Grenville House Hotel
$112
/ night
Avg. for November
Prices for Grenville House Hotel
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$112
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Grenville House Hotel average $76 in January, the cheapest month, and $120 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $76 |
| February | $87 |
| March | $77 |
| April | $88 |
| May | $109 |
| June | $113 |
| July | $120 |
| August | $93 |
| September | $111 |
| October | $115 |
| November | $112 |
| December | $114 |
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Most expensive: July (~$120)
Cheapest: January (~$76)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include wireless internet access (surcharge) and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include wireless internet access (surcharge) and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.
Dining
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 guestrooms. Wireless internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
Located in London (London City Centre), Grenville Hotel is within a 15-minute walk of The British Museum and Russell Square. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Oxford Street and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from St. Paul's Cathedral.
What's nearby
Russell Square(0.4 miles)
University College London(0.5 miles)
The British Museum(0.7 miles)
Oxford Street(1 miles)
Tottenham Court Road(1 miles)
The Strand(1 miles)
Royal Opera House(1 miles)
Covent Garden Market(1.1 miles)
St. Paul's Cathedral(1.2 miles)
River Thames(1.2 miles)
Leicester Square(1.3 miles)
Barbican Centre(1.4 miles)
Blackfriars Bridge(1.4 miles)
Piccadilly Circus(1.5 miles)
Regent Street(1.5 miles)
London City Airport (LCY)(10 miles)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)(20.5 miles)
Gatwick Airport (LGW)(55.4 miles)
Luton Airport (LTN)(33.8 miles)
Stansted Airport (STN)(40 miles)
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Housekeeping
WiFi
Luggage Storage
24-Hour Front Desk
Location
4 Guilford Street, Bloomsbury, London, England, United Kingdom
Russell Square (0.4 miles)
University College London (0.5 miles)
The British Museum (0.7 miles)
Oxford Street (1 miles)
Tottenham Court Road (1 miles)
The Strand (1 miles)
Room options
8
Double Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
128 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTV
4
Twin Room
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
130 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTV
4
Single Room
Room details
1 Twin Bed
87 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTV
6
Triple Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 3
159 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTV
Guest reviews of Grenville House Hotel
6.3
Pleasant
Based on 616 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
34%
Couple
23%
Family
10%
Group
17%
Solo
14%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Reviews of Grenville House Hotel describe a very budget, centrally located stay with friendly staff but frequent shortcomings, including small, dated rooms, inconsistent hot water, paid or unreliable Wi-Fi, and steep stairs without a lift.
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What guests think
Reviews of Grenville House Hotel describe a very budget, centrally located stay with friendly staff but frequent shortcomings, including small, dated rooms, inconsistent hot water, paid or unreliable Wi-Fi, and steep stairs without a lift.
Cleanliness feedback is mixed, with many reports of dust, damp smells and mould, but some guests found their bedding or rooms acceptably clean. Rooms and tiny pod-style bathrooms are cramped, dated and can be noisy or too warm/cold, with limited temperature control and no air conditioning. The location near King's Cross and Russell Square is a consistent plus, while the complimentary breakfast is very basic. Overall, expect a no-frills crash pad best suited to short, low-budget stays.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic. Several guests report no lift and steep stairs, paid or slow Wi-Fi, and recurrent hot-water issues; some note lack of air conditioning and occasional key-card or access hassles.
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Shelby
Mar 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Small room. uncomfortable bed. Tiny bathroom similar to an RV and not very clean.. weird smell when you shower.. WiFi is not free and you not only have to pay for each device but it also doesn’t work very well and even if you pay for a day it will shut off before 24 hours is up. The breakfast is literally just toast. The stairway up is unsafe with luggage’s. The key cards randomly stop working. Not worth the money.
Small room. uncomfortable bed. Tiny bathroom similar to an RV and not very clean.. weird smell when you shower.. WiFi is not free and you not only have to pay for each device but it also doesn’t work very well and even if you pay for a day it will shut off before 24 hours is up. The breakfast is literally just toast. The stairway up is unsafe with luggage’s. The key cards randomly stop working. Not worth the money.
6
Yakie
Apr 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Entrance to the hotel was locked too early; hence access was delayed.
Entrance to the hotel was locked too early; hence access was delayed.
2
Mohammad
Mar 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
No Elevators, Very hard to move bags up stair , 2 flights with narrow steps, bathroom too narrow to use, no place to stand in front of sink. Your head hits to railing or door hooks, every time you turn in bathroom, Breakfast not much choice, no eggs.
No Elevators, Very hard to move bags up stair , 2 flights with narrow steps, bathroom too narrow to use, no place to stand in front of sink. Your head hits to railing or door hooks, every time you turn in bathroom, Breakfast not much choice, no eggs.
4
Petr
Jul 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Superb location should not serve as an excuse for dirty & not vacuumed rooms, atrociously slow <1Mbps wifi signal
Superb location should not serve as an excuse for dirty & not vacuumed rooms, atrociously slow <1Mbps wifi signal
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Ally
Jun 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
One of the worst hotels I have stayed in. Tiny little room on the third floor which was not very nice. No Aircon on the hottest day of the year so had to keep the window open which then meant very little sleep from the noise on the main road outside. With the state of the room we didn't even chance getting in the bed and slept on top. No tea or coffee facilities. All we were left with was some used milk pots and opened tea bags. Didn't even bother with breakfast as we were pretty much told to get in early or it would be too busy. Not worth it for what we were also told was tea, toast and serial. Not what I would call a continental breakfast. Passed three guys in the morning who had clearly had an awful night too and we're not happy. Certainly not worth the money even as a place to get ure head down, and that's from someone who often finds a floor to doss on anywhere when I'm at work. Definitely would not recommend or go back.
One of the worst hotels I have stayed in. Tiny little room on the third floor which was not very nice. No Aircon on the hottest day of the year so had to keep the window open which then meant very little sleep from the noise on the main road outside. With the state of the room we didn't even chance getting in the bed and slept on top. No tea or coffee facilities. All we were left with was some used milk pots and opened tea bags. Didn't even bother with breakfast as we were pretty much told to get in early or it would be too busy. Not worth it for what we were also told was tea, toast and serial. Not what I would call a continental breakfast. Passed three guys in the morning who had clearly had an awful night too and we're not happy. Certainly not worth the money even as a place to get ure head down, and that's from someone who often finds a floor to doss on anywhere when I'm at work. Definitely would not recommend or go back.
6
richard
Nov 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
No hot water. Unacceptable. Reception said ‘that’s fine’. What?
No hot water. Unacceptable. Reception said ‘that’s fine’. What?
6
Matthew
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ok, it was a single room, cheap as chips and had an en suite bathroom -toilet, basin and shower crammed into a tight space in the corner. It was a small room and very warm in there on on one of the hottest nights of the year. No A/C, and window open to a street that got noisy. That said, it was exactly what I expected for this low price. I needed to spend one night in London and to be near Kings Cross station. So no complaints from me. The room was old but clean.
Ok, it was a single room, cheap as chips and had an en suite bathroom -toilet, basin and shower crammed into a tight space in the corner. It was a small room and very warm in there on on one of the hottest nights of the year. No A/C, and window open to a street that got noisy. That said, it was exactly what I expected for this low price. I needed to spend one night in London and to be near Kings Cross station. So no complaints from me. The room was old but clean.
8
Gareth
Aug 28, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
You need to know what you’re getting with a place like this. It’s not luxury, but it’s still a bit pricey for what it is. The room was OK, but it was far too hot. Needs a fan or aircon desperately. Breakfast was nothing special, but it’s better than nothing. Not enough towels supplied. Great locatiom though and it’s ok for a cheap couple of nights. You wouldn’t want to stay for a week though. They charge extra for wifi, I didn’t need it so no idea whether it’d be any good, but charging extra for wifi is crazy these days.
You need to know what you’re getting with a place like this. It’s not luxury, but it’s still a bit pricey for what it is. The room was OK, but it was far too hot. Needs a fan or aircon desperately. Breakfast was nothing special, but it’s better than nothing. Not enough towels supplied. Great locatiom though and it’s ok for a cheap couple of nights. You wouldn’t want to stay for a week though. They charge extra for wifi, I didn’t need it so no idea whether it’d be any good, but charging extra for wifi is crazy these days.
4
Phillip & Maryse
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No lift stairs very steep awful smell in corridor and room had ask for room deodorant to sleep in No refrigerator No phone to call reception No remote for tv had to ask for one Combined Shower and toilet so small I have been on ships with bigger approx 1.5m X 1m in size
No lift stairs very steep awful smell in corridor and room had ask for room deodorant to sleep in No refrigerator No phone to call reception No remote for tv had to ask for one Combined Shower and toilet so small I have been on ships with bigger approx 1.5m X 1m in size
4
AT
Dec 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room felt rather run down but was clean enough. There was no hot water when I arrived & no hot water when I woke in the morning of my 1-night stay so I gave up on the bathroom altogether. Buying a hotel does not a hotelier make.
The room felt rather run down but was clean enough. There was no hot water when I arrived & no hot water when I woke in the morning of my 1-night stay so I gave up on the bathroom altogether. Buying a hotel does not a hotelier make.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is frequently criticized, with many reports of dusty, dirty rooms, mould, unpleasant smells and poor upkeep; a few guests said their rooms or bedding were clean.
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CHRISTIANNA
Aug 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
very dirty
very dirty
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geoff
Dec 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Single bed sloped to the left so kept thinking i was going to fall out carpet dirty, grime on skirting boards and top of cupboards .... But heh £82 for room in London if you're not too fussy its ok value
Single bed sloped to the left so kept thinking i was going to fall out carpet dirty, grime on skirting boards and top of cupboards .... But heh £82 for room in London if you're not too fussy its ok value
4
Petr
Jul 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Superb location should not serve as an excuse for dirty & not vacuumed rooms, atrociously slow <1Mbps wifi signal
Superb location should not serve as an excuse for dirty & not vacuumed rooms, atrociously slow <1Mbps wifi signal
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Cansu
Aug 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I got sick after staying for 1 night in the property. The rooms were so disgusting. There were dead spiders everywhere. The room was so cold. I don’t even want to talk about the toilet.
