The Fox & Hounds

Hotels
8.6 (216 reviews)
150 Kirkdale The Fox & Hounds , Forest Hill , gb

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
Street parking
Cashless payment available

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High pricing for the area

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
Several comments highlight unclean rooms and dirty hallways.
Service
9.33
Many reviews mention friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.87
Multiple mentions of the hotel's convenient and accessible location.
Room Quality
8.82
Mostly positive feedback on the room comfort, with some minor issues noted.
Amenities
8.35
Tea and coffee provided, but some amenities like breakfast were lacking.
Value for Money
8.31
Feedback suggests that the price may feel high, especially during holiday seasons.
Food and Beverage
8.36
Limited mentions, mostly about food served at the pub being Mexican.
Overall Experience
8.93
Overall satisfaction expressed in many reviews despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 13:02

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Discover a tranquil escape at The Fox & Hounds in Forest Hill. Indulge in modern comfort with city views and well-appointed rooms featuring flat-screen TVs and cozy bedding.

Gastronomic Delights
Savor delectable meals at our garden restaurant and unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar. Our culinary offerings are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Convenient Location
With easy access to Blackheath station, O2 Academy Brixton, and Greenwich Park, our non-smoking property is the perfect base for exploring the vibrant city of London. Book now for an unforgettable stay at The Fox & Hounds.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 216 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 9.33
Location: 8.87
Room Quality: 8.82
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.31
Food and Beverage: 8.36
Overall Experience: 8.93
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Leanne Hartley solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely pub & staff
Pros:

Lady who checked me in behind the bar was lovely.
The rooms are really clean and comfortable - quite a bit of free parking across the road from 7pm until 830am so a big bonus for London!!

Cons:

No Air Con - unfortunately the two fans didn't help me at all I was still awake after 3am - it was lovely that they tried but UK summers are now getting crazy hot so I feel this is an investment that needs to made.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Anthony couple gb
8
Was wary when booking but previous reviews persuaded me to go ahead, glad I did and would so again
Pros:

Staff and Manager, very welcoming, polite and helpful. Room bigger compared to other locations and comfortable. Being a pub it was ideal for having a drink or two in the beer garden when returning late evening, at a very reasonable price too. Often not an option or at an extortionate price, when staying in some central London hotels etc.

Cons:

All as described when booking, so nothing to dislike. Only suggestion/improvement, would be if breakfast could be provided, I can appreciate why currently not an option, but thought worth mentioning.

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Jazmin couple gb
10
Lovely place to stay after a gig at Crystal Palace Park!
Pros:

Room was spacious and clean. Comfy bed. Added touch with tea & coffee bits and toiletries included. Pub downstairs had a lovely vibe and we enjoyed the garden. Owner is lovely and nothing was too much trouble. Walking distance to Crystal Palace Park so perfect night stay for gigs

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Caroline solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Friendly staff comfortable room

Cons:

Room was hot, fans supplied, limited milk for the tea in the room although plenty of coffee etc supplied.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Janson couple gb
9
Great friendly pub and very clean rooms
Pros:

Great location and friendly atmosphere, great to relax with a drink in the bar after a walk back from a Crystal Palace event.

Cons:

No air conditioning but 2 fans in the room made it comfortable

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Deborah couple gb
8
Pros:

Location for Crystal Palace Park! Comfortable and clean with friendly staff.

Cons:

Shower was a little unpredictable.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Julie couple gb
9
A lovely place in a lovely location we will return
Pros:

Very clean , large airy room , comfy bed , lovely staff, fabulous location for ever we needed

Cons:

The shower was difficult to work out and the water goes everywhere

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Emma couple gb
6
Was fine for a night stay
Pros:

Clean and modern room, wasn’t too loud being above a pub which I was worried about.

Cons:

The bathroom door didn’t fit the frame so wouldn’t shut properly.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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colin couple gb
9
Great stay
Pros:

The property was close to the venue we were going to and the room was what we expected. Thanks to Mike for looking after us.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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matthew couple gb
8
Pros:

Great staff,good proximity to Crystal Palace park

Cons:

Room very hot,,,no air

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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karen solo_traveller gb
4
Pros:

No air con or on site parking

Cons:

No air con

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Katrina couple gb
7
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Joanna solo_traveller gb
7
Spacious ensuite room in large SE london pub
Pros:

Spacious ensuite room with comfortable bed. Helpful & friendly staff. Bus stop outside.

Cons:

There is no parking at the location, but free parking is available further down the road. We stayed during the heatwave & the room only had a fan, so it was very hot.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Catrina solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Friendly staff, went out of their way to accommodate us. Spacious clean and modern room, comfy bed and within a 15 min walk to Crystal Palace Park

Cons:

No Air Conditioning- we stayed during a heatwave, I honestly don't expect rooms to have air con although it would have been nice

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Hayley solo_traveller gb
10
A fantastic stay with a beautiful room, amazing staff and a brilliant atmosphere. We would definitely recommend and we’l
Pros:

The property was amazing. Our room was big, bright, beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. It was comfortable, welcoming and had everything we needed for a lovely stay. The biggest highlight was the staff, who genuinely made our stay. Everyone was incredibly friendly, attentive and welcoming, and nothing was ever too much trouble. The bar staff were especially fantastic, creating such a lovely atmosphere and making us feel really looked after throughout our visit. We also loved the atmosphere in the bar, and the DJ was brilliant, playing great music and adding to such a fun evening.

Cons:

We honestly couldn’t fault anything. The whole experience was wonderful and the team couldn’t have done more for us.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Stevie couple gb
8
A good stay, just a little suggestion for fridges in the room
Pros:

Location, cleanliness, staff demeanour

Cons:

Nothing I didn’t like

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Hilary solo_traveller fr
7
Nice room in a pub!
Pros:

The room was a good size, nice furniture, comfortable bedding. Lovely large bathroom. Very friendly staff. The pub closed at 11pm and it was quiet.

Cons:

It was exceptional circumstances this week, but it's not well equipped for hot weather. The room was very hot and it wasn't possible to open the windows to get fresh air. There was a fan but unfortunately it wasn't much help.
However, overall I'd recommend Fox & Hounds and would be happy to return during cooler weather.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
9
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Burtoft couple gb
7
Clean and tidy. Good value. You pay for what you get.
Pros:

The room is above a sports pub - but it was very quiet. It was clean and represents good value. The inn keeper who booked is in was very helpful. We parked right outside for free. There is a credit card style door key and a totally independent entrance door so you don't need to enter through the pub.

Cons:

The Bathroom door doesn't close shut (it is too small for the frame - so the latch doesn't touch -needs adjusting.)
The room was very hot as it is south facing. There was a fan, but no a/c. Which is normal I guess.
The first floor (we walked past) was even warmer! (it was during a hot spell). We were top floor.
the door key is part of a lanyard... my key fell out of its housing whilst out London - but luckily someone spotted it. Don't wear the lanyard!

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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deborah solo_traveller gb
6
Friendly, welcoming staff but noisy in the front facing rooms
Pros:

The staff were super friendly and welcoming. The room was very clean and well presented with quality furniture and furnishings.

Cons:

It was very noisy in the room. The noise from the road was loud all night and I found it difficult to sleep.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee