Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

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

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Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Reception
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Garden
VIP Access

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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Room options

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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
Separate bedroom
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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
Separate bedroom
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 12 Bed Dorm)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Twin ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Ensuite Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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
Separate bedroom
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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
Separate bedroom
10 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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
Separate bedroom
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
40 College Crescent, Swiss Cottage, London, England, NW3 5LB

What's nearby

  • Regent's Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • ZSL London Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Hyde Park - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Marble Arch - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Oxford Street - 8 min drive - 4.2 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
  • ‪Barista - on the other side - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tortilla - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde Swiss Cottage - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

Hostel near Hyde Park
Take advantage of a terrace, shopping on-site and a garden at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel . Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket information, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services
  • ATM/banking services, a reception hall and a lift
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Private gardens, communal kitchens and heating

Languages

English, French, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Romanian, Spanish

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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
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day

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
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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Lodge Swiss Cottage
Palmers Cottage Swiss Lodge
Palmers Lodge
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage London
Palmers Swiss Cottage
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
Palmers Swiss Hostel London
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel London

Frequently asked questions

Is Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel ?

Self-parking is available for GBP 10.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel ?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel ?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel located?

Located in Camden, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hampstead Heath and Regent's Park. Marble Arch and Oxford Street are also within 3 miles (5 km). Swiss Cottage Underground Station and Finchley Road Underground Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 451 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Safe environment.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kin Chung

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with just few minutes walk to Tube station. The hostel is beautiful, as well as the nice room and bed. Space is enough and staff are nice. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay here. I wish my window opened as it got pretty hot on the 3rd floor but other than that it was clean and in a great area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Amenities
Great location and value for money. Breakfast is very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oyebode

Liked: Amenities
Nice and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful time here
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay. Free juices and water, had a full kitchen so I could make my coffee every morning, and staff are nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, staff very helpful. Close to a lot of transport options.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Yasmin Ivana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay wa good overall. A clean place, nice people, good breakfast. The only thing I regret is that there was a roommate who was very noisy and even ate in bed while we wanted to sleep.. But that is not the fault of the hostel, so it was all barbarous in general lines. I will definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a superb property. The location is great , just a 2 min walk from the tube station. I recommend you asking for a room on the 1st floor . The basement rooms can feel claustrophobic and there is no ac
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre

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

Brilliant for the Money

Warm Greeting at Check in Fantastic staff throughout the building Clean&Tidy And Warm and Cosy at Bed time
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place clean and well maintained. Staff was friendly. Bed was confortable and well equipped
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great building.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatsuhisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not my first time at Palmer's Lodge - Swiss Cottage, but the staff were AMAZING!!! Everyone was KIND, KNOWLEDGABLE, and FRIENDLY especially Sarah and Matt!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

ellen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The place was under construction this should have been mentioned before booking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, staff were hospitable as always. It’s clean and comfortable. Always a pleasure to be staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very efficient and helpful. Also extremely professional at what they do. Thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gyorgyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The outside of the building looks disheveled and unkempt.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A room for a night

Great location, clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and bedding was clean and fresh. Surrounding area was very nice also.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ana Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was Good .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

aiden

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

Nice stay

Nice building Helpful staff Room was a bit too hot
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024