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La Gaffe

3.0 star property
Victorian guesthouse with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Terrace/patio
Staircase
Bar (on property)
Basic Double Room
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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107-111 Heath Street, London, England, NW3 6SS
  • Hampstead Heath
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • ZSL London Zoo
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Piccadilly Circus
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Single Room

Basic Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Twin Room

Basic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

London

La Gaffe places you steps from Fenton House and within a short 5-minute stroll of Hampstead Heath. Highlights at this Victorian guest house include free continental breakfast and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, multilingual staff and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Places within a short walk of this 3-property class Camden guest house include Burgh House and Hampstead Museum and Freud Museum is within 20 minutes.
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What's nearby

  • Hampstead Heath - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • ZSL London Zoo - 7 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Lord's Cricket Ground - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Wembley Stadium - 13 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 14 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • West Hampstead Overground Station - 4 min drive
  • Hampstead Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Horseshoe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪King William Iv - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Old White Bear - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Cup - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gaucho - ‬4 min walk

About this property

La Gaffe

Victorian guesthouse with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly La Gaffe also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and a front desk safe.

This Victorian London guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1850
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
La Gaffe offers 18 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 22-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1850
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Gaffe House London
Gaffe London
La Gaffe Hotel London
La Gaffe London, England
La Gaffe London England
Gaffe Guesthouse London
Gaffe Guesthouse
England
La Gaffe London
La Gaffe Guesthouse
La Gaffe Hotel London
La Gaffe Guesthouse London

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at La Gaffe?

La Gaffe offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Does La Gaffe serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Gaffe?

No, La Gaffe does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at La Gaffe?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Italian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at La Gaffe?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at La Gaffe?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

La Gaffe Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 288 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gem of a hotel! Location / friendly owner & staff / great coffee / comfortable room ... can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A super friendly place!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we liked that this was a family run hotel , the staff were very friendly and room was just what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, quaint British inn. Excellent service and care for the guests. Perfect location to explore Hampstead.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a unique facility located in the beautiful Hampstead hills.There are beautiful walks in the hills and the nearby Hampstead Heath. A short walk to the Hampstead tube station. Lorenzo and his staff are hand on with great personal care and service.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Super nice family hotel.

A very nice hotel. Very clean. Comfortable rooms. Great staff. Simple decent breakfast. M
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly place. Property is quaint. A really nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot with excellent host
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

walter

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilan, West Palm Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is very convenient. Minutes to the Tube. Very quaint area. Rooms are SMALL!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lorenzo and his staff are true professionals. They honestly care about giving their customers the best possible experience. The “cold” breakfast is substantial — the croissants are the best we have had!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient near train underground. Staff are helpful and accomodating
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awful room

Awful place, I would not recommend this to anyone. Booked a double room, room was very small, dated, hot and stuffy. There was a window which opened into a hotel landing area with a glass room. Requested a change of room but was advised there were no rooms available therefore checked out immediately and found another hotel. I would not recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First off, Lorenzo was the quintessential host - knowledgeable, friendly, and didn't hesitate to help us with anything we needed. He truly went above and beyond. As first time travelers to GB, that was probably one of the most important things we could have hoped for. The room was small but all we needed. The bed was VERY comfortable and it was pretty quiet at night. The shower and bath were clean and a welcome relief after a long day site seeing. They offered a light breakfast which had a nice mix of offerings, but there were other places nearby if you preferred. Hampstead has a variety of store fronts so anything you want is within a 15 minute walk. It's a bit hilly, but the area is great! I want to thank Lorenzo and his staff for all that they did! They were first rate hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a room that was so tiny we could hardly open our cases or move around comfortably. The bathroom in our double room was so tiny you had to step outside to dry off! Coming in our room was a challenge as there was barely room to squeeze in. Extremely noisy at night even with ear plugs which were provided! The whole facility needs a huge makeover to bring it up to decent standards. The stairs up to the rooms are extremely dangerous and narrow. The staff however are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Enjoyed staying at La Gaffe. Everyone was so helpful. Very peaceful and quiet place to stay. It was easy to get to and you can walk anywhere.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would not recommend

I don’t understand why there are so many good reviews, it’s very misleading. Location was good and shower pressure strong, but that’s about it. Bed was terribly uncomfortable. Pillows were old and gross and had other guests hair on them. Walls are so thin I could hear the man in the room next door snoring, coughing, flushing the toilet, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Katherine

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
My room was absolutely tiny. Although this was just a work trip and somewhere to sleep, the room was uncomfortably small. Breakfast was included. Coffee was lovely and the staff couldn’t be more helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I booked this property purely based on the reviews, I would not recommend this property to anybody it was dingy and dirty, I was appalled when I seen it and walked straight back out, I would expect this level of accommodation in a third world country
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An absolute bargain to get bed and breakfast for under £100 in fairly central London. Staff were very friendly and fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023