I got sick after staying for 1 night in the property. The rooms were so disgusting. There were dead spiders everywhere. The room was so cold. I don’t even want to talk about the toilet.
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Simon
Dec 18, 2022
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Stayed 19,343 nights
The building is very dated and the room was not all that clean; some parts reeked of cigarette smoke. Good location, breakfast was OK (basic, cereal and toast), but that's about the only saving grace. It's fine if you need a cheap-ish, convenient place to stay. Nothing else!
The building is very dated and the room was not all that clean; some parts reeked of cigarette smoke. Good location, breakfast was OK (basic, cereal and toast), but that's about the only saving grace. It's fine if you need a cheap-ish, convenient place to stay. Nothing else!
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Koelen
Jul 23, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is an old run down hotel that is connected to another rundown hotel. Shouldn’t even really be legal to run a hotel on hotels.com that is actually a separate hotel. There was no WiFi and the maid woke me up every morning unsolicited. The worst was the breakfast they only offer from 8-9:30 am. If consists of spoiling warm milk, stale cereal, and instant coffee. They shouldn’t be allowed to pretend they serve breakfast. Mold was everywhere as were run down old fixtures and appliances.
This is an old run down hotel that is connected to another rundown hotel. Shouldn’t even really be legal to run a hotel on hotels.com that is actually a separate hotel. There was no WiFi and the maid woke me up every morning unsolicited. The worst was the breakfast they only offer from 8-9:30 am. If consists of spoiling warm milk, stale cereal, and instant coffee. They shouldn’t be allowed to pretend they serve breakfast. Mold was everywhere as were run down old fixtures and appliances.
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David
Dec 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The single room No.611 was dirty. The bathroom was disgusting. I couldn't even bring myself to use the shower. I felt the need to wash my hands every time I touched anything. Breakfast was cereal, toast and instant coffee. I have taken photos as I can't believe Expedia would advertise this place !!!
The single room No.611 was dirty. The bathroom was disgusting. I couldn't even bring myself to use the shower. I felt the need to wash my hands every time I touched anything. Breakfast was cereal, toast and instant coffee. I have taken photos as I can't believe Expedia would advertise this place !!!
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Gaynor
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very dirty Hotel. Stale water in the kettle. Drawers and tops of wardrobe covered in dust. Light fitting was thick with years of dust. All dado rails had thick dust on them. The shower soap dish was filthy. Didn’t bother staying for the breakfast. Very disappointed.
Very dirty Hotel. Stale water in the kettle. Drawers and tops of wardrobe covered in dust. Light fitting was thick with years of dust. All dado rails had thick dust on them. The shower soap dish was filthy. Didn’t bother staying for the breakfast. Very disappointed.
2
Vera
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The sheets were dirty when I arrived and the receptionist suggested I use the sheets from the other bed. There was a layer of sticky residue on door handles, and the layers of dust started flaking into geological patterns. Honestly, the dirtiest place in London.
The sheets were dirty when I arrived and the receptionist suggested I use the sheets from the other bed. There was a layer of sticky residue on door handles, and the layers of dust started flaking into geological patterns. Honestly, the dirtiest place in London.
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Jackie
Feb 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tiny room. Really dirty needs refurbishing. Tiny shower Stale smell throughout the building didn't even want to have breakfast as so dirty.
Tiny room. Really dirty needs refurbishing. Tiny shower Stale smell throughout the building didn't even want to have breakfast as so dirty.
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Rooms
Rooms are very small and dated, with extremely compact bathrooms; street noise and temperature control issues (no A/C, scheduled heating) are common.
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Magdalena
Feb 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, walkable and convenient. The room was on a small side and bathroom looked like an aircraft cabin, however if you\'re looking for a one night "bag drop off" in London type of accommodation, you cannot beat that, as the price was really good for London.
Great location, walkable and convenient. The room was on a small side and bathroom looked like an aircraft cabin, however if you\'re looking for a one night "bag drop off" in London type of accommodation, you cannot beat that, as the price was really good for London.
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Ally
Jun 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
One of the worst hotels I have stayed in. Tiny little room on the third floor which was not very nice. No Aircon on the hottest day of the year so had to keep the window open which then meant very little sleep from the noise on the main road outside. With the state of the room we didn't even chance getting in the bed and slept on top. No tea or coffee facilities. All we were left with was some used milk pots and opened tea bags. Didn't even bother with breakfast as we were pretty much told to get in early or it would be too busy. Not worth it for what we were also told was tea, toast and serial. Not what I would call a continental breakfast. Passed three guys in the morning who had clearly had an awful night too and we're not happy. Certainly not worth the money even as a place to get ure head down, and that's from someone who often finds a floor to doss on anywhere when I'm at work. Definitely would not recommend or go back.
