Earls Court

Earls Court, in West London, has long been known for two things: its large exhibition centre legacy (now redeveloped) and its historic association with Australian and New Zealand expats, who gave the area the nickname "Kangaroo Valley" in past decades.

A Practical Base

Earls Court remains one of the better-value Zone 1 areas to stay — Victorian terraces converted to hotels and guesthouses at prices below equivalent Kensington or Chelsea options, with good Tube connections to the rest of the city.

The Old Earls Court Exhibition Centre

The iconic exhibition centre that hosted major concerts and events for decades was demolished in 2015; the site is now part of a large ongoing redevelopment project that will eventually include new public space and housing.

Nearby

Earls Court sits within easy reach of Kensington, Chelsea and South Kensington's museum cluster — a practical rather than a destination-in-itself neighbourhood, best thought of as a base for exploring the surrounding areas.

Getting There

Earls Court station (District and Piccadilly lines) is well connected across the network.

Tips

• Consider Earls Court hotels for good value with easy access to South Kensington's museums.
• The area itself is more practical than picturesque — plan to explore neighbouring Chelsea or Kensington for sightseeing.