8.5

836 reviews

The Ship Rooms

The Ship Rooms

171 Kennington Road, Greater London, SE11 6SF, United Kingdom

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Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Non-smoking rooms

Bathtub

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Free toiletries

The Ship Rooms

Welcome aboard The Ship Rooms, a charming hotel docked just a short jaunt from the heart of London at 171 Kennington Road! Perfectly situated 1.9 kilometers from the bustling city center, this delightful retreat is ready to whisk you away from the touristy crowds while still keeping you in the loop of London’s vibrant energy. With prices starting from just $160, this is your chance to snag a cozy stay that won’t sink your travel budget!

Once you step inside, you’ll be greeted with all the comforts of home and then some! Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and a streaming service that will make evenings in your lovely non-smoking room a delightful delight. Sink into a plush bathtub after a day of exploring or take in the views that come with your room’s great features. Plus, don’t forget to indulge in the array of free toiletries—because you deserve a little luxury while you’re away from home!

With 836 glowing reviews from past guests, The Ship Rooms has earned its stripes as a beloved London hideaway. Travelers rave about the friendly staff, the seamless check-in experience, and the stellar location. So, whether you’re a solo wanderer, a couple on a romantic getaway, or a family on an adventure, pack your bags and get ready to set sail at The Ship Rooms!

At The Ship Rooms, the experience doesn’t just stop at a wonderful place to stay. Venture out into the local area and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture that London has to offer. Just a stroll away, you’ll find stunning parks, quaint cafes, and vibrant markets perfect for sampling local delights! Whether you fancy a leisurely stroll along the Thames or a quick bus ride to iconic landmarks, your urban adventure is right at your fingertips. And after a full day of exploration, you get to return to your tranquil sanctuary, where relaxation awaits!

When it comes to dining, The Ship Rooms has got you covered. While the hotel doesn’t have its own on-site restaurant, the surrounding neighborhood is bursting with culinary treasures waiting to be discovered. From trendy bistros to cozy pubs, there’s something to tantalize every palate within a stone's throw. So go ahead and treat your taste buds to delightful meals and delightful conversations with locals as you explore this vibrant locale like a true Londoner!

Booking your getaway is a breeze as The Ship Rooms offers a variety of payment options to make your experience as smooth as a cruise on calm seas. Just remember that cash sails out of the port here, but the hotel gladly accepts major credit cards like American Express, Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro. So, whether you’re planning a quick token trip or an extended jaunt through the City of Westminster, you’re just a few clicks away from realizing your dream stay at The Ship Rooms. Ready to embark on your adventure? Bon voyage!

Closest airports

London City Airport

7.2mi

London Heathrow Airport

15mi

London Gatwick Airport

23.6mi

Luton Airport

28.5mi

London Stansted Airport

30.8mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Non-smoking rooms

Bathtub

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Free toiletries

Rooms

Superior Double Room in The Ship Rooms

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Superior Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

65 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

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Experience luxury and comfort in our Superior Double Room, featuring a spacious 65 sqft layout, a queen size bed, and a private bathroom. Enjoy stunning views, savor a fresh cup of coffee from our coffee machine, and unwind while watching your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV. No smoking allowed for a clean and healthy environment.

Deluxe Double Room in The Ship Rooms

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Deluxe Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

65 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

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Coffee machine

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Experience the ultimate in comfort and relaxation in our Deluxe Double Room, featuring a spacious 65 sqft area, a luxurious Queen size bed, a private bathroom with a bathtub, and breathtaking views. Enjoy modern amenities such as a coffee machine, flat-screen TV, and complimentary toiletries for a truly indulgent stay.

