London area of Notting Hill guide
What to do and where to stay in London's Notting Hill neighbourhood
The incredible diversity of an area that contained some of the most expensive houses in the Capital next to some of the roughest council estates caused riots in 1958, but in the 1970s and 1980s, the potent mixture of Mediterranean, Caribbean, and half-a-dozen other London cultures led to an extraordinary flowering. The record shops of Portobello Road and Ladbroke Grove became home to London’s reggae and punk scenes, and artists, musicians, and writers moved into the area. Traditionally, this isn't a hub for tourists so hotels haven't flourished but it is a vibrant place to spend some time. The southern end of Notting Hill has become thoroughly gentrified, but in the north there is still a vibrant cultural and musical life, and the weekly market remains one of London’s most colourful. The last weekend of August is when Notting Hill returns to its roots, as almost the entire area is taken over by Carnival, Europe’s biggest and best street party.
See our recommended nearby Notting Hill Hotels, Events, Entertainment, Sights and Attractions, Shopping, Restaurants, Pubs, Nightlife, Leisure, Education, and Meeting Venues.
Notting Hill Hotels
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel
16 Leinster Square, W2
This practical, budget hotel is a great value considering its exclusive postcode within leafy Notting Hill. The hotel was established with young people in mind so ... More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel
20 Pembridge Gardens, W2
Wrap yourself in Victorian elegance at this exclusive hotel. Located in peaceful residential street close to Notting Hill gate, the shops and nightlife of the West-end ... More
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel
23-25 Princes Square, W2
An attractive, Grade II listed building on a leafy street in Bayswater, this traditional, reasonably priced townhouse B&B was at one time three separate Victorian homes. ... More
Notting Hill Events
London > Events > Shopping
Portobello Road Market, Portobello Road, Notting Hill, London W11
The famous Portobello Road Market in Notting Hill takes place every Saturday although there are also antiques shops and temporary stalls selling a mix of second-hand ... More
London > Events > Concerts
Notting Hill, Notting Hill, London W11
Held since 1966, the Notting Hill Carnival was originally a local affair for west London's homesick Caribbean community, this has evolved into Europe's biggest street party; ... More
London > Events > Film Events
Westbourne Studios: Under the Westway, 242 Acklam Road, Notting Hill, London W10
Created in 1996 as a reaction to the state of the British Film industry the Portobello Film Festival aims to provide a platform for new exciting ... More
Notting Hill Entertainment
London > Entertainment > Live Music
Powis Square, London, Notting Hill, London W11
This refurbished Victorian church has been converted into a multi-functional venue for arts and exhibitions. Facilities include a dance studio, theatre-style performance space, soundproofed production studio ... More
London > Entertainment > Live Music
130 Talbot Road, London, Notting Hill, London W11
The record shop that launched the legendary Rough Trade label - home to The Smiths, The Fall and The Libertines among others - is still heaven ... More
London > Entertainment > Cinemas
191 Portobello Road, London, Notting Hill, London W11
Lush leather armchairs and sofas for couples, comfy footstools, wine coolers and small tables storing snacks and drinks make this small, independent cinema one of the ... More
Notting Hill Sights and Attractions
London > Attractions > Museums
Colville Mews, Lonsdale Road, London, Notting Hill, London W11
From Cornflakes to Ker-plunk, Spacedust to Spacehoppers, take a nostalgic tour through 200 years of British consumerism with Robert Opie's unique creation. Enter the Museum of ... More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Portobello Road, London, Notting Hill, London W11
The famous Portobello Road antiques and flea market in Notting Hill takes place every Saturday although there are also stalls from Monday to Friday. Running from ... More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
, London, Notting Hill, London W11
In the South-West of the borough of Kensington and Chelsea lies Notting Hill, one of the most attractive parts of London and home to the famous ... More
Notting Hill Shopping
London > Shopping > Health and Beauty
227 Westbourne Grove, London, Notting Hill, London W11
This retro-kitsch American make-up line is taking the world by storm at the mo having arrived in London a few years back. Female Londoners can't ... More
London > Shopping > Delicatessens
226 Westbourne Grove, London, Notting Hill, London W11
What with The Cow, Lucky 7 and Crazy Homies next door as well as this deli down the road, Tom Conran - middle son of Sir ... More
London > Shopping > Ladies Fashion
202 Westbourne Grove, London, Notting Hill, London W11
Nicole Farhi's Westbourne Grove concept store includes everything you need to buy into the Farhi lifestyle - from clothes to soft furnishings for the home. Once ... More
Notting Hill Restaurants
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
208 - 212 Westbourne Grove, London, Notting Hill, London W11
Daylesford Organic brings the taste of the Gloucestershire countryside to Notting Hill with the Bamfords bringing produce from their country estates to the city. The minimalist, ... More
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
226 Westbourne Grove, London, Notting Hill, London W11
What with The Cow, Lucky 7 and Crazy Homies next door as well as this deli down the road, Tom Conran - middle son of Sir ... More
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
Nicole Farhi, 202 Westbourne Grove, London, Notting Hill, London W11
Nicole Farhi's Westbourne Grove concept store includes everything you need to buy into the Farhi lifestyle - from clothes to soft furnishings for the home. Once ... More
Notting Hill Pubs
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
80 Chepstow Road, London, Notting Hill, London W2
Situated in the heart of London's trendy Notting Hill area, The Prince Bonaparte gastropub offers a warm atmosphere that most other pubs simply cannot. The warmth ... More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
60 Great Western Road, London, Notting Hill, London W11
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Notting Hill Nightlife
London > Nightlife > Bars
171 Portobello Road, London, Notting Hill, London W11
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London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
221 Notting Hill Gate, London, Notting Hill, London W11
Pricey but always fun, this subterranean dive in the heart of trendy West London enjoys a steady crowd and on big nights it gets absolutely packed ... More
Notting Hill Leisure
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
2A Bridstow Place, London, Notting Hill, London W2
As Londoners struggle to relax in this bustling behemoth of a city, people seem to keep on finding new, bizarre ways to chill out. Float offers ... More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
11 Lambton Place, London, Notting Hill, London W11
Pilates ... More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
1 Courtnell Street, London, Notting Hill, London W2
The cool, calming interior of this intimate Asian inspired spa sets the peaceful tone, ready for your relaxing treatments. Luxury is the key word here where ... More
Notting Hill Education
London > Education > Universities and Colleges
20 Victoria Gardens, Notting Hill Gate, London, Notting Hill, London W11
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London > Education > Professional Training
9 Pembridge Road, London, Notting Hill, London W11
Secretarial, clerical and IT training... More
London > Education > Professional Training
69 Notting Hill Gate, London, Notting Hill, London W11
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Notting Hill Meeting Venues
London > Business > Venue Hire
191 Portobello Road, Notting Hill, London, Notting Hill, London W11
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London > Business > Venue Hire
5-7 Denbigh Road, Notting Hill, London, Notting Hill, London W11
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London > Business > Venue Hire
45 Ledbury Road, Notting Hill, London, Notting Hill, London W11
This mad, gorgeous, fairy-tale fantasy of a bar/restaurant is usually full of glamorous young singles flirting like mad over their cocktails - but it's also hard ... More
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