The Windmill

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Clapham Common

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Garden
Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Food and drink
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Clapham Common South Side, Clapham, London, England, SW4 9DE
  • Place, Clapham Common
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Clapham High Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Battersea Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in Lambeth, The Windmill is adjacent to Clapham Common and within 2 miles (3 km) of Battersea Park. This 42-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Clapham Common - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Clapham High Street - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • 575 Wandsworth Road - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • O2 Academy Brixton - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Battersea Park - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Clapham South Underground Station - 7 min walk
  • Clapham North Underground Station - 17 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pear Tree Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪CafePod Abbeville Road - ‬7 min walk
  • The Windmill
  • ‪21 Grams - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Abbeville - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Windmill

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Clapham Common
Guests staying at The Windmill enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include wedding services, a TV in a common area, and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Free minibar items, espresso makers, and safes are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 17 and younger (only guests older than 17 are allowed)

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

The Windmill London
Windmill Hotel London
Windmill London
The Windmill London, England
The Windmill Hotel
The Windmill London
The Windmill Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Windmill?

The Windmill provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Windmill?

As of Dec 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Windmill on Jan 4, 2026 start from $133.48, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around The Windmill?

This hotel is situated in Lambeth, just steps from Clapham Common. You'll also find Buckingham Palace and London Eye within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Windmill?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does The Windmill include a casino?

No, The Windmill doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Windmill?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Windmill?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar with some free items and an espresso maker as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at The Windmill?

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

Does The Windmill have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Windmill serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Windmill allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Windmill though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Windmill?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from The Windmill?

The closest major airport to The Windmill is London City Airport (LCY), which is 11.8 mi away (47 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 17.7 mi away (47-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Windmill?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Windmill.

Does The Windmill have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Windmill if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Windmill Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 286 out of 473 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 473 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 473 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 473 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 473 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Georgia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sanitary towels in bin from previous guests
Rubbish on floor from previous guests
Mould all around bath. Waste plug not attached to the wall
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little hidden gem in the park. Pub downstairs but still quiet in the room.Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort

Quintessentially British

The hotel is quintessential British in its decor and feel. Hotel rooms are spread across multiple half levels, so be ready to climb a few small sets of stairs with your luggage. The room we stayed in hadn’t been renovated, but it was still lovely and faced the parking lot and Clapham Common, which provided some privacy and quiet. There was dust on the table, and a water reservoir cover missing from the Nescafé espresso maker. The bathroom had a slow clearing drain. Overall the room was in good condition. Its such a great hotel in terms of location, pricing, size, and food that I look forward to going back next year if not before!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shayne

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

Exploring Europe

Our stay was good and comfortable Only issue was getting our luggage down the stairs on an early morning check out Older people would struggle with doing that
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I have stayed here numerous times over the last seven years, and sadly the state of property is really bad now. Paint and plaster falling off the walls, terrible thread bare carpet throughout. The rooms themselves are looking tired now. The last few times the milk has been off, the fridge was turned off really dirty. It’s a shame because I used to love coming to the windmill, but even the food has gone really downhill.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
We were staying in the old end of the hotel and I must say it was very tired service was good and bed very comfortable we informed management of our situation and they were very nice and gave us a reasonable discount of the bill we hope when we return things will have changed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
An older property , quirky clever accommodations which were nice and quiet despite being grouped with a pub . Refurbishment is probably due here and there and the bed was a little uncomfortable for the room rate when comparing to city centre prices .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Philippa

Liked: Staff & service
Lovely place to dtay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Astra

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great !x
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

alberto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely "retro" feel room with elegant bathroom. Away from main bar area so quiet, comfy beds and good room amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
10/10. The staff were all outstanding and made us feel welcomed into a community ! The communication prior to our arrival was timely and very helpful . This was my family’s first trip to London and our stay was amazing . The beds were very comfortable and rooms are roomy . while thete is no elevator , easy to walk and they help you with luggage if needed. The food at the restaurant was great with good options and sensitive to allergies. The set up of the pub is very comfortable, with seating and tables to play board games. eat ,drink and be as social as one would like . On the main bus line , train only a 10 min walk , easy uber pick up , on a park and lots to do that are walkable in the community ! A hidden gem . Will be our go to spot when coming to London .
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location is great, easy walkiny distance to Clapham Common station, shops, bars, restaurants etc. Unfortunately our room was very tired, not as clean as we would have liked and not good enough for the cost. It was actually very dissapointing as other aspects of our stay were good, including the staff and food.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2024