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Balham Lodge

3.0 star property
Edwardian guesthouse in London with a 24-hour front desk

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Triple Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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204 Bedford Hill, London, England, SW12 9HJ
  • Place, Tooting Bec Lido
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Wandsworth Common
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Clapham Common
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in Wandsworth, Balham Lodge is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Clapham Common and within a 10-minute drive of Sloane Square. This 16-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Tooting Bec Lido - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • London Sewing Machine Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Wandsworth Common - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Clapham Common - 6 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • St George's, University of London - 8 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Balham Underground Station - 13 min walk
  • Balham Station - 14 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rose & Crown - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Bedford - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Milk Run - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Joice Café - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Caminata - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Balham Lodge

Edwardian guesthouse in London with a 24-hour front desk
Balham Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is offered for GBP 12 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a water dispenser, a garden, and a communal living room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 12 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator

More

  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1910
  • Communal living room
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 14 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 12 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Balham Hotel London
Balham Lodge London
Balham Lodge London
Balham Lodge Guesthouse
Balham Lodge Guesthouse London

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Balham Lodge?

Balham Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Balham Lodge?

This guesthouse is situated in Wandsworth, close to Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and London Eye. You'll also find Clapham Common and Thames River within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Balham Lodge?

Yes, secured parking is offered for GBP 12 per day.

Does Balham Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Balham Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Balham Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Balham Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this guesthouse that appeal to couples include a garden and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Balham Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Balham Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Balham Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Balham Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Balham Lodge.

Does Balham Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How far is the airport from Balham Lodge?

The closest major airport to Balham Lodge is London City Airport (LCY), which is 13 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 18.2 mi away (50-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Balham Lodge?

No, at Balham Lodge, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Balham Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 431 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with very friendly and helpful staff and always a great price. Stay there regularly and will continue to do so. A hidden gem and would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely guesthouse, kept spotlessly clean, with wonderful, very pleasant and extremely helpful staff. Located in a nice area with an easy walk into Balham which has a multitude of restaurants and feels safe. Would fully recommend and definitely use again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff and very close to Belham tube station. Room was very clean and tidy with coffee and tea available
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, good value for London with clean and attractive rooms. Short walk from Balham and next door to Tooting Bec common. My second visit and I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahzaib

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and peaceful accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lovely property, just what we needed for a london visit, was able to take the bus right across the road to go where we needed to go, would love to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

A D

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

Solo concert trip

All good, a little out of the way but ok as 15 walk to main rail station, someone on reception, room very clean, bed comfortable, heating on ,safe and quiet, room dated and tv a effort tobget to work as poor controls hence 1 star off..for a budget stay and price very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

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

Good accommodation reasonable priced

Clean room, comfortable in very convenient location. 10 mins walk to Balham stationl. Staff very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent as always.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawid

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bardzo dobrze
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are fantastic and the building itself is just beautiful . Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

TANIA DIGGINES

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahzaib

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahzaib

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahzaib

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025