang perlu Anda ketahui sebelum memesan.
Is it actually in Chelsea?
Technically no. It's in Imperial Wharf (Fulham), about a 15-20 minute walk to the 'posh' end of King's Road.
Does the hotel have a gym?
Yes, a small but functional fitness center with cardio machines and free weights. Open 24/7.
Is breakfast included?
Usually not, unless booked in a specific rate. It costs around £20/person and reviews suggest it's average at best.
How far is the nearest Tube station?
Fulham Broadway (District Line) is a 15-minute walk. Imperial Wharf (Overground) is 1 minute away.
Is there parking?
No on-site hotel parking. You must use the Imperial Wharf public car park nearby (~£25-48/day).
Can I store my bags before check-in?
Yes, the concierge will store luggage for free if you arrive early or leave late.
Tips Insider
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Skip the hotel breakfast and walk 10 mins to 'Chairs & Coffee' on Fulham Road for a far superior morning brew.
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The Uber Boat (Thames Clipper) from Chelsea Harbour Pier is the best way to get to Westminster/London Eye without the Tube sweat.
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Ask for a 'courtyard view' specifically—it's the only way to guarantee protection from the train noise.
5 hal yang perlu Anda tahu sebelum pergi
💡The 'River View' is often just a sliver of water between two massive apartment blocks.
💡The hotel scent is a mix of the signature DoubleTree verbena and, occasionally, the faint diesel smell from the nearby railway.
💡You are right next to a heliport (Battersea), so you might hear choppers during the day.
💡The elevators can be painfully slow during the morning rush.
💡There is no executive lounge, despite what some outdated third-party sites might claim.
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