In the heart of London, Central Hotel offers a convenient retreat near Russell Square and The British Museum. Connect to in-room WiFi, store your luggage safely, and enjoy helpful multilingual staff. Previous guests praise the hotel's overall value.
The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4 - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
University College London - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Russell Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
London City Airport (LCY) - 45 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 49 min drive
Luton Airport (LTN) - 73 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 79 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 101 min drive
London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 3 min walk
London (QQS-St. Pancras International Train Station) - 4 min walk
King's Cross Station - 4 min walk
King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 3 min walk
Euston Underground Station - 10 min walk
Russell Square Underground Station - 11 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min walk
Costa Coffee - 1 min walk
Booking Office 1869 - 3 min walk
Burger King - 1 min walk
Five Guys - 4 min walk
About this property
Central Hotel
At Central Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from The British Museum and Oxford Street. Also, Russell Square and Tottenham Court Road are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station is 3 minutes and Euston Underground Station is 10 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol served onsite
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Reception hall
Accessibility
Visual alarms in hallways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
1 stairs to reach property
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
32-inch flat-screen TV
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Soap
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-in between midnight and 3:30 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 15
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting on site.
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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Also known as
Central Hotel London
Central London
Central Hotel Hotel
Central Hotel London
Central Hotel Hotel London
Frequently asked questions
Does Central Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Central Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Central Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Central Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Central Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Central Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What's the area around Central Hotel like?
Central Hotel is in London City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station and 20 minutes' walk from The British Museum.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
7.4
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2026
This was the most friendly and fun hotel I've stayed in in London. I love the murals in the rooms and the staff are so lovely.
Jake
Jake, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 11, 2026
Great location close to King's Cross station.
Room small but clean.
Anne
Anne, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 9, 2026
Ideally located for the Eurostar with an early start
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 22, 2026
Very easy to get to without a car.
Friendly staff. Comfoertable beds.
Room small.
Lise
Lise, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2026
Very convenient accommodation. Very close to the station, simple, but clean and great customer service
Carla C
Carla C, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2026
Another lovely stay at central hotel. Perfect location for my needs
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Apr 3, 2026
Great location
However I got bed bug bitten and my son caught ring worm on his face! I am extremely annoyed!!!!
Krupa
Krupa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 29, 2026
Polite staff. Hotel was clean. Bathroom was nice.
Raina
Raina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2025
Wonderful stay, room was comfortable and clean, front desk staff was helpful and kind
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2026
Responsive to enquiries, kept in touch before arrival and friendly staff ! Excellent if in need to catch an early Eurostar train 😊
Harry
Harry, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 4, 2026
Room was clean and tidy but small. Perfect for one night and so close to the station.
kristian
kristian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
Friendly staff, clean room in a convenient spot.
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2025
Good price great location clean room
Scott D
Scott D, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 23, 2026
Clean, tidy and well priced. Nice staff. Perfect for a nights stay before the eurostar
Small but then most of london is small
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2025
Excellent service. Very clean rooms and bathrooms. Great communication and location. Best place to stay
Cecilia
Cecilia, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 10, 2026
Front desk nice, room good for price of £56 for a twin in central london
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2026
This location is perfect for inter-Euro traveling, since St. Pancras is right a ross the street. The staff were nice and I stood here the night before and after my short trip to Paris. I’d definitely recommend to others.
Angel
Angel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 19, 2025
Rooms were lovely and clean
STEVEN
STEVEN, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 16, 2025
Nice staff and clean rooms, but the rooms were a little bit on the smaller side. The hotel had a very central location. Very easy to navigate around in London from this location.
Thorolf Martin
Thorolf Martin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2025
Great location
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 7, 2025
Staff was courteous
Rochelle
Rochelle, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 23, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised with this being a budget hotel but it was very nice. The room was clean, beds comfy and bedding clean. Towels changed daily. There was a TV and tea and coffee making facilities. The bathroom was clean but is very small anyone large would struggle a bit but other than that we had a good stay.
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2025
Excellent location almost across the street from Kings Cross and St. Pancras. Very helpful staff. The room and bathroom were clean. The bathroom was a bit small but sufficient, though it was a step up from the room, which felt a little weird. I would definitely stay here again.
Ali
Ali, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 11, 2025
convenient location - just in front of King’s cross station. Receptionists are friendly, rooms are old yet cleaned well. Quiet despite being near Ning street and station. Very satisfied.
Naoko
Naoko, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 19, 2025
Great hotel. Excellent location. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay here again.