The hype
Travelers are obsessed with the location and the free breakfast, often calling it 'perfect for sightseeing.'
The Sanctuary House Hotel
$197-443/ nuit
Réservez si You want a quintessential London experience—sleeping above a Fuller's pub in the shadow of Big Ben without the 5-star price tag.
Pourquoi les gens l'adorent
- Unbeatable Westminster location (5 mins to the Abbey)
- Full English breakfast is included in every rate
- The 'sleeping above a pub' vibe without the usual noise (mostly)
En bref : It's a charming Victorian relic where the location does the heavy lifting, the carpets are a bit tired, but the free breakfast makes you forgive the small rooms.
Évalué par @makindayscount: I stayed in this incredible hidden gem in London! The room felt so cozy with its red velvet headboard and chic armchair. It was the perfect quiet escape, and I loved having a coffee right by the window before heading out.
Ce que les clients qui ont séjourné ici ont dit
Reality check
The 'Cosy Double' rooms are genuinely tiny, and the common area carpets (stairs/hallways) are often described as 'threadbare' or 'straight out of the 1980s.'
- You plan to spend your entire day sightseeing in Westminster
- You appreciate a hearty, free breakfast to start the day
- You want a safe, traditional British feel rather than modern minimalism
Propreté et entretien
8.8
- Housekeeping: Daily and efficient. Rooms are generally kept very tidy.
- Bathroom hygiene: Sparkling. Grout is usually white, no mold reports found.
- Maintenance: The building is old. Expect creaky floors and some scuffed paint in hallways.
- Linens & towels: Crisp white linens, decent quality towels (not luxury, but clean).
- Odors & scents: Generally fresh, though hallways can smell faintly of 'old building' or pub food during dinner service.
Sleepability™
7.5SILENCIEUX
0-4BRUYANT
4-7.5MODÉRÉ
7.5-10SILENCIEUX
- Creaky floorboards from rooms above
- Morning delivery trucks/dumpsters in the alley
- Pub noise on the first floor (if staying on lower levels)
Avant de réserver
Bon à savoir
- Breakfast is included in ALL rates (a rarity in London)
- There is NO on-site parking; nearest is Q-Park Westminster (~£35/day)
- Luggage storage is available if you arrive before the 3 PM check-in
Quoi emporter
- Earplugs (for the creaky floors)
- US-to-UK power adapter (older rooms may lack USB ports)
- Slippers (the carpets in the room are clean, but the hallway ones are tired)
Génie des chambres
Meilleurs choix
- Deluxe Double (Room 401/402 area) for more space and less street noise
- Superior Twin for friends traveling together (decent width)
Chambres à éviter
- Cosy Double rooms (unless you are solo and very short)
- 1st-floor rooms directly above the pub if you sleep early
Génie de demande de chambre – copier & coller
“I'd love a room on the top floor (3rd or 4th) facing the back for quiet, preferably away from the lift shaft. If the pub renovation is ongoing, please ensure I'm as far from the work zone as possible.”
FAQ et astuces cachées
Tout ce que vous voulez vraiment savoir avant de réserver.
Is the pub actually open?
It was closed for refurbishment in Jan/Feb 2026. Check the latest status directly with the hotel before relying on it for dinner.
Does the hotel have air conditioning?
Yes, all rooms have AC, which is a huge plus for London summers.
Is breakfast free?
Yes, a full English or continental buffet is included in the room rate.
How far is Big Ben?
Literally a 5-7 minute walk. You are in the heart of it.
Is there a lift?
Yes, but it's small and occasionally temperamental. Not reliable for heavy freight.
Can I bring my dog?
No, only assistance dogs are permitted.
Conseils d'initiés
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Ask for a 'fresh milk' refill for your room fridge at the bar—they usually oblige.
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The 'Deluxe Family Room' often has a sofa bed and is the only way to fit 3 people comfortably.
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Use the St. James's Park tube station exit 'Broadway/Tothill St'—it's 2 minutes away.
5 choses à savoir avant de partir
💡The reception is on the first floor, not street level (there is a small lift).
💡The hallway carpets look like they've seen three decades of tourists.
💡You get a discount on food in the pub if you are a guest (when it's open).
💡The water pressure in the shower is excellent, but the sink taps can be slow to heat up.
💡There is a 'secret' back exit from the pub that leads closer to the tube station.
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