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Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

3.0 star property
Victorian hostel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

Photo gallery for Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

Reception
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Garden
Staircase

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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40 College Crescent, Swiss Cottage, London, England, NW3 5LB
  • Place, Freud Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Primrose Hill
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Hampstead Heath
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Double bedded Dorm for single or double occupancy (1 Double Bed in 9 Double

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Double bedded Dorm for single or double occupancy (1 Double Bed in 9 Double

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Double bedded Dorm for single or double occupancy (1 Double Bed in 9 Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 6 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 6 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 6 Bed Dorm)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 10 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 10 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 10 Bed Dorm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 4 Bed Dorm)

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 4 Bed Dorm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (1 Bed in 12 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (1 Bed in 12 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (1 Bed in 12 Bed Dorm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 18 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 18 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 18 Bed Dorm)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (1 Bed in 12 Bed Dorm)

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only (1 Bed in 12 Bed Dorm)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 14 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 14 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 14 Bed Dorm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Women Dormitory, Women only (1 Bed in 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm)

Women Dormitory, Women only (1 Bed in 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm)

Women Dormitory, Women only (1 Bed in 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Triple Ensuite Room

Triple Ensuite Room

Triple Ensuite Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 24 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 24 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 24 Bed Dorm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
10 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 8 Bed Dorm)

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 8 Bed Dorm)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Twin ensuite

Twin ensuite

Twin ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (1 Bed in 8 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Women only (1 Bed in 8 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Women only (1 Bed in 8 Bed Dorm)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

London

At Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Marble Arch and 4.6 km (2.8 mi) from Oxford Street. Highlights at this Victorian hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Camden hostel include Hyde Park and Regent's Park.
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What's nearby

  • Hampstead Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Freud Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Primrose Hill - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hampstead Heath - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Regent's Park - 6 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Swiss Cottage Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • West Hampstead Overground Station - 17 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The North Star - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Garden Breakfast Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

Victorian hostel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel . Parking is available for a fee.

This Victorian London hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1881
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel offers 34 shared accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This London hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1881
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property does not accept bookings totaling more than 14 nights from the same guest within a 6-month period.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Self-parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day

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 credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Lodge Swiss Cottage
Palmers Cottage Swiss Lodge
Palmers Lodge
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage London
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Palmers Swiss Cottage London
Palmers Swiss Lodge
Swiss Cottage Lodge
Swiss Cottage Palmers
Palmers Hotel London
Palmers Lodge - Swiss Cottage London, England
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage Hostel London
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Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel London

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel ?

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel ?

Yep, Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel has a self car park for GBP 10.00 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

What makes Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private patios in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel .

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel ?

No, Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel ?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel ?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 461 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Guillaume

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Meghan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Excellent location . Very clean & well run. Relaxing and calming
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such lovely people, staff and travelers, extremely clean, safe, beautiful and well maintained, safe lockers for valuables and luggage, walking distance to great transportation, lift was very appreciated for moving luggage and after long days of walking around and I met so many lovely people from all over the place. I really cannot say anything bad about my lengthy stay here. I WILL come back and miss everyone I’ve met. Thank you for making my stay so wonderful.
Lounge - very beautiful, large, airy, comfortable, quiet but open to socializing opportunities.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Muhammad

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

10/10 Excellent

Yumiko

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Wai Ling

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Safe neighbour hood

House keeping staff are attentative and detauled when cleaning rooms. Has curtain on bunk beds. The pantry is very small and unable to cater more than 1 person if they are cooking. Fridge is extremely packed and food often get stolen even with name/bed number on. Has lift. Safe and quiet area
Curtain
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

S

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms smell
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

S

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room smelled like urine. Not recent but ‘soaked’ into the floor boards. There was insufficient lighting in the room. The place will do for a night but not longer
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The croissants were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Goods price
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine, Auburn

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Very comfortable

I was happy with the room and facilities. I was able to park overnight for £10.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, just not a very social hostel. Would have liked more planned activities or an engaging staff. Overall an affordable option.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corrie

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
I enjoyed my stay here, would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aisha, Bristol

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Narendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s was a great stay, everything is spot on. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicholas, Edmonton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff that I originally interacted with was friendly but there were a couple staff members who seemed like they could care less when approached. The rooms were clean, but the showers were lackluster and right fitting. Having to use your key card everytime to access the nearest bathroom was a pain.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best all around, no air conditioning wasn't great but still will come back and the people there are wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

It is what it is.

This is my third time staying here, but first time in the summer. I happened to stay during one of the heat waves, no AC, windows barely open, even after the temp cooled off outside it still remained uncomfortably hot inside the room. There’s a separate women’s only bathroom that was out of order that made the only one on the floor a lot busier than it should have been. The neighbourhood was great, and proximity to the tube was perfect! I guess at the end of the day you just need to know that you get what you pay for. A convenient place to sleep near transit, but lacks some creature comforts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025