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Summer Accommodation

Make the most of your London experience and stay with us in our selection of modern, comfortable bedrooms.

We provide great-value accommodation for groups of all sizes. So, whether you’re attending an event on campus or hosting a summer school or other educational group, you’ll find something to suit your needs.

Enjoy a complimentary stay in our two-bedroom flat at 170 Queen’s Gate*

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Two unrivalled locations

  • Choose between two leading locations: a buzzing atmosphere in the heart of London or a residential experience with comfort and convenience at your doorstep.
  • Enjoy a selection of single, twin and double bedrooms with en suite or shared bathroom options.
  • Access a host of unique on-campus facilities and take advantage of our great value and services.

Central London

Stay in the heart of London and immerse yourself in the historical surroundings of South Kensington and our main campus. Walk to London’s best attractions including the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, V&A, Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park.

Beit Hall

  • 276 Buildings
  • Central London

Stay next door to one of the UK’s most treasured concert halls, the Royal Albert Hall. Opened in 1908, Beit Hall is a Grade II-listed building offering a beautiful historic setting in the heart of South Kensington.

  • Available rooms at Beit Hall

Prince's Gardens

  • 724 Buildings
  • Central London

With a variety of twin, single and double en suite bedrooms available, Prince’s Gardens is ideal for groups looking to explore London’s top attractions. It is comprised of seven halls, each named after a prestigious Imperial alumnus.

  • Available rooms at Prince's Gardens

West London

Looking for an alternative? Our beautiful modern bedrooms in North Acton are only a stone’s throw away from the tube where you can be in Notting Hill in 10 minutes and Oxford Circus and Liverpool Street in less than 30 minutes.

Kemp Porter Buildings

  • 589 Buildings
  • West London

Stay in our newest residential complex, built with education and innovation at its core. Enjoy access to brand-new facilities centred around learning, collaboration and engagement.

  • Available rooms at Kemp Porter Buildings

Woodward Buildings

  • 644 Buildings
  • West London

North Acton is a thriving new community in London with a wealth of new-build amenities and developments. With a range of modern single, double and twin en suite bedrooms, Woodward Buildings is the perfect choice for educational groups, summer schools and short-term stays.

  • Available rooms at Woodward Buildings

Not part of a group?

We open our doors to a limited number of individual leisure guests each year, subject to availability. We’re not currently taking bookings but if you’re interested in our accommodation for summer 2024, please register your details to be added to our mailing list.

Services to enhance your stay

Our range of in-house services is designed to support your goals and provide a memorable guest experience. Speak to one of our dedicated group accommodation executives to find out how our experienced team can support your next group booking.

Classroom and event spaces

There are more than 100 event spaces available for groups to hire across our campuses. Choose from lecture theatres, meeting rooms and exhibition spaces for up to 740 delegates in South Kensington or flexible teaching rooms and communal spaces suitable for large and small groups to learn and relax together in North Acton.

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Catering

Our menus have been carefully crafted to suit a wide range of tastes and budgets, but if you’re looking for something truly memorable, our talented team of chefs can design a bespoke experience sure to impress your guests.

  • Feeling hungry?

Dedicated account manager

Enjoy a stress-free experience by booking with Celesta Venues. All group bookings are assigned a dedicated group accommodation executive who takes care of your every need.

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Sustainability

By choosing to have your event with us, you’ll be contributing to funding leading climate change research and the development of scientific, technological and policy solutions to make zero pollution at Imperial a reality.

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Superb 5-star location. Reception staff fantastic from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. Cleanliness excellent. Student bar superb with best prices in London, with excellent bar staff. Room comfortable and well looked after. All in all excellent value. Will definitely return. Thank you.

Steve C

August 2023

Updates from our community

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Imperial Venues and Accommodation unveil new brand, introducing Celesta Venues

  • 24th Nov 2023
  • Press release

Imperial College London’s commercial events and accommodation arm has unveiled a new brand, aligning more closely to its mission of being a leading London destination for education focussed stays, conferences, meetings and events.

  • Read about Imperial Venues and Accommodation unveil new brand, introducing Celesta Venues

A stylish special offer

  • 23rd Nov 2023
  • Special offer

Enjoy a complimentary stay in our two-bedroom flat at 170 Queen’s Gate when you book a residential conference in summer 2024*.

  • Read about A stylish special offer

Why you should consider an academic venue for your next event

  • 21st Nov 2023
  • Accommodation, Conferences, Events, Meetings, News, Our Locations

What’s more important than choosing the right venue when planning an event?

  • Read about Why you should consider an academic venue for your next event

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