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The Penny Farthing

3.0 star property
Enjoy a 3-star hotel in Berkhamsted

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Economy Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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296-298 High Street, Berkhamsted, England, HP4 1AH
  • Place, Rex Cinema
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, The Snow Centre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Ashridge Estate
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Berkhamsted

In Berkhamsted .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Rex Cinema and Berkhamsted Castle. The Pottery Project and Chiltern Hills are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Rex Cinema - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Snow Centre - 10 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Ashridge Estate - 13 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - 14 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • ZSL Whipsnade Zoo - 21 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Berkhamsted Station - 8 min walk
  • Chesham Underground Station - 9 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crown - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mad Squirrel Tap Berkhamsted - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fred and Ginger Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Olive Tree - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Highwayman - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Penny Farthing

Enjoy a 3-star hotel in Berkhamsted
WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 3-star Berkhamsted hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1989
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
The Penny Farthing offers 19 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (GBP 4 per night)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 4 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 12:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: GBP 4 per night (rates may vary)
  • Self parking fee: GBP 4 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard, Barclaycard, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at The Penny Farthing.

Property is also known as

Pennyfarthing Berkhamsted
Pennyfarthing Hotel Berkhamsted
Pennyfarthing Hotel
The Pennyfarthing Hotel
The Penny Farthing Hotel
The Penny Farthing Berkhamsted
The Penny Farthing Hotel Berkhamsted

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Penny Farthing to the airport?

The Penny Farthing is 23.1 mi (41-min drive) away from the Luton Airport (LTN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Penny Farthing have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Penny Farthing.

Does The Penny Farthing offer free breakfast?

The Penny Farthing does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Penny Farthing?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino Luton (22-min drive) and Grosvenor Casinos (23-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Penny Farthing?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Early check-in costs GBP 20.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Penny Farthing?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 4 per night.

Does The Penny Farthing have a pool?

The Penny Farthing does not have a pool.

Does The Penny Farthing have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Penny Farthing to downtown Berkhamsted?

The Penny Farthing is 0.2 mi away from Berkhamsted.