Guest reviews

8.5

836 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Facilities

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Featured reviews:

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Anna

10

June 2022

The room was clean and spacious. Very comfortable bed. Great location, very nice and friendly staff. The hotel provided us with towels. Bathroom was well equiped with soap, shower gel, shampoo/hair conditioner and body lotion. In the room, there was coffee machine, kettel, hair dryer, fan, flat screen TV, jar of sweets and tea/coffee. As a guest, we got 10% discount at the pub (delicious pizza & beer & sport events on big screen). Across the street, there is a bus stop. Less than 10 min away, there is an underground station. Totally recommend!

Herbal scent of cosmetics

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João

9.1

February 2023

We have quite enjoyed staying at the Ship rooms. The location seemed more like a residential area. It was easy to get to the main attractions if you're visiting London for that. In walking distance, there are a few good restaurants too. The beds we comfortable, and the rooms were clean. Overall, the area was silent.

It would be great to have breakfast, but that's not a downside, as you can find it around, and the pricing is very fair for London. We didn't have the rooms cleaned for the three days we stayed, but maybe we missed some information given to us. We honestly didn't mind either, as they were pretty clean.

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Julia

9.1

July 2023

We were expecting a somewhat old room above a noisy pub but were pleasantly surprised by how nice the room was and will def come back! :) - room was huge (compared to usual hotel rooms in London) - greeted by suuuuper friendly staff of the pub (10% discount at the pub was nice, too) - room was very nicely decorated and super clean - coffee, milk and tap water are provided free of charge - several bus stops within 1-5 minutes from the hotel, tube (subway) station was a 10 minutes walk, so very quick connections to central London - we didn’t really hear any noise of the pub in the evening (even with the windows open)

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Tyler

9.1

July 2023

The staff were attentive and clear. The place was really well furnished and cute. Despite being centrally located in London it's very quiet. The pub closes early on Sunday, which made sleeping very easy. They give you a discount downstairs which looks great (but unfortunately we had other plans). They have thought about many details to make your stay comfortable which were great add-ons, so I was really impressed for an inn above a pub.

The bed is a bit firm, but that's true for any place that's not my home bed. The shower did not drain well. Those were my only real complaints.

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Kraemer

10

May 2023

Our stay at the Ship Rooms was incredible! We were able to drop our bags off earlier than check-in time, and were allowed into the bar area to plan our day and get changed (this was before the bar was even open for customers). At the end of our stay we were also able to leave our bags in the back area while we attended a convention and didn't want to have to carry around our travellers backpacks. The staff were exceptionally helpful! They don't mind you ordering a pint at the bar and enjoying it in the privacy of your booked room :)

Our room was one of the more recent additions so the cables weren't completely set-up yet for TV, but that wasn't an issue for us as we had a laptop and the Wifi still worked perfectly well!

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Fabio

9.1

May 2023

Rooms are charming, perfect mix between modern and old fashioned, with all the necessary amenities of 2023 civilization and antiqueish furniture. The room was actually bigger than most Hotel rooms. Staff was always helpful and friendly. We got a glass of sweets, a water heater and an espresso maker. We could grab water and milk (with a vegan option) from the fridge upstairs. There is a modern fan ( we didn't need it), shower gel and shampoo and a hair dryer. Connections are great. There's a Bus stop around the corner that will get you right to Westminster and Soho. There's also a small store where you can get basic needs stuff and a small cafe to grab coffee and a small breakfast. Great choice if Hotels are too expensive for you but you still want to have some comfort.

Shower is small and only the rainforest showerhead worked also there is a hand held one. Windows only open a little.

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Emma

10

March 2023

Gorgeous pub with rooms close to Corsica Studios, Printworks and Elephant and Castle (we loved Lenos and Carbon restaurant in Elephant Square Arches). The staff were all really welcoming, friendly and helpful and we enjoyed evening drinks downstairs in a chilled atmosphere with a great playlist unobtrusively in the background. You can order delicious Flatboys pizzas (or have these in your room). The rooms are compact and beautifully decorated with fluffy, hypoallergenic duvets and plenty of plump pillows. Our shower room in room 7 was spotlessly clean and well stocked with luxurious toiletries. Our room was at the back of the building and very peaceful. There are generous jars in each room with retro sweets, a selection of teabags and you can make fresh coffee. There's a shared fridge with plenty of chilled tap water, milk (oat and dairy).

