Is Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends?

As of 4 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends on 5 Oct 2025 start from AU$289.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is Cosy Canal Boat in Little Venice for Family & Friends located?

Located in City of Westminster, this houseboat is within 1 mile (2 km) of Queensway, Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. Kensington High Street and Marble Arch are also within 2 miles (3 km). Royal Oak Underground Station is 7 minutes by foot and Warwick Avenue Underground Station is 8 minutes.

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

19 June 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great adventure

Manager was very obliging and helped us settle in. It was a great experience! We loved it!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara T.

24 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a unique and wonderful experience

We stayed here for a special occasion and it didn't disappoint. The boat is very well positioned, with great access to a cafe and restuarant, and easily located. The host was very accommodating, easy to communicate with and the check in/check out process very straight forward.The beds are comfortable, plenty of linen and the shower surprisingly good for a canal boat.We were offered the opportunity to have a private tour down the canal too, for an extra cost, and this was a lively way to end our stay.Thank you!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen K.

13 June 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A canal boat - exactly as described

It is a canal boat on a canal in the center of London. The description is accurate, and you certainly can't beat the location, or the accomodation if you are looking for something really quite different. The boats are parked side-by-side, close together and walking up and down the canal is fun and you can get to all parts of London very easily. The accomodation is small and very basic, and not for everyone, but as they say "it does what it says on the tin".

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Neil... -.

4 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Off grid for a few days

Great fun to be in the middle of London and yet be "off grid". LV is a delightful suburb too.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Janine P.

24 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

First time in London

The boat did not have electricity and it was pretty chilly at night. The internet connection was not available. towels need upgrading limited hot water very close quarters, not really suitable for more than 2 people the location isgood as it is very close to paddington station and cafes and bars and a small convenience store. We could not use the cabin lights because we were told it would drain the battery. There were small chargeable lights, but no means to charge them. The exterior of the boat and the entrance to the boat could be more welcoming. We got lost looking for the boat and tried to phone the owner but the number had been disconnected. When we found an internet connection we received a call from the owner. He was responding to messages we had sent and he very kindly rescued us.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ALISON G.

19 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very comfy stay, good value for central London

I’d never stayed on a canal boat before and it was very cosy, beautifully restored and comfortable. It is a boat, though, so bring a sense of adventure. There’s not much by way of shops in the immediate area so I recommend bringing some supplies. I also recommend checking in while it’s light so it’s easier to set up wifi, heating, etc. Thank you to Thomas for being responsive to my questions.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

25 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Adventure on a Boat

I stayed with my wife and two children (9 and 12) and we had a great time. Thomas, the host, was super responsive the first day when we had a question, and showed up in a few hours to show us how things worked by himself. Thank you! The boat is pretty much exactly as shown on the pictures - in good repair and very comfortable given the space. My wife and kids thought it was a great adventure to find the boat and figure out how it all worked. We didn't try to cook on board but there were many good restaurants near by within a few minutes walk. This was a great way to experience a canal boat without worrying about actually having to pilot one.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Joe P.

7 Dec 2024

Liked: Communication

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Fun idea, but much more primitive than expected

This seemed like such a fun idea, and we were incredibly excited about staying in such a unique place. The area is very compact, but that wasn't the issue. We started having concerns when we got the instructions for the boat a few days before our stay. It was much more limited than expected, and the ability to use basic equipment was not possible (hair dryers, etc.). We were there during an cold snap, but the guide we received said there was heat. Once we were there, we discovered that the only AC power came from a free standing battery pack (which was at 25% even without us using it). We initially tried using the heat, and it helped. However, the host stopped by and told us that equipment was only for hot water production, and not for heating the space. The only functional heat for the actual space was a very small fireplace, which was on the opposite end of the boat from the sleeping area. All of that to say, we absolutely froze. We could see our breath while we were trying to sleep and left for a hotel the next morning. I do think this could be a fun and unique rental, but the advance disclosures should be more specific, and should be provided before your funds are swept so you could choose to opt out. In the spring, or early fall, our experience would have probably been better, but it is my opinion that this rental should really not be offered once winter starts. The host was engaged and responsive, but we found it impossible to complete our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silke H.

22 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Besonders Erlebnis

Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit auf dem Hausboot - es ist super zentral gelegen, der Host Thomas kümmert sich sofort bei Fragen und hat uns sogar eine Runde mit dem Boot auf dem Kanal gefahren. Das Bad ist klein mit allem, was man braucht. Die Toilette ist ein Campingklo und die Dusche muss ca. 40 min. Vorheizen. Es ist eine Küche an Bord mit allem, was man so braucht. Wir haben allerdings immer nur gefrühstückt. Die Kinder fanden es großartig- definitiv ein besonderes Erlebnis, um eine Woche in London zu verbringen!!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan Brun P.

14 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great neighborhood and great host

All very pleasant and well functioning, especially the communication with the host. A great experience of “camping in central London”. Hot bath functioned perfectly, but keep in mind that the rest of tje toilet facilities are also on camping level 😅

Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024

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