One of the worst hotels I have stayed in. Tiny little room on the third floor which was not very nice. No Aircon on the hottest day of the year so had to keep the window open which then meant very little sleep from the noise on the main road outside. With the state of the room we didn't even chance getting in the bed and slept on top. No tea or coffee facilities. All we were left with was some used milk pots and opened tea bags. Didn't even bother with breakfast as we were pretty much told to get in early or it would be too busy. Not worth it for what we were also told was tea, toast and serial. Not what I would call a continental breakfast. Passed three guys in the morning who had clearly had an awful night too and we're not happy. Certainly not worth the money even as a place to get ure head down, and that's from someone who often finds a floor to doss on anywhere when I'm at work. Definitely would not recommend or go back.
4
Daniel
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed for one night. Staff friendly but building very dated. Our room was dirty and very dusty with a broken window pane sellotaped together. Bathroom extremely small like something found in a caravan and there was no hot water. On a plus, the bed was surprisingly comfy and the hotel was quiet. Breakfast was very basic but did offer branded cereals. The luggage storage facilities leaves a lot to be desired; literally leaving your cases in the breakfast room with no security of it actually being there when you return.
Stayed for one night. Staff friendly but building very dated. Our room was dirty and very dusty with a broken window pane sellotaped together. Bathroom extremely small like something found in a caravan and there was no hot water. On a plus, the bed was surprisingly comfy and the hotel was quiet. Breakfast was very basic but did offer branded cereals. The luggage storage facilities leaves a lot to be desired; literally leaving your cases in the breakfast room with no security of it actually being there when you return.
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Burddette
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean and hot but could hardly move in the bathroom. It is an old house though, so is to be expected. Continental breakfast was okay.
Room was clean and hot but could hardly move in the bathroom. It is an old house though, so is to be expected. Continental breakfast was okay.
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Matthew
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ok, it was a single room, cheap as chips and had an en suite bathroom -toilet, basin and shower crammed into a tight space in the corner. It was a small room and very warm in there on on one of the hottest nights of the year. No A/C, and window open to a street that got noisy. That said, it was exactly what I expected for this low price. I needed to spend one night in London and to be near Kings Cross station. So no complaints from me. The room was old but clean.
Ok, it was a single room, cheap as chips and had an en suite bathroom -toilet, basin and shower crammed into a tight space in the corner. It was a small room and very warm in there on on one of the hottest nights of the year. No A/C, and window open to a street that got noisy. That said, it was exactly what I expected for this low price. I needed to spend one night in London and to be near Kings Cross station. So no complaints from me. The room was old but clean.
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Phillip & Maryse
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No lift stairs very steep awful smell in corridor and room had ask for room deodorant to sleep in No refrigerator No phone to call reception No remote for tv had to ask for one Combined Shower and toilet so small I have been on ships with bigger approx 1.5m X 1m in size
No lift stairs very steep awful smell in corridor and room had ask for room deodorant to sleep in No refrigerator No phone to call reception No remote for tv had to ask for one Combined Shower and toilet so small I have been on ships with bigger approx 1.5m X 1m in size
2
Claire
Nov 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
the room was very noisy, the shower took ages to heat up and the bed was uncomfortable.
the room was very noisy, the shower took ages to heat up and the bed was uncomfortable.
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Linda
Sep 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Upon arrival i was rudely told i couldn't check in for another 2 hrs, no problem i took a walk. The place was filthy , i did take pics. On the Saturday when i was out someone was in my room , the bin was emptied but rubbish, that was not mine, was on the floor. The bed was like a brick, my window was cracked. The door key stopped working and I was told to move the lock when i went out so that I could get back in , leaving the door open and accessible, i asked for another towel....that seemed an inconvenience, even though the one that was left just about went round my 8stone frame. The shower/toilet was a joke....i wish i could include my pictures!!!!
Upon arrival i was rudely told i couldn't check in for another 2 hrs, no problem i took a walk. The place was filthy , i did take pics. On the Saturday when i was out someone was in my room , the bin was emptied but rubbish, that was not mine, was on the floor. The bed was like a brick, my window was cracked. The door key stopped working and I was told to move the lock when i went out so that I could get back in , leaving the door open and accessible, i asked for another towel....that seemed an inconvenience, even though the one that was left just about went round my 8stone frame. The shower/toilet was a joke....i wish i could include my pictures!!!!
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Claire
Jun 20, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel could use a lot of upgrading but for the price it works. The TV connection was horrendous but the rest of the room was quaint. My only major issue was that it was very cold and damp in the room and there was no way to control the temperature and bedding was limited. Otherwise, the staff was pleasant and the location was very good.
The hotel could use a lot of upgrading but for the price it works. The TV connection was horrendous but the rest of the room was quaint. My only major issue was that it was very cold and damp in the room and there was no way to control the temperature and bedding was limited. Otherwise, the staff was pleasant and the location was very good.
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Scott
Dec 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This review must be read in the context of a one-night stay in central London on a low budget. Pros: * Tidy room * En suite toilet & shower * Clean sheets * Decent towel * Decent bed * Pleasant staff Cons: * Room was cold; can't control heat in room; told heat is only on at scheduled times * Duvet not well-matched to room temperature * Shower: anemic water pressure and never got truly hot * Toilet/shower/sink area extremely small * Breakfast limited to cereals, toast, and "juice drinks" If you're looking for a truly comfortable stay, look elsewhere (and be prepared to pay accordingly). If you're looking for a place to sleep within a budget, this hotel will do.
