Stamford Bridge hotels

Definitely! Whether you’re a die-hard Chelsea supporter, a football fan in general or just curious about London’s sporting culture, Stamford Bridge is a great stop. The stadium tours take you behind the scenes into the changing rooms, players’ tunnel and press areas, while the museum gives you a real sense of the club’s history. Even on non-matchdays, it’s a lively place to explore with restaurants, pubs and a buzzing atmosphere.

The closest station is Fulham Broadway on the District Line. From there, it’s just a five-minute walk to the stadium. If you’re coming in from further out, West Brompton and Earls Court are also within walking distance, making it easy to reach from most parts of London.

Stamford Bridge is best known as the home of Chelsea Football Club since 1905. It’s hosted countless Premier League and European matches and for fans it’s a bucket-list ground to visit. Beyond football, it’s also a well-known London landmark with a reputation for being one of the capital’s most iconic sporting venues.

The stadium can hold just over 40,000 spectators, making it one of the larger football grounds in London. While it’s not as huge as Wembley, it still delivers an incredible matchday atmosphere and feels very close to the action.

Stamford Bridge isn’t just about the football. You’ll find more pubs within a mile radius than any other English football ground, so pre- and post-match celebrations are easy to come by. On site, there’s also the Chelsea FC Museum and the megastore for fans wanting to soak up even more of the club’s history. But the fun doesn’t stop at the stadium gates. Just a short walk away you’ve got Earl’s Court and Fulham Broadway, packed with restaurants, cafes and shops. The King’s Road in Chelsea is also close by, great for browsing boutiques or enjoying a relaxed lunch. If you fancy stretching your legs, the River Thames is within easy reach for a scenic riverside stroll. Culture lovers can hop on the tube and be at the Victoria and Albert Museum, Natural History Museum or Science Museum in under 15 minutes. For theatre and music, The Royal Albert Hall is also nearby. And if you want a proper London day out, central hotspots like Buckingham Palace, Covent Garden and the West End are only about 20 minutes by tube. 

A standard stadium tour usually lasts around 60 minutes, but you’ll want to allow extra time to enjoy the museum, browse the megastore and maybe grab a drink or bite to eat nearby. Altogether, you can easily spend a couple of hours here.

Yes, you can walk around parts of the stadium even if you don’t have a ticket on matchday. The stadium tours let you explore inside, while the area outside is filled with pubs, restaurants and great photo spots for those who just want to soak in the vibe.

Start with a stadium tour and the Chelsea FC Museum to dive into the history of the club. Football fans can stock up on gear at the megastore. If you’re hungry or fancy a pre- or post-tour pint, there are plenty of pubs and eateries nearby. And if you’re making a day of it, you’re right by the King’s Road for shopping, Fulham Broadway for food and nightlife and within a short tube ride of London’s big attractions like the museums in South Kensington and the River Thames.

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.