Unfortunately there's no lift so the stairs may present a challenge

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Lisa

9.1

December 2022

Wonderful friendly helpful staff. Made the start of stay just perfect The room and bathroom was super clean, the bed amazingly comfortable with crisp white sheets. Just wish i could have put the bed in my case. Beautiful tea and proper coffee with a fridge outside the door with bottles of chilled water and fresh milk. 10%off all bar fod and drinks but we didn't fancy pizza so the bar staff were very helpful with recommendations for restaurants.. Would definitely stay again Thank you The Wallinders

I hate to say anything negative but i think it could be easily dealt with. The fridge outside the room was fantastic but rather noisy at night

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Luis

9.1

May 2023

They did not offer breakfast, but on the first floor there is a Pub with very friendly staff, there they prepared lunch and dinner of light dishes (pizzas, french fries, etc). The location is really excellent, public buses constantly pass by the front that take you to the main tourist places, just minutes away. Definitely very well located

For the type of accommodation there is not much to improve, any lack that we could find was solved by the staff.

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Kerstin

10

September 2023

The room was amazing ... it was very charming and very quiet although located over the pub. The personal was so lovely and friendly and also the food and drinks in the pub were incredible tasty. As there was a bus stop right outside the location, you could be in the city center within 10 minutes. I would come here anytime when staying in London. Can absolute recommend this accomodation and pub.

Nothing ... it was really perfect!

Points of Interest Around The Ship Rooms

Attractions

Lambeth Palace

0.4mi

Gabriel's Wharf

0.9mi

Lyceum Theatre

1.3mi

Novello Theatre

1.3mi

Duchess Theatre

1.3mi

Her Majesty's Theatre

1.3mi

Ambassadors Theatre

1.5mi

Lyric Theatre London

1.5mi

Queen's Theatre

1.5mi

Sir John Soane's Museum

1.6mi

Bomber Command Memorial

1.8mi

Lord's Cricket Ground

3.6mi

Primrose Hill

3.8mi

Ascot

25.1mi

Rochester

27.4mi

Amenities of The Ship Rooms

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Non-smoking rooms

Bathtub

View

Free toiletries

Stay rules - The Ship Rooms

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Ship Rooms

When are the check-in and check-out times for The Ship Rooms?

Planning your stay at The Ship Rooms? The room will be ready for you between 03:00 PM and 11:00 PM. However, departures are set at 11:00 AM.

What's the nightly rate at The Ship Rooms?

Accommodations at The Ship Rooms can start from $160. Be aware, rates are influenced by room type and selected dates. Ensure to specify your stay dates for up-to-date pricing.

What are the room types available at The Ship Rooms?

The Ship Rooms offers two types of rooms: Superior Double Room and Deluxe Double Room. Both rooms have a room size of 65 sqft and do not allow smoking. They can accommodate 2 adults with no children and have one queen size bed each.

What activities does The Ship Rooms offer?

The Ship Rooms offer a variety of leisure amenities for guests to enjoy during their stay. Guests can relax and unwind at the spa, which is equipped with a sauna and offers a range of treatments to rejuvenate both body and mind. For those looking to stay active, the hotel provides a well-equipped fitness center where guests can work out and maintain their fitness routine. Additionally, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, perfect for taking a refreshing dip or lounging by the poolside. To satisfy culinary cravings, guests can dine at the on-site restaurant, which offers a diverse menu. Afterward, guests can head to the bar for a selection of refreshing drinks and cocktails. With these leisure amenities, guests at The Ship Rooms can make the most of their time at the hotel.

Can I use my credit card at The Ship Rooms?

Yes, you can use your credit card at The Ship Rooms. They accept American Express, Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro. Cash payments are not accepted.