This review must be read in the context of a one-night stay in central London on a low budget. Pros: * Tidy room * En suite toilet & shower * Clean sheets * Decent towel * Decent bed * Pleasant staff Cons: * Room was cold; can't control heat in room; told heat is only on at scheduled times * Duvet not well-matched to room temperature * Shower: anemic water pressure and never got truly hot * Toilet/shower/sink area extremely small * Breakfast limited to cereals, toast, and "juice drinks" If you're looking for a truly comfortable stay, look elsewhere (and be prepared to pay accordingly). If you're looking for a place to sleep within a budget, this hotel will do.
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Service
Staff are often described as friendly and helpful, with occasional early check-in and assistance; however, some guests reported rudeness, poor responses to issues, or unwanted room entry.
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Thomas
May 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I'd booked the hotel as a cheap last minute option before seeing all of the negative reviews. The hotel and communal areas are in need of restoration, and there was a smell and many areas needed to be cleaned. My room however was clean, including bedding and the bathroom area. Unfortunately the hot water and the bathroom light weren't working but other than these things, the room was absolutely fine. I wouldn't rush back to stay, but if I needed a single room at short notice again, I'd book here. Receptionist was absolutely lovely and helpful as well. No issues at all with the staff.
I'd booked the hotel as a cheap last minute option before seeing all of the negative reviews. The hotel and communal areas are in need of restoration, and there was a smell and many areas needed to be cleaned. My room however was clean, including bedding and the bathroom area. Unfortunately the hot water and the bathroom light weren't working but other than these things, the room was absolutely fine. I wouldn't rush back to stay, but if I needed a single room at short notice again, I'd book here. Receptionist was absolutely lovely and helpful as well. No issues at all with the staff.
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Catherine Patricia
Apr 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Helpful staff Convenient location
Helpful staff Convenient location
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Koelen
Jul 23, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is an old run down hotel that is connected to another rundown hotel. Shouldn’t even really be legal to run a hotel on hotels.com that is actually a separate hotel. There was no WiFi and the maid woke me up every morning unsolicited. The worst was the breakfast they only offer from 8-9:30 am. If consists of spoiling warm milk, stale cereal, and instant coffee. They shouldn’t be allowed to pretend they serve breakfast. Mold was everywhere as were run down old fixtures and appliances.
This is an old run down hotel that is connected to another rundown hotel. Shouldn’t even really be legal to run a hotel on hotels.com that is actually a separate hotel. There was no WiFi and the maid woke me up every morning unsolicited. The worst was the breakfast they only offer from 8-9:30 am. If consists of spoiling warm milk, stale cereal, and instant coffee. They shouldn’t be allowed to pretend they serve breakfast. Mold was everywhere as were run down old fixtures and appliances.
6
richard
Nov 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
No hot water. Unacceptable. Reception said ‘that’s fine’. What?
No hot water. Unacceptable. Reception said ‘that’s fine’. What?
10
edward
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Small budget hotel, well located for King's Cross and other public transport links. The building is old and shows signs of wear, but the room, although very small was perfectly adequate for a one night stay. It was clean and appeared to be fairly freshly decorated, and the carpet looked new. The ensuite was also tiny, but worked well and plentiful hot water. The breakfast was included, unusual for a hotel in this price range. The staff were very helpful. The radiator was not working ln arrival, but i was given an electric heater which was more than sufficient for the size of room. The only drawback i experienced was a loud noise from the plumbing while another guest used their shower. All in all a good experience and good value for money.
Small budget hotel, well located for King's Cross and other public transport links. The building is old and shows signs of wear, but the room, although very small was perfectly adequate for a one night stay. It was clean and appeared to be fairly freshly decorated, and the carpet looked new. The ensuite was also tiny, but worked well and plentiful hot water. The breakfast was included, unusual for a hotel in this price range. The staff were very helpful. The radiator was not working ln arrival, but i was given an electric heater which was more than sufficient for the size of room. The only drawback i experienced was a loud noise from the plumbing while another guest used their shower. All in all a good experience and good value for money.
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Maggi
Jan 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed here for one night before catching a very early train, the people were friendly and helpful and the room was clean and comfy. I can't rate the breakfast as I left too early. I would stay here again.
I stayed here for one night before catching a very early train, the people were friendly and helpful and the room was clean and comfy. I can't rate the breakfast as I left too early. I would stay here again.
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michael
Feb 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff, very pleasant and helpful. Room very clean, great mattress. Bathroom clean, shower perhaps a bit low on water pressure, but decent and hot water. All in all, great value for money.
Staff, very pleasant and helpful. Room very clean, great mattress. Bathroom clean, shower perhaps a bit low on water pressure, but decent and hot water. All in all, great value for money.
