Montcalm Brewery Townhouse

Hotels
London Premier
8.2 (4417 reviews)
42-46 Chiswell Street , London , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable stay
Cons:
Heating issues
Noise disturbances

Categories

Cleanliness
7.63
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, particularly regarding access and external areas.
Service
9.1
Staff were described as polite, helpful, and attentive throughout multiple reviews.
Location
8.64
Hotel's location was frequently praised for its convenience to sites and transport.
Room Quality
7.59
Rooms were comfortable but some guests noted issues with heating and dated furnishings.
Amenities
8.12
Some amenities were appreciated, but reviewed as needing an update, particularly the gym.
Value for Money
8.08
Overall value was somewhat questioned due to notable comfort issues for a 5-star hotel.
Food and Beverage
8.13
Breakfast was pleasant but could benefit from more variety according to guest feedback.
Overall Experience
8.3
While there were several issues, positive experiences with staff and services balanced the negative.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 10:23

Property Description

Luxurious Boutique Rooms
Indulge in boutique rooms at our 5-star hotel next to the Barbican, featuring free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and lavish amenities such as flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and rain showers.

Gourmet Dining Experience
Savor modern British cuisine and delightful afternoon teas at our gourmet restaurant. Watch skilled chefs in action at the bar's kitchen, offering a grill menu, hearty breakfasts, and convenient 24-hour room service.

Central Location
Located in the heart of The City, our hotel is just a mile from St Paul’s Cathedral and a short walk from Barbican Underground Station. Explore London with ease from our prime location.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at London City Suites, where luxury and convenience meet seamlessly.

Important information:

Please note that a GBP 50 deposit per night will be required upon check-in. This is to cover extras such as the minibar and will be returned upon check-out, providing no extras have been used.

The credit card used to make the booking must be presented upon check-in. If the booking is made by a third party, please contact the property directly to make alternative arrangements.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • 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 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 4417 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.63
Service: 9.1
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 7.59
Amenities: 8.12
Value for Money: 8.08
Food and Beverage: 8.13
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Chloe couple gb
10
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Clara family_with_children at
9
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Marion solo_traveller de
10
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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claire solo_traveller ie
3
Poor
Pros:

It was convenient for an event I was attending

Cons:

Tried to arrange room service, not a single phone in the room worked.
The décor is dated. The glass wall into the bathroom certainly isn't for everyone!
Bed was quite uncomfortable - felt like a very old mattress with little support left in it.
Certain things in the room were, in my opinion, quite grubby - seals around the bath, there was dust all over the volume dial in the bathroom, there was a stain on the carpet. Just things you really don't expect in what is meant to be a 5* hotel.
Shower pressure is very poor. Also, There were no bathrobes in my room, although it is outlined in the description that all rooms have robes.
Staff seem poorly trained.
As the cherry on top, I have been unable to get my Pre-Auth £50 back as of yet, so I've also been overcharged for a severely substandard experience.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Rosemary solo_traveller au
9
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Fernando solo_traveller br
8
Pros:

Boa cama e limpeza

Cons:

Alguma distância do metrô e ônibus , e claro dos pontos turísticos.
Tv sem opções de esporte
Chuveiro necessita de muita atenção e tempo para esquentar

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Wojciech couple pl
9
Verypositive
Pros:

Localisation

Cons:

Cold water under shower

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Angela couple nl
6
Het hotel straalt luxe uit, maar is het niet.
Pros:

Het vriendelijke personeel en het lekkere ontbijt

Cons:

De eerste dag hadden we geen warm water voor het douchen. Ze zouden dat regelen terwijl wij de stad aan het bezichtigen waren, maar ‘s avonds toen we terug kwamen was het probleem niet opgelost. We hebben toen zelf om een andere kamer gevraagd. ‘s nachts was er veel geluidsoverlast. Ze waren kennelijk aan het werk op de binnenplaats.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Jim solo_traveller gb
7
Not a 5-star hotel as purported
Pros:

Staff were very nice and helpful,. Breakfast was good with plenty choice

Cons:

First room we were given had a musty/damp smell, it also didn't have hot water for a shower or a bath. There was a window separating the bathroom and bedroom, which was o ly "blocked" by an old frayed roller blind. We were given another, which turned out to be fine.
Furniture/furnishings in need of updating.
Our first afternoon there was a fire alarm. We followed the signage to the nearest fire door, only to find it was padlocked shut. Huge health and safety issue and very alarming, (excuse the pun). We did report it, however not sure if it was acted upon.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Jacqueline couple gb
10
The whole experience was excellent
Pros:

Location

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Green couple gb
7
Great staff and food little let down by location of room and room itself
Pros:

Breakfast . Lobby. Very nice staff.

Cons:

Room was a walk to main building and furniture in room old.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Norma solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Gabriele couple de
8
Abwechslungsreiche Tage in London.
Pros:

Hilfsbereites Personal.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Brian solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Breakfast was really good and had a good selection

Cons:

Drains in bathroom sink had a bad smell and had to queue up for breakfast

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Carolee couple us
10
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Luis couple br
7
Hotel razoável
Pros:

Do café da manhã, da localização, da limpeza, do tamanho do quarto.

Cons:

Do colchão e travesseiros. Colchão exigindo troca. Tbem uma experiência ruim de quebra do ar condicionado no auge de um pico de calor muito mal conduzida pela equipe.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Joe solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Roger solo_traveller gb
9
Excellent Alternative to Major Chains
Pros:

Excellent location for the Barbican Centre. Room spacious by London standards. Very comfortable bed. Very good breakfast included in price.

Cons:

Bathroom spacious with nice shower but nowhere to put clothes, etc. More hooks/shelves required.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Charlotte couple gb
9
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Frank couple de
3
Das Hotel ist seine Sternezahl nicht annähernd wert, begründet durch simpelste Managementfehler.
Pros:

Die Lage war gut. Das Personal hat sich sehr bemüht, aus den teilweise katastrophalen Bedingungen (Frühstück besonders) noch halbwegs etwas zu machen.

Cons:

Das Frühstück war das schlimmste, was wir je erlebt haben. Eine halbe Stunde Schlange stehen, bis man einen Platz zugewiesen bekommen hat. 2 Kaffeeautomaten für 100 Leute und nur ein Durchlauftoaster. Tassen und Teller fehlten ständig. Wen man richtig essen will, reichen anderthalb Stunde nicht. Das sind grundlegende Dinge , die gar nicht funktionieren. Die Managementfehler kann auch das bemühte Personal nicht ausgleichen. Das Zimmer war extrem warm und in der Nacht nicht abzukühlen. Das Minidachfenster konnte man nur einen Spalt breit öffnen und die Klimaanlage hatte überhaupt keine Kraft. Am letzten Tag fand man es nicht mehr nötig, Wasser aufs Zimmer zu stellen.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee