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Hour Glass Hotel

2.0 star property
Victorian inn in London with a bar

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Located near Tower Bridge, Hour Glass Hotel offers a warm atmosphere with laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi. Unwind on the terrace or get lost in a book from the library while enjoying coffee/tea in the lobby; guests appreciate having a bar nearby.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
Select Comfort bed
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Washer/dryer
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Rainfall showerhead
  • 12 sq m
  • 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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave (on request)
  • 12 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave (on request)
  • 8 sq m
  • 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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave (on request)
  • 12 sq m
  • 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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Ensuite

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

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite

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

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Select Comfort bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Soundproofed
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
131 Beaconsfield Road (off Thurlow St.), Walworth, London, England, SE17 2BX

What's nearby

  • The Shard - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • London Bridge - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Tower Bridge - 8 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • London Eye - 9 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Tower of London - 9 min drive - 2.1 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

Inn near Tower Bridge
Consider a stay at Hour Glass Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a library, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A TV in the lobby, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Hour Glass Hotel have comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Select Comfort beds and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 26-inch LCD TVs with DVD players
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and on-request microwaves

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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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 7.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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
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.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

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

Is Hour Glass Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hour Glass Hotel?

Self parking is available for GBP 8 per day. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Hour Glass Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hour Glass Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 10 (subject to availability).

Where is Hour Glass Hotel located?

Located in Southwark, this inn is within 3 mi (5 km) of The Shard, Tower Bridge, and Tower of London. London Eye and London Bridge are also within 3 mi (5 km). Elephant & Castle Underground Station is 22 minutes by foot and Kennington Underground Station is 23 minutes.

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