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Ashley
Jul 3, 2024
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Had all required friendly staff Helped with issues with room key
Had all required friendly staff Helped with issues with room key
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Linda
Sep 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Upon arrival i was rudely told i couldn't check in for another 2 hrs, no problem i took a walk. The place was filthy , i did take pics. On the Saturday when i was out someone was in my room , the bin was emptied but rubbish, that was not mine, was on the floor. The bed was like a brick, my window was cracked. The door key stopped working and I was told to move the lock when i went out so that I could get back in , leaving the door open and accessible, i asked for another towel....that seemed an inconvenience, even though the one that was left just about went round my 8stone frame. The shower/toilet was a joke....i wish i could include my pictures!!!!
Upon arrival i was rudely told i couldn't check in for another 2 hrs, no problem i took a walk. The place was filthy , i did take pics. On the Saturday when i was out someone was in my room , the bin was emptied but rubbish, that was not mine, was on the floor. The bed was like a brick, my window was cracked. The door key stopped working and I was told to move the lock when i went out so that I could get back in , leaving the door open and accessible, i asked for another towel....that seemed an inconvenience, even though the one that was left just about went round my 8stone frame. The shower/toilet was a joke....i wish i could include my pictures!!!!
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cristin
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Let me check in early very helpful staff
Let me check in early very helpful staff
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Location
Convenient central location near King's Cross and Russell Square with easy transport access; some traffic noise reported.
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Chris
Dec 16, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is great but the accommodation is terrible. The walls are very thin, the windows do not shut properly so the night time noise can be loud. Other guests can be heard coming and going all night. A restful sleep was impossible.
The location is great but the accommodation is terrible. The walls are very thin, the windows do not shut properly so the night time noise can be loud. Other guests can be heard coming and going all night. A restful sleep was impossible.
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Magdalena
Feb 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, walkable and convenient. The room was on a small side and bathroom looked like an aircraft cabin, however if you\'re looking for a one night "bag drop off" in London type of accommodation, you cannot beat that, as the price was really good for London.
Great location, walkable and convenient. The room was on a small side and bathroom looked like an aircraft cabin, however if you\'re looking for a one night "bag drop off" in London type of accommodation, you cannot beat that, as the price was really good for London.
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Catherine Patricia
Apr 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Helpful staff Convenient location
Helpful staff Convenient location
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Tarek
Jan 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location just few minutes walk from kings Cross. The staff was nice and helpful. The breakfast was not good and too basic.
Great location just few minutes walk from kings Cross. The staff was nice and helpful. The breakfast was not good and too basic.
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Kathryn
Feb 29, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Rather than the poor attempt at providing a desultory breakfast of toast and tea -- there are a dozen cafés within a short walk that provide a hot breakfast -- spend the money to hire actual cleaners, not somebody's layabout son who can't even hoover the extremely dirty carpets. You have the most important thing: convenient location. Keep the premises clean and you will have non-stop and reasonably satisfied customers. Despite the noise (>_<) wow, Guilford Street is noisy. I have low expectations for a convenient cheap hotel near KX but you managed to fall far below them.
Rather than the poor attempt at providing a desultory breakfast of toast and tea -- there are a dozen cafés within a short walk that provide a hot breakfast -- spend the money to hire actual cleaners, not somebody's layabout son who can't even hoover the extremely dirty carpets. You have the most important thing: convenient location. Keep the premises clean and you will have non-stop and reasonably satisfied customers. Despite the noise (>_<) wow, Guilford Street is noisy. I have low expectations for a convenient cheap hotel near KX but you managed to fall far below them.
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Marc
Jul 31, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I checked in and went to my room. There was an annoying drip coming from the bathroom. Who could sleep with that? I went back to the desk and demanded a different room, which was provided. I stayed 3 nights due to the convenient location. No frills cheap hotel near Russell Square and the British Museum.
I checked in and went to my room. There was an annoying drip coming from the bathroom. Who could sleep with that? I went back to the desk and demanded a different room, which was provided. I stayed 3 nights due to the convenient location. No frills cheap hotel near Russell Square and the British Museum.
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edward
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Small budget hotel, well located for King's Cross and other public transport links. The building is old and shows signs of wear, but the room, although very small was perfectly adequate for a one night stay. It was clean and appeared to be fairly freshly decorated, and the carpet looked new. The ensuite was also tiny, but worked well and plentiful hot water. The breakfast was included, unusual for a hotel in this price range. The staff were very helpful. The radiator was not working ln arrival, but i was given an electric heater which was more than sufficient for the size of room. The only drawback i experienced was a loud noise from the plumbing while another guest used their shower. All in all a good experience and good value for money.
Small budget hotel, well located for King's Cross and other public transport links. The building is old and shows signs of wear, but the room, although very small was perfectly adequate for a one night stay. It was clean and appeared to be fairly freshly decorated, and the carpet looked new. The ensuite was also tiny, but worked well and plentiful hot water. The breakfast was included, unusual for a hotel in this price range. The staff were very helpful. The radiator was not working ln arrival, but i was given an electric heater which was more than sufficient for the size of room. The only drawback i experienced was a loud noise from the plumbing while another guest used their shower. All in all a good experience and good value for money.
