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Hour Glass Hotel

2.0 star property
Victorian inn in London with a bar

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Terrace/patio
Sports facility
Staircase
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Exterior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

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131 Beaconsfield Road (off Thurlow St.), Walworth, London, England, SE17 2BX
  • Place, House of Lords
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, The Shard
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tower Bridge
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Select Comfort beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Select Comfort beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Select Comfort beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Select Comfort beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Select Comfort beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Ensuite

  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room, Ensuite

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

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Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in Southwark, Hour Glass Hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of popular attractions such as Tower Bridge and The Shard. This 21-room inn has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, coffee makers, and LCD TVs.
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What's nearby

  • House of Lords - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Shard - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Borough Market - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • London Bridge - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Tower Bridge - 8 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Elephant & Castle Underground Station - 3 min drive
  • Elephant & Castle Station - 20 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Addis Vegan Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Huntsman & Hounds - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lebanese Kitchen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Saint Louie - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Viet Quan - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hour Glass Hotel

Victorian inn in London with a bar
At Hour Glass Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a library. You can put free offsite parking to good use if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
26-inch LCD TVs come with DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Select Comfort beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Refrigerators and coffee makers are also standard. Bathrooms are shared; limited housekeeping is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking from 6:30 PM to 8:30 AM
  • Street parking available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 8 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 8.99 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • THE HOUR GLASS PUB

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1900
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 7.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 8.99 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 8 per day
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 7.0 per night

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 16 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. 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.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 16 years old.
  • This property accepts major credit 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The inn can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Glass Hotel
Hotel Glass
Hour Glass Hotel
Hour Glass Hotel London
Hour Glass London
Hour Glass Hotel London, England
Hour Glass Hotel Inn
Hour Glass Hotel London
Hour Glass Hotel Inn London

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hour Glass Hotel?

Hour Glass Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near Hour Glass Hotel?

This inn is situated in Southwark, close to Tower Bridge, London Bridge, and Tower of London. You'll also find London Eye and Big Ben within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hour Glass Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 8 per day.

Does Hour Glass Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hour Glass Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hour Glass Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about Hour Glass Hotel?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a comfy mattress and a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Hour Glass Hotel?

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

Does Hour Glass Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hour Glass Hotel serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at THE HOUR GLASS PUB.

Will Hour Glass Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hour Glass Hotel.

Does Hour Glass Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Hour Glass Hotel?

The closest major airport to Hour Glass Hotel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 9.7 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 19.6 mi away (55-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hour Glass Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hour Glass Hotel.

Hour Glass Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 258 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 258 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 258 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 258 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 258 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delphine

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

Ok

C'est ok pour une nuit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room service: towels changed. No sweeping the floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

The bar person was nice. The surrounding area was a little intimidating to say the least with what looked like gangsters and a drug dealer hanging around the property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Will stay again

Amazing welcome!! One of the friendliest pubs I’ve ever visited in London!!! The staff and locals were chatty .. the bedroom was a good size, with a well stocked coffee tray and cereal and milk for the morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and transport is convenient. The room has everything you need in it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Great for the price

For the price you pay its fine just don't expect the Ritz. The manager and his wife are the best, so helpful and friendly you won't find better.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dave

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible

As soon as I turned the corner and seen the state of the surrounding area I was happy I didn't fill the van up so if it got nicked they wouldn't get far. Rough is an understatement - and I'm from Salford! Got a pint and googled stab vest retailers, none nearly surprisingly. After what seemed like an hour she sorted parking permit for 11 quid and I was shown to my room. As soon as you walk through the first door it reeks and I was dreading the next 12 hours. Room was a bit sparse with a kettle and a fridge but no milk (cheers) used a grim shower and went spoons for some food. The residents opposite are so loud at night I didn't get a wink, some fool constantly putting rubbish down the chutes, cars speeding about with music on and then the bin men finished the shambles off. Don't bother
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, helpful staff...would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miss R

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

Exceeded my expectations.

