Elmwood Hotel

Hotels
6.3 (3222 reviews)
19 & 20 Argyle square , London , gb
+44 20 7833 4818

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Affordable rates
Cons:
Small and cramped rooms
Unfriendly service

Categories

Cleanliness
5.38
Multiple reviews mentioned issues such as worn bed linen, stains, and lack of cleanliness.
Service
7.35
Reception service was noted as cold and unfriendly; however, some positive mentions of staff assistance.
Location
8.39
Consistently praised for its proximity to stations and central areas.
Room Quality
4.84
Several comments on cramped, small rooms and uncomfortable bedding.
Amenities
5.87
Limited amenities mentioned, along with some specific issues such as towels and hairdryer availability.
Value for Money
5.83
Feedback indicates dissatisfaction with price relative to the quality and size of the rooms.
Food and Beverage
6.88
Breakfast service received positive remarks, but overall dining options were not extensively covered.
Overall Experience
5.85
Mixed reviews highlight both positive and negative aspects leading to a moderate overall sentiment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 03:46

Property Description

Convenient Central Location
Located just a stone's throw away from King's Cross and St Pancras International stations, The Elmwood Hotel offers a budget-friendly stay in the heart of London. Perfect for exploring top attractions like the British Museum, Piccadilly Circus, and Covent Garden.

Newly Decorated Rooms
Enjoy comfort and style in one of the 35 en suite rooms, recently refurbished to provide a cozy retreat after a day of sightseeing. Free high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, ensuring you stay connected during your stay.

Delicious Breakfast Options
Start your day right with a hearty breakfast selection featuring ham, cheese, boiled eggs, fruit, yogurts, cereals, toast, and more. Whether you prefer a hot or cold drink, the Elmwood Hotel has you covered.

Book your stay at The Elmwood Hotel for a memorable and convenient London experience.

Important information:

Please inform property in advance if arriving after midnight.

Breakfast is served between 07:30 to 09:30 Monday to Friday and from 08:00 until 10:00 on Saturdays and Sundays.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.
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

6.3
Based on 3222 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.38
Service: 7.35
Location: 8.39
Room Quality: 4.84
Amenities: 5.87
Value for Money: 5.83
Food and Beverage: 6.88
Overall Experience: 5.85
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annette • solo_traveller • au
7
This hotel is good for a short stay particularly if you need to be close to Kings Cross/St Pancras.
Pros:

Proximity to station.

Cons:

There were a few dodgy characters hanging around outside.

The pillow was awful! It had clearly seen better days. Flat as a pancake!

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Pavel • solo_traveller • cz
5
Pros:

Super lokalita. Hodně v centru Londýna. Blízko na metro i vlak.
Cena za ubytování výborná.
Možnost koupě snídaně za 7£.
Snídaně prostá, ale dá se najíst. Nikde v okolí se za takhle málo prostě nenajíte.

Cons:

Zařízení prosté. Malá koupelnička.
Na druhou stranu cena odpovídá kvalitě. Doporučuji těm co ráno odejdou a až večer se vrátí. Vykoupou se a jdou rovnou spát.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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HIROMICHI • extended_group • jp
5
Not so clean
Pros:

Good price for hotel near Kings Cross station.

Cons:

Very old and not so clean. We were introduced to basement room. Little bit smelly, with some of the room lights were damaged. Sometime toilet did not flush. Not bad but there should be a better hotel.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Alfred • couple • ch
8
Pros:

Wir hatten nur Tee im Zimmer

Cons:

Wie erwartet

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Katy • family_with_children • gb
7
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Helen • family_with_children • gb
6
Good location for St Pancras and Kings Cross. Decent budget option for a short stay.
Pros:

Very close to St Pancras for an early Eurostar journey. Not very expensive. TV in room, fan provided as very warm. Able to check out at convenient early time.

