The Standard London

Hotels
9.4 (2758 reviews)
10 Argyle Street , London , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent food and beverage
Outstanding service from staff
Cons:
Front desk could improve communication

Categories

Cleanliness
9.41
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.78
Guests highlighted the superb service from staff, particularly mentioning Ty and Rachel.
Location
9.22
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
9.17
Rooms are stylish and reflect good vibes.
Amenities
9.2
Amenities were enjoyable and contributed positively to the overall experience.
Value for Money
9.26
Overall good value given the positive experiences.
Food and Beverage
9.61
Food and drinks praised in multiple reviews for quality and enjoyment.
Overall Experience
9.58
Guests expressed a desire to return, indicating an excellent overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 19:22

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
The Standard, London offers 266 uniquely decorated rooms, ranging from snug Cosy Cores to terraced suites with outside bathtubs. Each room features en-suite facilities, flat-screen TVs, Bang & Olufsen speakers, Italian bedding, and complimentary toiletries.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in delicious hearty fare at Double Standard and enjoy a bottomless brunch on Sundays. Isla offers all-day dining, from breakfast until late. Head to Decimo on the 10th floor for live fire cooking by Chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias and breathtaking 360-degree views of London. Sweeties, the rooftop cocktail bar, discotheque, and late-night lounge, provides playful drinks and good vibes.

Unbeatable Views and Entertainment
Experience the cultural hub at The Standard, London, with an eclectic in-house library lounge and bar, as well as the Sound Studio hosting regular DJs, live music events, and talks. Don't miss The Rooftop during Summertime, offering ice-cold cocktails, bao buns, and stunning city views.

Book your stay at The Standard, London for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

Please note that a credit card corresponding to the name on the booking is required at check-in.

Please note that the Standard King Interior doesn't have windows.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 30 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 13 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for £75 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

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Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 2758 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.41
Service: 9.78
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 9.17
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 9.26
Food and Beverage: 9.61
Overall Experience: 9.58
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K2067OYpaulh Business
10
Awesome view - awesome service, awesome drinks
Pros:

Awesome, checked we were happy tyres was very attentive and checked we were happy

2026-07-18 via Tripadvisor
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Catriona family_with_children gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Staff were excellent.
Design details in bedroom good. Having a bath great

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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O8089YRrajs Friends getaway
10
A must for lovers of good atmosphere and good drinks.
Pros:

Jay’s energy and passion always makes the Decimo bar my go-to. The team’s knowledge of a wide range of cocktails and spirits is evident and results in fun experimentation of the menu. I look forward to my next visit.

2026-07-17 via Tripadvisor
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brmusicman Solo travel Chicago, Illinois
10
Nice hotel with great location for St Pancras Intl trains
Pros:

I stayed one night and had a great experience.

The location was wonderful for train travel out of St. Pancras International, which is across the street. Otherwise King's Cross is not my favorite part of London, but it does have great Tube access and is also a short walk to Bloomsbury and other charming neighborhoods.

The building has an interesting history and the hotel has done a great job honoring its modernism whilst converting it to a hotel. While I thought the hallways were a bit drab, the public areas on the ground floor and my guest room and bathroom are very chic. My room had a very thoughtful design. So many other hotels with a 'cool' factor like this one disappoint with IKEA-like furniture and poor functionality. This hotel kept the 'cool' factor while having great, functional design with some quirks that made me smile.

In-room amenities were plentiful (robes, slippers, coffee, water, etc.), the bed was outstanding, the AC worked superbly, the shower had great water pressure, and the room was very quiet.

Staff were helpful at the front desk.

I would not hesitate to return!

2026-07-17 via Tripadvisor
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Stefan couple de
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Odyssey37934945354 Family Walthamstow, Waltham Forest, Greater London, England
10
Amazing service Luigi 🤗
Pros:

Absolutely amazing meal and evening at Decimo. Food and vibe was great, with dj mixing tunes whilst you eat Thanks Luigi for the advice on the food and the mezcal 🙌you were spot on. Fabulous service!

2026-07-16 via Tripadvisor
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Edward couple gb
9
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Emrezy Friends getaway London, England
10
Thanks Tyrese!
Pros:

Thanks Tyrese for all the food & drinks recommendations. We had a great time. I'll be back!

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
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Dremrebadur Friends getaway
10
Wonderful
Pros:

Cool atmosphere and great drinks and meals. Special thanks to mr Tysere.

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
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recycleorburn NONE Los Angeles, California
10
great location, very nice amenities
Pros:

very bougie and cool feeling. the decor is very trendy and eclectic. the rooms are tiny, but i think they're tiny everywhere in london. the best thing is the location. across the street from king's cross??? so convenient! the rooftop view is gorgeous.

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
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Jodie solo_traveller gb
4
Underwhelming rooms, pretentious service, and sneaky hidden fees.
Pros:

The location is absolutely fantastic and incredibly convenient, being directly opposite St. Pancras station.
The hotel building itself has some visually interesting, quirky communal spaces, and the bathroom tiles in our room were lovely. Additionally, the views from the rooftop bar are spectacular—you can see major London landmarks and get a brilliant view of the St. Pancras architecture.

Cons:

​For the premium price, the bedroom was highly disappointing. While I understand they go for a "retro, quirky, compact" aesthetic, it translated to looking very cheap—like a basic collaboration between Premier Inn and IKEA. Being placed on Floor 1 meant our large windows just looked onto a busy road instead of offering any grand views.

​Aside from the excellent views, the actual rooftop bar itself was surprisingly basic and did not feel premium at all. It featured the same flat blue decor as our bedroom, which felt completely out of place with the rest of the hotel's character. We had to laugh at how underwhelming the actual venue was, considering how incredibly pretentious they were about what we were wearing. ​The hostess up there was outright rude, looking my husband up and down with disdain because he had a clean, dark football shirt on (purchased that afternoon due to the heat). She would only allow us to stand at the bar until my husband offered to go change, at which point she finally gave us a table. We walked out of another on-site restaurant later because the staff entirely ignored us.

​Most shockingly, on arrival, we were asked to pay upfront and noticed the math didn't add up. When questioned, the receptionist went completely silent; they had sneakily pre-loaded a discretionary "service charge" (staff tip) onto the bill without asking. It felt incredibly underhanded to try and slide that past us before we had even stepped foot in our room. I had to ask for it to be removed. Having stayed at other hotels in the area for the same price, this simply did not feel worth the money.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Joanna couple gb
7
Pros:

Lovely room, great shower and bath, well designed bars.

Cons:

The cheeky "optional 5%" charge on your room to pay for the staff - on what world does your room charge not cover the staff's salaries.... just a way to charge more and not have it headline in the rate in booking.,....

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Daniel couple gb
10
Great hotel near the Eurostar
Pros:

Always like staying here, it’s a very design orientated hotel, maybe not to everyone’s tastes but I love it. V handy for the Eurostar

Cons:

Some IT issues with checking but they made up for it

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Petra solo_traveller nl
8
Great location, comfy room with fresh air - if you love the 70s this is YOUR place
Pros:

Great location, windows could be opened (a real bonus), I requested a quiet room which indeed I got and allowed me to sleep with fresh air. Comfy beds, long elecrical cord on the hard dryer allowing it to plug in the room but use the mirror in the bathroom. Fantastic !

Cons:

No extension cord (see message what I liked about hair dryer) so could not use the bathroom mirror for styling my hair. The room sleeps 2 people but they only provide 1 coffee bag. I requested more from the concierge (which they brought promptly) and again the next day, the same thing: only one coffee bag. Why ?

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Monkeyandpeanuts Couples Esher, Surrey, England
10
Beni at the Bar is the Best!
Pros:

Loving sitting at the counter watching the place have fun. Incredible food plates and Beni at the bar is incredibly attentive and mixes a mean cocktail can recommended the Honey Sour Thanks Beni!

2026-07-10 via Tripadvisor
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Pioneer14915373846 Friends getaway
10
Shout out to Andrea!
Pros:

Shout out to Andrea, he’s an excellent bartender and has such a kind soul. He was attentive and made our experience worth while and we will definitely be back.

2026-07-10 via Tripadvisor
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P5988MKemman Friends getaway
10
Andrea is amazing!!’
Pros:

I love Andrea he is an amazing bartender.

2026-07-10 via Tripadvisor
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dharc73 Friends getaway
10
Luigi perfection
Pros:

Luigi was absolute perfection - from guiding the cocktails, to the selection of mains, Caesar salad by tableside to a sublime cholate mousse with espresso martinis with a much welcome twist.

2026-07-10 via Tripadvisor
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P5414EJashleyb Couples
10
Amazing service from safia
Pros:

We came to celebrate our anniversary and safia made it special. Great food and even better service.

2026-07-10 via Tripadvisor
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369afonsos Couples
10
Great Food, Atmosphere & Service
Pros:

Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. Great place to try and enjoy several small dishes.
The design of the restaurant is very aesthetic and the atmosphere is relaxed and inviting.
Nothing beats that view from the 10th floor!
The experience was elevated by the exceptional service: Safia was very friendly and approachable, recommending good dishes to pair up.

2026-07-10 via Tripadvisor