MacDonald

2.0 star property
Hotel near The British Museum in London

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Photo gallery for MacDonald

A multi-story brick building with a sign for the "Macdonald Hotel" on the ground floor.
A dining table with chairs, a vase of yellow flowers, and a pitcher of orange juice.
A room with a bench, a small table with brochures, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.
Down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)
A hallway with a wooden desk displaying brochures, a door leading to another room, and a mirror reflecting a cluttered area with bags.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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45-46 Argyle Square, Kings Cross, London, England, WC1H 8AL
  • Place, St Pancras Chambers
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, British Library
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 75 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 75 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 75 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Courtyard View

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find University College London and Russell Square. The British Museum and Oxford Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • St Pancras Chambers - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • British Library - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4 - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University College London - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Russell Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Double Standard - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Betjeman Arms - ‬3 min walk

About this property

MacDonald

Hotel near The British Museum in London
MacDonald offers its guests multilingual staff and a front-desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This London hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • No smoking on site
MacDonald offers 30 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature down comforters. Televisions come with digital channels.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 21-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 12:30 AM and 1:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 12:30 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 12:30 AM and 1:30 AM

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

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Air conditioning is not provided. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at MacDonald.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is MacDonald to the airport?

MacDonald is 10.7 mi (45-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does MacDonald have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at MacDonald.

Does MacDonald offer free breakfast?

MacDonald does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at MacDonald?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at MacDonald?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM.

Is there free parking at MacDonald?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does MacDonald have a pool?

MacDonald does not have a pool.

Does MacDonald have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is MacDonald to downtown London?

MacDonald is 1.5 mi away from London.

MacDonald Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 297 out of 937 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 937 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 201 out of 937 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 937 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 937 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable stay in a great location, and surprisingly quiet too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Welcoming staff, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little stay. Good location a clean room and good staff! Good stuff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Irena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great, clean room and location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a basic hotel, but clean and functional, with a comfy bed and friendly staff. Being near to Kings Cross St Pancras stations its location is amazing, and for the price, you can't really fault it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to saint pancras and kings cross station so plenty of facilities near by
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very near St Pancras station
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price this was a great stay. The staff were perfectly pleasant and if you accept that this is a budget choice then you won’t be disappointed at all. Thanks for a cool stay in an ideal location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Good location and value for money - perfect for 1 night's stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for Kings Cross
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accomodating staff. Close to St Pancras Station :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great location - walkable to restaurants and train station. Location was clean. Room was small, but that the condition of these old building.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and friendly receptionist. Room had all I needed and represented good value for central London.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Fab location, great travel stop over
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, just 2 blocks from the train and underground or 30 min walk into central London. The shower, bathroom and room was nice and clean and I really appreciated the coffee in the room. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Coumba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Basic, but the beds were comfortable, the staff were lovely, close to Train station. Perfect for what I needed. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely and clean as was shower and toilets and the whole hotel was lovely and clean. Cosy room but suited my needs.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and clean, ideal for a night of two. Excellent location, two minutes from King’s Cross railway station. Guest accommodation doesn’t have restaurant of bar but everything you need is minutes away. Tea and coffee in each room. Rooms small but adequate. Great for solo travellers. Staff are all very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Rebekka

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Really close to Kings Cross, which is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money, especially being so close to St Pancras
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was immaculately clean and bed was very comfy. The area is quite and location is great. Staff were friendly too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stop over for travelling on from London.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great experience. Basic accommodation, but cheap, clean and warm. Friendly reception on arrival. Would definitely stay again 👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adrià

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and cheap and has views of the park which is what I wanted. Very nice receptionist.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026