Afternoon Tea Venues for Hire in South Kensington, London

Afternoon Tea Venues for Hire in South Kensington, London

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Top Venues for Afternoon Tea in South Kensington

Science, style, and a postcode that means business. This pocket of London sets the bar high. Afternoon tea venues in South Kensington are ready and waiting with tiered stands, warm scones, and a well-timed pour of Champagne. Sink into a grand hotel lounge near the Natural History Museum, book a chic restaurant just off Exhibition Road, or reserve an intimate private drawing room overlooking one of the garden squares. Planning a birthday, bridal shower, or an elegant catch-up before a stroll past the V&A? Take your pick below and book a table worthy of SW7.

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Vanderbilt
from £400
minimum spend / per evening
Vanderbilt
12
25
Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington
(7)
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington, London
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
The Vanderbilt is a 19th century Grade II listed building combining historical features and modern style. This hotel is less than five minutes’ walk from the world famous Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Victoria and
Private Room 7
from £40
per person / per evening
Private Room 7
8
15
Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington
(7)
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington, London
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
Harrods, Harvey Nichols and the rest of Knightsbridge's exclusive boutiques are only a few minutes’ walk away, as are the attractive green spaces of Hyde Park.
Cromwell
from £450
minimum spend / per evening
Cromwell
60
45
Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington
(7)
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington, London
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
The Vanderbilt is a 19th-century Grade II listed building combining historical features with modern style. This hotel is less than five minutes’ walk from the world-famous Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Victoria
Cromwell Suite 3
from £400
hire fee / per day
Cromwell Suite 3
30
40
DoubleTree by Hilton London Kensington
(88)
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington, London
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
Cromwell Suite 3 is a versatile meeting space that can be configured to suit your dream needs. Whether you're planning a conference, seminar, or training session, this room can accommodate up to 30 guests.
Gallery 2
from £600
minimum spend / per session
Gallery 2
10
12
The Pelham Hotel
(8)
South Kensington Station
South Kensington, London
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
A discerning design eye has shaped all The Pelham’s public spaces, not least Fifteen Cromwell Place and Bar 15. Here, you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner – but never in the same way.
Library
from £1000
minimum spend / per session
Library
12
15
The Pelham Hotel
(8)
South Kensington Station
South Kensington, London
Lounge in a Hotel
Private space
Country home intimacy meets London town house living in The Pelham. Perfectly positioned in the heart of South Kensington for exploring the galleries, museums and other cultural attractions of the Capital, we are also a home
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Mark the Occasion in a Lovely Afternoon Tea Hotel

Edwardian
from £450
minimum spend / per evening
Edwardian
50
50
Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington
(7)
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington, London
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
The Edwardian is a modern meeting room sitting up to 50 guests in a theatre layout. This room is different from other meeting rooms in Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington.
The Games Room
from £700
hire fee / per morning
The Games Room
30
50
The Ampersand Hotel
(107)
South Kensington Station
South Kensington, London
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Whole venue
A
Audrey
“We absolutely loved the Ampersand Hotel. The location is fantastic and the catering was great.”
Library
from £600
minimum spend / per session
Library
30
40
DoubleTree by Hilton London Kensington
(88)
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington, London
Function Room in a Hotel
Semi-private area
Semi-private area close to the hotel's main bar. Perfect for drinks receptions, dinners, and family get-togethers.
Drawing Room
from £950
minimum spend / per evening
Drawing Room
10
15
The Pelham Hotel
(8)
South Kensington Station
South Kensington, London
Lounge in a Hotel
Private space
The Drawing Room is located off the main Reception area and is an exquisite lounge enjoyed by hotel residents and non residents. It features a well stocked Honesty Bar including Champagne, a range of spirits and soft drinks
The Alexander Room
from £850
hire fee / per session
The Alexander Room
80
120
The Bentley London
(2)
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington, London
Function Room in a Hotel
Private space
Our Kensington Hotel is one of London’s best-kept secrets! The Bentley Hotel London is discreetly hidden in the residential area of the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea, providing that feeling of being home from home.
Kings Suite
from £3500
hire fee / per day
Kings Suite
200
200
The Rembrandt Hotel
(56)
South Kensington Station
South Kensington, London
Function Room in a Hotel
Private space
Ideal for Christmas parties, weddings, funeral receptions, christenings and other private and corporate events. It is located in a separate area of the hotel with a dedicated reception and breakout area.
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Afternoon Tea Venues for Hire in South Kensington, London

FAQs about Top Venues for Afternoon Tea in South Kensington

Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average £750 hire fee per day. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in South Kensington, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:

Prices of afternoon tea venues in South Kensington
From £400 to £1200 hire fee per day
From £40 to £60 per person
From £600 to £2000 minimum spend per event

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:

You'll find afternoon tea venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in South Kensington, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (May 2026):

Small up to 30 guests prices average £400 hire fee per day
Medium between 40 and 50 guests prices average £900 minimum spend per event
Large over 70 guests prices average £3000 minimum spend per event

Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for afternoon tea venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Hotel prices average £2000 minimum spend per event typically between 40 and 70 guests
Dining Room prices average £3000 minimum spend per event typically between 15 and 35 guests
Meeting Room prices average £700 hire fee per event typically between 25 and 50 guests
Function Room prices average £950 minimum spend per event typically between 45 and 120 guests
Lounge prices average £1440 hire fee per day typically between 15 and 60 guests

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