Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
40 College Crescent · London
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage is in London · 4-star · rated 8.2 by 6,812 guests.
Victorian Charm and Modern Comforts Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage offers award-winning budget accommodation in a stunning Victorian Grade II listed building. The dormitory and guest rooms are tastefully furnished, providing a comfortable stay for all guests. Social Spaces and Entertainment Guests can unwind in the common room, enjoy nightly drinks at the Chapel bar, or relax in the conservatory with a flat-screen TV. The hotel also offers laundry facilities, a 24-hour reception, and free Wi-Fi access in public areas. Convenient Location Located just 0.3 miles from Swiss Cottage Tube Station, guests have easy access to the West End and Westminster's historic attractions. Don't miss the opportunity to explore Camden's lively market, only a 1.5-mile walk from the Lodge. Book your stay at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage now for a delightful blend of Victorian elegance and modern conveniences.
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Facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Safety deposit box
- Bar
- Fax/photocopying
- Games room
- Table tennis
- Darts
- Karaoke
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private parking
- Sun terrace
- Designated smoking area
- Accessible parking
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Board games/puzzles
- Shared kitchen
- Snack bar
- Lockers
- Evening entertainment
- Outdoor furniture
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Walking tours
- Key card access
- Pub crawls
- Happy hour
AI summary of the guest reviews below
The short version
Guests consistently praise the helpful staff, clean facilities, comfortable beds with privacy curtains, good breakfast, and convenient location near public transport.
Recurring complaints mention cramped or insufficient facilities—especially a very small kitchen—plus occasional noise, hot rooms, and some maintenance or cleanliness issues in shared areas.
Written from 26 of the guest reviews below. Read them yourself — they are shown as written.
What guests said
Great overall, just unsure about the ‘Premier’ option!
7.0Had a comfortable stay, although not sure about the premier room. Was great for a single night overall, bed felt good especially being away from home. Space to securely store items, including additional lockers on the ground floor. Sharing with 3 other females in one room worked well, as I’m used to this staying at var…
While the premier room option was chosen, this didn’t feel anywhere near ‘premier’ upon arrival. For a haring with 3 other females, the room was quite small, and the secure storage couldn’t fit in a small cabin bag (which has not been an issue in any previous hostel). This meant luggage stayed at the side of the bed as…
solo_traveller · September 2026
- 8.0
Location staff
solo_traveller · September 2026
Excellent! ❤️❤️❤️
10.0Everything!
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solo_traveller · September 2026
I absolutely loved it! ❤️❤️❤️
10.0Everything!
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solo_traveller · September 2026
- 9.0
Value for money. Clean, warm and quiet.
Nothing
solo_traveller · September 2026
Passable, but don’t recommend but for short stays
3.0Interior decoration the lady in charge of breakfast is very nice and helpful
Facilities are not sufficient for the number of people accommodated in the hostel. There was an unruly school group that repeatedly invaded a bathroom outside their sector, making a lot of noise and mess. Toilet bins overflowing with menstruation pads and other garbage. No dry place to put your stuff on in the shower…
solo_traveller · September 2026
- 1.0
Location and communication meets expectation.
Property was completely mashed and night staff was not professional.
solo_traveller · September 2026
- 3.0
I like the breakfast the bar The net
The sheets on the bed and the cover
solo_traveller · September 2026
Guest reviews collected by LiteAPI, a service of Nuitée, and shown as written.
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