The Destination
Olympia
Where visionaries come to work.
Leading London Fitness
1Rebel
Leading boutique fitness studio 1Rebel is opening a 9,500 sq ft space, bringing their signature Reshape, Ride, Rumble, and Reformer Pilates classes to Olympia. Stylish with an industrial feel, they have a great sound system and protein shake bar.
Dining Hall
Arbour
Here you’ll find a modern food hall, with four different concepts. Try Fry Baby for fried chicken; Whammy Burger for smashed burgers; The Rambler for farm-to-fork seasonal dishes; and Café Mondo for artisan coffees and pastries.
Restaurant
Bar Arriba
A Mexican-inspired rooftop bar, with small plates, bold flavours, and perfect margaritas, with DJs on Thursday, Friday, and Saturdays. Come here for weekend brunches, laid back afternoons and lively nights out.
Renowned School
BRIT School Partnership
Olympia has partnered with the groundbreaking BRIT School to support emerging artists through performances and events.
Live Music Venue
British Airways ARC
A 3,800-capacity music venue with incredible design, self-serve bars, and an outstanding lineup of both global and local talent. The venue can also be hired for private conferences, awards, or banquet dinners.
Theatre
British Airways Theatre
A 1,575-seat theatre (London’s largest new theatre in 50 years!), there will be extra wide seats, and excellent amenities; opening 2027. It will be operated by London's Trafalgar Entertainment and Broadway's The Shubert Organisation.
Hotel
citizenM Olympia
Opening in the Grade II-listed National Hall, citizenM is a modern, stylish place to lay your head. With 146 rooms, there’s digital check-in, smart tech in rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, a 24/7 canteen, and societyM meeting spaces.
Cycling End-of-Journey Facility
Cycle Hub
The only Platinum accredited cycle hub in the UK by FiveatHeart (creators of the world’s best cycling spaces), this will be the best end of journey facility in London with over 950 cycle racks.
Exhibition Halls
Heritage Halls
Grand Hall and National Hall offer outstanding facilities for concerts, events and exhibitions. Recent events have included a world-class double bill boxing event, The Holiday & Travel Show, and BLOC Party and Interpol are playing here in December.
Hotel
Hyatt Regency London Olympia
The five-star, 204-room hotel has three restaurant and bar concepts, a 24-hour fitness centre, and is conveniently located directly in Olympia. The décor is modern, and some rooms have private terraces.
Pillar Hall
Idalia
Idalia is a 300-cover all-day restaurant from Des Gunewardena’s D3 Collective, offering modern British dining in a stunning Grade II* listed building, with a glamorous, vibrant atmosphere.
Restaurant
Lillie’s
Inspired by the elegance of English gardens, this refined roof terrace serves seasonal dishes for sharing, with a focus on English and sparkling wines. A great choice for a sophisticated night out.
The Offices
One Olympia
Heatherwick Studio, in collaboration with SPPARC, have created an inspiring building that redefines what an office can be – from its wrap-around views of London and the largest private office terraces in the capital, to a stylish lounge, terrace, and wellness suite.
Pillar Hall
Pepperbird
Pepperbird is an intimate speakeasy-style bar that nods to Olympia’s musical heritage. Hidden beneath Pillar Hall, the lights are low and the furnishings are plush.
Premium Lounge
The Addison
Set inside the ICC, there's an all-day casual restaurant menu during the day and a bar menu at night.
International Conferencing Centre
The ICC
The new International Conferencing Centre has next generation technology, incredible service, reconfigurable meeting room layouts and conferencing spaces, and an auditorium with capacity for up to 830 guests.
Event Space
Upstairs at Pillar Hall
A stunning event space with double-height ceilings, spectacular mezzanine, and capacity for 350 seated or 525 standing; it's also available for exclusive hire.
Restaurant
Wolves of Tokyo
Part restaurant, part bar, with rooftop views and the energy of late night Tokyo, this is a beautiful, large space. Come here for Japanese fare – sushi, yakitori, signature dishes – and stay on for music and excellent cocktails.
Highlights
Neighbourhood
West London's finest! At a glance, some of the outstanding amenities and venues we have close to Olympia.
British Airways ARC
Live Music Venue
British Airways ARC
Design Museum
Museum • 12-minute walk
Design Museum
Electric Cinema
Cinema
Electric Cinema
Next Door Records
Restaurant
Next Door Records
Royal Albert Hall
Music Hall
Royal Albert Hall
Spa at Six Senses
Spa
Spa at Six Senses
The Queen’s Club
Tennis Club
The Queen’s Club
White City House
Members’ Club, Restaurant, Bar, Cinema
White City House
Chet’s at The Hoxton Hotel
Restaurant
Chet’s at The Hoxton Hotel
Dishoom
Restaurant
Dishoom
Dorian
Restaurant
Dorian
River Café
Restaurant
River Café
The Cow
Pub
The Cow
1Rebel
Leading London Fitness
1Rebel
Barry’s West
Bootcamp
Barry’s West
Holland Park
Park
Holland Park
Kensington Gardens
Park
Kensington Gardens
Your neighbourhood
West London Guide
Welcome to the neighbourhood. From an ever-expanding restaurant scene in Notting Hill to our local bustling bar and restaurant offering, with many nearby parks and fitness studios close by too, this is an incredible place to work.
