Copthorne Tara Kensington Hotel

Pros: Great for Wheelchair Access. Helpful, friendly efficient staff.
Cons: Long distances inside.

The Tara is a very large 'chain' hotel with one over-riding advantage for wheelchair travelers. Their accessible rooms really are, just that, accessible. Everything is carefully thought out - grab bars at the loo, shower seat,wheelchair height wardrobes, ...

Pros: Cheap (through Priceline) Close to High Street Kensington shops, restaurants and Tube station
Cons: Dimly lit bathroom No king-size bed

My husband and I stayed at the Copthorne Tara Hotel in March 2004. We got a great deal through Priceline so our double-room was only $75 a night. According to the hotel's website, the regular price was 225 GBP (about $415). The hotel is tucked ...

Pros: Very nice hotel...helpful staff
Cons: Didn't have any

When my son and I were in London in April this year, we spent a week in the Copthorne Tara. It is a very nice hotel and the staff were very helpful to us. The rooms were very clean when we returned each day from sightseeing.It has a nice gift shop, a...

Pros: Convenient business-class hotel in Kensington
Cons: Not much personality

I've stayed twice at the Copthorne Tara Hotel while in London in 2001. It's a perfectly fine business-class hotel that is conveniently located near High Street Kensington. It's about 2 blocks from a tube stop which is very nice.

The rooms...