Beautiful room, quiet, cosy. Authentic Historic Hotel

Stayed in August 2025

Plumbing needs a little work.

Breakfast was very good. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Room was very comfortable.

Stayed in July 2025

Typical comforter bed coverings are too hot for me and the insides must be removed. A top sheet and blanket is better.

Did not have the breakfast

Stayed in July 2025

Rain shower to low and head needed replacing

Great Location

Stayed in July 2025

The Wifi, or lack there of. Expect to use your phone data.

We had a great stay at the Fox & Anchor during a warm summer visit to London. The room was surprisingly spacious and very well-appointed, with excellent accessibility and a large, comfortable bathroom. Despite the lively pub downstairs, we were pleasantly surprised by how quiet the room was—perfect for a good night’s sleep. The air conditioning was a real highlight, especially given the heat during our stay. It kept the room cool and comfortable throughout, which made a big difference after long days exploring the city. The only downside was the WiFi. Unfortunately, it was patchy at best and often dropped out completely. Coming from Australia, we had hoped to rely on the hotel WiFi rather than burning through international data, so this was a bit disappointing. That said, the overall experience was very positive, and we'd still recommend the Fox & Anchor for its charm, comfort, and location - just be prepared with your own data plan if you need reliable internet.

Stayed in June 2025

The stairs are very steep and the bar was quite dark when you walked in. Took a little time for your eyes to adjust

Rooms were quirky and very comfortable. Great location and close to the underground

Stayed in June 2025

Lot of stuff in the room, four cups and 10 glasses, sometimes, less is more.

Room was comfortable and brilliant air con on a really hot evening.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing really. The room was even better than I expected.

Very well appointed room above a busy pub in Farringdon but very quiet and comfortable which was a nice surprise. Separate bathroom with roll top bath was lovely and staff were helpful on check and out.

Stayed in June 2025

No toilet roll in the room & only realised after no staff available to tell. Luckily had some tissues, probably just an over sight but there was no way to remedy this which was a bit awkward. No English breakfast tea - just earl grey & green tea and that isn’t the general preference in the morning. No decaf coffee Was advised by bar staff when dropping bags was fine to come later to check in - whilst appreciate the ‘check in by 10’ is in t’s & c’s it would be helpful if staff knew this and helped customers by advising and reiterated this to customers. We made it clear we would be back late (as seeing a show) and the staff behind the bar at the time couldn’t be less interested if they tried or were not bothered or trained to provide advice. Luckily the manager had tried to call me and he came down to check us in and gave us our bags which were stored - albeit he made us feel like naughty school girls telling us off which wasn’t appreciated. We were nothing but polite and apologetic. We asked he take the feedback to ensure his staff advise ‘customers’ (yes - imagine, a customer paying circa. £250 for a night in a room in a pub) of the terms so it’s really clear. We were there around 14:30 … got No, you can’t check until 15:00 - I’m sure the room as ready but hey ho! You live and learn and whilst there positives and it wasn’t awful it left a slight bitter taste l, shame.

Room was stylish with nice touches, what I’d expect for the price. Great location Manager (lovely lady) on the Sunday was super helpful to go and retrieve a ‘left behind’ belonging from the room post check out

Stayed in May 2025

Just minor things. The light switches are not well located. No milk for tea , *there's a note saying to ring for it but the number wasn't answered and no milk was privided

Amazing room, quirky and interesting made our stay enjoyable. Staff very friendly, welcoming and helpful, thank you.

Stayed in April 2025

Shame about the dripping tap in the sink

Very comfortable modern rooms and clean bathrooms.

Stayed in April 2025

N/A

Great stay

Stayed in March 2025

Location, friendly staff, nothing was too much trouble

Stayed in March 2025

The shared spaces could do with a bit of a refresh - stairwell etc. but the room was immaculate and really thoughtfully styled

Really nice room. Good food and service. A lovely little place with soul. Amazing bath!

Stayed in January 2025

location, room size, bathroom

Stayed in December 2024

Curtains falling off the rails in our bedroom Noise from the very early drayman delivery was extremely loud ( we knew there would be some noise as close to the market and it is a pub! But it was so loud that we couldn’t sleep!

Location Homely feel

Stayed in December 2024

We were a family group travelling with adult children - first room was perfect the second had badly stained carpets in entrance and lights that didn’t work which reduced the luxury feel- also near fans which went on and off all night which could disturb some. Might be worth checking which rooms available and ask quieter room if an issue. I would recommend a bit of a spruce up to St Paul’s though .

Great location and amazing building / pub. Rooms very nicely styled and claw foot baths and toiletries a lovely treat. Able to store luggage after checking out which was very helpful and transferring from international flight to visiting family at xmas so had a lot of luggage between us. Breakfast was delicious.

Stayed in December 2024

Some amenities a little outdated

The staff was very friendly and helpful, the room and the pub were lovely, very old and traditional but comfortable and had all you need. The breakfast was excellent! I really liked the big bathroom with both shower and huge bathtub. The Elizabeth line is a very short walk away. It was really quiet too.

Stayed in December 2024

Lots of stairs to climb

The breakfast was delicious.

Stayed in October 2024

Comfortable bed and fantastic shower

Stayed in September 2024

I think certain things could be replaced, e.g the carpet in front of our room door had massive spots on. Or in the bathroom the sealing looses the paint etc. So for me it’s the small details especially when you pay so much money for it.

We had a super spacious room, I think it was a different one then here on the pictures because we had a shower. Comfortable bed, great stocked mini bar. Everyone was super friendly, food in the pub was super nice . It’s quiet and with the tube stations around easy to reach everything.

Stayed in September 2024

The walk to the top floor was abit of a killer. The hair conditioner was completely watered down which was a nightmare after shampooing. Breakfast downstairs is ridiculously expensive and not that great!

Very Cozy rooms, a little on the small side but the design is Gorgeous. Beds very comfy.

Stayed in August 2024

Shower head as it seemed to be broken, lamp in bathroom was falling off, the ceiling in bathroom needs redoing as it’s pealing and looks to have damp or mould.

Staff (a lady who was there for check in and check out) was lovely, bed super comfortable, the bath was huge and amazing! Loved the decor

Stayed in August 2024

One minor point, the heated bathroom floor was incredibly hot. Almost too hot to walk on in bare feet. Perhaps not even required in August?

We soon felt very comfortable and at home in the Market Suite. Although the pub was busy we were greeted by a very nice manager in the downstairs bar, checked in and were given our key card and made our way to the first floor. The Market Suite is slightly strange in that you enter via the bathroom but this leads on to a comfy lounge and separate bedroom. I was pleasantly surprised that the lounge had access to a small roof terrace with seating. We went down to the bar mid evening for drinks. Standing room only at first on a busy Thursday eve, but having booked a table for dinner the same manager showed us to a cosy booth at the rear of the pub. We chose the London Platter. A freshly prepared mix of bar snacks to share and it was delicious. A few more drinks were enjoyed before heading back upstairs. I imagine it's quite a peaceful location being in a back street, but as the Market Suite is to the rear of the building it was completely quiet over night. We had the most lovely time and should we be attending the Barbican Theatre again would definitely stay here.

Stayed in August 2024