Elmwood Hotel

Hotels
6.3 (3128 reviews)
19 & 20 Argyle square , London , gb

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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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.3
Based on 3128 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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Elizabeth • couple • gb
6
Convenient for St Pancras - a little difficult with large amounts of luggage
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Viktorija • solo_traveller • lt
5
Pros:

The hotel is located in a good location, easy access to the various locations. Quiet and has quite a lot of places to eat nearby, tube and bus stops are also nearby. Rooms are cleaned daily.

Cons:

It was an extremely small room for 4 people, felt like a ship cabin, old furniture, squicky beds. Smells from the kitchen. The receptionist kept asking every day when we were checking out, which felt very unprofessional. Need to leave the key each time leaving and if someone stayed in the room had to explain it each time before leaving. As staying in London is expensive, this place was an economical choice, but the room was simply too small.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • extended_group • nz
7
Great place for short stay, perfect for access to Kings Cross. Quiet and clean.
Pros:

Perfect location for rail travel.

Cons:

rooms small but comfortable however very warm if the weather is hot and sunny as no air con.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Martyn • solo_traveller • gb
1
A nightmare
Cons:

Rude staff!!

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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day • couple • gb
6
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Maureen • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Philip • solo_traveller • gb
7
For the facilities provided the room was very expensive. Perhaps the double rooms were better.
Pros:

The location was good for the London stations.

Cons:

The room was cramped and having the shower in one cupboard and the wc and wash hand basin in another at opposite ends of the room was not good. If one forgot to take the towel from the wc cupboard to the shower cupboard getting dried would be difficult. The bed was also very soft. The inside of the wc door was delaminating and the laminate flooring was coming to the end of its life.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Lenaïg • couple • fr
8
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Lenaïg • couple • fr
8
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Judith • solo_traveller • gb
7
Satisfactory booking . It was what I expecte
Pros:

Convenient for the station
Helpful with a problem that I had with my luggage

Cons:

In an ideal world would have liked air condition as it was a very hot day/ night but a fan was provided which helped

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Mr Koobs • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Emmanuelle • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

Emplacement top, personnel gentil
Transport et gare a côté
Il y a le minimum pour un court sejour

Cons:

mais il manque juste une 2e serviette et un tapis pour la sortie de douche

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Amy • family_with_children • gb
10
Lovely from start to finish’s was able to keep luggage downstairs if we didn’t want to bring it to our room we kept our
Pros:

Location was amazing and off the main road so no traffic and felt safe

Cons:

Stairs was a little steep and no lift but I knew that before booking

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Marjorie • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pratique et efficace
Pros:

La situation géographique.

Cons:

L'achat de l'adaptateur à payer uniquement en liquide

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Christine • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Comfortable bed, good shower, fan provided

Cons:

Noisy location, overlooking street and park

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Guilherme • solo_traveller • br
8
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Dariya • solo_traveller • ua
9
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Grzegorz • solo_traveller • pl
5
Pros:

Lokalizacja jest super. Blisko do kings cross station, a stamtąd w zasadzie dostaniemy się wszędzie.
Na krótki pobyt tzw. city brake dla mało wymagających może i spoko ...?

Cons:

Możliwe, że to akurat przez lokalne upały (po 35-40⁰), ale nie dało się spać ... Gorąco, duszno, za oknem działał jakiś wentylator, który dudnił całą noc, widok za oknem na wnękę budynku, nie dało się przewietrzyc pokoju ze względu na to, że jest tylko 1 malutkie okno. Łazienka tak ciasna że korzystanie z toalety to wyczyn kaskaderski. Pokoje do remontu totalnego, materac w łóżku do wymiany, wstawaliśmy cali obolali.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrei • solo_traveller • rs
4
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee