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Reviews of Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage 4 stars

40 College Crescent , Camden, London, NW3 5LB, United Kingdom

#333 of 1,010 hotels in London

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Review score

Based on 1642 hostel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    8.0
    I most appreciated that it was clean and quiet and felt safe especially considering the cost and that I had my daughter
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit more signage inside would have been helpful. Loud creaky / clanging doors would be an easy fix and make a big difference. Bunk bed ladder was difficult/dangerous to climb for both children and adults due to its position. Also no step free access at the front.

    Close to the tube, great characterful property with decent facilities and seems to attract a good mix of well behaved travellers :)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 18-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately the music was bothering from the bar, very loud, right under our room. The bed feels small when people are coming and going and snoring. Personally I did not like that my personal space was every day surrounded by male customers they could pay attention to that when beds are given. My bed options were not ready when I signed in so the first impression lacked charm.

    Have been here many times. The living room is exceptional. Good breakfast available and some tea. There is a lamp and privacy due curtains in your bed. The area is relatively secure and quiet

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Premier Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Bathrooms could be kept cleaner, the showers are temperamental - very lukewarm, even cold water.

    Good location, offers very decent breakfast, beds are super comfy and private even in the dorms.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice people, strong WIFI, 24/7 service, and perfect location to connecting buses and underground train.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I think in time of check in staff should show us the bed, as I came back one night after midnight and my bed was taken by somebody by mistake.

    The property was clean and tidy, easy to access by tube and the staff were friendly. I really liked the pub in there, which was great with good prices.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    8.0
    VERY Expensive Hostel- Cool Converted Mansion.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Private Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bar was boiling hot but it was too cold to sit outside and you cannot take drinks upstairs in the Lounge. It’s also a wildly expensive hostel. We booked two rooms. One had a bathroom and was £189 a night. The other was £169 a night and had no bathroom :( A four star hotel next to the airport cost less than half that. We’ll just do that next time. Good one time experience. Too expensive to return.

    Very cool converted mansion a short walk to the Swiss Cottage metro line.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    8.0
    Solid hostel, would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The pillow was flatter than a pancake

    Room was comfortable, decent bed. The location was alright, although some areas of central London could take a little longer than expected to get to. The bar was excellent.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough showers thats it . And please try to change breakfast menu in every alternate days.

    Cleanliness, good staff and excellent location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Friendly, simple and good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It was very heavily heated although it wasn't cold. The windows also had to be opened, otherwise it wouldn't have been bearable to me. The door locks are very loud.

    The breakfast was very rich and good, the beds very comfortable, the staff friendly and courteous, amazingly quiet at night.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    7.0
    cool property, i wish a few things were renovated though (better soundproofing, insulation for one)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    the walls are extremely thin, i could hear conversations from the hall and in the next room at times. also noise from outside came in very easily, so if you're a light sleeper you could have some trouble like me.

    the bed was decently comfy and everything was clean. reliable storage lockers downstairs was also a plus.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    8.0
    Will come back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Female only Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Spacious With comfort WiFi and hot water for tea! And a pub!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    8.0
    It was great value for The money with nice view and great location. Underground Station Swiss Cottage is very near by.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Private Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I am used to live in an old house, very quiete and there we could hear people from other rooms in the evening . But maybe I am only too old;-)

    Its a very stylish accomodation, with a great location very close to The Swiss Cottage underground. There were a breakfast for 6.5 pound only. U fortunatelly, we havent got time for it, but it looks very testy.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4 Bed Premier Female Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bathroom in 4-bed room for women is too small. It is better to use a shared bathroom. Coffee was the worst I have ever tried.

    Super friendly personal. Historical building with unforgettable atmosphere. Free drinking water

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    8.0
    Nice place and affordable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some facilities are not confortable or suitable or affordable enough. In particular about luggage storage. However, the drop the prices of the lockers while I was there. Instead, for a prrice of a day locker I bought a bicycle lockchain to fix my bag to the bed. I think that they should install hooks and offer such lockchain solution in order to facilitate the staying of their guests

    At the first booking, they give me a bad with a container too small for my luggage (Ryanair cabin sack) and I was not happy, I prolonged my stay one more day in order to decide to move in another place. The new bed had a large enough container and I decided to book for the whole period. Quiet place, nice neighborhood, affordable all-you-can-eat continental breakfast and a lot of cheap grocery stores around.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My bed was next to a window and my bunk curtains did not cover the side facing the window. .

    The building was wonderful, especially the lounge. The facilities were functional and everything was clean.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    7.0
    Fun hostel in good location and historical building.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Private Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Basement room

    Location and building

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    9.0
    Perfect for a stopover to base yourself from
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 12-Bed Female only Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The showers were a little basic

    Convenient location with on site parking- a rare bonus!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little far away from the London center

    Its clean

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    Great location value for money and the lounge is awesome.
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pizza at the bar.

    Genuine, spacious, well furnished and designed.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    Nice place !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was supposed to have event every night but there were never. The kitchen was so tiny, it's impossible to cook. Just one people feet in. If you want to stay there for a long time, you won't be able to cook. The sign on the female bathroom should be bigger, we had an issue with a guy there.

    The atmosphere of the hostel was nice, the room were beautiful. I loved the curtain on the bed to keep your space private. The bar and dining area was really nice.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    9.0
    Everything was beyond reproach!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Old squeaky doors.

    A beautiful hospitable place with nicest personnel. Always good music at reception and restaurant, check it out!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely stay. I’ll come back again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The walls were not thick and the noise from the next door as well as the noise from shutting doors were loud.

    Beautiful building, very convenient location. Staff were very kind.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A lady who stayed in the same room kept talking over the phone more than an hour. I couldn't sleep well.

    Friendly, clean and convenient!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    7.0
    Authentic British-style building converted to hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    As typical for London in general, prices are quite high and don't stand in a good relation to what you get for your money elsewhere...

    Very nice 19th century building, not too far outside of the city

    Stayed in January 2024

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