The California - Kings Cross St Pancras, London

3.0 star property

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Comfort Double Room (Large)
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Bar (on property)
Restaurant
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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4-8 Belgrove Street, London, England, WC1H 8AB
  • Place, St Pancras Chambers
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, British Library
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Comfort Double Room (Large)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Large Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Small Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The California - Kings Cross St Pancras, London

Along with a bar/lounge, this hotel has dry cleaning and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, free newspapers, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite.
The California - Kings Cross St Pancras, London offers 60 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The California - Kings Cross St Pancras, London. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of The British Museum. Free WiFi in public areas, a bar, and breakfast (surcharge) are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • English breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the proximity to public transportation and the location
  • 7 minutes by car from Trafalgar Square and 7 minutes from Piccadilly Circus
As a guest of The California - Kings Cross St Pancras, London, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The California - Kings Cross St Pancras, London also features a garden, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star London hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy English breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 25 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room cot
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 25 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

California Hotel London
California London
The California London, England
The California London
The California
The California - London Kings Cross Hotel
The California - London Kings Cross London
The California - London Kings Cross Hotel London

The California - Kings Cross St Pancras, London Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 409 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Collette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel in a very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of great choices for food nearby, right across from the tube and the int'l train statiin. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and quiet hotel near st pancras/kings cross
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice spot, clean and tidy, surprisingly modern!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, funky boutique hotel near King's Cross and St. Pancras stations.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great food selection nearby. St. Pancras and King's Cross right across the street. Very tidy and the staff were really amazing. Hoghly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, plenty of amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Value for money, location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Padraic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, friendly staff, very central, no complaints
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless, the bed comfortable, and the facilities all that you could wish for. The staff were also very helpful. We didn't eat at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really quiet for central stay, my room was accessible and close to reception so expected noise but slept soundly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

AlleyKat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Staff & service
Basic room but perfect for a one night stay. Brilliant location over the road from kings cross and at pancras and being able to drop your bags off meant we weren't lugging them round all day
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Generally clean, room and bathroom a little tired. Staff were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Perfect for a short stay and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff and good location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tabytha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great and had everything we needed for our one night stay. Can’t beat it’s location close to Kings Cross station!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Luggage storage
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Hannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was in sort of a narrow basement part of the building, but its layout was clever, felt cosy and clean, and not too small! Bathroom was kind of cold, but the shower was nice. Very good location for the price!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice room / amazing breakfast

Very nice room and excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Christopher

It was adequate.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was nice. Would have loved a heads up when our room was ready to check in as we requested an early check in. But staff happily stored our bags. Room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was quick to respond to a minor issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026