The Melita

4.0 star property
4-star Georgian guest house near Buckingham Palace

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A modern living room with a grey sofa, a red cushion, a coffee table with magazines, a TV on the wall, and a bookshelf with various items.
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A hotel room with two beds, a telephone, and a chair.
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Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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35 Charlwood Street, Victoria, London, England, SW1V 2DU
  • Place, River Thames
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Station Travel Information Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Buckingham Palace
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Classic Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Single Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Triple Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Quadruple Room

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

Heart of London.Your stay at this London City Centre guesthouse places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. Big Ben and Hyde Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • River Thames - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Victoria Station Travel Information Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Apollo Victoria Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Westminster Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Pimlico Underground Station - 7 min walk
  • London (ZEP-Victoria Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Circle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cask Pub & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Third - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Queens Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Delizie D'italia - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Melita

4-star Georgian guest house near Buckingham Palace
The Melita offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Melita also features concierge services, a fireplace in the lobby, and express check-out. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of The Melita was completed in February 2022.

This 4-star London guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1830
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
The Melita offers 21 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This London guesthouse provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and portable fans. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 30 per day)
  • Self parking on site (GBP 30 per day)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 30 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 30 per day (1148 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Melita Hotel
Melita House
Melita House Hotel
Melita House Hotel London
Melita House London
Melita Hotel London
Melita House Hotel London, England
Melita London
The Melita London, England
Melita Guesthouse London
The Melita London
The Melita Guesthouse
The Melita Guesthouse London

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Melita to the airport?

The Melita is 11.7 mi (49-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Melita have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Melita.

Does The Melita offer free breakfast?

The Melita does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Melita?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Melita?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Melita?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse. Self parking is available for GBP 30 per day.

Does The Melita have a pool?

The Melita does not have a pool.

Does The Melita have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Melita to downtown London?

The Melita is 1.3 mi away from London.

The Melita Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 486 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 486 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 486 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 486 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 486 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and excellent -- great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean room.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location - plenty of great cafes and pubs nearby and handy for our theatre
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Birgitte

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Family of four spent 4 nights here; clean and comfortable room on top floor, good beds and for us a perfect location. Lovely and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EDWIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Housekeeping and reception staff were very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Location was prime! The staff was friendly and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean hotel, staff helpful. Close to Victoria station
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel with professional and kind staff. They always greet you with a smile and encourage questions about the area and nearby attractions. Complimentary pastries and coffee (machine for lattes, etc) available in the morning along with pleasant conversation. Rooms are small but this is typical for London accommodations. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

d

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, helping us with finding the best ways to get around. Our room was clean and the location was perfect having two underground’s to chose from to get around. And good affordable restaurants around as well. We definitely enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent convenient hotel

The Melina was terror. Very welcoming and helpful with a comfy bed, hot shower with heated towel rack, and a specially brewed cup of coffee in the morning. They went beyond the call to make the service perfect. And the perfect place to stay for sights and choirs.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Very convenient to the Victoria and Pimlico stations and the 24 bus stop (direct line to Westminster and Trafalgar Square) next to the hotel. The staff is very friendly and the hotel is clean. The Wi-Fi could be better, however.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kassadee

Really nice staff, room, and area. We loved the free coffee and pastries in the morning. The staff is outstanding, very pleasant and helpful. The entire hotel gives you the “home away from home” feeling. It’s a short work to all the major sightseeing attractions and to restaurants and pubs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Bjarne

Liked: Staff & service
Simple and small room. Old furniture but clean and functional. Nice area and close to attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A warm & friendly home away from home

I had a lovely stay at the Melita hotel. Anna & Cash who both worked in the reception was more than friendly, they were lovely. The atmosphere is warm and familiar the staff is more than helpful. Although the hotel doesn’t serve breakfast they offer free coffee and pastries in the morning to take into your room if wanted. The also offered a discount at a restaurant nearby for breakfast out. This hotel is my only choice next time in London
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Melita was wonderful. Such a beautiful, quiet location. The room was clean and well attended. The morning pastries were lovely. The staff was friendly. Couldn’t have asked for much more. Can’t recommend staying here enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Cheerful staff. Comfy bed. Free pastries for breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Viswas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room. Bonus light breakfast included. Check out is slightly earlier than standard.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A real gem in Pimlico

The best place I have stayed in Pimlico so far. The staff could not have been more helpful, no sneaky extra charges and a great comfortable room. I will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Driss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Visit London

Excellent stay. The hotel is very good located. Very close to a bus station that gets you in less than 10 min to the heart of London. Lot of very good restaurant and commodity shops in the hotel area. The personal is very helpful and very nice. Many thanks to the whole team.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Hot

Room a little small and hot. Good value for money in excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and they let us store our luggage while our room was being prepared and we found a place to eat breakfast (we got to the hotel around 10am). It's in a nice part of London, had several restaurants within walking distance and was an easy walk to public transportation. I think the room was a little expensive, but no more than other places we stayed in other countries we visited.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly reception and helpful orientation to area offered. Stairs would be deterrent for big suitcases…. Great area near Victoria tube and Coach terminal…
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a go-to hotel of ours in London. Good location for us. However, like many of the converted hotels, the rooms are small, there are no lifts, and AC is lacking. Our room got a bit too warm, even in early June.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023