The Goodenough Hotel London

Hotels
8.1 (4635 reviews)
23 Mecklenburgh Square , London , gb
+44 20 7837 8831

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Spacious rooms
Clean facilities
Great location
Thoughtful service
Cons:
High breakfast pricing
Noise from neighboring rooms
Stairs may be an issue for some guests

Categories

Cleanliness
8.34
Room was clean.
Service
8.51
Welcoming reception and thoughtful service.
Location
8.76
Quiet part of London, close to key locations.
Room Quality
8.3
Spacious rooms with comfortable beds.
Amenities
8.33
Well appointed rooms with necessary amenities.
Value for Money
7.29
Breakfast pricing is high for what is available.
Food and Beverage
7.34
Breakfast was decent but overpriced.
Overall Experience
7.91
Overall enjoyable stay but with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 10:29

Property Description

Historic Elegance in Bloomsbury District
The Goodenough Hotel, a luxurious gem in the heart of historic Bloomsbury, offers a tranquil escape from the bustling London life.

Refined Accommodations and Modern Comforts
Individually designed rooms, newly refurbished to honor the Georgian era, provide a unique and peaceful stay. Free WiFi and a blend of modern amenities ensure a comfortable experience for every guest.

Convenient Location and Exquisite Design
Only 900 meters from King's Cross and St Pancras International stations, our hotel's prime location is perfect for exploring London. From luxurious suites to exquisite superior rooms, each corner of our hotel exudes sophistication and tranquility.

We can't wait to host you at The Goodenough Hotel for an unforgettable London getaway.

Important information:

Please note that some rooms are located on upper-level floors with no lift access. However, a member of staff will be on hand to assist with luggage.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 10 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 4635 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.34
Service: 8.51
Location: 8.76
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.33
Value for Money: 7.29
Food and Beverage: 7.34
Overall Experience: 7.91
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Lidia • extended_group • de
9
Sehr angenehm
Pros:

Sehr gut gelegen, nicht sehr groß, sehr ruhige Lage, Parks in unmittelbarer Nähe

Cons:

Es ist gut geeignet für Gäste mit einer guten Kondition, es gibt sehr viele Treppen und kein Aufzug, man gewöhnt sich aber sehr schnell dran!

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Karin Stensmyren • couple • no
7
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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yannickpeeters2026 • NONE • Reet, Rumst, Antwerp Province
8
Nice and clean hotel at a great location
Pros:

Very nice hotel with a good service and clean rooms. The hotel is central located close to train and metro. Perfect basis to discover London.

2026-07-24 • via Tripadvisor
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Marie • couple • be
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • solo_traveller • be
7
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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jbmcrdean • NONE • Liverpool, Merseyside, England
10
Wonderful hotel
Pros:

Booked this to celebrate a special birthday, and it was an excellent decision! Staff at reception and breakfast were very helpful. We stayed in the Dorothy L Sayers Suite, which was large and airy, with fans provided to help keep the rooms cool during the hot weather. Bed was super comfy, with plenty of pillows. We were out all day, so coming back to the beautifully freshened suite each evening was pure bliss - a thank you to the housekeeping staff please! Beautiful, quiet location, overlooking the private park that guests can access using a key from reception. The 10 minute walk to Russell Square tube was easy and the route followed the parks so was very pleasant. The station was not that busy, even when travelling during peak times. The 20 minute walk to Euston or Kings Cross/St Pancras was also very easy, but obviously quite busy. Overall, a perfect choice for our stay - thank you so much!

2026-07-21 • via Tripadvisor
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Anne • family_with_children • fr
8
Pros:

Chambre très confortable et grande, literie de très bonne qualité, ménage tous les jours ainsi que le changement des serviettes
Déjeuner continental et anglais de bonne qualité
Emplacement à 10 mn et la gare et du métro dans un quartier calme, le plus est le parc privatif juste devant l'hôtel

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Ruvini • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Amira • solo_traveller • ae
8
Pros:

Good place

Cons:

No AC

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Camille • family_with_children • fr
1
Catastrophique
Pros:

L’emplacement

Cons:

Pour le prix de la chambre (350€) et pour un hôtel 4 étoiles c’est assez catastrophique ! Pas d’ascenseur et une chaleur atroce dans les chambres surtout avec un bébé. Le lit bébé a un matelas trop petit ce qui rend le couchage dangereux. L’établissement vous prête un ventilateur qui ne ventile rien du tout. Et quand vous leur faite la remarque le lendemain matin ils vous disent « je sais qu’il fait chaud »

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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sabinestohr • Business • Stockholm
6
Too hot for comfort
Pros:

Although the website stated that there is no AC, it was much worse than expected, because the sun heats up the roof and all singles seem to be in the attics. It is not a matter of air temperature, but of sun on (metal?) roof. No amount of opening the window and running the fan made a difference, although the nights were cool outside. Without the fan though, sleep would have been impossible. The bed was very comfortable. Everything eas kept very clean, although the carpet had a few spots. Don't pay breakfast in advance, they don't refund if you discover that you have to get out before serving time one morning. The great hall with Harry Potter feeling was fun to be in. The room had a mini fridge and a safe, an iron and ironing board, coffee and tea maker. TV was broken. The cold tap water was too warm, needed to flush for a long time to reduce the risk of a health hazard. The washbasin was leaking, which I discovered late and room maintenance never noticed. The area is quiet and the garden side has almost no traffic. I didn't try the private garden, but seemed to be a nice option to sit there for a relaxing evening. Overall a charming place, but not in summer, and a bit expensive.

2026-07-19 • via Tripadvisor
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Salvatore • solo_traveller • it
8
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Karina • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Mohamed Billel • solo_traveller • dz
7
Pros:

I absolutely loved this place. The location is fantastic, the staff are incredibly friendly and professional, and the breakfast was simply amazing. I had a wonderful stay and would happily recommend it to anyone.
Thank you for the excellent hospitality!

Cons:

The only issue I experienced was with the room. I'm not sure if all the rooms are the same, but I found it quite small for two people, and there was no air conditioning. Other than that, everything else was great, and I had a pleasant stay.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Jasmine1402 • Family • London, England
10
Beautiful hotel with wonderful staff
Pros:

We stayed at the Goodenough hotel the night before and night of our wedding, and I got ready here for our wedding. It was just perfect! The hotel itself is in a peaceful area surrounded by greener, so there is no noise at all at night even though busy restaurants, bars etc are a 10 minute walk away. It's an oasis of calm in the heart of North London.

Our room had huge windows which let in lots of natural light (which was great for my makeup artist!), and the bed was super comfy. The room was spacious and everything was clean and beautiful. We had checked in the night before and I mentioned I was getting ready here for our wedding so requested some extra chairs in the room. When I arrived at the hotel I discovered the staff had left us some gorgeous gifts to celebrate our wedding, with a handwritten note. It just made our whole stay extra special!

Everyone we spoke to at the hotel during our stay was helpful and lovely. Thank you all so much for giving us the best experience.

2026-07-18 • via Tripadvisor
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Pakhomova • solo_traveller • ru
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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SURINDER • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Xiying • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Room was ok but hard to say whether it is of good value taking the price into consideration

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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sharif • couple • gb
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Bonny • solo_traveller • us
8
Great place for a different London experience
Pros:

Quiet neighborhood with lots of trees and parks. Close to shopping and places of interest. The staff was very kind to up grade me.

Cons:

The fourth floor was too hot in the heat. They upgraded me to a ground level room the next night.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee