The Ship Rooms, London

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

171 Kennington Road, London, United Kingdom, SE11 6SF
Very good
7.9
/10
4.0
4.4
/5

The Ship Rooms, a 4-star London hotel, features cozy accommodations with modern amenities and free WiFi. Located in Kennington, popular for its proximity to The Oval cricket ground, it offers a convenient base for exploring key attractions.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Ship Rooms include a desk, flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and an electric kettle. Some rooms feature Nespresso machines and come with bed linen and towels.

Dining & Nearby Options

Nearby dining options include The Kennington Coffee Shop, The Walcot 1830, and La Parma Pizzeria, all within 0.5 km. Borough Market, known for its food offerings, is just 3 km away.

Attractions & Transportation

The area provides easy access to major attractions, including the Houses of Parliament (1 km), Buckingham Palace (2 km), and the National Gallery (2 km). The Ship Rooms is also close to transit points like Waterloo Station, just 1 km away.

Services & Connectivity

The property offers express check-in and check-out services. Nearby transportation includes multiple subway stations within 6 minutes walking distance, enhancing connectivity around the city.

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The Ship Rooms offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
65 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Double Room
2 persons
65 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Superior Double Room
2 persons
65 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine

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Facilities

The Ship Rooms offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Off-site car park
  • Handicap parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Ship Rooms Location

171 Kennington Road, London, United Kingdom, SE11 6SF
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171 Kennington Road, London, United Kingdom, SE11 6SF
Nearby
Museum
Imperial War Museums
700 ft
Restaurants
The Ship
500 ft
171 Kennington Road
The Walcot 1830
500 ft
171 Kennington Road
The Tankard by Draft House
700 ft
111 Kennington Road Next to the Imperial War Museum
La Parma Pizzeria
700 ft
113A Kennington Road Kennington
The Three Stags
1100 ft
67-69 Kennington Road
The Black Prince Pub
2000 ft
6 Black Prince Road Kennington
Big Ben Pizza
2200 ft
147 Lambeth Walk
The Steam Engine
1400 ft
41-42 Cosser Street
Pharmacy 2
2300 ft
1 Newport Street Newport Street Gallery In Vauxhall
Prince of Wales
3800 ft
51 St. Georges Road Elephant & Castle
The Tommyfield
3100 ft
185 Kennington Lane Kennington Cross
Getting around
City Centre
London23 min  ·  1.2 mi
Airports
London City Airport (LCY)23 min  ·  9.3 mi
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)44 min  ·  17.8 mi
Train
Elephant & Castle Railway Station11 min  ·  3000 ft
Waterloo Station15 min  ·  4000 ft
Underground
Kennington9 min  ·  2300 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
7

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Ship Rooms from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 419 verified reviews
7.8/10
Very good
82%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.5/10
Cleanliness
8.3/10
Comfort
8.2/10
Facilities
7.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.2/10
Location
8.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.6/10
Staff
9.2/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 1082 reviews
7.9/10
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