Elmwood Hotel

3.0 star property
Edwardian hotel with a 24-hour front desk connected to the airport in London

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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19 Argyle Square, Kings Cross, London, England, WC1H 8AS
  • Russell Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • The British Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Piccadilly Circus
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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Room options

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed OR 4 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, Elmwood Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Russell Square and University College London. This 35-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, and express check-in. It's connected to the airport in central London and also close to The British Museum and Leicester Square.

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The British Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Leicester Square - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Piccadilly Circus - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Trafalgar Square - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crystal Kebab - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Rooftop at the Standard - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Indian Lounge - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Elmwood Hotel

Edwardian hotel with a 24-hour front desk connected to the airport in London
At Elmwood Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage.
18-inch TVs come with digital channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include coffee makers, hair dryers, and desks.

Languages

Arabic, English, German, Italian, Maltese, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 5 for adults and GBP 5 for children

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1937
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 18-inch TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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 5 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • In-room safe fee: GBP 2 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Elmwood Hotel London
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Elmwood Hotel London, England
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Elmwood Hotel?

Elmwood Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Elmwood Hotel?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elmwood Hotel on Jun 8, 2025 start from $63.93, 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 can I see close to Elmwood Hotel?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a short 13-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 Elmwood Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Elmwood Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Elmwood Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Elmwood Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Elmwood Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a late night room service menu as well as concierge services and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Elmwood Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Elmwood Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Elmwood Hotel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Elmwood Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Elmwood Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Elmwood Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Elmwood Hotel?

The closest major airport to Elmwood Hotel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 9.3 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 20.2 mi away (55-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Elmwood Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Elmwood Hotel.

Elmwood Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 240 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 201 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 163 out of 1001 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Abdu

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Great location and a fair price for the accomodation provided.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Ed

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dangerous bathroom

Room was ok. However at 6pm a leak flooded through the light fitting in the bathroom onto the floor. It was so dangerous that I didn't have a shower in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

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

Comfortable nights sleep

Good cheap hotel in central London. Nothing fancy but a bed a bathroom with a shower. Good for night of two if you just need somewhere to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very convenient and good value

Very convenient if you want a place by Kings Cross. I took a small single room with en-suite at a very reasonable price and that is exactly what I got. As a plus the staff were extremely friendly. If you are simply looking for a good value overnight stay in a very convenient location then this is your place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

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

Trainmadsteve

This small hotel around King's cross and St Pancras area is not a high end place but nonetheless comfortable and convenient for both stations mentioned above, i had a single room that was ample for my needs, bed was comfortable i had tea and coffee making facilities a small toilet and shower room on the whole i would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Angel

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice, but the beds were uncomfortable and the breakfast didn't have a whole lot of options and was $15 a day for breakfast. It is close to Kings Cross so it was nice for convenience and McDonalds was right next to Kings Cross so if you wanted a larger Varity for breakfast you could just go there.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sook-kum

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A decent room for a decent price

I was looking for a decent but not too expensive room for my short stay and this hotel - very close to King Cross - was perfect for it. Don't expect a 5 star room but if you want to be in center of London and have a ggod night sleep it is perfect for it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Gerald o Donnell

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

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Is ok for a day sleepover
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kind staff
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness

Does the job

Was basic, but good for a quick night's sleep and early morning train from kings cross
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Sam

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Was great value for money stay. Bed very small and was noisy overnight lots people making noise and doors banging etc but for what we paid in King’s Cross i would use it again nice little breakfast too was a bonus really and we got what we paid for. Very friendly staff and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I'm surprised this qualifies as two stars

Check in was easy. There is no lift, so if you are less able bodied or have heavy luggage, be prepared to carry it up as many as three flights of stairs. Check in concierge was a bit aloof, but overnight concierge was pleasant. For the room, one of the worst beds I've slept in. Sheets clean but dust behind bed head (I was looking for plugs). Two towels provided but no foot towel for the floor, so the bathroom becomes very slippery if you take a shower. Shower head holder on the wall was screwed in too close to the ceiling, so you can't engage the shower head in it to take a shower. Kettle lid was broken, so the kettle wouldn't turn off when boiled. Only one cup was provided despite booking a double room for two.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Marnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Close to kings x

Simple hotel, good price for proximity to Kings X. Has everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Lubna

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom exhaust was noisy. Also, the sink wouldn't drain well. The breakfast was meant to be served from 07.30 but they delayed it, so i left without having breakfast. Wouldn't recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Craig

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tiny room with tired decor and shower room which was just about big enough to use, would be acceptable for half the rate charged
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty room, no towel provided and meager breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Malcolm

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were lovely and friendly, but our room was much smaller and more rundown than it appears in the photos. London hotels are very expensive, but this didn’t feel worth what we paid.Overall, it was comfy and quiet and the location is great, but we didn’t want to do anything but sleep there.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Absolutely disgusting!

Very dirty! Hallway carpet not seen a hover for a long time, same as room. Cobwebs everywhere! No sink plug. Could not fill kettle, no space in dirty sink to fill. Dirty unusable shower and very stained towels. Waited ages for entry to Hotel. Apparently, attendant was in toilet! Very expensive £90 for one night. Only convenience being near to St Pancras Station for very early morning Eurostar train to Brussels Midi, then to Brugge Station. Got to be better hotels, would not recommend this place to anybody.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Charlotte

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Chap on reception was great, very friendly and accommodating. Appreciate it wasn't expensive but the comfort level was very poor. Did not have a good night's sleep and the room was tiny
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Suit our needs as only needed a bed to come back to at night. The 2nd member of staff that worked the front desk after check in was rude with limited costumer skills and not helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024