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The Penny Farthing Hotel

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The Penny Farthing Hotel, 296 - 298 High Street, Harpenden -0800 031 8416
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3.75
HOTEL RATING: 
GOOD
3.75 out of 5 (955 Ratings)
12.4 miles Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
v22 mins driving
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Hotel Description
The Pennyfarthing is an independent hotel in the center of Berkhamsted just 6 minutes' walk from Berkhamsted Railway Station. Free Wi-Fi and limited private parking available (additional fees applicable). Located in a Grade 2 listed building the 19 rooms with attached bathroom have air conditioning flat-screen TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. Berkhamsted is a small country town about 30 minutes' drive from Luton Airport.

Check-in time: 15:00   Check-out time: 11:00
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Amenities View More
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Free Internet
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Non Smoking
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Free Breakfast
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Pets Allowed
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Accessible
Other Amenities
` Air Conditioning
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Heating
` On-site parking
` 24-hour security
` Accessible parking
` Designated Smoking Area
` Free Wi-Fi
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Parking Available
` Pet basket
` Pet bowls
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Access to health care professionals
` Free face masks
` Contactless check-in/out
` Food delivery
` Electronic room key
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Non-smoking property
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Parking available (charges may apply)

The Penny Farthing Hotel Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Good (3.75 out of 5)

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5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Hannah Fri, 4 July 2025

Exceptional

2

Disappointing - 2.0 out of 5

Don Tue, 1 July 2025

Disappointing

Liked: Nothing much
Disliked: Bit grim

2

Disappointing - 2.0 out of 5

Hall Mon, 30 June 2025

Disappointing

Liked: Location
Disliked: Run down. not really a hotel now. no breakfast facilities other than going to another establishment

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Jonathan Sun, 29 June 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Mark Sun, 29 June 2025

Exceptional

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Gill Sat, 28 June 2025

Pleasant

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Heather Sat, 28 June 2025

Good

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Nataliia Fri, 27 June 2025

Very good

Liked: Everything as described.
Disliked: Super tiny room

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Tim Fri, 27 June 2025

Good for a stay if...

Liked: Clean. Near pubs and restaurants.
Disliked: No bar. Had to walk 10-15 minutes to get breakfast in a different pub.

2.5

Fair - 2.5 out of 5

Donna Thu, 26 June 2025

Passable

Liked: The location was excellent, the staff were friendly and helpful and the bed was comfortable.
Disliked: There was a leak in the wardrobe, the shower kept going hot and cold and the room was tired and needed revamping.

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The Penny Farthing Hotel 296 - 298 High Street, Harpenden