The Bedford Balham

Hotels
Independent
8.2 (92 reviews)
77 Bedford Hill, London, England, SW12 9HD , London , GB

Facilities

Free WiFi
Elevator
Smoke-free property

Review Highlights

Pros:
Welcoming staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Minor noise issues from nearby tracks
Limited assistance with luggage

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
Most reviews noted clean rooms and facilities.
Service
8.8
Staff were described as welcoming and efficient.
Location
7.8
Conveniently located near trains and dining options.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms were comfortable and well-furnished.
Amenities
7.8
Basic amenities were provided, some guests found them sufficient.
Value for Money
8.3
Good value considering location and services.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Food quality was highlighted positively in multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
8
The stay was mostly enjoyable, with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 13:57

Property Description

Indulge in Culinary Delights
Savor a delicious meal at our on-site restaurant, promising a delightful gastronomic experience during your stay.

Elegant and Cozy Accommodations
Unwind in one of our 15 uniquely decorated guestrooms, equipped with modern amenities like espresso makers and flat-screen TVs for a comfortable stay.

Prime Location for Exploring
Located in the vibrant district of Wandsworth, our hotel is just minutes away from top attractions such as Clapham Common and The Oval, making it a perfect choice for leisure travelers.

Book your stay at The Bedford Balham now for an unforgettable London getaway!

Important information:

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 92 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 8.8
Location: 7.8
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 8.3
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8
D
deborah
10
Pros:

Really enjoyed the stay

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
T
Tyler
10
Pros:

Great stay

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
V
Vivienne
6
Pros:

Staff were welcoming, helpful and efficient. Room is small but clean, comfortable and charming. Mine overlooked the railway tracks but was surprisingly not noisy enough to keep me awake. Live music also not too noisy on the top floor. Elevator goes to 1st floor only, then there is noone to help you haul your suitcase the rest of the way. Very quick walk to trains. Lots of coffee shops and casual dining nearby. If you want to be in Balham, then this is a decent option.

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
E
evelyn
10
Restful in Balham
Pros:

The staff were efficient in checking me in but also sent me a message to tell me that they've moved me to room 14 in response to my request for a quiet room. Room was on the third floor and after the long journey to the hotel as London had tube strikes, my dread became foundless as I managed to use the lift at the back of the pub. The room was clean, bed was comfortable, the AC working, towels fluffy and clean and the coffee from Nespresso machine strong. Thank you for a good night's rest.

2025-09-12 via Nuitee
A
Andrew
10
Great accommodation
Pros:

Lovely accommodation and staff. The room was spacious quiet and had great facilities. We ate at the hotel which was excellent

2025-09-09 via Nuitee
Z
Zoe family
10
Pros:

We had a really lovely stay here for our wedding in London. The rooms were beautiful and clean and staff were friendly and helpful. My mother's room was closer to the rail tracks so hers was quite noisy at times but she used earplugs and was able to sleep. Rooms felt safe and bed was comfortable.

2025-08-29 via Nuitee
C
Christa
10
Pros:

The bed and bathroom were amazing!

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
L
Leesa
10
Pros:

Great staff and discounted in food. Loved it. Aaron the manager was awesome!

2025-08-13 via Nuitee
R
robyn
10
Very nice
Pros:

Nothing unexpected. Just know it’s a Pub below and there is street noise. I brought a fan. Bedding comfortable. They do room cleaning daily. Very clean. We had an issue with sink not draining and they fixed it right away after we hung the “please service this room” tag. There is a very small fridge. Refillable water bottles. Small pod Nespresso. A tea kettle and variety of tea bags and milk and sugar packs. There is nice shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion. They do not have wash cloths “face cloths” and do not know what they are. There is a Sainsbury’s grocery store very close you can get anything you need. The food in the pub is excellent and you get a discount with room key. Close to train for Underground and International rail service. Overall very nice and I would definitely stay again!!

2025-08-01 via Nuitee
D
David partner
8
Pros:

Love the vibe of this hotel. Staff, pub and club are trendy and fun. Comedy show was fun, but club was noisy on weekends until 2:00 am. Kind of a quirky place but like it overall.

2025-07-13 via Nuitee
J
Jordan
10
Decent little stay
Pros:

Good location, decent food in the pub. 2 second walk to Balham station with direct trains to Victoria and Clapham as well as the tube.

Only downside was its a bit noisy on a weekend as they have a literal nightclub and pub below but wasn’t bad enough to not sleep.

2025-06-30 via Nuitee
H
Helen partner
10
Pros:

Lovely old building. So convenient

2025-06-28 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Character and warmth
Pros:

The hotel is in a lovely location and has a lot of character, close by the tube. The room is excellent and comfy bed, lovely decor. Only let down and the manager on shift was at times, very unhelpful and I myself felt, quite rude. Apart from that, excellent place to stay

2025-06-02 via Nuitee
D
Daniel
10
Great pub stay
Pros:

Always An amazing stay at the Bedford. Phenomenal pub.

2025-05-26 via Nuitee
C
Craig
10
Boooom
Pros:

4th stay here. Amazing

2025-05-21 via Nuitee
G
Gail friends
6
Pros:

This hotel is over a very tired and noisy pub. Rooms were clean, well apportioned. Thankfully we didn’t spend a lot of time at the property as we were walking a charity marathon overnight but were forewarned about live music and there were ear plugs on the bedside table. £149 and no breakfast - very expensive - the property smells of beer, fried foods and bleach.

2025-05-19 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer partner
10
Pros:

Amazing property, really nice manager and all the bar staff were so helpful- I asked for a special request to have the towels folded and she really outdid herself! The room was absolutely gorgeous and we loved every minute, the bar food downstairs was also fantastic. Nothing but positivity and really made our 3rd anniversary worth it <33

2025-04-16 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
6
Noisy tired tiny overpriced room
Pros:

Tiny room, odd dated layout. Very noisy until the early hours from night club.
Stayed as we attended at function there. Expensive for what we paid, look for a nearby alternative if possibke

2025-04-03 via Nuitee
M
Mark
10
Nice stay
Pros:

Nice bedroom with excellent bathroom. Only criticism would be that we would prefer a king size bed as the one in our room was only a double.

2025-02-13 via Nuitee
N
Nathan
4
Pros:

The noisiest hotel room I have ever stayed in. The sheets were not clean and the facilities on site where not great.

2024-11-28 via Nuitee