Arosfa Hotel London by Compass Hospitality

Hotels
Compass Hospitality
9 (1708 reviews)
83 Gower Street , London , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shared lounge/TV area
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room quality concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Multiple reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, including dirty walls and mold.
Service
9.75
Staff were described as friendly and helpful in multiple reviews.
Location
9.75
The location received high praise across several reviews, being noted as excellent.
Room Quality
7.75
Complaints about room size, cleanliness, and functionality were prevalent.
Amenities
8.75
Some amenities were noted but there were more complaints about their functionality.
Value for Money
8.75
Some found the breakfast pricey and bedding issues suggest a lower value perception.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Breakfast received positive remarks but was considered expensive relative to options.
Overall Experience
9.75
Despite some negativity, the overall sentiment was positive with recommendations to stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 20:36

Property Description

Historic Charm in Bloomsbury District:

Arosfa Hotel London by Compass Hospitality offers a unique stay in a 200-year-old Georgian townhouse once belonging to the renowned artist Sir John Everett Millais.

Cozy Rooms with Modern Amenities:

Each room at the hotel features small en suite facilities, free Wi-Fi, and a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels. Guests can also enjoy tea/coffee making facilities and complimentary toiletries during their stay.

Convenient Location for Sightseeing:

Situated in the heart of London, the hotel is a short walk from popular attractions like Oxford Street, The British Museum, and Regent’s Park. With nearby tube stations, exploring the city, including Oxford Street and Leicester Square, is a breeze.

Book now to experience a blend of history and comfort at Arosfa Hotel London!

Important information:

Due to the listed status and age of the property that do not permit a elevator, this hotel may not be suitable to guests with disabilities. If you have any such concerns please contact the hotel directly.

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Please note the following Group and long stay Policies:
• Guests booking 5-9 rooms and guests booking 28 nights or more will be charged a 10% deposit at the time of booking.
• Guests booking 10 rooms or more will be charged a 20% deposit at the time of booking.
This payment is nonrefundable and nontransferable.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1708 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.75
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Katja solo_traveller de
7
Pros:

Die Lage des Hotels ist super. Man kann sehr viele Ziele gut zu Fuß erreichen. Rund um das Hotel gibt es viele Restaurants, Frühstücks- und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten. Wir wurden bei unserer Ankunft freundlich empfangen.
Zuerst waren wir etwas enttäuscht, dass sich unser Zimmer im Untergeschoss befand. Bei der großen Hitze Ende Mai stellte sich dies später als großer Pluspunkt heraus. Da man die Fenster im Zimmer nicht öffen kann, besitzt dieses Zimmer eine Klimaanlage.
Das Zimmer ist sehr schön eingerichtet. Jedes Bett hat Nachttische, Nachttischlampen und USB-Steckdosen.
Auf Wunsch wird das Zimmer gereinigt.

Cons:

Das Badezimmer ist gut ausgestattet. Störend empfanden wir; dass die Farbe von der Decke blättert, die Abluft wenig Wirkung zeigt und die Fugen teilweise nicht gefüllt waren. Es sollte dringend in Stand gesetzt werden. Dann wäre es sehr schön.
Im Zimmer befindet sich ein Sessel. Wenn man das Kissen entfernt, sieht man, dass er sehr fleckig ist.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Thomas solo_traveller fr
8
propre, calme, pratique , central, ... excellent rapport qualité prix
Pros:

propre, calme, pratique , central, ... excellent rapport qualité prix

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth solo_traveller gb
8
Comfortable with kind helpful staff who were excellent with directions .,,
Pros:

Breakfast was much more than adequate .

Location was perfect for what I neede

Cons:

Can’t think of anything

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Roman solo_traveller nl
4
Pros:

The location is good.

Cons:

The room we got was up under the roof and the heat waves were just right there when we visited. The cleaning was extremely poor. Seems like they never dusted the room at all. We had to use hygiene wipes to clean and disinfecte some shelves and table where we put our things to keep them clean. They wipes were black from dirt, fat, and dust!!! So the whole time we were in the room, we had to breathe that dust in 😮‍💨😷😮‍💨
The doors in the shower cabin were hanging on one upper rail, the down one was misplaced. So the doors were partially hanging in the air. It wasn't very comfortable taking a shower with a feeling that the door could fall on you any minute now.

One of the things we didn't like they they put the service tray on the floor. Right there where folks go and help yourself with a drink. Some people even hit the trays with their shoes. (You'll see that in the last photo) And after that they pick a tray and bring you your breakfast on it. After seeing that, we stopped asking for a cooked breakfast. Had some toast with jam and coffee with apple juice.

It wasn't a nice experience to be honest. Having your breakfast with some people's shoes dust or dirt. 🤮🤮🤮

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Paula solo_traveller es
8
Pros:

Excelente ubicación, cama amplia y cómoda. Una gozada las vistas al jardín desde la habitación y el silencio de no dar directamente a la calle.

