DoubleTree by Hilton Kingston

Modern Hilton, Kingston Fringe

The DoubleTree sits on Skerne Road, on the eastern edge of Kingston town centre between Norbiton station and the river. It’s a modern build — opened in 2017 — so the rooms are contemporary and well-specced: air conditioning, 43-inch Smart TVs, walk-in showers, and the kind of consistent fit-out that Hilton properties deliver. Some rooms come with private balconies, premium WiFi, and espresso machines.

At 146 rooms, it’s the second-largest hotel in the area after the Crowne Plaza, which means availability is generally good even for late bookings.

The Location

The hotel is well placed for visitors who want to explore Kingston on foot. The town centre — Ancient Market, shops, riverside — is about an 8-minute walk west. Norbiton station is closer still at 5 minutes, with trains into Waterloo. Kingston station is 10 minutes in the other direction.

It’s not quite riverside like the Crowne Plaza, and it’s not in the thick of the high street, but the position between two stations makes it one of the best-connected options in the area.

On-Site Dining

Hawkers Bar & Brasserie handles all meals from breakfast through dinner, with an al fresco terrace for warmer months. It’s functional hotel dining — reliable rather than destination-worthy — but it means you don’t have to venture out if you arrive late or want an early start.

Who This Hotel Suits

Business travellers and visitors who value modern facilities, air conditioning (a genuine differentiator in older London hotels during summer), and Hilton loyalty points. The 24-hour fitness centre is a plus for those who like to train while travelling. Families benefit from the room count and accessible room options.

The DoubleTree cookie at check-in remains, as ever, a small but genuine gesture of hospitality.