The Ship Rooms

Hotels
8.2 (1394 reviews)
171 Kennington Road , London , GB

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Accessible parking
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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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1394 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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Stefano • extended_group • it
7
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Rosiewillow • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good for one night stay
Pros:

Handy for where we needed to be, at a reasonable price.

Cons:

Lots of steep stairs to get to room.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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adrian • couple • it
7
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • ae
1
Disappointing stay – photos do not reflect reality
Pros:

Nothing, be careful before booking this hotel.

Cons:

Be careful when booking this hotel. The pictures do not reflect the reality. There was no office desk in the room, and no elevator to access the rooms, which is a real issue if you have luggage.

I checked out early because the room was not as expected, but the hotel refused to cancel the remaining nights or offer any refund.

I would recommend checking all the details directly with the hotel before booking, as what you see in the listing may not be what you actually get.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Mackenzie • couple • au
10
a comfortable and cute room in a lovely pub
Pros:

The bed was extremely comfortable and the room was clean and large. The place is very well looked after and the staff was lovely. Very cute blue bathroom.

Cons:

I thought it would be too loud being at a pub but the windows were super thick and we didn’t hear anything at all (so this dislike is actually a like?)

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Benedetta • solo_traveller • it
6
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely room in a great location
Pros:

Lovely room in a great location... really nice breakfast joints, pubs etc nearby... you can easily walk into central London from here plus Vauxhall and Waterloo are super close... staff really friendly. Would highly recommend! Cheers

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Location and friendly staff

Cons:

Bed too small for 2 people and shower had very little pressure

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • gb
9
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Myriam • solo_traveller • ca
7
Pros:

Bien situé

Cons:

Tapis dans la chambre.
Bruit terrasse
Manque de climatisation

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Manon • couple • fr
9
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Jade • couple • gb
8
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Noor • couple • nl
9
Pros:

Fijne rustige buurt met prima ov verbinding. Gezellig ingerichte en comfortabele kamer. Vriendelijk personeel.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Iromiti • couple • gb
9
lovely stay in London
Pros:

polite and friendly staff
perfect location
room nice and clean, and lovely view of the city

Cons:

nad

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • es
7
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Domenico Luca • solo_traveller • it
10
Ottima posizione e alloggio pulito
Pros:

Alloggio comodo e spazioso. La posizione ottima, perché vicina alle fermate.

Cons:

Non ci sono stati problemi

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Seiler • couple • ch
8
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Poppy • extended_group • gb
6
Lovely staff, lovely decor, not ideal for summer stay
Pros:

Great location can walk to south bank, Waterloo and the imperial war museum is just around the corner! super friendly staff, love the decor and good vibes to hang out in the pub below - being on the top floor even with the window open we had no noise issues even though the World Cup was on. The staff are always exceptionally nice and welcoming. Food in the pub is nice. Pillows are SUPER COMFY! Way Above average tea and coffee amenities.

Cons:

I could not visit again in summer, the heat was unbearable in the upper floor, slept on the floor for the whole stay because the bed was so warm. Had fans in the room but blowing hot air. The plumbing needs maintenance (this is our 2nd stay here) the first stay had water pressure issues so you couldn’t shower if someone else was showering in another room. this stay there was no cold water, if set to cold the shower would just stop, which when the room is above 30 degrees day and night was not ideal (obviously we can’t control the weather and perm air con is expensive but even small portable air con units are definitely needed in the upper rooms) as the windows don’t open more than a third for safety. Also a few general maintenance issues (broken chair / fan needing maintenance as not performing as needs cleaning)

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • de
7
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Darren • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee