Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London

5.0 star property
Luxury London hotel connected to a rail/subway station, steps from The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4

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The Northern Hotel features a classic, symmetrical facade with evenly spaced windows and a central entrance.
Enjoy a kitchen with coffee machine and city views.
Enjoy a view of historic architecture from the comfort of this room, featuring a neatly made bed and a cozy chair.
Stunning hotel corridor with a polished floor, elegant chandelier, and bookshelves lined with books and decorative items.
Enjoy a classic dining experience in our outdoor seating area with tables and chairs set amidst a historic building.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
King's Cross St Pancras Station, Pancras Road, London, England, N1C 4TB
  • Big Ben
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • London Bridge
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Buckingham Palace
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London is adjacent to The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4 and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like British Library. This 88-room, 5-star hotel has a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges, along with free in-room WiFi. It's connected to a rail/subway station in central London and also close to Coal Drops Yard and Camden Markets.

What's nearby

  • The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4 - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Regent's Park - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Big Ben - 8 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • London Bridge - 8 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • St Pancras International Station - 2 min walk
  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Parcel Yard - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chambers Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪GNH Bar and Terrace - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The German Gymnasium - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London

Luxury London hotel connected to a rail/subway station, steps from The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4
At Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a computer station. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include express check-out, free newspapers, and a terrace.
40-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include espresso makers, safes, and phones. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London is listed in the 2014 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Italian, Polish, Romanian, Spanish

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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

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: GBP 20 to 30 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • GNH Bar and Terrace
  • Little Bar
  • RAILS Restaurant

Things to do

  • Fitness classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Transfer shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1854
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 20 to 30 per person

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

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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?

Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?

As of Jul 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London on Aug 15, 2025 start from $246.15, 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a short 15-minute walk of Russell Square and also 19 minutes on foot from Tottenham Court Road. You'll also find The British Museum and Leicester Square within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London include a casino on the premises?

No, Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this boutique hotel include Egyptian cotton sheets, a turndown service, and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London serves continental breakfast for a surcharge at RAILS Restaurant.

Will Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?

The closest major airport to Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London is London City Airport (LCY), which is 10.6 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 18.6 mi away (49-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London.

Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 586 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Hamilton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room for the night as booked. Location couldn't be better next to King's Cross station for our train the next date. Room was pin quiet and modern retaining some more original characteristics as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

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

Great hotel

I really enjoyed my stay. The hotel is lovely, clean and in a fantastic location. I was surprised how quiet my room was given its proximity to Kings Cross Station. It was so quiet! Best hotel shower I’ve ever experienced. Small (as I was expecting) but perfectly formed room, well designed. I appreciated the little touches like a note reminding me that the clocks were changing overnight and the pantry at the end of the hallway with complimentary little cakes and different teas. I would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

Perfect location for Eurostar

Perfect location for Eurostar, staff very friendly and hotel very clean but small rooms for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Swiss Farm

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay overview

Trip to watch 6 Nations at Twickenham My wife went shopping I went to Twickers Hotel room very comfy clean etc Liked the coffee machine in the pantry Paid for breakfast with room little bit disappointed that no offer of self service cereals Menu a bit confusing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariane

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located, pleasant rooms, good restaurant for breakfast and dinner
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Great decor, room was a little cold and noisy, but still nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

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

Excellent London Stay

This was a perfect choice! Great location, in an area with a great vibe. Room was small but beautifully presented, which was no problem. Breakfast choices were excellent and dining options nearby are plentiful. Close to a number of mainline and underground stations, so suitable for all travellers. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room wasn’t ready in check in and there was an electrical issue affecting the room which meant none of the plug sockets worked. Over priced for actual facilities. Paying for location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

jo

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Bad checkin
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant transport links from the station adjacent to this marvellous hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Fabienne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Good location

We've tried a few hotels around King's Cross and this is not one we will be going back to. Room very small, very small bathroom. Bed very hard - I had to ask for a spare duvet to sleep on. Staff were nice but basically not worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

PHILIP

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

A little over priced

Unfortunately was allocated an accessible room so the bathroom wasn’t great. Bedroom comfortable if a little small. They tend to lock the doors late so booking in if you’re arriving late does require a bit of window knocking to attract the attention of staff. Generally a comfortable stay but I’d have expected a little more considering the price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is incredibly convenient located to two major overground stations and the underground network. It’s a very positive as a whole. The only drawback is the doors throughout the hotel are extremely heavy. They bang throughout the night as people travel through corridors and enter rooms. This is sleep disrupting for light sleepers
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

V good

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Highly recommend this hotel.

Lovely room on the top floor of the hotel with a great view of the clock tower at St Pancras station. Characterful, excellent and spacious both in room and bathroom with a lovely large shower….pressure wasn’t powerful but adequate for someone with long hair☺️ Bed was very comfy with lovely squishy pillows. Staff were friendly and helpful. My husband and I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again even if we weren’t travelling on Eurostar the next day……which is literally just across the road. One of the best hotels we’ve stayed in in London☺️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024