274 Kilburn High Rd, Camden, London, NW6 2BY, United Kingdom
#20 of 874 B&Bs and Inns in London
Guests' ChoiceBased on 73 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
8.2
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
9.4
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Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Steve
Australia2 flights of stairs to the room. - but otherwise all good.
Great staff, very friendly. Good evening and Sunday lunch food options.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Db_1960
United KingdomClose to tube + overground trains (5 min max on foot). Perfectly considered + delivered. Room was spacious, pleasing in its design + equipped to highest standard. The food in the restaurant/bar was as good as any + superior to many more fancied restaurants + good value for money into the bargain. Continental-type breakfast: all fresh + tasty. A gem of a place . Great credit to the management + staff. Thanks.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Ashleigh
United KingdomN/A
The staff were lovely and the room was so comfortable. The breakfast was cute and very tasty. Would definitely return.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Lauren
United KingdomKettle was on throughout the night with no water and therefore boiling in the morning
Location and modern design
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Randyfakier
South AfricaOur plugs kept tripping due an electrical issue but the team were very helpful sorting it out Otherwise everything was exceptional
Loved staying at the Black Lion. It was a very comfortable stay. My husband and I arrived a few hours before check in and we were allowed to have an earlier check in. Our room was clean and fresh. We were given complimentary waters each day. The continental breakfast each morning was fresh and well presented. Not many options for breakfast but I thought it was adequate. The building is beautiful and the pub is exceptional. The area around the Black Lion was lively and safe, nearby bus & train stops. Will definitely recommend staying here
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Douglas
United StatesNo air conditioning would be my only complaint. Despite lots of street noise the room was quiet with windows shut but needed ventilation/cooling on the hot days we were there (high 70s F).
Beautifully appointed rooms, large, comfortable beds, wash cloths (!), fabulous shower, excellent continental breakfast and friendly/helpful staff.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Apryl
United StatesIt was a good distance from the popular spots and Heathrow, but the underground isn’t a far walk from the guesthouse. No real complaints.
The room was very nice, it overlooked the street which was very busy at night. The room was a comfortable size for two. The gentlemen who worked there helped us carry our bags up the steps. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. They even held our bags after check out. Continental breakfast in the pub was just enough each morning. The pub is beautiful and their Sunday roast was fabulous!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Emmmanuel
FranceOur stay at the hotel was excellent. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff's friendliness was outstanding. They made sure I felt welcome and helped with any needs promptly. Highly recommended for great service and quality!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Sonia
United KingdomBeautiful, modern and comfortable room with lovely toiletries and cold bottled drinking water. The pub was stunning with panelling and decor. Breakfast was delicious. Also booked for evening meal which was excellent
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Jolyn
United StatesThe location was a little noisy, but it didn't bother us at night with the windows closed.
The room was absolutely gorgeous, and the bed was insanely comfortable. It was the best night's sleep we had our entire trip! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Chloë
United KingdomPossibly a cooked breakfast option instead of the continental
Beautiful hotel. Honestly couldn’t fault it. The decor was tasteful and beautiful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Sarah
United KingdomNothing it was good value
The room was lovely, beautifully clean and well decorated. The breakfast was continental but lots of food offered.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Linda
United KingdomCouldn't fault it
Lovely old pub with fabulous boutique bedroom. Very friendly and attentive staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Suvi
FinlandVery nice and clean hotel. Helpful staff. Good location for the public transport.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Kirwan
United KingdomNo iron was available only a steamer, even though the continental breakfast was very tasty and the yoghurt jars and croissants were beautiful cooked options would be good.
It felt very new and clean whilst keeping the buildings history/charm. Old stove made into a feature in my room. Food and drinks were really good especially the lamb chops.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Jo
United KingdomFurther away from where we wanted to be but the accommodation was lovely
Continental breakfast, good service
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Paul
United KingdomNo negative comments at all
Unique surroundings. Premises and room spotless. Staff excellent.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Leanne
United KingdomThe only thing which we found frustrating was the noise levels on the street but this isn’t something that the owners could control. We weren’t woken up but you could hear the hustle and bustle of London.
The property is beautiful - it was an old building which had clearly been looked after well, with the pub having some outstanding ceilings and wooden panelling. The tube to Covent Garden was only 20 minutes. The hotel room was exactly as advertised on their site, was spacious, clean and with lovely decor. The food both in the pub and served st breakfast was brilliant and the staff from the pub and hotel were so helpful and friendly. They were more than happy to help my partner who’d asked for an early check in and Prosecco in the room for my birthday - they even did me a birthday card. We will definitely be back.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Meabh
IrelandRooms were extremely clean. Continental Breakfast was perfect. Hotel is 5 mins away from both Underground and Overground stations. We had our own personal entrance to Guesthouse which was very handy for comings and goings. There were unlimited free water bottles available which was great. Staff were extremely accommodating and kept our bags after checkout so we could continue to explore. There isn’t much in the area but the stations are so close I can’t complain. Highly recommend the Black Lion and would stay again!!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Hannah
NorwayEnjoyed our stay but electricity tripped several times in our room which was slightly inconvenient. The bed felt rather hard. Quite a noisy street in terms of traffic.
Very stylish rooms and pub. Very clean, attractive room and bathroom. Great staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 March 2024
Payne
United KingdomCouldn't find fault
Beautiful building, very tastefully decorated. Warm welcome by staff, even though we arrived early. Very clean and comfortable room. Lovely continental breakfast. It was a shame we only stayed one night, so didn't have the opportunity to try and evening meal. Convenient access to jubilee line, so we very easily travelled to and from O2 arena.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Adrian
JerseyWe Liked everything about The Black Lion. The location was ideal for links to London
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Sue
United KingdomWould have preferred something hot for breakfast - hadn’t realised it was continental.
Food was amazing - we had lunch and evening meal here, staff were so friendly.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Helen
United KingdomNothing
Beautiful building with lovely rooms with wonder decor.
Stayed in March 2024
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