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The California - London Kings Cross

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Piccadilly Circus

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Comfort Double Room (Large) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Restaurant
Family Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Front of property
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

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4-8 Belgrove Street, London, England, WC1H 8AB
  • Piccadilly Circus
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Trafalgar Square
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • London Eye
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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Room options

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Family Suite | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Suite

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Comfort Double Room (Large) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Comfort Double Room (Large)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Twin Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Single Room

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Large Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Small Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Small Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, The California - London Kings Cross is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square. This 60-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free newspapers in the lobby.

What's nearby

  • Piccadilly Circus - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Trafalgar Square - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Big Ben - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • London Eye - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 8 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 2 min walk
  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chambers Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪GNH Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Booking Office Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The California - London Kings Cross

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Piccadilly Circus
The California - London Kings Cross features free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a reception hall, a garden, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and designer toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and desks are also standard.

Languages

English, French, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Urdu

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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 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 25 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 25 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

California Hotel London
California London
The California London, England
The California London
The California
The California - London Kings Cross Hotel
The California - London Kings Cross London
The California - London Kings Cross Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The California - London Kings Cross?

The California - London Kings Cross offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The California - London Kings Cross?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The California - London Kings Cross on Jun 8, 2025 start from $190.67, 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 close to The California - London Kings Cross?

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 Leicester Square within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The California - London Kings Cross?

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

Does The California - London Kings Cross include a casino on the premises?

No, The California - London Kings Cross doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The California - London Kings Cross?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The California - London Kings Cross?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a terrace, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Does The California - London Kings Cross have a hot tub?

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

Does The California - London Kings Cross have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The California - London Kings Cross offers an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The California - London Kings Cross allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The California - London Kings Cross though service animals are welcome.

Does The California - London Kings Cross have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The California - London Kings Cross?

The closest major airport to The California - London Kings Cross is London City Airport (LCY), which is 9.1 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 20.2 mi away (55-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The California - London Kings Cross?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The California - London Kings Cross.

The California - London Kings Cross Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 364 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 366 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maylani

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was close to the station which is why we chose this one. It was clean and accommodating. We were just surprised that there were no elevator and we had to carry our luggage to the second floor on a narrow and winding staircase (although it seems like narrow winding staircases are common in Europe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, the property is cute and cozy. The main suggestion would be more towels in the room. We only had one towel each, no hand towels or wash cloths.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ok for a short stay

Brilliant location. Clean but very noisy I am deaf and I found the noise of the nearby tubes very loud. They run until midnight which was unfortunate as I had an early train he next day
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

May

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness

OK stay

Friendly staff when checking in. Our room was tiny and the bed wasn’t the most comfortable. No hand towel so we had to use our bath towel to dry our hands. The flooring was lifting in places and the whole place felt tired and in need of a spruce up. Great location for the station and lots of restaurants and bars in the area. Could hear the trains but didn’t mind that.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely caring staff. So handy to St Pancras International.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

Why I liked the California

The hotel was right by the tube and Kings Cross station. There’s an amazing Indian restaurant nearby and a corner store. We were warmly greeted and given first floor accommodations. Location is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Jesse

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed at The California and had a mixed experience. The hotel does not quite match the pictures online—it’s much older and smaller than expected, like many places in London, and could use some updates. On the positive side, the staff and cleaning team were very helpful and efficient, and the shower had great water pressure. We also appreciated being able to control the heat in our room, which made our January stay comfortable (though we’re not sure how it would be in the summer). However, there were some major downsides. The room was very small, especially the bathroom, with no toilet roll holder and no hand or face towels provided. The mattresses were far too soft, which left us with some backaches by the end of our stay. Additionally, there was construction right across the street, and the room had little to no sound insulation, making it feel like the workers were practically in the room with us. Overall, while the hotel had some good aspects, it fell short of expectations due to the misleading photos, outdated feel, noise issues, and uncomfortable beds. Would I stay here again? Not if I can help it, unless some updates are made.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice homely feel to the Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sophie

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

6/10 Okay

Gafyn

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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Jessica, stockton

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oh friends.......the bathroom doors are made of frosted glass. So if you are traveling with friends and you want some privacy - you won't have it. The door is almost translucent as soon as it gets steamy in the bathroom from a shower. Not to mention, it doesn't block out any noises, so I hope you are SUPER comfortable with whomever you are traveling with. This is my only complaint about the hotel, otherwise I liked it. I enjoyed this hotel's closeness to Kings Cross/St Pancras - it made train travel super easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a pleasure, business or leisure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely professional and nice and the facility was clean. It was in perfect walking distance of several eating establishments as well
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024