Cons:

Beds were not very comfortable with sheets and blankets instead of duvets. No air con. Basic accommodation.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • couple • nl
8
Pros:

Second time staying here, location is perfect! Staff is really nice and helpful. Rooms are basic but that’s what you pay for, no problem for me since I only use the hotel to sleep in.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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MARYLINE • couple • fr
3
Super séjour Londonien, seul bémol hôtel pas à la hauteur de nos attentes
Pros:

La situation géographique proche de King's cross station

Cons:

1/Hôtel non équipé en climatisation, nous avons du dormir fenêtres ouvertes donnant sur un parc où dorment des mendiants qui font un bruit monumental toute la nuit
2/ lit de taille 120, impossible de dormir à deux
3/chambre très petite
4/ petit déjeuner très médiocre, aucun choix possible, toast de pain blanc bourratif
5/ le rapport qualité prix n'y était pas
6/ de plus, nous avons du payer 5 livres pour qu'ils gardent nos valises 2h supplémentaires

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Paola • solo_traveller • ec
10
A great hotel in a great place!
Pros:

la atención y la limpieza

Cons:

las gradas

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Tiphaine • family_with_children • fr
10
Un agréable séjour, hôtel très bien situé , personnel sympa, souriant et très agréable
Pros:

Excellente situation, personnel très très agréable.
Chambre basique et un peu petite pour 3 mais suffisante.

Cons:

Rien.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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patricia • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

Ce qui a été le plus agréable pendant ce séjour à cet hôtel c'est une des personnes de l'accueil qui avait toujours le sourire, accueillant, et à répondu à chaque fois au demande rapidement.
Les jeunes femmes qui nous servait le petit déjeuner du matin étaient très gentilles agréable...

Cons:

Hôtel un peu vétuste qui aurait besoin d'un bon coup de peinture et de changer le matériel de la chambre les lampes de chevets qui tient plus sur leurs pieds, coupure d'électricité tous les soirs.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Rosanne • solo_traveller • nl
6
Pros:

Vriendelijk personeel dat altijd klaar staat.

Cons:

De kamer was warm en had geen airco.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Ester • family_with_children • it
7
Discreto ed essenziale
Pros:

Il personale è molto disponibile e gentile, l’hotel è a 5 minuti a piedi dalla stazione di King’s Cross, servita da treni e diverse linee della metro. Il pavimento della nostra stanza era senza moquette (quindi sicuramente più pulito).

Cons:

Avevamo prenotato una camera per 4 persone che è risultata essere estremamente piccola e anche il lavandino del bagno era piccolissimo. In bagno non c’erano piani d’appoggio oltre a una minuscola mensolina di vetro sopra il lavandino e nemmeno sufficienti ganci per appendere salviette e asciugamani. Mancava inoltre il tappetino da posizionare in terra per quando si esce dalla doccia e abbiamo dovuto utilizzare una delle nostre salviette. In tutta la stanza c’era una sola presa della corrente e se non avessimo avuto un caricatore multiplo, non sarebbe stato possibile ricaricare tutti i nostri cellulari. In generale, in tutti i nostri soggiorni a Londra, abbiamo visto pochissime persone in situazioni di disagio; in questa zona ce ne sono un po’ di più, ma comunque non hanno mai disturbato la nostra permanenza e tutto l’isolato è comunque tranquillo, pulito e controllato.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Nadine • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

Sehr nettes und hilfreiches Personal. Sehr gute Lage.
Frühstück Ok.

Cons:

Unser 3 Bett Zimmer war sehr klein

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Frances • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Convenient, pleasant staff, reasonable price.

Cons:

Room very small

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Dorota • family_with_children • pl
7
W sercu Londynu
Pros:

Lokalizacja, tuż obok stacji King”s Cross.
Personel miły i pomocny.
Czystość - codziennie sprzątany pokój, zmieniane ręczniki

Cons:

Było ciasno

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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JEETU • solo_traveller • in
2
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Booked for a very short stop overnight as catching an early morning eurostar from St Pancras. Excellent location for this as only a short walk away. Did not try breakfast as had already left. Would use again for similar reason.

Cons:

Facilities are basic 9

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Katerine • couple • es
7
Buena ubicación pero espacio pequeño
Pros:

Muy buena ubicación,
No está mal para unas 2/3 noches, el precio es muy alto comparado con la calidad necesita una reforma

Cons:

La habitacion es pequeña, la cama tanto de ancho como de largo es pequeña, no tiene aire acondicionado el baño es muy pequeño, puedes añadir un desayuno pero es un poco pobre

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Kisanet • solo_traveller • gb
1
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee