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The California - London Kings Cross

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Piccadilly Circus

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Comfort Double Room (Large) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
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Bar (on property)
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Restaurant

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 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)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room (Large) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Comfort Double Room (Large)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Family Suite | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Suite

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Large Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Small Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Small Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 5

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About the neighborhood

London

City center stay.Your stay at this London City Centre hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square. London Eye and Hyde Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • St Pancras Chambers - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • British Library - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University College London - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Russell Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The British Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 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) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Standard Rooftop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The California - London Kings Cross

3-star hotel near Piccadilly Circus
As a guest of The California - London Kings Cross, 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 - London Kings Cross 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.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
The California - London Kings Cross 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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)!

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.

  • 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

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The California - London Kings Cross to the airport?

The California - London Kings Cross is 10.5 mi (48-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The California - London Kings Cross?

As of Jan 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The California - London Kings Cross on Feb 9, 2026 start from $110.49, excluding 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.

Does The California - London Kings Cross have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The California - London Kings Cross.

Does The California - London Kings Cross offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The California - London Kings Cross, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 25 for adults and GBP 6 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The California - London Kings Cross?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The California - London Kings Cross?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The California - London Kings Cross?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The California - London Kings Cross have a pool?

The California - London Kings Cross does not have a pool.

Does The California - London Kings Cross have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The California - London Kings Cross to downtown London?

The California - London Kings Cross is 1.5 mi away from London.

The California - London Kings Cross Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1012 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short overnight stay for early morning start. Very convenient for St Pancras. All good. Many thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, friendly and welcoming staff, quiet location, close to all transport spots and amenities. Plenty of restaurant selection near by also. The room was nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group
Perfect for a short stay and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie Gayle

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our time at The California was perfect! The staff were very friendly & resourceful, plus the location is perfect to travel into the main city area.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenyan

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pleasant and helpful staff. Room was quite small and hotel was showing a bit of wear and tear but good enough for an affordable family stay only a few paces from Kings Cross.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeni

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The smallest room I’ve ever stayed in in London. Clean but noisy - some industrial aircon blasting outside the window. €250 a night is a rip off.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and fine for a short stay, we had a basement room so could hear the tubes underneath us but wasn’t too annoying. I’d definitely come back and stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mr S

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
A nice clean room, but the bed was quite high off the ground, so my wife found it difficult to get onto. The shower over the bath was good and powerful, but the towels to dry yourself with were a bit like large postage stamps. There was a kettle and hairdryer, but no fridge. The room was too small for the bed. There was about six inches of space to get around the bed, bùt the tv was on the wall, meaning one had to lean forward whilst stepping sideways to get around. The space available was further reduced by a tall mirror on a hook with legs that I accidentally kicked whilst trying to squeeze past.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valeria

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable room, friendly staff. Very attentive and helpful. Only criticism was being woke up at 8am from people (housekeeping) talking really loud in the hallway outside our room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Scot

Liked: Staff & service
Cosy double was very small.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb location very close to King’s Cross, good value for money given size of room and facilities. I had a room with a bath and a balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Roanna

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

Lovely location to stay in

We have stayed here before. The room is pretty decent sized and the bathroom we had fairly big. It's in a good area close to Kings Cross/St Pancras and several eating establishments. Overall a great placeto stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a family of 4 that were getting an eatly train on the Eurostar to Paris. Lots of stairs so was a bit hard for us cause bags were heavy. Staff were all lovely and room was spacious!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small rooms but great location and excellent service. Very clean and nice bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room with all necessary amenities, good location for transportation, plenty of shops, bars and restaurants nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed not the comfiest
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

IAN

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Staff & service

Great Location ideal for a short London layover

The hotel is about 3 minutes away from Kings Cross. and St Pancras stations and closer to the tube entrance. We had an early departure for the Eurostar. The California have very helpful and friendly staff and the accommodation, though basic, was clean. Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location across from Kings Cross and St. Pancras Station. Property was clean and well kept with updated bathrooms and comfortable beds. Staff was very helpful and polite, and I appreciated the 24 hour staffed front desk. Nice to have small bar on site as well!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

GOLDA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to Kings Cross. Our room though has no window !!! God forbid - if there’s fire or emergency… not good , you’ll be trapped ! This is my 3rd time here but this room we had this time was in the basement and you had to go through a steep staircase which can also be dangerously high risk for a fall ! Other than the no window & steep staircase- it was a good stay !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rommel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

DEBORA

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

Great location and staff, tiny rooms

Very helpful staff. Very clean but impossibly small rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025