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Hour Glass Hotel

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Situated above a classic London pub, this family-operated budget hotel provides affordable accommodation along with complimentary Wi-Fi. Both Elephant & Castle and Kennington tube stations are accessible within a 15-minute stroll.

Every cozy room at Hour Glass is equipped with a TV, free tea and coffee-making amenities, a washbasin, and a fridge.

Guests will find ample shared bathroom and kitchen facilities, which include a washing machine and a dryer.

This Victorian pub and hotel features some of the original wooden framing. The pub also offers meals throughout the day. Just a 2-minute walk away, you’ll find Burgess Park, complete with a playground and barbecue facilities.

Hour Glass is conveniently located across from a bus stop, providing straightforward access to the city center. A variety of restaurants and clubs, including the renowned Ministry of Sound in Elephant and Castle, are reachable within a 5-minute drive.

Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
2 single beds

Facilities of Hour Glass Hotel

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi

  • Parking

  • Family rooms

  • Non-smoking rooms

  • Terrace

  • Bar

  • Laundry

  • Heating

  • Daily housekeeping

  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Towels

Bedroom

  • Linen

  • Wardrobe or closet

  • Alarm clock

View

  • Landmark view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

  • Sun terrace

  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

  • Electric kettle

  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

  • Drying rack for clothing

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)

  • Happy hour

    Additional charge

  • Cycling

    Off-site

  • Darts

  • Games room

  • Fishing

    Additional chargeOff-site

Media & Technology

  • Blu-ray player

  • Flat-screen TV

  • Cable channels

  • CD player

  • DVD player

  • Radio

  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne

    Additional charge

  • Snack bar

  • Breakfast in the room

  • Bar

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Street parking

  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

  • Private check-in/check-out

  • Concierge service

  • Luggage storage

  • Express check-in/check-out

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping

  • Ironing service

  • Laundry

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying

    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers

  • CCTV outside property

  • CCTV in common areas

  • Smoke alarms

  • Security alarm

  • Key access

General

  • Pet bowls

  • Shared lounge/TV area

  • Designated smoking area

  • Non-smoking throughout

  • Heating

  • Carpeted

  • Soundproof rooms

  • Fan

  • Family rooms

  • Ironing facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages spoken

  • Czech

  • English

  • Spanish

  • Italian

  • Polish

  • Russian

  • Slovak

House rules
Hour Glass Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00

Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. That’s about € 58. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets
Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardJCBMaestroSoloUnionPay credit cardCash

The essential details
Important information for guests at this location

If you are arriving outside the designated check-in hours, please get in touch with the hotel to arrange special check-in procedures. Be aware that additional fees may apply.

To reach the Hour Glass, you may take bus 343 from Tower Bridge, London Bridge, and Elephant and Castle, bus 136 from Elephant and Castle, or bus 42 from Liverpool Street, Tower Bridge, and East Street.

The property holds the right to deny entry to guests who do not present valid ID or a booking confirmation and may pre-authorise credit cards three days in advance of the arrival date.

For bookings made with third-party credit cards, the property requires permission from the cardholder via email to process charges.

Nearby time-restricted parking is available on Thurlow Street and Kinglake Street from 18:30 to 8:30. On-site parking is also offered for an additional fee: £8.00 for one standard vehicle per day and £11.00 for one commercial vehicle/van/pick-up per day. Please inform the reception upon your arrival.

A fully equipped kitchen featuring a stove, microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer, electric kettle, and kitchenware is accessible for guest use.

Upon check-in, guests are required to present a photo ID and a credit card. Please be aware that all Special Requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.

Please notify Hour Glass Hotel ahead of your anticipated arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box during the booking process or reach out to the property directly using the contact information provided in your confirmation.

In compliance with government guidelines aimed at minimizing the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is currently not accepting guests from specific countries, during applicable dates.

In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the property has implemented additional safety and sanitation protocols.

Food and beverage services at this location may be limited or unavailable due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

To prioritize the safety of both guests and staff in light of Coronavirus (COVID-19), the property has taken measures that may affect certain services and amenities.

Due to the effects of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced its reception and service hours.

In line with government directives to limit the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), the property may ask for extra documentation from guests to verify identity, travel plans, and other pertinent information during the applicable dates.

Staying at this property for the purpose of Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine is not permitted.

A damage deposit of £50 is required upon arrival. This will be charged to your credit card. You should expect reimbursement within seven days of checking out. Your deposit will be fully refunded via credit card, pending an inspection of the property.

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