Goodenough College

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with a restaurant, a short walk to Russell Square

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Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a pizza oven, microwave, and ample counter space.
Walkway leading to a large building with a brick facade and multiple windows.
Classic architecture meets serene surroundings in this beautifully maintained building.
Guests can sit and relax in this outdoor seating area adjacent to the building.
Simple, functional room with a large bed and two windows.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
London House - Mecklenburgh Square, London, England, WC1N 2AD
  • Russell Square
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • The British Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Piccadilly Circus
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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Room options

Single Room, Men only, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room, Women only, Shared Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Goodenough College places you in London City Centre, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as The British Museum and Russell Square. This 100-room, 4-star guesthouse has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The British Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Leicester Square - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Piccadilly Circus - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Trafalgar Square - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station - 6 min walk
  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lamb - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Redemption Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Noble Rot Lamb's Conduit - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Perseverance - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Goodenough College

Guesthouse with a restaurant, a short walk to Russell Square
Guests of Goodenough College enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a library. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a reception hall.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include desks and free toiletries. Weekly housekeeping is available.

Languages

English

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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

  • English breakfast available for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

  • This property doesn't allow children 18 and younger (only guests older than 18 are allowed)

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 10 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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 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. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Goodenough College?

Goodenough College offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Goodenough College?

This guesthouse is situated in London City Centre within a short 14-minute walk of The British Museum and also 8 minutes on foot from Russell Square. You'll also find Tottenham Court Road and The Strand less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Goodenough College?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does Goodenough College feature a casino at the property?

No, Goodenough College doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Goodenough College?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Goodenough College?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace at this guesthouse.

Does Goodenough College have a hot tub?

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

Does Goodenough College have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Goodenough College serves an English breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Goodenough College allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Goodenough College.

Does Goodenough College have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How far is the airport from Goodenough College?

The closest major airport to Goodenough College is London City Airport (LCY), which is 10 mi away (39 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 18.7 mi away (51-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Goodenough College?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Goodenough College.

Goodenough College Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 597 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Feruz

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sandrine, PARIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un peu cher pour une résidence étudiante. Bruyant lorsque l'on se trouver côté "rue".
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Awful Stay

If there’s only one review you read, make it this one. Our accommodation was awful. They stuck us in a basement 5 minutes from where we checked in. The room was old, musty, had obvious water damage, and pest control units in the bathroom. We had booked a private double suite, and it was disgusting. Do not book here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the studious atmosphere and sense of history. Staff are really helpful. Amazing coffee in the area and grear cinema. Quiet streets.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

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

quiet neighbourhood in a central location

The hotel is located in the centre of London, within short walking distance from Russell Square and Holborn Tube stations or Kings Cross/ St. Pancrass railway station. Despite this, the surrounding area is very quiet which is because it's just next to Mecklenburgh Square Garden. Check-in was easily done, the room was clean and equipped with everything needed for a short stay and everything worked well. I can recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness

Basic Hslls not a hotel

Very basic. No TV. They are Halls of residence not a true hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
University accommodation at hotel standards but at university prices. Lovely grounds in a vibrant area and close to tube / bus routes. My new go-to place for London vacations.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tsvetomila

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alec

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Would stay again.

This space is basic but clean and comfortable. Bed comfortable as well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandrine, PARIS

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

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the quiet area and view of the park and autumn leaves opposite. There is nothing to dislike, such a peaceful place for central London! So nice not to hear traffic noise all night!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miss R O J

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

More than Goodenough!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No fuss, no frills accomodation in central London. Easy walk from the tube. Helpful staff & beautiful old grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Rory

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a college and the room is a dorm room. Dont expect anything else. It was simple and clean. However, finding the correct place to check in was difficult. I had to walk around the building looking for an open door. There needs to be better signage and/or directions on the listing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

8/10 Good

Hsu-Fen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb value for money, great sized rooms (even had fridges), lovely staff. My only crticism was my room was over the main entrances so quite loud at night as the window wouldnt shut. I imagine there are many quieter rooms. Will 100% stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

suvrat

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic accomodation with decent room size for london. The bed mattress is too basic. No AC like many other london hotels. The location is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024