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Matthew
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ok, it was a single room, cheap as chips and had an en suite bathroom -toilet, basin and shower crammed into a tight space in the corner. It was a small room and very warm in there on on one of the hottest nights of the year. No A/C, and window open to a street that got noisy. That said, it was exactly what I expected for this low price. I needed to spend one night in London and to be near Kings Cross station. So no complaints from me. The room was old but clean.
Ok, it was a single room, cheap as chips and had an en suite bathroom -toilet, basin and shower crammed into a tight space in the corner. It was a small room and very warm in there on on one of the hottest nights of the year. No A/C, and window open to a street that got noisy. That said, it was exactly what I expected for this low price. I needed to spend one night in London and to be near Kings Cross station. So no complaints from me. The room was old but clean.
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Bree
Jan 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Adequate short walk from underground
Adequate short walk from underground
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Claire
Jun 20, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel could use a lot of upgrading but for the price it works. The TV connection was horrendous but the rest of the room was quaint. My only major issue was that it was very cold and damp in the room and there was no way to control the temperature and bedding was limited. Otherwise, the staff was pleasant and the location was very good.
The hotel could use a lot of upgrading but for the price it works. The TV connection was horrendous but the rest of the room was quaint. My only major issue was that it was very cold and damp in the room and there was no way to control the temperature and bedding was limited. Otherwise, the staff was pleasant and the location was very good.
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Dining
Breakfast is very basic, typically toast, cereal and drinks, and is often rated poor; a few guests found it acceptable for the price and appreciated that it's included.
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Bruno
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No Hot shower in room 407 in morning no hot water wash face be reported to recepicion nothing been done no shower in morning. Breakfast very very limit just loaf bread no ham no chease nothing just jam and botter juice coffe and tea.
No Hot shower in room 407 in morning no hot water wash face be reported to recepicion nothing been done no shower in morning. Breakfast very very limit just loaf bread no ham no chease nothing just jam and botter juice coffe and tea.
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Matthew
Dec 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Relatively cheap stay is the only slight positive, as for the rest it’s about as awful as you can get. Don’t be fooled by breakfast included, basically help yourself to a few cereals and some bread in a cramped, dirty little room.
Relatively cheap stay is the only slight positive, as for the rest it’s about as awful as you can get. Don’t be fooled by breakfast included, basically help yourself to a few cereals and some bread in a cramped, dirty little room.
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Jeremy
Apr 8, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Satisfactory for the price I paid. Breakfast very basic. I would have appreciated hot water
Satisfactory for the price I paid. Breakfast very basic. I would have appreciated hot water
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Tarek
Jan 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location just few minutes walk from kings Cross. The staff was nice and helpful. The breakfast was not good and too basic.
Great location just few minutes walk from kings Cross. The staff was nice and helpful. The breakfast was not good and too basic.
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edward
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Small budget hotel, well located for King's Cross and other public transport links. The building is old and shows signs of wear, but the room, although very small was perfectly adequate for a one night stay. It was clean and appeared to be fairly freshly decorated, and the carpet looked new. The ensuite was also tiny, but worked well and plentiful hot water. The breakfast was included, unusual for a hotel in this price range. The staff were very helpful. The radiator was not working ln arrival, but i was given an electric heater which was more than sufficient for the size of room. The only drawback i experienced was a loud noise from the plumbing while another guest used their shower. All in all a good experience and good value for money.
Small budget hotel, well located for King's Cross and other public transport links. The building is old and shows signs of wear, but the room, although very small was perfectly adequate for a one night stay. It was clean and appeared to be fairly freshly decorated, and the carpet looked new. The ensuite was also tiny, but worked well and plentiful hot water. The breakfast was included, unusual for a hotel in this price range. The staff were very helpful. The radiator was not working ln arrival, but i was given an electric heater which was more than sufficient for the size of room. The only drawback i experienced was a loud noise from the plumbing while another guest used their shower. All in all a good experience and good value for money.
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Dave
Jan 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We needed a one night stay in a particular area .this did the job for us , it was cheap ,ok but wasn't fantastic.you get what you pay for .we could have paid three times as much so can't complain, would we stay again yes but not for more than two nights .breakfast was ok , bathroom not sure about !
We needed a one night stay in a particular area .this did the job for us , it was cheap ,ok but wasn't fantastic.you get what you pay for .we could have paid three times as much so can't complain, would we stay again yes but not for more than two nights .breakfast was ok , bathroom not sure about !
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Jonathan
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a budget hotel so you get what you pay for. Staff were great, really friendly and continental breakfast was included in my room rate. Bedding and towels clean and fresh. The property could do with a freshen up as paintwork faded and shower room akin to something in an old campervan/ caravan. I had a single room which was ok for 1 night to put my head down but wouldnt want to stay in a single room for any longer.
This is a budget hotel so you get what you pay for. Staff were great, really friendly and continental breakfast was included in my room rate. Bedding and towels clean and fresh. The property could do with a freshen up as paintwork faded and shower room akin to something in an old campervan/ caravan. I had a single room which was ok for 1 night to put my head down but wouldnt want to stay in a single room for any longer.
