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Balham Lodge

3.0 star property
Edwardian guesthouse in London with a 24-hour front desk

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Property entrance
Interior entrance
Terrace/patio
Triple Room, Multiple Beds
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan

Explore the area

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204 Bedford Hill, London, England, SW12 9HJ
  • Place, Tooting Bec Lido
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Wandsworth Common
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Clapham Common
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Classic Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Single Room, 1 Single Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

London

At Balham Lodge, you'll be 8.5 km (5.3 mi) from Buckingham Palace and 8.8 km (5.5 mi) from Kensington High Street. Highlights at this Edwardian guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Wandsworth guest house include Clapham Common and Sloane Square.
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What's nearby

  • Tooting Bec Lido - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • London Sewing Machine Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wandsworth Common - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Clapham Common - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • St George's, University of London - 8 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Balham Underground Station - 13 min walk
  • Balham Station - 14 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rose & Crown - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Bedford - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Milk Run - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Joice Café - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Caminata - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Balham Lodge

Edwardian guesthouse in London with a 24-hour front desk
As a guest of Balham Lodge, you'll find multilingual staff, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Balham Lodge also features laundry facilities, a front desk safe, and a communal living room. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star London guest house is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1910
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Balham Lodge offers 16 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. 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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured parking on site (GBP 12 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1910
  • Communal living room
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 14 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Secured self-parking fee: GBP 12 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 14 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Balham Hotel London
Balham Lodge London
Balham Lodge London
Balham Lodge Guesthouse
Balham Lodge Guesthouse London

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Balham Lodge?

Balham Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Balham Lodge?

As of 8 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balham Lodge on 11 Jan 2026 start from AU$132.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Balham Lodge?

Yep, Balham Lodge has a secured self car park for GBP 12 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Is Balham Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Balham Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Balham Lodge?

No, Balham Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Balham Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Balham Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Balham Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 430 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 430 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 430 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 430 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 430 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff and very close to Belham tube station. Room was very clean and tidy with coffee and tea available
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, good value for London with clean and attractive rooms. Short walk from Balham and next door to Tooting Bec common. My second visit and I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahzaib

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

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and peaceful accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lovely property, just what we needed for a london visit, was able to take the bus right across the road to go where we needed to go, would love to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

A D

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

Solo concert trip

All good, a little out of the way but ok as 15 walk to main rail station, someone on reception, room very clean, bed comfortable, heating on ,safe and quiet, room dated and tv a effort tobget to work as poor controls hence 1 star off..for a budget stay and price very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

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

Good accommodation reasonable priced

Clean room, comfortable in very convenient location. 10 mins walk to Balham stationl. Staff very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent as always.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawid

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bardzo dobrze
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are fantastic and the building itself is just beautiful . Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

TANIA DIGGINES

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahzaib

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

10/10 Excellent

Shahzaib

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

10/10 Excellent

Shahzaib

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Ideal room

Lovely stay again, quiet small room was ideal. Lime scooters next to hotel which made transport even easier and cheap.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little walk from the station but lovely room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025