House of Toby

3.0 star property

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Deluxe Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Swinton Street, 65, London, ENG, WC1X 9NT
  • Place, British Library
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, University College London
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Quadruple Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre within a short walk of Russell Square, House of Toby is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as The British Museum. The 24 rooms at this 3-star hotel include coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and pillowtop beds.

What's nearby

  • The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4 - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • British Library - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University College London - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Russell Square - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The British Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 7 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scottish Stores - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Honest Burgers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Creams Cafe Kings Cross - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Water Rats - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Lucas Arms - ‬1 min walk

About this property

House of Toby

Guests staying at House of Toby enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. This hotel also has a porter/bellhop.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 7.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 7.50 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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 1:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

House Toby Hotel London
House Toby Hotel
House Toby London
House Toby
The House Of Toby London England
The House of Toby
House of Toby Hotel
House of Toby London
House of Toby Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at House of Toby?

House of Toby provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around House of Toby?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a short 14-minute walk of Russell Square. You'll also find The British Museum and St. Paul's Cathedral within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at House of Toby?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does House of Toby feature a casino at the property?

No, House of Toby doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at House of Toby?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about House of Toby?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a hydromassage showerhead as well as a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at House of Toby?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does House of Toby feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

House of Toby offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will House of Toby allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at House of Toby.

Are there connecting rooms at House of Toby?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to House of Toby?

The closest major airport to House of Toby is London City Airport (LCY), which is 10.3 mi away (48 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 18.9 mi away (59-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at House of Toby?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at House of Toby.

House of Toby Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 298 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 437 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location , friendly staff, very comfortable bed , clean place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mitul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific location and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Zayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, quiet, clean and the service is excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you need at a hotel is here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Edward

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

Great stay

Comfortable, good value for money and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities
Loved the location and surrounding neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Great value for money

Very well kept hotel, clean and good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jack

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

A excellent stay

Was really good, the staff were very welcoming, kind and the service was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Loui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent ! The staff were great!
Verified

8/10 Good

In Na

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

London Stay

Stayed in a triple room which wasn’t massive but everything we needed. Service was excellent and very clean hotel. Location was great so would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The fire alarm going off and we had to evacuate in the middle of our sleep due to a faulty system. The staff did not seem to care.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel, clean, friendly staff and reasonably priced for London. Close to transport links.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are excellent and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

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

Brilliant hotel

Hotel is excellent but the rooms and bathrooms are too small. All the rooms bed linens towels are fresh
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dipty

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

Fabulous stay in a lovely hotel in Kings Cross

Had a lovely short stay here, the staff were welcoming, friendly and helpful. The room was clean, modern and bed was very comfortable. Location is great, quiet, away from the hustle & bustle of Kings Cross.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really helpful and accommodating. The hotel is conveniently located close to Kings Cross train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great friendly little hotel. The welcome you get is so warm and every time you go in and out the lovely gentleman take time to speak to you. Room great and comfortable and the breakfast a welcome bonus.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night stop in London before catching the Eurostar. The hotel is perfectly located near St Pancras Station
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and reasonably priced and very close (10 minutes walk) to transport hub.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall good and close to train station
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Avidly enjoed my stay at this hotel, would come again. Thank you for having me
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor, small as expected in London but perfect for Eurostar access. Fantastic shower and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

?

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was tiny, but clean and enough comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money, clean, excellent customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024