What makes it 58% Kids-Friendly: Quad family rooms and Wi-Fi provide basic space, and Coram’s Fields playground is 15 min away, yet there are no extra beds, kids club or on-site play zones—confirm room setup in advance.
King’s Cross St. Pancras: 470 m (6 min walk)
Connect to six Tube lines and Eurostar services.
St Pancras International: 640 m (8 min walk)
Eurostar departures to Paris and Brussels.
Charles Dickens Museum: 590 m (7 min walk)
Explore Dickens’s former London home with furnished period rooms.
Tip: Check opening hours online; guided tours fill up fast.
British Library: 660 m (8 min walk)
Home to historic manuscripts and quiet reading rooms.
Tip: Bring a laptop to work in the outdoor piazza café.
British Museum: 1.2 km (15 min walk)
World-class collections with free entry to permanent exhibits.
Tip: Pick up a free Explorer Trail at the Families Desk.
Complimentary Wi-Fi:
Unlimited high-speed internet in all rooms and public areas.
Garden Area:
Small outdoor garden for a quiet drink or reading.
Luggage Storage:
Store bags free at the 24-hour front desk before check-in or after check-out.
Safe Deposit Box:
Secure valuables at the front desk at no extra charge.
On-site Restaurant:
Order meals from the hotel menu; check prices at reception.
Tour & Ticket Assistance:
Book West End show tickets and day trips; service fees apply.

J
I rarely write reviews, but my experience at this hotel was so unacceptable that I feel obligated to warn others. Upon arrival, my sister and I found bedbugs/insects in our room, which we immediately reported at the reception. We were told we would receive a refund, and based on that reassurance, we left the hotel and arranged alternative accommodation at the very last minute — which was signific...
Molly W
Great spot for busy travellers looking for a good value stay. We spent minimal time in the room, which had all the necessities and amenities we needed. Hotel was close to Kings Cross, on a quieter side street. Clean, with a relaxed environment, and 24hr front desk.
Camille LATIN
We stayed at this hotel last week. We were a little concerned about the other reviews, but we were surprised by the quality of the service provided. No complaints about cleanliness, the room was comfortable and well equipped (TV, kettle, towels, soap, etc.). For the price range and given its proximity to Saint-Pacras train station, this hotel met our requirements. I'm deducting one star for the on...
Robert Johnston
The room was comfortable, and shower pressure was good. Reception and corridors are vey shabby which made for poor impression however the room was clean and warm although the bathroom has a damp smell which off putting. It was a well priced room in a central location however I would not book as again
Adam Gibbons
Room for improvement but half decent at a good price. You only get one pillow each but staff gave plenty more on request. The bed was the main issue. Not terrible but not a the best mattress, or best quality bedding. Bathroom smelled a bit but it was very hot, so might have been the water evaporating in the shower trap. It did seem to lessen shortly after the shower had been run. So I gave i...
Address: 55 Swinton St, London WC1X 9NT, UK
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From London City Airport, take a taxi (approx 43 min drive) directly to Arriva Hotel. From Heathrow, allow 45–60 min by taxi.
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