Title: The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says ## Photo gallery for The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says ![Apartment | 1 bedroom, Internet - The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113390000/113382000/113381973/e88b30d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Apartment | 1 bedroom, Internet - The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113390000/113382000/113381973/w3000h1952x0y0-534ba288.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment | Bathroom - The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113390000/113382000/113381973/1b7c9a12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment | 1 bedroom, Internet - The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113390000/113382000/113381973/w3000h1984x0y0-6a9f1bef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment | 1 bedroom, Internet - The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113390000/113382000/113381973/e57c1195.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to The British Museum and Leicester Square, The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi £303 includes taxes & fees 5 Mar - 6 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says This smoke-free apartment building features free Wi-Fi in public areas. The apartment offers a private bathroom and a separate bedroom. This apartment offers 2 accommodations. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: High-speed internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom ### Living spaces - Living room ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 2 units ## Similar properties ![Standard Apartment, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113130000/113123700/113123645/0e7cb619.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### JOIVY Stylish 1 bed flats in Soho London City Centre - Kitchen - Washing machine - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is professionally cleaned If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A mandatory cleaning fee is included in this property's rental rate ### Property is also known as The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says London The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says Apartment The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says Apartment London ## About the area London City Centre, a neighbourhood in London, is home to this apartment. The British Museum and St. Paul's Cathedral are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hyde Park and Russell Square. London Eye and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum are not to be missed. [Visit our London travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London.dx178279) [View more Apartments in London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Apartments.d178279-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.52007%2C-0.11826&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=q8RIsyFE2WIBHEzdS_7l8DLeMv8=) London, England ### What's nearby - ![Theatreland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2114/ca568261-b65a-4155-a4fe-3518801ef723.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Theatreland 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Beautiful view of the garden in Russell square with residential buildings view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507740/f0d8640e-d14f-4067-b8ec-8cb3adc4d8cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Russell Square 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![The British Museum showing interior views as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501529/ff2f6acb-b00c-4e77-93a0-f1df7c75d94e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The British Museum 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Leicester Square showing street scenes, heritage architecture and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508411/da548a44-2724-43e8-9967-cc5b2c20edcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Leicester Square 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Holborn Underground Station 5 min walk - Tottenham Court Road Station 12 min walk - London (LCY-London City) 47 min drive ### Restaurants - Nyx Breakfast 3 min walk - The Square Pig 3 min walk - Caffè Nero 2 min walk - The Queen's Head 2 min walk - The Fryer's Delight 1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says? ### How much is parking at The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says? ### What time is check-in at The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says? ### What time is check-out at The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says? ### Where is The Play Pen - Holborn - by Frankie Says located? ## Have a question? 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[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sezgi 25 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication Çok güzel temiz ve büyüklüğü yeterliydi ☺️ ##### Sezgi Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Leonardo Hotel London Croydon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Jurys-Inn-London-Croydon.h866550.Hotel-Information) > > [Aerotel London Heathrow Airport Terminal 2-3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Aerotel-London-Heathrow-T2-T3.h21528024.Hotel-Information) > > [ARK Canary Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Collective-Canary-Wharf.h36660267.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt House London Stratford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Hyatt-House-London-Stratford.h4823071.Hotel-Information) > > [Staycity Aparthotels, London, Heathrow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Staycity-Aparthotels-London-Heathrow.h5025535.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure London Heathrow Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Mercure-London-Heathrow-Hotel.h17586.Hotel-Information) > > [The Clarendon Hotel - Blackheath](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Clarendon-Hotel-Blackheath.h916270.Hotel-Information) > > [Plaza London Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Plaza-London-Hotel.h4969048.Hotel-Information) > > [The Greenwood Hotel by Wetherspoon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Greenwood-Hotel-By-Wetherspoon.h48465856.Hotel-Information) > > [Maldron Hotel Finsbury Park, London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Maldron-Finsbury-Park-London.h92328087.Hotel-Information) > > [Ruby Zoe Hotel London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Ruby-Zoe-Hotel-London.h87843675.Hotel-Information) > > [Ibis Budget London Whitechapel - Brick Lane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-London-Whitechapel-Brick-Lane.h29134898.Hotel-Information) > > [Safestay London Kensington Holland Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Safestay-Holland-Park.h12706774.Hotel-Information) > > [The International Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-International-Hotel.h1949.Hotel-Information) > > [London Wembley International Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-London-Wembley-International-Hotel.h890560.Hotel-Information) > > [Tribe London Canary Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Tribe-London-Canary-Wharf.h83096424.Hotel-Information) > > [Stamford Bridge Hotel London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Stamford-Bridge-Hotel.h65802.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo London Heathrow Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Leonardo-London-Heathrow-Airport.h570358.Hotel-Information) > > [Wembley Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Wembley-Park-Hotel.h17816788.Hotel-Information) > > [Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Thistle-London-Heathrow-T5.h882761.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre London Heathrow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Radisson-Hotel-Conference-Centre-London.h48444523.Hotel-Information) > > [Golders Green Stays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Golders-Grenn-Stays.h93467119.Hotel-Information) > > [City Courtyard Apartments & Penthouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-City-Courtyard-Apartments-Penthouse.h12433631.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Arbor-City-Hotel.h201127.Hotel-Information) > > [Point A Hotel - London, Canary Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Point-A-Hotel-London.h9080289.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton London Heathrow Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-London-Heathrow-Airport.h55006.Hotel-Information) > > [Sanctum London Regents Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Sanctum-International-Regents-Park.h78257352.Hotel-Information) > > [Staycity Aparthotels, London, Greenwich High Road](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Staycity-Aparthotels-Greenwich-High-Road.h7065398.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, London Heathrow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Conference-Centre.h12391.Hotel-Information) ---