When travelling to London for the first time, it can be difficult to decide where you should stay. Should it be Westminster, home borough of Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and the London Eye? Or the City of London, major financial centre and the place where you can see the Gherkin, the legendary St Paul’s Cathedral, and the stunning Leadenhall Market? Perhaps artsy Shoreditch is more your speed, or you’ve got Notting Hill aspirations, or you think riverside Battersea could be the move?
London is a richly varied city, but here at the Mowbray Court Hotel in London–not that we’re biased–we believe that our Earls Court district is one of London’s underrated gems, a neighbourhood that’s vibrant, convenient to the rest of the city, and full of its attractions and charms.
About Earls Court
The neighbourhood of Earls Court is in western London, in the borough of Kensington & Chelsea. It is an area with a diverse and interesting population and a very long history. Here, you’ll find modern structures interspersed with Victorian-era buildings, lots of pretty pocket garden squares, some great shopping, and a truly international array of food.
Largely a residential neighbourhood, Earls Court has been home to luminaries such as children’s author and illustrator Beatrix Potter, Swedish opera singer Jenny Lind, whodunit queen Agatha Christie, and horror legend Alfred Hitchcock. Even members of the British Royal Family have lived here–the late Diana, Princess of Wales and her sister-in-law Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, both lived in the neighbourhood at different points in their lives.
Things to See & Do in Earls Court and Surrounds
Earls Court is really in an ideal location; slung between the boroughs of Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham, we’re close to tonnes of iconic London landmarks. Kensington Palace, Hyde Park & the Serpentine Galleries, Brompton Cemetery, Garden Lodge (former home of Queen frontman Freddie Mercury), Stamford Bridge (where Chelsea FC play) are all very close by! Arts, culture, nature, history, sport and more are all alive and well in the vicinity of Earls Court.
If retail therapy is your favourite pastime, well, that’s covered as well–just fifteen minutes away, you’ll find Westfield London, one of Europe’s largest shopping malls. But there are also boutiques and charity shops in our neighbourhood, plus the iconic Portobello Road market with all its vintage treasures isn’t far away at all.
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Dining in Earls Court
Whether you want a cheeky Nando’s or prefer finer dining, you’ll find something to suit your tastes in Earls Court. Just off the doorstep of the Mowbray Court Hotel alone, you’ll practically trip over vegan options, Thai, Lebanese, pizza, Chinese food, and the best greasy pub fare. There are humble takeaways, trendy bakeries and cafés, and even some upscale fare all within a few blocks–there are options suitable for all palates and budgets. One thing is certain: you will never go hungry or eat boring food in Earls Court!
Convenient Location and Transit Options
Earl’s Court Tube station and the adjacent bus stops are your gateway to Greater London at large. It’s terrifically easy to get around thanks to the abundance of public transportation options!
It’s not just convenient for getting into central London, either. Earl’s Court station services the District, Circle, and Piccadilly lines. If you’re flying into Heathrow Airport, you can get on the Piccadilly (Oakwood Station) train and be in Earl’s Court within 40 minutes. London’s other airports take one or two more transfers to get to Earl’s Court, but that’s still less expensive and about as convenient as hailing a cab or an Uber.
It’s safe to say that we at the Hotel Mowbray Court London think our neighbourhood is an excellent choice for visitors to use as a central hub of their stay in our city. Should you elect to stay with us, please do ask us for recommendations and advice; we’ll be happy to give you even more tips and info for Earls Court, and we’d love to help make your London visit a fun and memorable experience.