At the last minute I needed to find a room for the night so I could attend the second day of a conference when a colleague couldn't make it. Representing a charity the price needed to be as reasonable as possible. The Hour Glass hotel and pub fitted the bill; despite having been a little dubious before I got there. Checking in I was escorted to my room (and the staff member offered to carry my bag for me). I had a twin en suite. The room was quite large. It had a window I could open, and the bed much was much more comfortable than the more expensive hotel is been in the night before. I had a refrigerator, kettle, plenty of coffee tea and biscuits, good quality white towels, and access to a separate kitchen (between10am and 10pm). They were happy for me to order food to be delivered to the external door downstairs. Once I'd checked in I wouldn't have needed to go into the pub again as the side door was used to access rooms. There was a lock-box for keys on checkout (I had to leave very early). The pub obviously served the local community. On the Tuesday night I was there it was quite. I felt safe and the answer to the obvious 'bottom line' question of would I stay there again? Would be yes. If you were keen to explore "South of the river" it would be an ideal place. Bus stops are virtually outside the door and buses seemed to be quite frequent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

maria

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

JULIAN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Ishola

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is not hotel but a junk and bad environment. If you looking for hotel and decent environment don’t do it and clean hotel and a place you can sleep with your two eyes close
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good Option for Last Minute Booking

This hotel is perfectly fine. It's definitely no frills, but certainly comfortable enough. It was well within our price range for a last minute reservation. We checked in later at night and the staff made us feel very welcome. The pub can get loud sometimes as can the neighborhood around it. The wifi was available in the room and in the pub and was always reliable. It's about a 15-20 minute walk to the nearest tube station, but a very short bus trip with several busses running regularly right out in front of the hotel. Strictly pub related: this doesn't seem "family owned" any longer and it certainly does not offer any kind of pub food outside of crisps. There's a nice variety of beers and the staff are friendly as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Dauda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly Considering it’s above a pub very quiet room was bigger than expected. Clean and tidy Room was hot but they did provide a decent fan for the room. Could do with a new mattress I’m a big girl so need a firm mattress but still a good stay if you are looking for somewhere to just put your head down this is the place and the Wi-Fi was very good 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Ian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything we expected from a budget hotel. Staff very welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Raine

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Basic but cheap and has parking

I chose this hotel because I was looking for somewhere inexpensive for an overnight stay for work between attending two courses. I was pretty much going to get there, catch up on emails, sleep then go. The hotel describes itself as a basic, budget hotel and that is what it is. It looks like what it is. I chose this one because I had equipment with me and wanted on site parking - not always easy in London. The area is full of blocks of flats and is certainly not an affluent area. The parking was outside the front of the hotel so I was slightly worried about the car. The pub on the ground floor is clearly a favourite with locals who seems to know each other. A friendly and slightly bawdy atmosphere. Nice to get a reasonably priced drink to take up to my room. The staff were really friendly and the room was surprisingly large, the bed was comfortable though the quilt was rather thin and flat with an old looking cover. There were charging sockets by the bed - a good bonus for me. The Wifi refused to connect for more than 5 secs but I used my hotspot to do what I needed to do work wise. The en suite was small but clean and functional and the shower was nice and hot with choice of overhead or removable already head. There was a kitchen down the hall with a dryer, toaster etc. £66 for a night in London with parking. I could hear some noise from the pub downstairs but once it had closed it was surprisingly quiet. Basic, but clean and friendly. I will probably stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

Mark

Business traveler

Disappointing

Unfortunately my stay was poor, i had to be up reasonably early as i was working in the area and the hotel staff were bringing friends/pub regulars up through the hotel after closing time and they were very loud a little picky by me? Possibly, but it woke me up (11pm) and it showed no respect for the paying guests
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

I K F

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

Enjoyed Walworth.

Good hotel with nice big kitchen. All kept clean. Helpful staff. Popular pub below. Tip learn bus numbers.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

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