King's Cross, London, United Kingdom | +442076810331
Family run hotel with a homey, welcoming atmosphere
Convenient location for transport, a two-minute walk to St. Pancras station
The British Library and plenty of bars, restaurants, and shops are
within a two-minute walk
Simple rooms with flat screen TVs and coffeemakers; some with nice modern bathrooms
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Rooms are small and some have shared bathrooms on a different floor
No on-site elevator
Some decor is dated or a little worn
Train noise can be heard at times from the rooms
The 30-room Central Hotel is a budget, family-run hotel set in a Georgian
terraced house in the Kings Cross/St. Pancras area of London. The hotel's name is apt, as the location is very
central for one of the city's main transport hubs and is in a bustling area with plenty of
shops, restaurants, and bars. Rooms are small and basic, with flat-screen TVs and electric kettles, but not all have private bathrooms. Wi-Fi is free as is a full English or continental breakfast. Rates can be high for what's on offer here, though, and it's worth comparing with the nearby Alhambra Hotel, which has a slightly smarter style.
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Scene
Basic hotel in a classic Georgian townhouse
This two-pearl hotel has been owned and run by a Maltese family for over 40 years.
They take great pride in the hotel and create a homey feel with potted plants
in the reception area and an eclectic range of artwork on the walls. The small
lobby has a flat-screen TV on the wall, a comfortable leather sofa, a vending
machine, and a stand of tourist information leaflets. Corridors are narrow but bright, although the carpets are a little on the dated side. The property is geared
toward the budget leisure traveler -- especially those wanting to take advantage of the convenient location -- and attracts few business guests. Families traveling on a budget may also be drawn here for the rooms configured to accommodate groups.
Location
Great transport links, a two-minute walk from restaurants and bars
This hotel is on a side street just off of busy Euston Road which is dotted with several small hotels. The location -- just a minute’s walk from
St Pancras station -- is extremely convenient for those arriving via the
underground, the train, or the Eurostar. It also makes getting
around London quick and easy. The Kings Cross/St. Pancras area is up-and-coming
and has seen huge investment and resurgence in recent years. There is a vast
array of dining options within a five-minute walk of the hotel, from fast food such as Burger King and Pret a Manger to the elegant Gilbert Scott and
trendy Plum and Spilt Milk. There are plenty of places for drinks within two-minute walk as well, including traditional English pubs
along Euston Road, a great cocktail menu at The Booking Office,
and the popular Searcy's Champagne Bar within nearby St. Pancras station.
The impressive British Library is five minutes away on foot as well. Heathrow Airport takes around 50 minutes to reach by public transport, or 40 minutes by car, though this varies significantly depending on traffic.
Rooms
Basic rooms with flat-screen TVs; some share bathrooms
The simple, no-frills rooms here have a fairly plain color scheme
with neutral walls and either navy blue or deep red accents in the bedspreads. Metal bed frames contribute to the straightforward aesthetic, and wall art is kept to a minimum, from small mirrors to floral prints or landscapes. Many of the rooms are on the small side and have very little space
to move around the bed. Closet space is limited, too. An electric kettle is provided in the rooms along with a hairdryer,
phone, and flat-screen TV. Noise from the nearby train line can be heard on occasion in some rooms, so this may not be an ideal pick for light sleepers. Not all rooms have a private
bathroom -- some share a toilet and shower that can be located on a different
floor of the hotel. Superior Rooms may have larger storage areas as well as contemporary en-suite bathrooms with walk-in showers and varying tilework, from sleek gray to vibrant blue.
Features
Free Wi-Fi
The hotel has Wi-Fi free throughout. The hotel does not have an elevator.
