Why Stay Near Earl’s Court, London: A Full Area Guide

 

The Mowbray Court Hotel in South Kensington is located in the vibrant and bustling neighborhood of Earl’s Court, known by many as the International Corner of London thanks to its broadly diverse population.

If you’re making your first trip to London–in which case, welcome!--then you may not be aware of why Earl’s Court is an amazing area to make your holiday home base. With everything from nearby historical sights, green parks, a delicious food scene and easy access to transportation in reach, you’ll finish your trip wondering why you ever thought you might stay somewhere else!

History So Close, You Could Touch It

Earl’s Court is adjacent to the rather posh neighborhood of Kensington, without Kensington’s price tag, making it a very friendly fit for your wallet. That proximity to Kensington also means that you’re quite close to historic Kensington Palace, birthplace of Queen Victoria and a main London residence for the Prince and Princess of Wales. Kensington Palace is a lovely place to visit, with expansive gardens and interesting exhibitions centered around its history.

The neighborhood of Earl’s Court is also close to Brompton Cemetery, one of London’s largest garden cemeteries–meaning it’s not a churchyard but rather an enormous greenspace that also happens to be a final resting place for over 200,000 souls. It may seem morbid, but it’s actually a beautiful place to quietly visit, with many old carved stone monuments to admire and of course, plenty of nature and wildlife living amongst them. 

Linked to London at Large: Earl’s Court Station

While you could stay right in Earl’s Court and see plenty of what makes London, London–you can also easily leave to explore the rest of our sprawling city, thanks to the Earl’s Court Underground station. This major transportation hub links Earl’s Court to London via the District and Piccadilly lines on the Tube as well as a number of bus lines from the various stops around the station. Using the Transport for London mobile app, it really could not be easier to explore the city from Earl’s Court.

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Fantastic Food

Because of the diverse population in the area, it’s no surprise that you’ll find all kinds of cuisine in Earl’s Court. Carnivores, vegans, and flexitarians will all find absolutely delicious options here, spanning a wide array of genres and nationalities. Lebanese, Thai, Italian, Turkish, Filipino, Indian–all of them have space in Earl’s Court, each one more delectable than the last. You can truly eat your way around the globe here!

Lush Green Spaces

If you’re the outdoorsy sort, you’ll love how close Earl’s Court is to beautiful greenspaces like Hyde Park, Battersea Park, and Kyoto Garden, where visitors can ride bikes, rent boats, or simply enjoy a leisurely walk. There are also loads of tiny but stunning garden squares in our neighborhood as well, not all of which are freely accessible to the public but which are nice to look at while you’re on a bit of a stroll. All in all, these parks and gardens are an integral part of the London landscape, softening her urban edges and adding a bit of romance in tucked-away corners of the big city.

Colourful Culture

Love music, theater, art and history? Earl’s Court is rife with all of the above, from pubs with live music and several theatres–the live show kind, not the film sort–to wonderful museums such as the beautifully eccentric Leighton House and the Design Museum. Ranging further afield on the handy public transportation, you’ll also be quickly connected to the Natural History and Science Museums and–this one’s special for the sporty sorts–the Chelsea Football Club Museum.

Earl’s Court: London’s Premier Neighborhood for Convenience and Cool Things

It’s easy to see that Earl’s Court is a prime hub for any London visitor. History, art, food, and culture all thrive here, providing a bounty of marvelous things that are sure to make your London visit memorable. If you're planning your trip, Mowbray Court Hotel South Kensington booking is a convenient choice—located right in the heart of it all.At the Mowbray Court Hotel, we’re always happy to give you helpful advice and pointers about our district to help improve your stay–you can ask us anytime.