Staunton Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (1736 reviews)
13-15 Gower Street , London , GB

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Daily housekeeping
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location (near British Museum/Euston)
Very helpful and friendly staff
Good to excellent breakfast for many guests
Air conditioning appreciated during heatwave
Comfortable beds and tidy rooms reported
Management accommodated room changes (ground floor option)
Cons:
Rooms can be dated and some bathrooms very small
No elevator; many stairs which can be difficult with luggage
Inconsistent breakfast quality/service for some guests
Occasional maintenance issues (low water pressure, leaks)
Minor cleanliness lapse reported (crumbs in drawers)
Occasional problems with locks/room keys and old TV/AC controls

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
Generally described as clean with very clean bathrooms in several reviews, though isolated reports of crumbs in drawers and minor hygiene concerns reduced the score slightly.
Service
9
Staff repeatedly described as very friendly, helpful and accommodating (helped with room changes, assisted during issues like broken locks and heatwave), giving a strong positive service impression.
Location
9.4
Consistently praised as excellent/ideal — central Bloomsbury, steps from the British Museum, near Euston and subway — a clear major strength.
Room Quality
7.8
Mixed: some rooms described as very nice and spacious (including large triple), others dated with tiny bathrooms, occasional leaks and problems with TVs/AC controls, producing an overall below-average room-quality score.
Amenities
8.1
Air conditioning and in-room tea/coffee were appreciated and crucial during heat, but lack of elevator, narrow stairs and some outdated equipment tempered the rating.
Value for Money
8.1
Perceived as somewhat expensive by some guests but often 'worth it' given location, service and comforts; overall a slightly above-target value perception.
Food and Beverage
7.7
Breakfast received mixed feedback — several guests called it good or excellent and plentiful, while others found it lacking in selection and customer service, pulling the score down.
Overall Experience
8.9
Overall stays described as comfortable and often 'perfect' with appreciative mentions of location, staff and AC during a heatwave, leading to a positive overall impression despite some negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 22:08

Property Description

Charming Georgian Townhouse in London's West End

Luxurious Rooms and Prime Location
Located just a short walk from Oxford Street, the traditional rooms at the Staunton Hotel offer modern amenities including free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and a minibar. Explore nearby Covent Garden and easily access transportation with Goodge Street Tube Station minutes away.

Elegant Decor and Delicious Breakfast
Experience the elegance of cherry-wood furnishings and marble en suite bathrooms with power showers. Relax in the lobby adorned with period features or enjoy a hearty breakfast in the morning.

Historic Charm with Modern Comfort
As a Grade II Listed property, Staunton Hotel seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comfort, offering guests a unique and memorable stay in the heart of London.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of history and luxury at Staunton Hotel.

Important information:

Please note that there is no elevator at the property.

For reservations of 3 or more rooms, or for stays of 5 nights or longer, different policies and additional charges may apply. In such cases, the hotel will contact you to request card details and a deposit payment. Please be aware that without payment of the required deposit, your group booking will be canceled.

Requests for double or twin bed configurations are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.

Smoking is strictly prohibited in all guest rooms. A fee of GBP 250 will be applied if evidence of smoking is found in a room.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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1736 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 9
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 7.7
Overall Experience: 8.9
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smarte78 • family_with_children • no
5
Pros:

Størrelsen på rommet og beliggenheten, de ansatte var hyggelige

Cons:

Innestengt og dårlig luft på rommet, litt dårlig utvalg i buffeten til frokost

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Antony • solo_traveller • gb
9
Superb London Break
Pros:

One of the best rooms we have ever stayed in. Room 304, massive bed, spacious, bath and shower. Staff professional and courteous. Good breakfast. Close to British Museum and Theatres. Choice of underground stations.

Cons:

Air con didn't work, although in October, we didn't need it, so we made no.issue
But that was the only thing we can mark it down for. I suppose £350 a night is steep, but that's Central London for you.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Chiara • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Debby • solo_traveller • us
9
Fabulous location and staff!
Pros:

Fabulous location and the staff was so kind and helpful! Room was big and our bed was also huge and so comfortable! We had AC in our room which was wonderful, as it was still warm during our September visit.

Cons:

Signs of dating- warn carpet and grout falling out of the shower, but the good far outweighed the not good

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Andre • solo_traveller • fr
1
They didn’t have a room when I arrived. They only got a room around 11 PM and the room was completely dirty.
Pros:

Nothing

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Piotr • family_with_children • pl
7
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • gb
7
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Posner • extended_group • dk
9
Pros:

Rigtig god beliggenhed, pænt og ordentligt

Cons:

Der lugtede lidt af parfume på værelset

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Camila • family_with_children • cl
7
La ubicación es lo mejor del hotel, y también la gente que trabajaba en la cocina muy atentas.
Pros:

Lo mejor del hotel es su ubicación

Cons:

Que pese a anunciar que no tenía ascensor, yo viajaba con mi hija pequeña y 4 maletas y ni siquiera nos ofrecieron ayuda y nos pusieron en el 3 piso al cual había que subir por una escalera caracol. El desayuno era rico, pero básico y cero variado. Las habitaciones tenían mala insonorización, se escuchaba lo que ocurría en la pieza del lado.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Sally • couple • gb
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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ELIZABETH • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Lucinda • family_with_children • au
7
Good location. Comfortable rooms.
Pros:

Breakfast was okay. I thought I had booked for full breakfast but staff said only continental breakfast.

Cons:

Stairs.
Helpful to be told about the two identical parallel sets of stairs.
In my room, power wasn’t plugged in for tv. Took a while to get it working. It would be good if staff could ensure all appliances working.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • solo_traveller • be
8
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Michelina • extended_group • au
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • family_with_children • it
9
Consigliato
Pros:

Posizione, silenzioso e pulito

Cons:

Varietà colazione pur se di ottima qualità

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Jerry • couple • us
9
Pros:

Great breakfast and great location

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Ami • couple • il
9
Highly recomended
Pros:

Excellent beds and bath in a posh area, complemented by

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Clean, character building. Excellent location. Really appreciated being able to leave our luggage prior and after check in and out in the reception.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • de
7
Für unseren 4-Tage-Kurzaufenthalt gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis
Pros:

Die Lage des Hotels ist gut - man war sehr schnell an zwei naheliegenden U-Bahn-Stationen.
Zimmer war ok - Wunsch nach zwei Einzelbetten wurde berücksichtigt.
Betten wurden nach zwei Nächten neu bezogen - Top!
Klimaanlage hat gut funktioniert. WLAN perfekt
Wenig Steckdosen - dafür Handyauflagemöglichkeit an Nachtischlampe.

Cons:

Lüftung im Zimmer schwierig, da Doppelfenster, die unterschiedlich bewegt wurden mussten (zudem schwergängig), um Luft hereinzulassen.
Lüftungsfilter im Bad war sehr dreckig/staubig.
Am letzten Tag war kein Toilettenpapier mehr da. Wir haben es an der Rezeption bekommen - mit Entschuldigung.
Frühstück ok - aber am letzten Tag gab es nur noch brown toast - ansonsten kein Brot.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Eunjoo • couple • kr
9
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee