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Frances St House

Simple rooms in Woolwich, with bathroom choices to make first

Frances St House offers single and double rooms in Woolwich, with shared or private bathrooms. A kettle, desk and free Wi-Fi cover the basics for time indoors. Choose the bathroom arrangement carefully, and plan arrival and rail connections before setting out.

Frances St Guest House

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5 Frances Street, Greenwich, London, SE18 5EF, United KingdomLocation

Why stay at Frances St House?

A practical option for solo travellers or couples with plans in Woolwich and southeast London. Start with the single or double room you need, then choose a private or shared bathroom. A kettle, desk and Wi-Fi provide useful basics between trips out.

  • A room for one or twoSingle rooms are advertised for one adult and doubles for two. Check the exact option and any child occupancy when booking.
  • Bathroom choiceBoth bed types have shared-bathroom and private-bathroom options. Choose explicitly if having a bathroom to yourself is important.
  • Useful room basicsAn electric kettle, desk, television and free in-room Wi-Fi help with a simple overnight stay. Cooking facilities should not be assumed.
Area
Woolwich, southeast London
Arrival
4pm–11.30pm
Departure
By 10am
Parking
None provided at the property

Overview

Choose the bathroom, then plan the journey

The clearest choice at Frances St House is between a room with its own bathroom and one that shares. Both single and double options are advertised, with a kettle, desk, television and free Wi-Fi for a straightforward stay. Woolwich is the setting, so build the London itinerary around the transport connections rather than expecting the main central sights outside the door.

No parking is provided. For a rail arrival, distinguish Woolwich Dockyard from Woolwich Arsenal and the Elizabeth line station at Woolwich. They are separate stations, and the most useful approach depends on the journey and luggage.

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Rooms

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Double bed with an orange runner, desk and dark curtains

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 216 m²

A double bed for two adults in an advertised area of about 16 square metres. The bathroom is shared. Ask which facilities serve the allocated room and whether they are on the same floor; an older host answer described two rooms sharing one bathroom.

Facilities
  • 1 double bed
  • Shared bathroom
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Desk
  • Free in-room Wi-Fi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming and satellite channels
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe
  • Clothes rack
  • Socket near the bed
  • Iron
  • Linen
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Hairdryer and toiletries
  • Possible extra charge for towels or sheets
  • Air purifier advertised
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Desk, wall-mounted television and double bed in a guest room

Double Room with Private Bathroom

Sleeps 218 m²

A double bed for two adults with a private bathroom and an advertised area of about 18 square metres. This is the double option to choose when sharing a bathroom would not suit the stay. Room allocation and the route upstairs still need checking if access matters.

Facilities
  • 1 double bed
  • Private bathroom
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Desk
  • Free in-room Wi-Fi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming and satellite channels
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe
  • Clothes rack
  • Socket near the bed
  • Iron
  • Linen
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Hairdryer and toiletries
  • Possible extra charge for towels or sheets
  • Air purifier advertised
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Single Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 116 m²

A single bed for one adult, with a shared bathroom and an advertised area of about 16 square metres. This option suits a solo traveller who is comfortable sharing. Ask which bathroom serves the allocated room and whether it is on the same floor.

Facilities
  • 1 single bed
  • Shared bathroom
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Desk
  • Free in-room Wi-Fi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming and satellite channels
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe
  • Clothes rack
  • Socket near the bed
  • Iron
  • Linen
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Hairdryer and toiletries
  • Possible extra charge for towels or sheets
  • Air purifier advertised
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Single Room with Private Bathroom

Sleeps 118 m²

A single bed for one adult with a private bathroom, advertised at about 18 square metres. Choose this option when having a bathroom to yourself matters. Ask about the room’s floor and layout if access or luggage space affects the choice.

Facilities
  • 1 single bed
  • Private bathroom
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Desk
  • Free in-room Wi-Fi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming and satellite channels
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe
  • Clothes rack
  • Socket near the bed
  • Iron
  • Linen
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Hairdryer and toiletries
  • Possible extra charge for towels or sheets
  • Air purifier advertised
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Compact tiled shower room with a toilet and hand basin

Make the bathroom choice explicit

A shared bathroom means leaving the room to use facilities also used by other guests. A host answer from January 2022 described two rooms sharing one bathroom, but the precise allocation and floor should be checked for the chosen room.

A private-bathroom option is the clearer starting point for guests who do not want to share. The photographs associated with the rooms overlap, so choose from the actual room name and confirmed facilities rather than the appearance of a general gallery image.

Wall-mounted television and desk opposite a double bed

Keep meals straightforward

The confirmed kitchen equipment is an electric kettle. Older host replies say there is no guest kitchen, while some 2026 reviews mention a hob or oven without enough cookware. Those accounts do not establish a usable kitchen for every stay.

Plan breakfast and other meals separately unless the property confirms an arrangement for the exact booking. A fridge, microwave, cooking equipment and breakfast inclusion should not be assumed.

A good fit for

  • Solo travellers choosing a single room and couples choosing a double, with bathroom arrangements settled in advance.
  • Visitors with a reason to stay in Woolwich who are happy to use public transport for central London.

Worth knowing

  • The property photographs show stairs. Exact room floors, lift provision and a complete step-free route have not been verified.
  • Some guests report noise, worn beds or fittings, limited cooking equipment and difficult access codes. The dated reviews describe individual experiences.
  • No parking is provided. Do not rely on old host replies for current street restrictions or station parking charges.

Verdict

Is Frances St House right for you?

Frances St House may suit a straightforward room-based stay in Woolwich when the chosen bathroom arrangement and transport plan work for the trip. Travellers needing reliable quiet, a verified step-free route or a properly equipped kitchen should settle those requirements before committing.

Facilities

Facilities

In the room

  • Free in-room Wi-Fi
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Desk
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming services
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Clothes rack
  • Socket near the bed
  • Iron
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Air purifiers advertised in the room details

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Hairdryer
  • Free toiletries
  • Possible extra charge for towels or sheets

Other advertised details

  • Invoice provided
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproofing advertised; noise experiences vary
  • Garden, city or courtyard views vary by room
  • English spoken
  • Family rooms advertised; check the chosen room’s occupancy
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Location

Get to know the neighbourhood

Frances St House is at 5 Frances Street in Woolwich, within the Royal Borough of Greenwich in southeast London. Woolwich Dockyard, Woolwich Arsenal and Woolwich’s Elizabeth line station are different stations; choose the one that matches the actual journey. The map uses a reported property reference point. The guest doorway and walking routes are unverified; distances compare points in a straight line.

Frances St House5 Frances Street, Greenwich, London, SE18 5EF

Explore around Frances St House (reported map point)

The marker follows the Google Places point retained with the package, matched to the public Frances St Guest House map listing at 5 Frances Street. This is a reported map reference, not a surveyed guest doorway. Arrange the entrance instructions before travel. Distances compare reference points in a straight line, not walking routes. Confirm the guest entrance before arrival. This is a selected neighbourhood map. Distances between the map points are straight lines.

Frances St House (reported map point)

Explore the neighbourhood using the places listed beside the map.

© OpenStreetMap contributors · Map data (ODbL) · OpenMapTiles · OpenFreeMap · MapLibre licence

The interactive map loads near this section using OpenFreeMap tiles. No pedestrian routes have been verified for this guide. Distances compare mapped reference points in a straight line; they are not walking routes or times. Confirm the guest entrance, current access and closures before travel.

Arrival and getting inside

The current check-in window is 4pm–11.30pm. Older host replies give different hours and should not replace it. Arrange the doorway, access code and a way to reach the property before travelling; some guests found the entrance or code process difficult. The property website uses a different postcode, so use the address in the current booking confirmation and confirm the exact entrance.

Stairs and luggage

The photographs show internal stairs. The floor of each room, any lift and the full route from the street have not been verified. Ask about the exact room if steps, luggage or bathroom access matter.

Arriving by car

No parking is provided at the property. Host replies from July 2022 mentioned street parking and Woolwich Arsenal station parking, but those replies do not establish current availability, charges or restrictions. Plan parking separately using current operator information and signs.

5 Frances Street
Use the full address and arrange the exact doorway and access-code instructions before travelling.
Woolwich Dockyard
National Rail station on Belson Road. National Rail lists limited step-free access and no lifts.
Woolwich
The Elizabeth line station is separate from Woolwich Arsenal and Woolwich Dockyard.
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The area

A Woolwich base for southeast London

Plan the day around the right station. Woolwich Dockyard is a National Rail station, while Woolwich Arsenal has National Rail and DLR connections, and Woolwich serves the Elizabeth line. They are separate stops with different approaches.

For a central London day, check the route from the chosen station and the return service before setting out. For the O2, Greenwich or an airport trip, plan the whole journey including the walk from the room; a quoted rail leg is not a door-to-door time.

Guest reviews

Guest reviews

6.2/ 10

373 Guest reviews

The dated sample includes praise for room size, warmth, cleanliness and a useful location. It also describes noise, access-code difficulties, bed comfort, maintenance and limited meal equipment. These are individual experiences; both the positives and concerns remain in the summaries below.

Guest feedback is paraphrased. Scores reflect the source on the date shown. October 20, 2026

Cleanliness6.7
Comfort6.8
Facilities6.5
Location6.7
Staff6.7
Value for money6.7
Free Wi-Fi7.9
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TinaGroupHungary

7/ 10

The nearby bus stop, shops and food options suited a concert trip. The guest found the bed comfortable and the winter room warm, clean and supplied with tea, coffee and toiletries. Finding the entrance and using the access code were difficult.

LawrenceSolo travellerUnited Kingdom

6/ 10

The stay was broadly acceptable, but noise from the next room continued late into the night and disrupted sleep.

ZeeshanSolo travellerUnited Kingdom

7/ 10

The guest appreciated the room size but reported that there was no fridge or microwave.

Zoya_aCoupleUnited Kingdom

6/ 10

The room and bathroom seemed fairly clean and the bed was reasonably comfortable, although the guest thought its support was damaged. A kettle, hob and oven were present, but there was no fridge, microwave or adequate set of cookware and utensils. Walls also needed attention.

LauraCoupleUnited Kingdom

7/ 10

The location worked for the trip. The entry codes were awkward, and the guest would have liked additional pillows and towels.

BongiSolo travellerSouth Africa

7/ 10

The guest described a clean room and felt the stay offered reasonable value. No particular drawback was reported.

OluwaseunCoupleIreland

7/ 10

The room and bathroom sizes were appreciated, as was the iron. The guest reported no microwave or plates, a shower door that did not close properly, a bed different from the advertised image and central heating that was not working; a replacement heater reduced the space.

JulianaSolo travellerNigeria

7/ 10

The guest found the room clean but reported no microwave or opportunity to cook.

ZceSolo travellerUnited Kingdom

7/ 10

The building’s traditional layout appealed to the guest. The review raised concerns about unfamiliar visitors being admitted to the building and bedrooms, and reported the main door being locked from outside while it was raining.

KatiaSolo travellerUnited Kingdom

6/ 10

The location and bathroom cleaning were positives. The guest noted a stain on the bedding and reported back pain after sleeping on an uncomfortable mattress. The photographs did not match expectations. Two rooms on the floor shared a bathroom, and the guest was unsure where the private-bathroom room was.

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Photos

Double bed with an orange runner, desk and dark curtains
Desk, wall-mounted television and double bed in a guest room
Double bed with red throw beside an open private shower room
Double bed with a red throw, bedside lamp and dark curtains
Wall-mounted television and desk opposite a double bed
Double bed with mustard cushions and a red throw
Double bed, television, desk and electric heater
Compact tiled shower room with a toilet and hand basin
Shared shower room with a window, toilet and basin
Tiled shared bathroom with a shower cubicle
Night-time street view from the property photo collection
Interior staircase and landing at Frances St House
Staircase beside a window and pale walls
Doorway and timber floor on an interior landing
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The practical details

Before you go

Stay essentials

Frances St House

Check-in
Check-out
Pets
Not allowed
Smoking
Not allowed

Check-in

Arrive from 4pm to 11.30pm. Arrange access details before travel and ask about any arrival outside that window.

Check-out

Check out by 10am.

Children and room occupancy

Children of any age are welcome, but the single and double options have different capacities. Enter children’s ages and party size when checking the exact room. Cots and extra beds are unavailable.

Minimum check-in age

The minimum age for check-in is 18.

Pets

Pets are not accepted.

Smoking and parties

Smoking, parties, events and hen or stag gatherings are not permitted.

Cancellation and prepayment

Conditions vary by accommodation and booking option. Read the terms for the selected dates and room before paying.

Damage policy

The property may request up to £100 after check-out for damage, under its damage policy.

Payment and extras

The booking partner handles payment for the advertised stay. Have cash available for any extras; check the exact booking terms.

Towels and linen

Towels and linen are listed, alongside a possible extra charge for towels or sheets. Check what the selected booking includes.

Parking

No parking is provided at the property.

Breakfast and cooking

Breakfast inclusion is unconfirmed. A kettle is advertised, but a usable guest kitchen, fridge, microwave and cookware have not been established for every room.

FAQs

FAQs

Where is Frances St House?

It is at 5 Frances Street, Woolwich, London SE18 5EF, in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. Use the full address to plan arrival.

What rooms are advertised?

There are four advertised types: single and double rooms, each offered with either a shared or a private bathroom. These are room types, not a verified total number of physical rooms.

How many adults do the rooms sleep?

The current supplier table shows one adult for each single room and two adults for each double. Enter children’s ages separately to check the exact room’s occupancy.

Do all rooms have private bathrooms?

No. Choose a room explicitly named with Private Bathroom if sharing is unsuitable. Shared Bathroom rooms use facilities also used by other guests.

Is the shared bathroom on the same floor?

It depends on the allocated room. A May 2024 host reply did not confirm the same-floor arrangement. Ask about the selected room and the route to its bathroom.

How large are the rooms?

The advertised areas are about 16 square metres for shared-bathroom options and 18 square metres for private-bathroom options. Check the layout for the actual room.

What time is check-in?

The current check-in window is 4pm–11.30pm. Older replies stating earlier hours should not replace it.

How does arrival work?

Arrange the exact entrance and access instructions with the property before travel. Some guests have described difficulty finding the entrance or using access codes.

What time is check-out?

Check-out is by 10am.

Is the property step-free?

A complete step-free route has not been confirmed. Photos show internal stairs; ask about the exact room floor and bathroom route before booking if steps matter.

Is parking provided?

No. Parking needs a separate plan. Older host suggestions and charges should be rechecked against current signs and the parking operator.

Is breakfast included?

Breakfast inclusion has not been confirmed. Check the selected booking and plan meals separately unless the property confirms otherwise.

Can guests cook?

Do not rely on a usable guest kitchen. Older host replies say there is no kitchen, while some 2026 reviews describe incomplete equipment. Confirm any cooking requirement for the exact room.

Is there a fridge or microwave?

Neither has been established for every room. Several guests have specifically reported their absence.

Is Wi-Fi provided?

Free Wi-Fi is advertised in the rooms. A listing score does not guarantee a particular speed or reliability for work calls.

Can children stay?

Children of any age are welcome. Enter their ages and the full party size to check occupancy; cots and extra beds are unavailable.

Can pets stay?

No, pets are not accepted.

Are smoking or parties allowed?

No. Smoking, parties and events are not allowed, including hen or stag gatherings.

Are the rooms quiet?

Soundproofing is advertised, but some guests have reported noise from neighbouring rooms. Quiet cannot be guaranteed.

What do the dated reviews mention?

Guests praise aspects of room size, cleanliness, warmth and location. Other accounts describe noise, beds, access codes, kitchen equipment, heating or shower maintenance. These are individual experiences from the dates shown.

Which Woolwich station should guests use?

Woolwich Dockyard, Woolwich Arsenal and Woolwich’s Elizabeth line station are distinct. Choose the station for the actual journey and check the approach with luggage.

Are cancellation conditions the same for all bookings?

No. Check the terms attached to the selected room and dates.

Is there a damage charge?

The property may request up to £100 after check-out for damage under its policy.

Is there a restaurant, pool, spa or airport shuttle?

The supplier answers state there is no restaurant, swimming pool, spa or airport shuttle at the property.

Do rooms have balconies?

The supplier answers say the rooms do not have balconies.

How can guests contact the property?

The property-branded Frances St Guest House website publishes francesstguesthouse@gmail.com. Its home and contact pages display different phone numbers, so confirm a current telephone number through the booking confirmation. The website also carries a conflicting postcode; use the current booking address and confirm the exact doorway before travel.

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Simple rooms in Woolwich, with bathroom choices to make first

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