Howard Winchester Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (6576 reviews)
9-10 Argyle Sq , London , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
First aid kit available
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Small rooms
No elevator
Noise from neighboring rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.43
The hotel is described as very clean with super clean linen and room, reflecting a positive sentiment.
Service
8.4
Positive mention of helpful staff and warm greetings; service is highly praised in multiple reviews.
Location
8.84
Consistently highlighted as great due to proximity to Kings Cross and St Pancras, with multiple mentions of convenience.
Room Quality
7.79
While some rooms are described as small and cramped, other reviews note the comfort of beds and overall cleanliness.
Amenities
7.42
Limited amenities mentioned, but the presence of luggage storage was a positive point.
Value for Money
7.88
Value seen as good for the area, especially for short stays near major transport links.
Food and Beverage
8.03
Not specifically mentioned, assigned the overall target rating.
Overall Experience
8
Mixed sentiments overall; highlighted positives balanced with some negative aspects, aligning with the target rating.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:01

Property Description

Prime Location in Central London
The Howard Winchester Hotel, nestled in a serene garden square in central London, provides the perfect base for your city escapade. With Kings Cross and St Pancras Stations mere steps away, convenience is at your doorstep.

Comfortable Rooms and Amenities
Each room at Howard Winchester boasts a private bathroom, TV, ironing facilities, and hairdryers. Family rooms cater to larger groups, ensuring a comfortable stay for all. Enjoy complimentary soap and shower gel for a refreshing experience.

Near Major Attractions
Explore the vibrant Camden, just 1.5 miles away, or take a leisurely stroll to Russell Square and the British Museum. The bustling Covent Garden is within a 25-minute walk, offering endless entertainment options.

Ready to experience London at its best? Book your stay at Howard Winchester Hotel now.

Important information:

Please note that American Express cards are not accepted at the hotel.

Kindly note the accommodations is accessible via stairs only. Therefore it may not be suitable for guests with mobility impairment.

Tea and coffee making facilities are available on request.

Groups: When booking for more than 8 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    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

8.1
Based on 6576 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.43
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.84
Room Quality: 7.79
Amenities: 7.42
Value for Money: 7.88
Food and Beverage: 8.03
Overall Experience: 8
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Kelly • extended_group • gb
9
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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pearl • extended_group • fr
9
L’hôtel a parfaitement répondu à nos besoins !
Pros:

L’hôtel est très bien situé pour visiter la ville (à 3 min à pieds de st pancras). L’équipe est très accueillante et serviable. La chambre était très propre. Les lits sont confortables. La douche était chaude et avec du débit. La bouilloire était la bienvenue pour se faire des petits thés.

Cons:

La lumière bleu sur le miroir de la salle de bain qui reste tout le temps allumée était assez désagréable.
Il y avait des travaux dans la rue. Mais les fenêtres isolent bien (et nous n’étions pas là pour faire la grasse-matinée!).
La moquette n’est peut-être pas le plus hygiénique pour un hôtel.
Je pense qu’il peut faire très chaud dans la chambre l’été.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Donna • solo_traveller • gb
10
Perfect stay
Pros:

Staff were lovely

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
9
Perfectly comfortable, the room and bathroom had everything needed for a good night’s sleep.
Pros:

The location was perfect for the Eurostar

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • us
9
Looking for a place affordable in London and close to train station. This one is the place to stay.
Pros:

Staff was very friendly and the location was perfect for getting around London. We walked everywhere but Kings Cross is just up the road if you want to take public transport. Perfect location for us.

Cons:

Room was small but we did expect it. Great value for price.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Great location. Very clean and lovely staff.

Cons:

It was a bit snug but they have made the most out of the space available.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Severine • solo_traveller • fr
10
Parfait !
Pros:

Accueil chaleureux, propreté, lit confortable, un ventilateur à disposition et la valise directement déposée dans la chambre ! Que demander de plus c''était parfait, un grand merci !

Cons:

Rien !

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • au
10
Comfortable hotel in a great location
Pros:

Within a few minutes walk of Kings Cross and St Pancras stations the location was ideal. The room was clean and comfortable, and despite being there during the record breaking heat at the end of May, the fan provided in the room was effective in helping me to stay cool. The staff were friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Because the rooms are part of a historic building, and have had ensuite bathrooms built in, they are understandably quite small and there was no room for a chair, which made using my laptop difficult as I'm getting a bit old to sit cross-legged on the bed to do my typing. But considering the location and the value for money, this was a small price to pay.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • au
8
Good value and great location for catching Eurostar
Pros:

Located close to St Pancras station. Great pub around the corner.

Cons:

The park opposite was home to many homeless folk that made the area feel a bit edgy. However we walked to nearby pub that evening without a problem

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • gb
9
Stopover before travel
Pros:

Quiet square, close to King's Cross St Pancras for a one night stopover before travelling. Everything was clean and the staff were delightful.

Cons:

The room was a bit small, but it was good enough for one night.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • couple • gb
10
Fantastic location lovely and clean staff are great 2nd time staying here and will come again
Pros:

Fantastic location

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Carol • couple • us
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No bath tub

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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gardner • solo_traveller • gb
8
Didnt stay long enough.
Cons:

The roomDidnt stay long enough

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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sue • solo_traveller • gb
6
Not great value for money and a very small room on the lower ground floor near the back door
Pros:

Good location near King’s Cross and friendly.

Cons:

Very small room on the lower ground floor level by the back door.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Wojciech • solo_traveller • pl
9
Jednodniowy wyjazd na spotkanie ze znajomymi.
Pros:

lokalizacja. przy stacjach King's Cross/st Pancras - idealnie aby zdarzyc na poranny samolot z lotniska Luton.
czysto, wszystko co potrzeba aby przenosocwac. pokoj i lazienka - bardzo male - zgodnie z opisem - ale na nocleg tylko idealne = trudno cokolwiek zostawic ;).
w pokoju wiatrak na prad i baterie.

Cons:

nie było takich rzeczy. Wszystko OK. polecam na krotki pobyt/nocleg.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Maree • solo_traveller • au
10
Exactly what I wanted. A comfortable, safe hotel close to Kings Cross Station.
Pros:

A wonderful place to stay with an easy walk to Kings Cross. The customer service was exceptional as they went out their way to help ie early check in, relocated my room to ground floor due to my luggage. The facilities were simple with everything catered for comfortable bed, good bathroom, and I felt very safe.

Cons:

NA

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Caitlin • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Vicky • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The staff were fantastic, helpful and friendly. The location was superb and the room itself was very comfortable.

Cons:

There was only one problem....no air con. So in hot weather it is very hot and stuffy even with a fan.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

The staff were extremely helpful, friendly and welcoming. There was a fan in the bedroom which cooled it down nicely. It was exceptionally clean.

Cons:

The room was extremely small. We struggled to move around with our things in it. But it was just for one night and is extremely close to St Pancreas for catching the Eurostar.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee