Hour Glass Hotel - London

$$$$||View on mapLondon, United Kingdom131 Beaconsfield Road, London, United Kingdom, se17 2bx|
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Hour Glass Hotel - London
131 Beaconsfield Road, London, United Kingdom, se17 2bx·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.5Very good
Highest Rated
Staff9.0
Free WiFi8.3
Value for money8.1
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.6
Location7.5
Comfort7.4
Facilities7.4
Who stays here
Couples35%
Families26%
Groups23%
Solo15%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.5Very good
Highest Rated
Staff9.0
Free WiFi8.3
Value for money8.1
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.6
Location7.5
Comfort7.4
Facilities7.4
Who stays here
Couples35%
Families26%
Groups23%
Solo15%

Budget hotel above a traditional London pub with shared kitchen and pet-friendly policy

Rooms & Amenities

Each room at the Hour Glass Hotel London includes a fridge, TV, and tea and coffee making facilities with a washbasin. The hotel provides shared bathroom and kitchen facilities with a washing machine and a dryer available for guest use. Rooms are located above a Victorian pub that retains original wooden framing.

On-Site Dining & Bar

The Hour Glass Hotel & Pub serves meals throughout the day from its bar downstairs. The bar offers a happy hour with live sport events and a selection of wine and champagne. Guests can also enjoy darts and games in the shared lounge area.

Location & Transport

The hotel sits opposite a bus stop providing direct access into central London and is within a 15-minute walk of Elephant & Castle and Kennington tube stations. Burgess Park with its playground and barbeque facilities is a 2-minute walk from the door. A 5-minute drive reaches the Ministry of Sound in Elephant and Castle.

Entertainment & Common Areas

The London Hour Glass Hotel offers a games room, darts, and board games and puzzles in the shared lounge area. A terrace and sun terrace with outdoor furniture provide additional space for guests. The bar also features regular live sport events and happy hour sessions.

Pet-Friendly & Additional Services

The hotel provides pet bowls for guests travelling with dogs, alongside a designated smoking area. Concierge service, express check-in and check-out, and private check-in and check-out are available. CCTV covers common areas and outside the property, with key access and security alarms for safety.

  • Accommodation: Fridge in room, shared kitchen with washing machine and dryer
  • Dining: Pub serving meals throughout the day with happy hour and live sport events
  • Location: 2-minute walk to Burgess Park, opposite bus stop
  • Entertainment: Games room, darts, board games, terrace
  • Pet-friendly: Pet bowls and designated smoking area
  • Safety: CCTV in common areas, security alarm, key access
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-22:00
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Czech, Polish, Russian, Slovak
Building
Year renovated:2009
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:21
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Rooms and availability

Shared Bathroom Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Standard Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shared Bathroom Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Welcome drink

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Shared kitchen

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Fishing

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Hour Glass Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 68 £
📏 Distance to centre 3.7 km
✈️ Distance to airport 13.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport London City, LCY

Location

131 Beaconsfield Road, London, United Kingdom, se17 2bx
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131 Beaconsfield Road, London, United Kingdom, se17 2bx
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
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Market
East Street Market
570 m
Library
East Street
570 m
Restaurant
Burgess Park Cafe
360 m
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Le panier a brioche
760 m
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Arment WJ & Son Pie
970 m
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Bert's Fish Bar
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Mosaic Grill
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Star Cafe
890 m
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Walworth Kebab
890 m
Restaurant
The Best Kebab
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Restaurant
Bagel King
1.1 km
Restaurant
Souvlaki Guys
1.2 km

Reviews of Hour Glass Hotel

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FAQ about Hour Glass Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Hour Glass Hotel?
Staying 3.1 km from the Hour Glass Hotel, guests will find one of the top-rated landmarks, the huge Coca-Cola London Eye Observation Wheel, whereas The View from The Shard is 2.1 km away.
What is the nearest airport to Hour Glass Hotel hotel?
London City airport lies within 15 km of Hour Glass Hotel hotel and is reachable with a 25-minute drive.
Does the hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, at the hotel there are parking spaces provided nearby.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 15:00 to 22:00 and check out from 11:00. Late check-in is also possible by prior arrangement with the property.
How much does a room at the Hour Glass Hotel hotel cost?
The prices at the Hour Glass Hotel hotel start from $105.
What payment methods are accepted in Hour Glass Hotel?
At Hour Glass Hotel, guests can pay using сash, Visa, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the 2-star Hour Glass Hotel comprise?
The 2-star Hour Glass Hotel provides such room types as Twin Room, Guest Room, and Triple Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the hotel?
Some suites at the hotel boast soundproof windows, a writing table as well as shared bathrooms which include a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.
Does the Hour Glass Hotel hotel staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the Hour Glass Hotel hotel can speak Polish, Czech, Russian, Italian, and Spanish.
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