The California - London Kings Cross

Hotel with bar/lounge, near The British Museum

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Thu 12 Feb
Fri 13 Feb
February 2026
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March 2026
In the heart of London, The California is a tranquil oasis near Trafalgar Square and London Eye. Unwind in the garden or on the terrace, enjoy a drink at the bar, and take advantage of free in-room WiFi. With helpful staff nearby to assist with tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage available for your convenience.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
£77
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb

Room options

Showing 14 of 14 rooms
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Single Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Single Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Single Room

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Double Room

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Twin Room

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Comfort Double Room (Large) | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Comfort Double Room (Large) | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Comfort Double Room (Large) | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Comfort Double Room (Large)

Good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Family Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Family Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Family Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Family Room

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
Family Suite | Bathroom | Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Family Suite | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Family Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Family Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Large Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Small Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Small Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 5
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About the area

Map
4-8 Belgrove Street, London, England, WC1H 8AB

What's nearby

  • St Pancras Chambers - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • British Library - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University College London - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Russell Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The British Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • London (LTN-Luton) - 45 min drive
  • London (LCY-London City) - 48 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 50 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 59 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 106 min drive
  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • King's Cross Station - 4 min walk
  • London (QQS-St. Pancras International Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • Euston Underground Station - 11 min walk
  • Russell Square Underground Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Booking Office 1869 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Plum + Spilt Milk - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The California - London Kings Cross

The California - London Kings Cross puts you a short five-minute drive from The British Museum and Russell Square. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and English breakfast is available daily. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers like that it's only a short walk to public transportation: King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station is 3 minutes away and Euston Underground Station is 11 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 60 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Children's games

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 25 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

California Hotel London
California London
The California London, England
The California London
The California
The California - London Kings Cross Hotel
The California - London Kings Cross London
The California - London Kings Cross Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Does The California - London Kings Cross offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The California - London Kings Cross does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The California - London Kings Cross?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The California - London Kings Cross?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The California - London Kings Cross.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The California - London Kings Cross?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The California - London Kings Cross and nearby?

The California - London Kings Cross has a garden.

What's the area around The California - London Kings Cross like?

The California - London Kings Cross is in London City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station and 13 minutes' walk from Russell Square. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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The California - London Kings Cross Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property is close to various restaurants and dining options, offering a convenient and accessible dining experience. (4 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Value for money, location
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, friendly staff, very central, no complaints
Padraic, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, plenty of amenities
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room
Emma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really quiet for central stay, my room was accessible and close to reception so expected noise but slept soundly.
Helen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic room but perfect for a one night stay. Brilliant location over the road from kings cross and at pancras and being able to drop your bags off meant we weren't lugging them round all day
Joshua, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was great and had everything we needed for our one night stay. Can’t beat it’s location close to Kings Cross station!
Tabytha, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was very small, but everything necessary was there building is quite old, but overall good value for the price.
Joy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very helpful staff and good location
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Have stayed here before and would definitely stay again. Good location. Room was pretty big. Love that the bar is open all the time too
Roanna, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for a short stay and very friendly staff
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room and laid out well. Very warm overnight even in January! 2 fans supplied which was great but still stuffy. Construction works went on until 8pm but quiet after that. Great for what we needed as early Eurostar journey!
Jodie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room / amazing breakfast

Very nice room and excellent breakfast
John, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The hotel is well located close to kings cross. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was simple but clean, stylish and well-equipped. However, beware that many rooms (including the double room I was in) are in the basement where the underground can be heard very loudly through the night.
Katherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our time at The California was perfect! The staff were very friendly & resourceful, plus the location is perfect to travel into the main city area.
Nathalie Gayle, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, the staff was helpful. Very happy with our stay.
Vivian, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice, friendly and welcoming staff, quiet location, close to all transport spots and amenities. Plenty of restaurant selection near by also. The room was nice and clean.
Kelly, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room and a comfortable bed. Pleasant staff and a reasonable price, for London.
Robert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Really nice room, though small. Great staff.
Jonathan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Room nice but mattress very hard , difficult to sleep, location for train station is excellent tho
Dean, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A basic hotel but that is what we paid for. A solid option with very friendly and helpful staff. The steep steps into the bathroom are not for the faint hearted and the walls are very thin! But a good option if on a budget. Excellent location
Faolan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Small rooms but great location and excellent service. Very clean and nice bathroom.
Neal, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room with all necessary amenities, good location for transportation, plenty of shops, bars and restaurants nearby
Tony, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was clean. The bathroom is too small for my liking. We had a family room the frosted glassdoor doesn’t offer much privacy
Jesper Steen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely location to stay in

We have stayed here before. The room is pretty decent sized and the bathroom we had fairly big. It's in a good area close to Kings Cross/St Pancras and several eating establishments. Overall a great placeto stay
Roanna, 2-night trip