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The Penny Farthing

4.0 star property

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A bed with a striped bedspread, two pillows, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and glass shower enclosure.
A staircase with a wooden handrail and a light fixture above it.
Exterior
A chair, a potted plant, and a door.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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296-298 High Street, Berkhamsted, England, HP4 1AH
  • Place, Rex Cinema
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Berkhamsted Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, The Pottery Project
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A neatly made bed with a headboard, two bedside lamps, and a striped rug.

Comfort Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Double or Twin Room

A neatly made bed with a headboard, two bedside lamps, and a striped rug.

Comfort Double or Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, each with a rolled towel and a pillow. There are wall-mounted lights on either side of the beds.

Comfort Triple Room

  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Penny Farthing

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking. Change of towels is available on request.
The Penny Farthing offers 19 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Berkhamsted hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

During your stay at The Penny Farthing, you're just a quick walk from Rex Cinema. Free WiFi in public areas, a restaurant, and a bar are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Services include luggage storage and a virtual front desk
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Rex Cinema and Knox Johnston Leisure Centre
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. 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 4-star Berkhamsted hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to noon.
Kings Arms (short walk) - Onsite restaurant.
Kings Arms (short walk) - Onsite pub. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 7.50 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Kings Arms (short walk)
  • Kings Arms (short walk)

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1989
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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.

Payment types at the property

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 7.50 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property does not have a front desk. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their passport before arrival. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

The Penny Farthing Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 254 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 254 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 254 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 254 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 254 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice & cosy & good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel, slap bang in the middle of town, close to all pubs and restaurants and the Centenary theatre (20 minute walk) could do with a little touch up and repairs here and there. But excellent value for where it’s positioned and the staff are exceedingly welcoming and friendly. Lovely stay would book again definitely!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice size room and great location. Really easy to check in and free easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Does the job. Pricey for what it is, but few other options so well located
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

subin

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

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

The staff are great . The property is out dated and could do with a refresh plus provision of at least breakfast !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms. Friendly staff. Lovely stay, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ai Ling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient spot
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, clean spacious room . Great location with easy access to shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely location, nice staff and great value for money! Good parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gillian

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

Good stay, good value, good service.

Last minute booking which was extremely good value (I usually have to pay much more in Berkhamsted) and very convenient for the station and my destination.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location with a nice garden. Clean and spacious. Modern amenities. Great location and great value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff friendly and room clean and bed extremely comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was lovely and clean and friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean in a good location would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Amenities
Staff were friendly and helpful. Old TV, bed was ample and comfortable, kettle, iron, hairdryer all available. Heating was a problem on the two cold nights we stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms ideal location and sister hotel excellent for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ai Ling

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Pleasant stay in Berkhamsted

Receptive staff. Nice location, pleasant walk around the area and a lot of eating options around.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good value accommodation in popular area

Good,clean accommodation - rooms a bit tired but fine for a one or two night stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Funsho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location in a wonderful city. I enjoyed the 1 night i stayed!!. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Ok but low standard
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Layo

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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