Rail Station • 2-minute walk
Kensington Olympia
The Kensington Olympia Station is served by the Mildmay line, National Rail (Southern) and weekend services on the District Line.
Pub • 3-minute walk
Hand & Flower
Located a stone's throw from Olympia, this historic Victorian pub has ten hotel rooms and a varied menu with everything from Greek mezzes to traditional fish and chips.
Barber's • 3-minute walk
Seven Garçons
Voted London’s best barber, they pride themselves on attention to detail and service.
Pub • 3-minute walk
The Cumberland Arms
This is a very cosy pub with an elevated Mediterranean menu. They use local produce from the nearby markets and their chalkboards have daily specials.
Restaurant • 4-minute walk
Kampai
Family-run Japanese with an extensive menu that includes classic maki, nigiri, sashimi, chef’s rolls, special boats and platters, and bento boxes at lunch.
Baked Goods • 6-minute walk
Bridge Baker
Handmade bread and pastries, incredible celebration cakes, and slow-fermented pizza.
Convenience • 6-minute walk
Pret A Manger
Find your Pret favourites – hot coffee, fresh juices, toasted sandwiches, and seasonal specials – moments from Olympia.
Museum • 9-minute walk
Leighton House Museum
A historic home that was the residence of a wealthy Victorian painter and president of the Royal Academy of Arts, it’s open to the public and is considered an art museum.
Pub • 10-minute walk
Havelock Tavern
A great gastropub with alfresco dining, get a table outside and settle in for the afternoon. Their beer garden has a covered area and heaters, so it's an excellent spot year round.
Restaurant • 10-minute walk
Pentolina
A small family-run restaurant, pull up a chair at one of their wooden tables and settle in for Italian home-style cooking – we love their streetside tables.
Museum • 12-minute walk
Design Museum
We are so lucky to have this on our doorstep! Considered the world’s leading museum for contemporary design, they have excellent exhibitions, special nights, and a great shop.
Restaurant • 12-minute walk
The Bird in Hand W14
After a refresh, this much-loved local has an updated menu that’s an evolution of its Italian-Med plates, including guest chef pizzas and a Monday aperitivo hour with light bites.
Designer Mall • 12-minute walk
Westfield W12
There’s everything here: from M&S and John Lewis to Zara, Nike and Apple; designer brands like Louis Vuitton and Prada; beauty stores like SpaceNK and Sephora; a VUE cinema with 20 screens, and more.
Market • 15-minute walk
Brook Green Market
Farmer’s market with street food from across the globe, every Saturday from 9:30am-3pm. Expect fish, cheese, flowers, pastries, meat, and live music.
Garden Shop • 15-minute walk
Rassel’s of Kensington
An oasis of all things green, here you'll find flowers, a nursery, and garden services. They're knowledgable, passionate, and always happy to help.
Active Ideas
Wellbeing
West London studios, classes, parks and more.
Park
Holland Park
Manicured and peaceful, with a Kyoto Garden complete with koi fish and peacocks.
Tennis
The Queen’s Club
A private tennis club, they have facilities for several racquet sports.
Park
Kensington Gardens
A Royal Park with the golden Albert Memorial, Peter Pan statue, Kensington Palace and more.
Insider Mix
West London Vibes by YoYo's Leo G
“My playlist features records that are considered personal favourites and some of the artists you may just recognise when walking the streets of West London, enjoy!”
“As a DJ and promoter, living in West LDN means that you’re constantly surrounded by decades of musical history and a mix of cultures that constantly inspire you. From reggae, soul and jazz to house, garage, hip hop and jungle, West LDN has added something special to the soundtrack of the city.”
Culture Calendar
What's On
Our pick of events at Olympia, British Airways ARC, and in West London.
OLYMPIA
British Airways Arc
Local Ideas
In the News
Press
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CN Traveller
Inside Olympia: what to expect from the London neighbourhood's incredible £1.3 billion transformation
Vogue
Photo London 2026:
A New Chapter at OlympiaThe Standard
Olympia exhibition centre reopens after £1.3bn revamp
Secret London
The all new Olympia has opened with rooftop restaurants, bars and live music
Financial Times
Inside West London’s new go-to dining destination
BBC
Historic Olympia exhibition centre reopens after £1.3bn revamp
The Complete Guide
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Every restaurant, pub, gallery, gym, cinema and hidden gem from this guide – pinned on a single Google Map with notes, so you always know exactly where to go and why.
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Monthly Mailer
The Olympia Bulletin
Your monthly email about what’s going on at Olympia and in the neighbourhood.
Getting Here
Fully Connected
Kensington Olympia is on your doorstep with the London Overground and National Rail; and the District Line at Barons Court and West Kensington are minutes away. The whole of London is reachable with ease.
- Transport
Kensington Olympia
Shepherd's Bush
2 mins train
Barons Court
8 mins walk
West Kensington
8 mins walk
Hammersmith
9 mins bus
Clapham Junction
10 mins train
- Airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
25 min drive50 min tube
London City (LCY)
40 min drive1 hr 10 min train
London Gatwick (LGW)
55 min drive50 min train
London Luton (LTN)
55 min drive1hr 15 min train
London Stansted (STN)
1 hr 15 min drive1 hr 35 min train
Farnborough Airport (FAB)
51 min drive1 hr 55 min train
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