Last Updated on 6 September, 2022
When it comes to parking in London, it can be somewhat expensive, particularly if you are driving through central London to get to Kensington. There is an additional £17.50 for the Congestion charge too.
Transportation in London is great so if can avoid driving then I would strongly advise it. If you live, work and travel frequently around Kensington and Chelsea, below are some of the best car parks in Kensington with varying costs associated with each.
Where To Park In Kensington
While you may be able to find free parking in the evening and weekends, this area is still one of the most difficult places to find free parking. Also among the easiest to get parking fines so make sure you read the streets signs or opt for nearby car parks in Kensington and Chelsea.
Kensington High Street Car Park – Saba Parking
Kensington High Street Car- Saba Parking is available for vehicles up to 1.98m height. The entrance is located on Campden Hill, just a 1-3-minute walk to the High Street Kensington Tube Station, and it is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
There are 322 spaces, of which there are 4 bays for disabled parking and 10-15 motorcycles and 4 electric vehicle charging points. The payment is accepted by Visa, Mastercard, and Debit cards.
Parking Rates
- 1 hour – £4.90
- 2 hours – £9.80
- 4 hours – Monday to Friday – £20
- 12 hours – Monday to Friday – £30
- 24 hours – Monday to Friday – £33
- 24 hours from Saturday to Sunday – £30
Address: Hornton Street, Kensington High Street, London
NCP Car Park London Royal Garden Hotel
This parking spot is for vehicles of a maximum height of 1.75m. It has staff to take care of your tickets and bookings. It is underneath the Royal Garden Hotel and opens for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The NCP parking lot with 140 spaces and 2 disabled parking bays uses the number plate recognition technology. Season tickets are available for as little as £16.05 per day. Cards are accepted for payment, and the gateway is also accepted.
Parking Rates
- 1 hour – £5
- 1-2 hours – £10
- 2-3 hours – £15
- 3 to 24 hours – £30
- Weekend 1 hour – £3
- Weekend 1 to 2 hour – £6
- Weekend 2- 3 hours – £9
- Weekend 24 hours – £30
- Motorcycle per day – £6
Address: 2-24 Kensington High Street London
Holland Park Pay and Display Car Park
Holland Park is a sprawling green area in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It offers spaces for renting parking for daily and monthly rates. This space is available for parking Monday to Sunday all day. It is on the park side, and hence, the park entry timings influence the parking hours too.
It has no height restrictions and offers spots for disabled parking. Users may deposit by phone or by cash. In the case of cash, they have to pay and display.
Parking Rates
- Daily – Minimum £8.50 and goes up to £62.50
- Monthly – Minimum £81.25 goes up to £500
Address: Located on Abbotsbury Road, by the Holland Park – more details here and here.
ParkBee Holiday Inn – Gloucester Road
For those looking for cheap parking in Kensington, the rest here are some of the cheapest per hour. The accessibility to Kensington Road and the Holiday Inn has made the ParkBee parking area a hot spot. It is open 24/7, and it offers indoor parking with staff operating the door.
It does not offer to park for the disabled and comes with staff to man the gate, and the customized height adjustment is possible. There is, however, no EV charging point here. Still, you are free to park by paying in advance as you hire the space in advance.
Parking Rates
- 1 hour – £2.50
- 2 hours – £5
- 3 hours – £7.50
- 4 hours – £10
- 8 hours – £12.50
- 12 hours – £17.50
- 24 hours – £28
Address: Courtfield road, Holiday Inn – Gloucester Road
Edith Grove Car Park
Located just 7 minutes from Westminster Hospital and Chelsea, the parking lot is outside the congestion zone. It comes with customized height limits and other such offers, including contract rates for those studying or frequenting this busy area.
It offers 24-hour service for parking and comes with a CCTV facility. The parking is available for hourly, daily, or contract purposes. There is a car storage facility to avail here. The location has become a top choice since it is close to the college and requires permits from the residents.
Parking Rates
- 1 Hour – £3.50
- 24 Hours – £35
- Overnight – £14 from 6 pm to 6 am
- Contract rates
- Weekly – From £150
- Monthly, quarterly and annual rates are available on request
Address: Sloane street road to Royal Brompton Hospital and Imperial College London
Union Car Parks Ltd
If you are traveling to the heart of London, you will notice the parking in the south Ken tube and Gloucester Road. The car park is available for users from 6.30 to 11.30 pm from Mondays to Fridays. On Saturdays, it is open from 7 am to 11 pm and on Sunday from 8 am to 6 pm. You are free to pay by cash, credit, or debit card, excluding the American Express card.
There are no height restrictions, and CCTV monitor is available 24/7. The Harrington Road is outside the congestion area.
Parking Rates
Contract parking, corporate rates are available
Daily and night parking available
Minimum spend on card payment is £12
|
Car |
Van |
|
|
0 -1 hour |
£4.50 |
£5.50 |
|
1-2 hours |
£9.00 |
£11.00 |
|
2-3 hours |
£13.50 |
£16.50 |
|
3-4 hours |
£18.00 |
£22.00 |
|
4-6 hours |
£22.00 |
£27.50 |
|
6-8 hours |
£27.50 |
£34.00 |
|
8-10 hours |
£33.00 |
£41.50 |
|
10-12 hours |
£36.00 |
£45.00 |
|
12-15 hours |
£39.00 |
£48.50 |
|
15-24 hours |
£50.00 |
£65.00 |
Address: Harrington Road is on South Kensington close to South Ken tube.
Cheltenham Terrace Car Park
There are 81 sub-terranean lots for parking in the strategically located Cheltenham Terrace car park. The lot is available for hourly, daily, and overnight parking. The covered parking area is a top draw among the people visiting the King’s Road and the neighborhoods.
The 24-hour open parking lot has more than 7 feet of clearance, offering vehicles to go in smoothly. The drivers can pay by bills, coins, along with AMEX, Mastercard, Visa, and other debit cards or credit cards. Drive-in any vehicle, cars, or motorcycle and get access here in this covered lot.
Parking Rates
- 1 Hour – £6.50
- 2 Hours – £12.50
- 3 Hours – £16.50
- 4 Hours – £21.50
- 5 Hours – £26.50
- 6 Hours – £32
- 7 Hours – £38
- 24 Hours – £45
- Overnight (6pm-6am) – £9.50
Address: 2, Cheltenham Terrace London, SW3 near King’s Road
Euro Car Parks
Located in Bayswater road, Euro Car Parks is a choice people have while visiting Hyde Park. The reason for the same lies in its proximity to the same. There is no size restriction to the vehicle’s height, and it is just at a walking distance from the Queensway Tube station of the Central Line.
Open all year, this parking lot is also accessible for the disabled parking besides offering food on-site and kid’s play area. The site is a top demand by the RV trailers and motorhomes, stopping over by for a short wait.
Parking Rates
- Small camping van or car – £22 for 24 hours
- Van – £30 for 24 hours
- Motorhome – £48 for 24 hours
Address: Short distance from Central line Queensway tube station
ParkBee Chelsea Cloisters – Sloane Avenue
Sloane Street is a famous street in Kensington, and this is where visitors often stop by to shop and eat. The parking lot is open 24 hours and has a 3-meters of headspace. The indoor parking lot is ideal for all-weather protection.
The space is accessible by wheelchair and has a valet parking service available. It is possible to leave the keys with the attendant once you arrive. They will park it for you. There is an option to pay on the go as you make surprise visits.
Parking Rates
- Daily rates – £21 for 24 hours
- Hourly rate – £3.50
Address: In the junction between Makins Street and Sloane Street
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