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David
Dec 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The single room No.611 was dirty. The bathroom was disgusting. I couldn't even bring myself to use the shower. I felt the need to wash my hands every time I touched anything. Breakfast was cereal, toast and instant coffee. I have taken photos as I can't believe Expedia would advertise this place !!!
The single room No.611 was dirty. The bathroom was disgusting. I couldn't even bring myself to use the shower. I felt the need to wash my hands every time I touched anything. Breakfast was cereal, toast and instant coffee. I have taken photos as I can't believe Expedia would advertise this place !!!
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Denis
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is not a hotel and should not be advertised as one. The top floor is difficult to reach—even for someone in good shape, and the narrow staircase is essentially impossible for those with limited mobility. The room is outdated, with stained carpets and a bathroom that doesn’t match the photos. Breakfast is very basic: just toast with jam or Nutella, instant coffee, cornflakes, and cheap orange juice. Overall, I was extremely disappointed with this place.
This is not a hotel and should not be advertised as one. The top floor is difficult to reach—even for someone in good shape, and the narrow staircase is essentially impossible for those with limited mobility. The room is outdated, with stained carpets and a bathroom that doesn’t match the photos. Breakfast is very basic: just toast with jam or Nutella, instant coffee, cornflakes, and cheap orange juice. Overall, I was extremely disappointed with this place.
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Scott
Dec 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This review must be read in the context of a one-night stay in central London on a low budget. Pros: * Tidy room * En suite toilet & shower * Clean sheets * Decent towel * Decent bed * Pleasant staff Cons: * Room was cold; can't control heat in room; told heat is only on at scheduled times * Duvet not well-matched to room temperature * Shower: anemic water pressure and never got truly hot * Toilet/shower/sink area extremely small * Breakfast limited to cereals, toast, and "juice drinks" If you're looking for a truly comfortable stay, look elsewhere (and be prepared to pay accordingly). If you're looking for a place to sleep within a budget, this hotel will do.
This review must be read in the context of a one-night stay in central London on a low budget. Pros: * Tidy room * En suite toilet & shower * Clean sheets * Decent towel * Decent bed * Pleasant staff Cons: * Room was cold; can't control heat in room; told heat is only on at scheduled times * Duvet not well-matched to room temperature * Shower: anemic water pressure and never got truly hot * Toilet/shower/sink area extremely small * Breakfast limited to cereals, toast, and "juice drinks" If you're looking for a truly comfortable stay, look elsewhere (and be prepared to pay accordingly). If you're looking for a place to sleep within a budget, this hotel will do.
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Jason
Sep 24, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
I've left this accomodation covered in bites. I don't know if these are bed bugs or what but ive been eaten alive and now have had days of irritation and lumps all over my back and arms.
I've left this accomodation covered in bites. I don't know if these are bed bugs or what but ive been eaten alive and now have had days of irritation and lumps all over my back and arms.
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Richard
Sep 11, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
I should have believed the *one star reviews. I thought it couldn’t be as bad as the other reviews stated. The standard of this property is really poor, it’s needing a complete renovation. I have stayed in most of the hotels in Kings Cross area and this would be suitable for those who don’t want anything amazing and maybe just for somewhere to sleep for a few hours.
I should have believed the *one star reviews. I thought it couldn’t be as bad as the other reviews stated. The standard of this property is really poor, it’s needing a complete renovation. I have stayed in most of the hotels in Kings Cross area and this would be suitable for those who don’t want anything amazing and maybe just for somewhere to sleep for a few hours.
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david
Sep 9, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The room was.dirt cheap, but was in the correct location. I only needed somewhere to sleep for 3 hours before getting a train, and the room was by far the cheapest, and I got exactly what I expected and paid for, but I cannot recommend it
The room was.dirt cheap, but was in the correct location. I only needed somewhere to sleep for 3 hours before getting a train, and the room was by far the cheapest, and I got exactly what I expected and paid for, but I cannot recommend it
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P
Aug 31, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Room was in a terrible state. I was in the attic room. Couldn't get into shower cupboard it was that small. Bed creaked badly every time I moved. Then was woken up by room next door for two hours having some kind of party. Someone even tried to open my door. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE.. you've been warned
Room was in a terrible state. I was in the attic room. Couldn't get into shower cupboard it was that small. Bed creaked badly every time I moved. Then was woken up by room next door for two hours having some kind of party. Someone even tried to open my door. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE.. you've been warned
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Simon
Jul 23, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
We surely rent the same hotel next time.
We surely rent the same hotel next time.
FAQs about Grenville House Hotel
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in London City Centre, within a 15-minute walk of The British Museum and Russell Square. It is 1.3 miles from St. Paul's Cathedral and 1.4 miles from Leicester Square.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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- 2026-11-19: 132.06156389710236USD
- 2026-11-20: 157.07267347631836USD
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- 2026-12-17: 134.63577809925843USD
- 2026-12-18: 169.03188222431945USD
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- 2027-01-05: 88.69554722090149USD
- 2027-01-06: 105.87153981417846USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Fee for in-room wireless internet: GBP 2.50 per day (rates may vary)
- Fee for wireless internet in public areas: GBP 2.50 per day (rates may vary)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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