The California - Kings Cross St Pancras, London

Hotels
7.8 (5720 reviews)
4-8 Belgrove St , London , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Decent amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small room size
Noise problems

Categories

Cleanliness
6.7
Multiple reviews noted the room cleanliness was lacking, with mentions of dirty conditions.
Service
8.7
Staff were noted as friendly and helpful, with numerous positive comments.
Location
9.2
Many reviews highlighted the excellent proximity to transport links and key attractions.
Room Quality
6.7
Several reviews indicated small and poorly maintained rooms with noise issues.
Amenities
7.7
Some amenities like showers were mentioned as satisfactory, though room size was often criticized.
Value for Money
8.2
While some found it overpriced, others felt it was a fair price for the location.
Food and Beverage
7.2
Average comments on food offerings, with good breakfast noted.
Overall Experience
8
Mixed feelings with some highlights, but overall an acceptable stay given the price.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 10:27

Property Description

Central Location

The California, a charming and modern hotel, is conveniently located less than a minute's walk from Kings Cross and St Pancras Railway Station in central London. The prime location offers easy access to major transportation hubs and popular attractions.

Stylish Rooms

With 60 stylish rooms spread over 4 floors in Georgian townhouses, The California provides a unique accommodation experience. The rooms boast original features like staircases and windows, along with modern amenities including private bathrooms, TVs, and safety deposit boxes.

Relaxation and Convenience

Guests can unwind in the bar, lounge, or private terrace, perfect for enjoying drinks or simply relaxing after a day of exploring London. The 24-hour reception ensures convenience and assistance whenever needed.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at The California - book your stay now for an unforgettable London getaway.

Important information:

Please note that there are no elevators in the hotel.

The closest car park is NCP Judd Street, a 7 minute walk from the hotel.

Please note, smoking is not permitted at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • 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.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 5720 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.7
Service: 8.7
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 6.7
Amenities: 7.7
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 7.2
Overall Experience: 8
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Hinda • family_with_children • fr
9
Très satisfaisant et agréable.
Pros:

Séjour super et très satisfaisant. Le personnel est adorable, serviable et très à l'écoute. L'hôtel est très propre et chaleureux. On reviendra très vite !

Cons:

Malheureusement les murs étaient fins et on pouvait entendre les chambres à côté.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Darren Boston • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Room size quite small

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Van Ackere • extended_group • be
1
Mauvaise expérience
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Philip • solo_traveller • us
8
Cozy room and super staff.
Pros:

Proximity to Eurostar.
Stellar staff, especially the front desk gals who carried my luggage to the room and Irene who lugged my heavy suitcase down 2 flights of stairs and kept me entertained before my early departure to catch a Eurostar.
Room was clean but small. There was a bathtub and plenty of hot water.
Could not complain about anything as it was great for my one night stay.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Gilda Cecilia • solo_traveller • cl
2
HOTEL PARA NO VOLVER
Pros:

Solo la atención del personal y la cama

Cons:

Casi todo ,es una casa antigua muy mal estado , de 5 pisos sin ascensor, no tiene posibilidad de desayuno escalas angostas y empinadas.Lobby oscuro y mal tenido.
Me dieron en principio una habitación del segundo piso, tamaño bueno pero una cama en altura con escalera para subir, pedí cambio por integridad física para nosotros que somos adultos mayores y me dieron otra en el piso 5 más acogedora y cama normal.Las chicas de recepción nos ayudaron a car las maletas. Un fiasco ese hotel y fuera de precio para lo que es y ofrece.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Simon • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Everything was brilliant

Cons:

There was a Foreign girl with short dark hair working the first night we came back late at night and she was very forward and came across a bit arrogant and wasnt helpful and made us feel a bit shit and didnt seem like she wanted to be there, kept trying to get back to her laptop, another few residents arrived back late and she sighed as though it was an inconvenience, THE rest of the staff were fantastic and the rest of our experience was faclntastic apart from her!

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Nice staff, good location

Cons:

Very very uncomfortable bed, very very small room & bathroom. Felt claustrophic.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
9
So close to all local ransport! Great breakfast!
Pros:

Location provides convenient access to trains, buses, and underground. Breakfast is incredibly good!

Cons:

There’s no lift which is not a deal breaker but just so you know.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Weronika • couple • pl
10
Świetna lokalizacja, pyszne śniadania
Pros:

Świetna lokalizacja, bardzo dobre śniadania.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Olivier • couple • be
9
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Sally • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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anthony • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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SANDRA • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

The hotel is very close to St Pancras, so easy to move around.
Very welcoming staff
Good breakfast

Cons:

A bit noisy

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • couple • fr
5
Apart from the rude woman at reception the stay was ok.
Pros:

It’s proximity to Saint Pancras

Cons:

The woman at the reception was very rude.

Lights didn’t work in our room. We didn’t feel we could ask for help as the reception was so negative!

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Gargrave • solo_traveller • gb
2
Booked a larger room but moved to a smaller one no money was given back, holes in mattress and damp room zero customer s
Pros:

Location and previous visit

Cons:

Arrived and the basement room we were given was damp and stunk they moved our room and gave us a room with a badly broken mattress once we let them know the manager wouldn’t answer the staff member to sort anything out so we had 4 hours sleep (which neither of us slept) nothing was done and even when we left the member of staff just stood there and said I can’t cope with stressful situations and my boss hasn’t replied I asked her if she could check her phone again before we left she did her boss had replied but she wouldn’t call her or do anything for the terrible night and stay we had.
We have since complained to booking.com and are yet to hear about what will be done but there was zero customer service. Not sure how you can leave a member of staff to run a night shift with nothing in the way of contingency for anything going wrong and no port of call.
Awful experience and she literally just put her head in her hands and said I can’t help you.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Sonja • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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lisa • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Super close to station
Nice staff
Comfy
Value for money

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Annette • couple • gb
7
It offered what was necessary for an overnight stay.
Pros:

Location was excellent as we were catching the Eurostar the following morning.

Cons:

It was adequate.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Mark Watkinson • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No a/c so had to sleep with window open which increased the noise levels to disturbed sleep levels

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee