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The California - London Kings Cross

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, near Piccadilly Circus

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In the heart of London, The California is a tranquil oasis near Trafalgar Square and London Eye. Unwind in the garden or on the terrace, enjoy a drink at the bar, and take advantage of free in-room WiFi. With helpful staff nearby to assist with tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage available for your convenience.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €128
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room (Large)

Comfort Double Room (Large)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - twin
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • 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

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
4-8 Belgrove Street, London, England, WC1H 8AB

What's nearby

  • St Pancras Chambers - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • British Library - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4 - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Russell Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The British Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 2 min walk
  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Plum + Spilt Milk - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The California - London Kings Cross

Hotel near Piccadilly Circus
Located close to Trafalgar Square and London Eye, The California - London Kings Cross provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
  • A reception hall, tour/ticket information and a vending machine
  • Free newspapers and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to public transport
Room features
All 60 rooms offer amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, 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
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

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Is The California - London Kings Cross pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 27 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The California - London Kings Cross on 30 Nov 2025 start from €128.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The California - London Kings Cross?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

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 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The California - London Kings Cross located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square and London Eye. Hyde Park and Big Ben are also within 3 mi (5 km). King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station and London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

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The California - London Kings Cross Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 382 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 173 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1007 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie Gayle

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

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and a comfortable bed. Pleasant staff and a reasonable price, for London.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 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

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, the staff was helpful. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for one night between arriving at LHR and taking the train to Paris. This is the best location for the best price near St Pancras. Highly recommend, the room was very clean and cozy, everyone at the property was lovely and there’s a tube entrance right at the end of the street that takes you directly to Kings Cross/St Pancras. I’ll absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

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

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

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

10/10 Excellent

Hine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious; the location was perfect - across the road from kings cross starion; it was clean and modern; they had a bar that was open til early hours and staff on shift 24/7. Id definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

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

6/10 Okay

Shafick

Small room for a family of 4 and was unusually warm despite being the middle of October! However it is conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Fiona

Disliked: Cleanliness
Meh
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable, friendly staff and very close to Kings cross station.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

Nacho

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, comfortable and clean, family room
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

stephen

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

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was not serviced until the last night despite having the sign requesting service persent on the door the day prior. Otherwise no complaints, room was tidy and staff were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place for an overnighter.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool quirky place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeni

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

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was perfect for overnight stay before a Eurostar journey.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was gross. Black mold in the shower. Beds squeaked, floor under beds were cracking so the floors were not even. Hostel like conditions.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Position to Kings Cross Station
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Scot

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

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To be honest, I was just looking for something close to the Eurostar at Saint Pancras, so I had a quick trip to the station for an early train the next morning. I was delighted to find a place with so much character and charm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025