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Balham Lodge

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

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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204 Bedford Hill, London, England, SW12 9HJ
  • Place, Clapham Common
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Ben
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Buckingham Palace
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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
(16 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 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, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk.
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What's nearby

  • Clapham Common - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Big Ben - 14 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 15 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • London Eye - 15 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Hyde Park - 15 min drive - 5.4 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
  • ‪Joice Café - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Milk Run - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪San Remo Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Balham Lodge

Edwardian guesthouse in London with a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at Balham Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. Self parking is offered for GBP 10 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables and luggage storage.
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 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator

More

  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1910
  • 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

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 10 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.

Will I be able to park at Balham Lodge?

Yes, secured parking is offered for GBP 10 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Balham Lodge?

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

Are there hot tubs at Balham Lodge?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Balham Lodge?

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, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Balham Lodge.

Balham Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 391 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 391 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 391 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 391 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 391 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

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

Great place

Very good experience overall, staff was excellent. Very hot days in London, and you could definitely feel the heat in the room, but nothing terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Nice Room

Nice quiet area, room was big enough for me being a single. It was a very hot night but the fan provided helped a little. The guy on reception was great, even popped outside in the garden occasionally for a chat, great customer service. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Clariza, Cypress

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Cute. Room smells of curry because it was close to the old kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Excellent hotel

Lovely hotel with everything i needed except aircon in this mini heatwave. Would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Eileen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Owen

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Greeted by a lovely man at the front desk, helped us with our transport into London. Room was pretty spacious, double bed was comfy but sofa bed was average - very thin “mattress” and could just do with renewing and seat cushions could do with a deep clean. Overall not a bad stay, decent location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely building. Room well equipped, pleasant staff however shower did not stay out and flopped so unable to stand under it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mairi

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great apart from the Wi-Fi which is not good enough to stream anything and signal doesn’t reach all rooms. I’d recommend investment in this so that all rooms have good signal and the speed is sufficient for streaming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money and convenient for access to Balham tube station. The room was very hot during the hot weather. The fan in the room was very welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice, clean hotel with very friendly staff. Convenient location for me that day. Very close to Tooting Bec Common and a ~10min walk to Balham station/tube.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valentin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing , very good host , top notch
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely but be aware there is no AC. It got a bit warm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, we enjoyed a comfortable single night stay at Balham Lodge. We were on the top floor, where there is compromised headroom on one side of the bed. But the bed and good quality bedding allowed for a good night's sleep.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEREMY

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

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

Great stay

The room was great a really decent size a with a sofa. Great big bed but could do with better quality pillows.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

owain

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great with a really helpful member of staff. we were later than expected but bent over backwards to help! Nice place, nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahzaib

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

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

Balham Lodge Overnight Stay

We had a lovely stay here. We were visiting our daughter at UAL so just a short walk to her accommodation. Nice time exploring Balaham. The room was clean, tidy and comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpful. Would recommend and will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025