Cons:

El baño un poco justo en general, la ducha se supone que era de hidromasaje, pero no se podían poner los chorros al mismo tiempo porque disminuia la presión de la ducha. Además el mango estaba roto cuando llegamos, aunque lo arreglaron en cuanto lo notificamos.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Drew solo_traveller us
10
Lovely staff and safe place to stay.
Pros:

Quiet and walking distance to bigger spots. Victorian style. For the price, it does what you need. A place to rest and recover for the day ahead.

Cons:

Although the building is dated, which is fine and part of the appeal, it could upgrade a bit on the inside for quality of life.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Simpson-Little family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

Very nice clean rooms with good beds. Friendly staff.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Nikol couple de
8
Traditional centrally located hotel close to Russell Square and the British Museum
Pros:

Centrally located small hotel close to Russell Square and the British Museum; right next to UCL. If you get lucky and get a room to the back/garden, the is the perfect place to stay! :-)

Cons:

The rooms and bathrooms are very small (but of course: it's central London). We had asked to get a second sheet and a second blanket, as we are not used to sleeping under one. When we arrived there was only one sheet and blanket; and when I asked the lady at the reception again whether we could kindly get a second sheet and a second blanket, she was rather unfriendly. We ended up sleeping under one sheet/blanket. It was only one lady, however; the other employees we met were very friendly.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Niamh solo_traveller ie
7
As advertised
Cons:

Breakfast was fine - could be better

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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sylvie couple fr
7
Pros:

petit déjeuner très complet. Emplacement très pratique car proche de la gare Saint Pancras

Cons:

chambre petite, plutôt sombre car au rez de chaussée. le "jardin" est très petit, mal entretenu et son accès n'est pas aisé

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Susan solo_traveller us
7
Meh
Pros:

I like the location and I've stayed in those hotels for years.

Cons:

It was ungodly hot, even with a ceiling fan. A regular desktop fan would have helped. And there was an awful rhythmic electronic buzzing all night so loud I had to use earplugs. Also the light switches give off so8ch light that they really need some kind of shade of cover. Finally, no one ever attempted to refresh my room. Not once. So I had one used teacup, an overflowing trash bin, etc. This was a 3 night stay and on the first day I left late, but on the 2nd day I left early and expected to find my room at least attended to briefly. It was not.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Camilla family_with_children it
6
Pros:

Struttura molto carina, la stanza che ci è stata data era davvero piccolissima però accogliente. Molto apprezzata la colazione, davvero buona e molto varia!

Cons:

Mancava l’aria condizionata, per quanto ci fossero stati dati due ventilatori faceva comunque troppo caldo in camera

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Hana solo_traveller gb
5
Decent enough but would not recommend or come back again
Pros:

The location

Cons:

The main room was fine, the issue was with the shower/bathroom. The shower was tiny and you could barely move in it. It was poorly ventilated so it smelled damp all the time. There was black dust and mould on the ventilation fan as well which didn’t help.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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christopher solo_traveller gb
9
Superb location in a lovely part of London
Pros:

staff friendly and helpful with a lovely garden to the rear - a real bonus in the hot weather !

Cons:

A/C beats the large fan built into the ceiling which whilst good can't compete in very hot conditions.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Julie solo_traveller gb
10
Good location friendly staff 😀
Pros:

Location friendly staff easy check in breakfast included both continental & cooked.😀

Cons:

There was a strong musty smell when entering the bedroom- however the smell dispersed as soon as the windows were open there was a fan which I used too. The bedroom was nicely decorated beds were very comfortable and tea/coffee was offered tv and ensuite bathroom all in good.working order Shower was nice and hot the complimentrary toiletries were a nice touch!!

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Maria Laura solo_traveller ar
7
Pros:

La.ubicacilion

Cons:

Las camas eran muy chicas para 4 personas.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Rebecca solo_traveller gb
6
Great location and price - room is very small but if its only for one night you'll be fine
Pros:

Hotel is in a great location. Staff were very friendly and explained how to enter / exit out of normal hours so I was assured I could get back in later in the night. Room was small but pleasant

Cons:

The bathroom was a little dated and extremely small - I think that could be clearer when advertised. The TV was also very dated so couldn't use any apps etc on there - again would be good to make that clear

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Nicolas solo_traveller fr
6
Moyen
Pros:

L'emplacement

Cons:

Le bruit et l'insalubrité de la chambre.
Lampes et luminaires qui ne marchent pas. moquette sale

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Sickojewicz solo_traveller de
7
Ist ok und liegt ideal.
Pros:

Die Lage zwischen Euston und St. Pancrass ist ideal. Zudem Univiertel mit guten Kneipen und ausreichenden Essensmöglichkeiten. Netter Frühstücksraum.

Cons:

Schlechter Kaffee aus der Maschine. Wir hatten zu Beginn ein Zimmer mit schiefstehendem Bett (Nr.15), welches wir zum Glück noch tauschen konnten. Die Zimmer sind wohl alle sehr klein. Kein Lift.

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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KATAOKA couple jp
7
ロンドンだから
Pros:

立地が良かったです。

Cons:

お部屋が狭いのと、エレベーターがない点です。

2026-05-22 via Nuitee