The Penny Farthing

Hotel in Berkhamsted with a 24-hour front desk

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

The Penny Farthing sits just steps from a train station, offering travelers free WiFi throughout public areas. Guests appreciate access to a nearby health club, while practical services like laundry and luggage storage make travel logistics easier for those on the move.

Very good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Tomorrow

Oct 9 - Oct 10

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Economy Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Digital channels

Desk chair

54 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Economy Twin Room

Good

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Digital channels

Desk chair

54 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds

Comfort Double Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Digital channels

Desk chair

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Digital channels

Desk chair

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

About the area

Located in Berkhamsted, The Penny Farthing is near a train station. Some of the area's popular attractions include Warner Bros. Studio Tour London and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo. Natural History Museum at Tring and Planet Ice are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Visit our Berkhamsted travel guide

296-298 High Street, Berkhamsted, England, HP4 1AH

What's nearby

Rex Cinema - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
The Snow Centre - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
Ashridge Estate - 13 min drive - 7.0 km
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - 14 min drive - 19.0 km
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo - 21 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

Berkhamsted Station - 8 min walk
Chesham Underground Station - 9 min drive
London (LTN-Luton) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Crown - ‬6 min walk
‪Fred and Ginger Coffee - ‬7 min walk
‪Mad Squirrel Tap Berkhamsted - ‬9 min walk
‪Berkhamsted Fish Bar - ‬8 min walk
‪The Olive Tree - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Penny Farthing

Hotel near a train station

The Penny Farthing provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Additional perks include:

Self-parking (surcharge), access to a nearby health club and laundry services
Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property

Room features

All guestrooms at The Penny Farthing boast comforts such as desk chairs and WiFi.

Extra amenities include:

Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Electric kettles, heating and desks

Similar properties

Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 12.95 per person)

Parking included
Free WiFi
Breakfast available
Business services

₹8,046 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (GBP 4 per night)
In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site (GBP 4 per night)
Limited on-site parking

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Accessibility

No lift
Thin carpet in room

2 floors
Built in 1989
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle

Desk
Desk chair
Heating
Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 12:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for in-room wireless Internet: GBP 4 per night (rates may vary)
Self-parking fee: GBP 4 per night
Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Pennyfarthing Berkhamsted

Pennyfarthing Hotel Berkhamsted

Pennyfarthing Hotel

The Pennyfarthing Hotel

The Penny Farthing Hotel

The Penny Farthing Berkhamsted

The Penny Farthing Hotel Berkhamsted

Frequently asked questions

Is The Penny Farthing pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Penny Farthing?

Self-parking is available for GBP 4 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Penny Farthing?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Penny Farthing?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 15.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Penny Farthing located?

Situated in Berkhamsted, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Rex Cinema, Berkhamsted Castle and The Pottery Project. Chiltern Hills and Frithsden Vineyard are also within 3 miles (5 km). Berkhamsted Station is 8 minutes by foot.