Located near a train station, The Penny Farthing offers modern comfort with free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy access to a nearby health club and helpful services like laundry, luggage storage while you're on the go.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Parking available
24/7 front desk
Pet friendly
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Internet access
Main amenities (3)
Self parking
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite TV service
Coffee/tea maker
Laundry service
Bathtub or shower
The current price is CNY576
CNY576
CNY691 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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Comfort Double Room
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Economy Twin Room
7.47.4 out of 10
Good
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
5 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Economy Double Room
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
5 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Family Room
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
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Does The Penny Farthing offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Penny Farthing does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Penny Farthing?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Penny Farthing?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 4 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Penny Farthing?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. There's a charge of GBP 20.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 15.00 (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at The Penny Farthing?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Luton (22-min drive) and Grosvenor Casinos (23-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The Penny Farthing and nearby?
The Penny Farthing has access to a nearby health club.
What's the area around The Penny Farthing like?
The Penny Farthing is a short 8-minute walk from Berkhamsted Station and 9 minutes' walk from Rex Cinema.
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The Penny Farthing Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Train station
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 17, 2025
Easy check-in, clean spacious room . Great location with easy access to shops and restaurants
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 27, 2025
Staff friendly and room clean and bed extremely comfortable
JASON
JASON, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 11, 2025
Very clean in a good location would recommend
Sonia
Sonia, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 22, 2025
good place to stay
subin
subin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 5, 2025
Pleasant stay in Berkhamsted
Receptive staff. Nice location, pleasant walk around the area and a lot of eating options around.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 12, 2025
The air conditioner was broken and couldn’t sleep because of heat.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jan 23, 2025
The location is excellent. I have stayed on multiple occasions at the hotel as it suits my needs when visiting friends and family.
Ai Ling
Ai Ling, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 20, 2024
Very central friendly helpful reception
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 23, 2025
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.
Nicola
Nicola, 8-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jan 12, 2025
Friendly staff
Layo
Layo, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jan 26, 2024
Great location
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Mar 25, 2025
Staff were very nice, quick check in, the room was quite dark and the a/c unit didn’t work so did get hot without the window open, which presented a bit of a security issue as I was on the ground floor. But overall perfect for my needs, nicely decorated and clean room.
David
David, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Apr 16, 2025
Ok, room but has the appearance of have being used. Heating was done by an old electrical heater as the radiator didn't function.
Xnovo
Xnovo, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 3, 2022
Large rooms ideal location and sister hotel excellent for breakfast
Martha
Martha, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 17, 2024
Nice location in a wonderful city. I enjoyed the 1 night i stayed!!. Very friendly staff.
Funsho
Funsho, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Feb 11, 2023
Good value accommodation in popular area
Good,clean accommodation - rooms a bit tired but fine for a one or two night stay
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Feb 3, 2024
Basic clean, met requirements of a convenient stopover
Sue
Sue, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 21, 2024
Lovely place and value for money
Lovely place in centre of town. Room good size with all amenities. Quiet and warm when i was there. Plenty of shops and restaurants close by. Free car parking too
Lynn
Lynn, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 18, 2024
Right in the middle of everything in Berkhamsted
JAMES
JAMES, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 15, 2025
Whilst a little dated, the bed in the economy double room was comfortable and we had a good night's sleep. The room itself was dark (not great lighting and one window looking over a small yard). The bathroom was OK. The shower was over a high sided bath and was a mixer rather than thermostatic. Plenty of hot water. Towels were fluffy and big! Tea and coffee in the room as well as water and biscuits and more on request at reception. Staff were fantastic. Really friendly, helpful and wanting to make your stay as comfortable as possible. This is room only. Breakfast was not available although there was an option for a discounted breakfast at another venue.
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jan 11, 2025
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.
David
David, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
Nov 28, 2024
Court yard rooms need updating
Mauveen
Mauveen, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 25, 2023
Friendly staff
Clean room. Comfy bed. Staff very friendly.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 25, 2024
Great stay in Berkhamsted
Great location . Easy parking. Friendly check in. Room was lovely. Great shower. Good facilities. Needed ear plugs to sleep but am a light sleeper.
Claire
Claire, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jun 18, 2023
Hotel is basic and simple. If you go with a family be aware of outside dining at restaurant outside so you will hear diners until around 10pm.