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

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Economy Twin Room

  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Economy Double Room

  • 54 sq ft
  • 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 The Pottery Project. Chiltern Hills and Frithsden Vineyard are also within 3 miles (5 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 - 6.9 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

  • ‪Akash Berkhamsted - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Crown - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Crystal Palace - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Goat - ‬10 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.

Languages

English, Polish

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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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Penny Farthing?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Penny Farthing on Jun 8, 2025 start from $87.59, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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.

The Penny Farthing Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 198 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff. Bathroom looking a little tired.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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

Helpful and Friendly Staff

This hotel was in the perfect location while visiting my family in Berkhamsted. Right off the high street, large room, lots of storage space, water, tea and coffee, early check in, luggage storage. The staff were all very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ai Ling, Winchester

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent. I have stayed on multiple occasions at the hotel as it suits my needs when visiting friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

subin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Layo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Last minute booking, room was fine for a one night stay but even though it was cold outside the room was like an oven and due to its location on the walkway opening a window wasn't really an option, there was aircon but it's noisy and dries me out, other than that a very good room for a very reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Anne

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Ray

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Not good

This might have been a great stay once. Had to change rooms as the shower did not work. New shower was no better. First night, fire alarm started. Stopped, started again. It turns out the front desk person just tried to shut it off the first two times it rang. That’s concerning. Glad there wasn’t a real emergency. The same front desk person would not allow a complete sentence spoken to her. Instead, she’d talk over you loudly and just insist on not letting a guest finish a sentence. Dirty broken parts of rooms, unvacuumed floors, etc. The room keys had to be reprogrammed after every use. Avoid this place
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central friendly helpful reception
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Right on the high street.

Could do with a refresh, right on high street, comfortable if a bit scruffy. Shower and bathroom fine. Personnel very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Mauveen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Court yard rooms need updating
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

S

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

No problems.

OK hotel. Nothing special but did the job.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rob

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel has a relaxed comfortable atmosphere and is positioned well, being within walking distance from the rail station. The bedroom was fine, although the carpet was looking a little tired and stained. The bathroom was well designed and well featured, but sadly the maintenance was poor - the extractor fan was visually heavily clogged with fluff, and did not work at all. The bath plug, once under water, will not eject with the rotary knob, and renders it impossible to drain the bath. It appears the entire plug-ejection mechanism is missing! All that said, it was a comfortable, quiet night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Suze

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was a bit shabby - a wall light was hanging out of the wall, the light over the bathroom mirror wasn’t working. Scuffs and scrapes to paintwork and walls. Seal on the shower door was very scruffy. Overall a bit dingy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location. Room in need of some TLC. Bathroom door needs a coat of paint and there was a tatty piece of skirting board under the shower. Very dim lighting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I thought the room could do with updating as the walls were dirty and in general looked tired. The price didnt reflect the room. The staff however were exceptionally friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Good for what we needed

Suitable for one night stay. Starting to look a bit dated but clean. Would have preferred a double room rather than a twin. Don’t know if there was one available when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Fiona, Twickenham

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very nice and checkin was fine. Unfortunately, I didn’t notice until I’d already unpacked that there was an extreme amount of mould and mildew in the shower with one fixture even coming away from the wall and the shower door seal cracked. Also, the WiFi was not consistent: sometimes it worked well other times not so well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ai Ling, Winchester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good stay - but time for some work on the rooms.

Very welcoming staff, efficient check in pre arrival, good value. Excellent shower. A very convenient hotel. Room could do with redecorating and bathroom tiling needs regrouting. Mattress due for replacement.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024