Notting Hill Travel Guide

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Notting Hill as well as a large group of people
Notting Hill featuring shopping, signage and markets
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Notting Hill which includes heritage architecture, a city and a house
Notting Hill showing a park and street performance as well as a small group of people

Visit the colorful houses, fashionable pubs and markets selling antiques, old clothes and souvenirs in this diversified neighborhood.

Notting Hill is a diverse area of London with markets, charming buildings and upmarket restaurants. It is home to Portobello Road Market, which is active daily. There is also an annual Notting Hill Carnival, which is one of the largest street festivals in the world. The area is home to a blend of cultures, many from the Caribbean, after immigrants were drawn here in the 1950s.

Stroll through the Portobello Road Market, which runs through the majority of the Notting Hill area. Admire the colourful houses of Caribbean design. Large sections of the market run daily,although it is more extensive on Saturdays.

The market is renowned for its stalls selling second-hand clothes and antiques. Browse the stalls as you stroll along the winding Portobello Road. Check out vinyl discs, souvenirs and clothes.

Dine at one of the many restaurants and pubs around Notting Hill. Most establishments have their own particular style to make them stand out in the dynamic area and to reflect the range of communities visiting and living here.

Watch parades, dances and street acts at the Notting Hill Carnival, which lasts for two days in August every year. It is a flamboyant blend of cultures, predominantly led by London’s Caribbean community. Look out for the Portobello Film Festival, also held in August.

The first recorded mention of Notting Hill is from a 14th-century Old English text, where it is referred to as “Knottynghull.” The area has been linked with the artisan community since it was first developed in the early 19th century. In the 1980s, the area fell into disrepair. Now, it is a prosperous and stylish area for wealthy locals and travellers. 

You can find Notting Hill in the west of London. It is a little further west than Kensington Gardens and just north of Holland Park. There are many London Underground stations scattered around the area, including Holland Park, Notting Hill Gate, Latimer Rd and Shepherd’s Bush. The Overground system also stops here. There are many buses that go to Notting Hill day and night. The market is free to visit.


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Top hotels in Notting Hill

Ruby Zoe Hotel London

Ruby Zoe Hotel London

3.5 out of 5
146 -164, Notting Hill Gate, London, England
The price is ₹11,380 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹11,380
₹13,657 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (903 reviews)
"Nice location. Very close to two underground lines. Walking distance to Hyde Park and Holland Park. Staff is very competent. Big and convenient lobby. Nice cocktails and cofee. Rooms are spacious and clean."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Ruby Zoe Hotel London
London House Hotel

London House Hotel

3 out of 5
81 Kensington Gardens Square, Bayswater, London, England
The price is ₹13,276 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹13,276
₹15,931 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean, great location."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

London House Hotel
Grand Royale Hyde Park

Grand Royale Hyde Park

4 out of 5
1-9 Inverness Terrace, London, England
The price is ₹11,545 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹11,545
₹13,854 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,947 reviews)
"There was one young lady at the desk who was very friendly. Unfortunately the one who checked me in was very curt. The staff in the dining room was quite nice and helpful. The interior of the hotel reflected a historical beauty. Within walking distance was church, shops and dining."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Grand Royale Hyde Park
Wedgewood Hotel

Wedgewood Hotel

2.5 out of 5
49-51 Leinster Square, Bayswater, London, England
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.4/10 (1,008 reviews)
Brilliant on a budget
"The location is brilliant, hotel is great for the price. We had 2 double rooms, one was a a small double bed, not big enough for 2 adults and the other room has 2 single beds pushed together to make a big double. If your booking its maybe best to select a twin rather than having a tiny bed. Everything ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Wedgewood Hotel
Royal Park Hotel

Royal Park Hotel

3 out of 5
86-92 Inverness Terrace, Bayswater, London, England
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (394 reviews)
"This property for its star rating and location is perfect. Staff was super nice and helpful. We’ll be back!"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Royal Park Hotel
Phoenix Hotel

Phoenix Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1-8 Kensington Gardens Square, London, England
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The staff were excellent and went above and beyond for my mom in a wheelchair."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Phoenix Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Notting Hill

Kensington Gardens featuring a park

Kensington

4.5/5(1,515 area reviews)

Kensington High Street and Kensington Church Street are a few top attractions in Kensington. Hop around the city on the metro at High Street Kensington Station or Notting Hill Gate Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, beautiful gardens and charming cafes.

Kensington
Paddington showing a city and a square or plaza

Paddington

Paddington Central and The Grosvenor Victoria Casino London are top sights in Paddington, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Paddington Underground Station or Edgware Road (Bakerloo) Underground Station to see more sights in the area.

Paddington
London Natural History Museum featuring interior views, heritage elements and heritage architecture

South Kensington

Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in South Kensington. Check out top attractions like Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.

South Kensington
Chelsea featuring heritage architecture

Chelsea

4.5/5(132 area reviews)

Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Saatchi Gallery are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square Underground Station.

Chelsea
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Marylebone

4/5(36 area reviews)

Marylebone is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Oxford Street and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Baker Street Station or Marylebone Underground Station.

Marylebone
Mayfair

Mayfair

Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Bond Street.

Mayfair

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