The Ship Rooms

Hotels
8.2 (1371 reviews)
171 Kennington Road , London , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Key access
CCTV outside property
Television in common areas
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Maintenance problems
Value for money concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
6.86
Multiple complaints about cleanliness and unclean facilities, including flies in the shower and smelly towels.
Service
9.03
Staff were very friendly and welcoming, providing a positive experience overall.
Location
9.37
Great location, within walking distance to several tube stations and attractions.
Room Quality
7.32
Inconsistent room quality based on various reviews, with some maintenance issues reported.
Amenities
7.85
Amenities reported as lacking, with issues like blocked drains and missing shower gel.
Value for Money
8.31
Some reviews suggest the price might be a bit steep for the quality provided.
Food and Beverage
8.36
No breakfast provided, but several options nearby.
Overall Experience
8.53
Overall enjoyable experience despite some maintenance and cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 12:12

Property Description

Central Location

Located just 1.6 km from Big Ben, The Ship Rooms offers a convenient stay near iconic landmarks like the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. With easy access to public transport and the city center, exploring London is a breeze for our guests.

Comfortable Accommodation

Our rooms are equipped with all the essentials for a comfortable stay, including a desk, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom. Relax in style with our cozy bed linens and fluffy towels, ensuring a restful night after a day of sightseeing.

Convenient Amenities

Enjoy hassle-free check-in and check-out with our express service and stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the property. Whether you're here for business or leisure, The Ship Rooms has everything you need for a memorable stay in London.

Book your stay at The Ship Rooms now and experience the perfect blend of convenience and comfort during your London getaway.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for £20 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

8.2
Based on 1371 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.86
Service: 9.03
Location: 9.37
Room Quality: 7.32
Amenities: 7.85
Value for Money: 8.31
Food and Beverage: 8.36
Overall Experience: 8.53
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Marie-Claude • couple • ca
8
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Marie-Claude • couple • ca
8
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Paula • family_with_children • fi
8
Pros:

Henkilökunta oli todella ystävällistä ja alakerran pub/pizzeria terasseineen kiva ja lapsiystävällinen. Huone oli viihtyisästi sisustettu ja iso. Sijainti oli hyvä, bussit menivät suoraan ohi. Alue oli rauhallinen ja turvallisen tuntuinen asuinalue.

Cons:

Huoneen siisteys ei ollut paras mahdollinen: wc-pöntön kansi oli löysällä ja siivouksessa olisi parantamisen varaa. Alakerran pubista kuului musiikkia ja ilonpitoa sulkemisaikaan asti.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • gb
8
Convenient location, Nice staff and Comfy bed
Pros:

The hotel is in a convenient location and although there is a pub under it, the room was quiet. The staff was very nice and the food good. The bed was very comfy

Cons:

The room is dated but to be fair all I needed is a bed to sleep and a private bathroom so it was ok for the price

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Jon • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Massive room.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Mike • solo_traveller • gb
7
Decent room at a good price!
Pros:

I was pleasantly surprised with the quality of the Ship Rooms. Nice comfy bed, good pillows and a decent decor.

Cons:

The hot water for the shower was a bit "odd" - came out in a trickle and then normal, but kept fluctuating between the two!

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Charli • couple • au
8
Pros:

Great quiet location still in walking distance to all of the best attractions. Easy access to public transport. Lovely staff and very helpful.

Cons:

We had a few issues with water pressure and a burst pipe so were without water for a bit but other this was great!

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Amy • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Gwenllian • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Lemay • couple • ca
9
Good quality price. Perfect location.
Pros:

The staff was super great!

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Lauryn • couple • gb
9
Nice rooms with friendly staff
Pros:

Close to Lambeth North station, comfortable bed, friendly staff

Cons:

Water pressure not great, tap kept going on and off and toilet didn’t always flush properly

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Signe • solo_traveller • dk
9
God Atmosfære
Pros:

Behagelig stemning, god placering og valuta for pengene

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Gethin Rowlands • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Conor • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Jeanne • couple • us
8
Perfect for my first visit to London.
Pros:

Clean, comfortable, centrally located .
Great bed linens

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • sk
8
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Dafi • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Maria Eduarda • couple • br
10
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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joel • couple • gb
9
Welcoming, comfortable, clean in a great location at a very affordable price
Pros:

Great location , friendly staff, comfortable rooms great night’s sleep. Good food and welcoming friendly pub with no noise or issues to guests

Cons:

It’s easy to say, there was nothing at all I did not like

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Svenja • couple • de
9
Toller Aufenthalt!
Pros:

Top Lage, direkt an einer Bushaltestelle & ganz liebes Personal!

Cons:

Ausstattung ist schon ein bisschen in die Jahre gekommen.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee