Hotels in Camberwell

Yes, Camberwell is absolutely worth a visit! It’s a lively, creative neighbourhood with a strong local identity and loads to explore. From green spaces like Burgess Park and Ruskin Park to the buzzing food scene, there’s something for every taste. Art lovers will enjoy the South London Gallery and events like the Camberwell Arts Festival, while pub-goers can hop between places. It’s a great spot to experience a different side of London!

Camberwell is known for its artistic and cultural vibe, thanks in part to the Camberwell College of Arts, which draws creatives from across the city. Historically, it was a village with healing springs and later became a middle-class suburb before evolving into a diverse urban area. The area has a rich history of music halls and theatres, and even lends its name to the rare Camberwell Beauty butterfly.

Camberwell covers a fairly compact area in South London. It includes neighbourhoods like Denmark Hill, Camberwell Green and parts of Peckham and Dulwich.

Camberwell is in Zone 2, which means it’s close to central London and well-connected by public transport, even though it doesn’t have its own Tube station.

Visitors to hotels in Camberwell will have all the sights and experiences of central London at their disposal but will also be able to see the best of the Camberwell district. With streets lined by well-preserved Georgian housing and a central green for relaxing, this district still gives a reprieve from central London attractions. What's more, Camberwell has developed into its own entity within the city and now has many cafes, restaurants and pubs that draw patrons from across the city. The Camberwell College of Arts means the area's a cultural hub as well, with the South London Gallery and House Café nearby. There’s plenty more to explore too. Burgess Park is ideal for walks, picnics and sports, while food lovers can enjoy standout spots like Zeret Kitchen for Ethiopian cuisine, Silk Road for bold Chinese dishes and Theo’s for sourdough pizza. Craft beer fans should check out Stormbird or Orbit Beers Taproom. For entertainment, the Blue Elephant Theatre hosts intimate performances, and the Camberwell Arts Festival brings the community together with exhibitions and events. 

No, Camberwell doesn’t have a tube station, but it’s well-served by buses and nearby train stations. Denmark Hill and Loughborough Junction are the closest rail stations, offering overground and Thameslink services to central London.

Camberwell Grove is often considered one of the best streets in the area. It’s lined with beautiful Georgian houses and has a peaceful, leafy feel despite being close to the action. It’s also home to the Grove House Tavern, a local favourite for food and drinks. Camberwell Church Street is another hotspot, packed with restaurants, pubs and cafes, making it a great place to eat, drink and soak up the local vibe.

Camberwell has a mix of practical and quirky shopping options. You’ll find everything from fresh produce at the farmers’ market on Camberwell Green to vinyl records and art supplies. There are also independent grocery shops, bakeries and boutiques scattered along Denmark Hill and Camberwell Church Street. It’s not a major retail destination, but it’s great for browsing and picking up unique finds.

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.