The Penny Farthing Hotel

Hotels
7.4 (1033 reviews)
296 - 298 High Street , Berkhamsted , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Pet bowls
Pet basket
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Friendly Staff
Good Location
Value for Money
Cons:
Room Conditions
Poor Heating
Invasion of Privacy

Categories

Cleanliness
7.15
Overall cleanliness was noted positively, though some reviews indicated the bathrooms could use more attention.
Service
8.15
Staff were frequently described as friendly and helpful, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
8.15
Multiple reviews praised the hotel's location as ideal for accessing Berkhamsted.
Room Quality
6.65
Room quality received mixed sentiments; some felt rooms were dated with issues like noise and temperature control.
Amenities
7.65
Amenities such as tea/coffee facilities were appreciated, although there were some complaints on heating.
Value for Money
7.65
Guests felt the hotel provided good value for the price, despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
6.65
Specific food options not reviewed; general amenities rating applied.
Overall Experience
7.15
While some aspects could improve, many guests recommended staying because of the location and value.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:40

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort: The Pennyfarthing, nestled in the heart of Berkhamsted, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comfort.

Elegant En Suite Rooms: Each of the 19 en suite rooms in this Grade 2 listed building is thoughtfully designed, featuring air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities for a comfortable stay.

Convenient Location: Just a short 6-minute walk from Berkhamsted Railway Station and a 30-minute drive from Luton Airport, our hotel provides a convenient base for both leisure and business travelers.

Ready to experience the perfect fusion of history and luxury? Book your stay at The Pennyfarthing now!

Important information:

There is a public car park directly behind the hotel. To reach the Penny Farthing car park, enter HP4 1HA into a sat-nav.Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LTN

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 4 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 1033 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.15
Service: 8.15
Location: 8.15
Room Quality: 6.65
Amenities: 7.65
Value for Money: 7.65
Food and Beverage: 6.65
Overall Experience: 7.15
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Manji • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • extended_group • gb
8
An enjoyable short break.
Pros:

The room was comfortable. The hotel was conveniently located for what we wanted to do.

Cons:

My wife thought the bed was uncomfortable - I didn't! She also found the heated towel rail in the bathroom made the room too hot. I was pleased the bathroom was nice and warm.

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • couple • gb
8
Lovely stay at a great location
Pros:

Great location!

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Izabela • couple • us
9
Pros:

Clean room, great location, friendly, professional staff.

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Staff were amazing

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Jacek • couple • gb
10
Niedoceniana perfekcja
Pros:

Wszystko ok.

Cons:

Brak danych do komentarza

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Marcus • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

It was in a good location for what we had planned

Cons:

The hotel was extremely difficult to find, the address says it's on the High St when it is actually behind the High St. Pm

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Grant • solo_traveller • gb
4
One night only never again , Travelodge would have been better !
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Very tired inside needs decorating and new furniture.

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Janet • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Good location. Close to high street

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Denise • couple • gb
7
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Alexis • solo_traveller • gb
8
Relaxing and very comfortable. Certainly recommend.
Pros:

Location, comfortable bed, friendly staff.

Cons:

Noise coming from bathroom

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Darren • solo_traveller • gb
5
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
7
Very convenient for us to visit a friends party in town.
Pros:

Great location for town centre. Parking was easy. Staff were friendly.

Cons:

No body wash in shower and no spare toilet roll. Aircon not working and had sign. Window has stay meaning it can only open a small amount. Cupboard smelt of damp. More lighting is needed, as too dark. Mattress was fine but saggy. Room was modern but needed refresh as lots of paint marks so a bit tatty. Fix the odd bulb that is out.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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amanda • couple • gb
5
Basic room. Clean but in need of some repairs
Pros:

Location was excellent. Right on the high street with parking.

Cons:

The room was very 'tired' and shabby in the bathroom, particularly. Skirting boards need replacing and shower screen and tiles were clean but in need of replacing. The carpet in the room was particularly dirty to look at and sticky underfoot.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Denise • couple • gb
9
Cheap, clean and cheerful.
Pros:

Nice and close to shops, restaurants and bars.
Great value for money.
Free parking.
Room was comfortable and clean.
Staff were happy and helpful.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Denise • couple • gb
8
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Lydia • couple • gb
5
Pros:

Great location and parking. Rooms a good size.

Cons:

Our room key appeared to be able to open multiple rooms which is questionable. We had to move rooms twice in one night, the first time due to getting told the wrong room number (which somehow the key still opened), the second time due to really loud neighbours. It sounded like teenagers having a party in the room next to us at midnight on a Thursday. It’s a shame as the location is great but we did not have a good stay

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee