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The Penny Farthing

3.0 star property
Hotel in Berkhamsted with a 24-hour front desk

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
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Economy Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 292
SAR 350 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
296-298 High Street, Berkhamsted, England, HP4 1AH

What's nearby

  • Rex Cinema - 9 min walk
  • The Snow Centre - 9 min drive
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - 12 min drive
  • Ashridge Estate - 13 min drive
  • ZSL Whipsnade Zoo - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Berkhamsted Station - 8 min walk
  • Chesham Underground Station - 9 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Akash Berkhamsted - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Crown - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Crystal Palace - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Goat - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Penny Farthing

Hotel near a train station
The Penny Farthing provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and laundry services
Room features
All guestrooms at The Penny Farthing have comforts such as desk chairs and WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and desks

Languages

English, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (GBP 4 per night)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 4 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Access to nearby health club

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 12:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: GBP 4 per night (rates may vary)
  • Self parking fee: GBP 4 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Pennyfarthing Berkhamsted
Pennyfarthing Hotel Berkhamsted
Pennyfarthing Hotel
The Pennyfarthing Hotel
The Penny Farthing Hotel
The Penny Farthing Berkhamsted
The Penny Farthing Hotel Berkhamsted

Frequently asked questions

Is The Penny Farthing pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Penny Farthing?

As of 23 Safar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Penny Farthing on 27 Safar 2025 start from $97.26, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Penny Farthing?

Self parking is available for GBP 4 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Penny Farthing?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Penny Farthing?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 15.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Penny Farthing located?

Situated in Berkhamsted, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Rex Cinema and The Pottery Project. Chiltern Hills and Frithsden Vineyard are also within 3 mi (5 km). Berkhamsted Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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The Penny Farthing Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 184 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

subin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ai Ling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent. I have stayed on multiple occasions at the hotel as it suits my needs when visiting friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Layo

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central friendly helpful reception
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Last minute booking, room was fine for a one night stay but even though it was cold outside the room was like an oven and due to its location on the walkway opening a window wasn't really an option, there was aircon but it's noisy and dries me out, other than that a very good room for a very reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No problems.
OK hotel. Nothing special but did the job.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Mauveen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Court yard rooms need updating
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Funsho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location in a wonderful city. I enjoyed the 1 night i stayed!!. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms ideal location and sister hotel excellent for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place and value for money
Lovely place in centre of town. Room good size with all amenities. Quiet and warm when i was there. Plenty of shops and restaurants close by. Free car parking too
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the middle of everything in Berkhamsted
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic clean, met requirements of a convenient stopover
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good value accommodation in popular area
Good,clean accommodation - rooms a bit tired but fine for a one or two night stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good stay - but time for some work on the rooms.
Very welcoming staff, efficient check in pre arrival, good value. Excellent shower. A very convenient hotel. Room could do with redecorating and bathroom tiling needs regrouting. Mattress due for replacement.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location. Room in need of some TLC. Bathroom door needs a coat of paint and there was a tatty piece of skirting board under the shower. Very dim lighting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for what we needed
Suitable for one night stay. Starting to look a bit dated but clean. Would have preferred a double room rather than a twin. Don’t know if there was one available when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in Berkhamsted
Great location . Easy parking. Friendly check in. Room was lovely. Great shower. Good facilities. Needed ear plugs to sleep but am a light sleeper.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I thought the room could do with updating as the walls were dirty and in general looked tired. The price didnt reflect the room. The staff however were exceptionally friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff
Clean room. Comfy bed. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Suze

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was a bit shabby - a wall light was hanging out of the wall, the light over the bathroom mirror wasn’t working. Scuffs and scrapes to paintwork and walls. Seal on the shower door was very scruffy. Overall a bit dingy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Fiona

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very nice and checkin was fine. Unfortunately, I didn’t notice until I’d already unpacked that there was an extreme amount of mould and mildew in the shower with one fixture even coming away from the wall and the shower door seal cracked. Also, the WiFi was not consistent: sometimes it worked well other times not so well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is basic and simple. If you go with a family be aware of outside dining at restaurant outside so you will hear diners until around 10pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel has a relaxed comfortable atmosphere and is positioned well, being within walking distance from the rail station. The bedroom was fine, although the carpet was looking a little tired and stained. The bathroom was well designed and well featured, but sadly the maintenance was poor - the extractor fan was visually heavily clogged with fluff, and did not work at all. The bath plug, once under water, will not eject with the rotary knob, and renders it impossible to drain the bath. It appears the entire plug-ejection mechanism is missing! All that said, it was a comfortable, quiet night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022