Prepare for unparalleled glamour during your next stay at The Kensington in London. Pair your luxurious getaway with tickets to the latest ground breaking exhibition at the V&A South Kensington – including guaranteed access to often SOLD OUT exhibits – and a decadent afternoon tea in the elegant Drawing Room. This season, trace the origins of revolutionary fashion house, Schiaparelli or dive into the enduring allure of Marie Antoinette’s iconic style. Discover London’s vibrant cultural quarter with The Kensington.

Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art (From 28 March 2026)

Experience the UK’s first exhibition on Elsa Schiaparelli in a celebration of the innovative designer's influence. This special collection spans the 1920s to today, tracing the iconic fashion house’s groundbreaking origins and its evolution under current creative director Daniel Roseberry.

Marie Antoinette Style (20 September 2025 – 22 March 2026)

Step into the captivating world of Marie Antoinette – an enduring symbol of style, opulence, and scandal. Explore the lasting influence of the most fashionable (and ill-fated) queen in history through over 250 years of design, fashion, film, and art. Guests will receive the full royal treatment with the launch of Let Us Eat Cake, an indulgent new afternoon tea menu inspired by Marie Antoinette’s infamously lavish lifestyle, featuring a selection of decadent desserts that are almost too beautiful to eat.

The V&A Experience Package Includes:

• Overnight accommodation
• Full English Breakfast
• 2 tickets to the latest special exhibition at The V&A South Kensington
• Themed afternoon tea in The Drawing Room for 2 guests

Terms and Conditions:

• Rate quoted is inclusive of VAT
• Package applies to all room and suite types
• Rate is based on a maximum two adults per room
• Available until 31 December 2026
• Cancel without charge up to seven days before arrival

For information and enquiries please call: +44 20 7589 6300