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The California Hotel

7.7
Very good (4503 reviews) |
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Oct 03, 2025 - Oct 04, 2025
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Overview

  • free wifi
  • parking
  • family rooms
  • non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • terrace
  • bar
  • heating
  • tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • breakfast

Intro

Located about 5 minutes by foot from King's Cross St Pancras Tube, the comfortable 3-star The California - London Kings Cross Hotel offers 61 rooms with views of the urban. Located in the Bloomsbury district of London 2.6 miles from Tower Bridge and near a subway station, the hotel offers a shared lounge, various recreational opportunities, and a garden terrace.

Rooms

Featuring a spacious interior with soundproof windows, some of the rooms are equipped with an iron with ironing board and air conditioning, along with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. These contemporary rooms also have an electric kettle and a coffee maker as well as an individual safe to keep your belongings safe. The spacious bathrooms are appointed with a tub and a separate toilet along with a hair dryer and bath sheets.

Location

Situated around 25 minutes' walk from Museum of London, the smoke-free hotel also gives access to such sports venues as the fourth-largest Emirates Football Stadium, which is approximately 10 minutes' drive away. Tate Modern is 1.8 miles from the quality California - London Kings Cross and London City airport is 10 miles away.

Eat

The London hotel invites guests to have a drink at a lounge bar. It also features a lounge area for guests' comfort. Dining options also include Cappadocia, located within 5 minutes' walk of this London property.

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Rooms

Classic Twin Room
Room size: 8 m2
Max capacity: +
Large Family Room
Room size: 16 m2
Max capacity: +
Small Double Room
Room size: 8 m2
Max capacity: +
Family Suite
Max capacity: +
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Facitilies

Facilities

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Rooms

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Dining facilities

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Relax

  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Activities for Kids

  • Cots
  • Board games

Reviews

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7.7/10 Very good (4503 reviews)
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  • Cleanliness 8.3
  • Comfort 8.3
  • Facilities 7.7
  • Free WiFi 6.7
  • Location 9.4
  • Total 7.7
  • Value for money 7.6
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Ted

9/10
I loved the convenient location near St Pancras International Station. Access to the Underground was quick, making it easy to reach the city center. The room was clean and nicely decorated, which made my stay comfortable. The friendly staff added to the welcoming atmosphere, and I appreciated the tea and coffee facilities in my room.
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Isaac

9.4/10
We loved the unbeatable location just a minute from St Pancras, making transportation easy and convenient. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Our room was cozy and very clean, plus we appreciated the daily tidying and fresh linens.
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Sylvia

9.6/10
We loved the hotel for its unbeatable location, just steps away from Kings Cross, making it perfect for exploring the city. The staff were exceptionally friendly and accommodating, going above and beyond to ensure our stay was enjoyable. Our room was immaculate and had all the essentials, contributing to a cozy atmosphere.
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Wally

9.6/10
The location was perfect for getting around, especially near Kings Cross and Euston. The cleanliness was top-notch, and I appreciated having fresh towels and quality bath products.
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Maureen

9/10
I loved the location right across the road from the train station. It made getting around super easy. The staff were incredibly helpful and kind. The hotel was spotless and comfortable, which made my stay very enjoyable. I also appreciated being able to leave my bags before check-in and after checkout.
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Sophie

9/10
We loved the location of the hotel, as it was just a short stroll from Kings Cross and St Pancras stations, making transportation incredibly convenient for our event. The staff were exceptionally friendly and available around the clock, ensuring our needs were met promptly. Our rooms were spotless, well-designed, and equipped with great amenities like tea and coffee facilities, which added to our comfortable stay. the breakfast spread had a good variety to kickstart our mornings.
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Location

4-8 Belgrove St
Landmarks nearby
Restaurants nearby
Transportation
  • 1. St Paul's Cathedral 2.48 km (1.54 mi.)
  • 2. Tate Modern 2.96 km (1.84 mi.)
  • 3. Marylebone 2.18 km (1.35 mi.)
  • 4. Covent Garden 2.43 km (1.51 mi.)
  • 5. British Library 390 m (1280 ft)
  • 6. Coca-Cola London Eye 2.94 km (1.83 mi.)
  • 7. National Gallery 2.33 km (1.45 mi.)
  • 1. LEON - King's Cross 290 m (951 ft)
  • 2. Pizza Union King's Cross 410 m (1345 ft)
  • 3. Cappadocia 280 m (919 ft)
  • 4. Lola's Cupcakes 110 m (361 ft)
  • 5. Best Mangal Kings Cross Branch 250 m (820 ft)
  • 6. Burger King 60 m (197 ft)
  • 7. Marks & Spencer Simply Food 160 m (525 ft)
  • 8. Five Guys 230 m (755 ft)
  • 1. Russell Square 980 m (3215 ft)
  • 2. Euston Square 1.22 km (4003 ft)
  • 3. Angel 1.59 km (5217 ft)
  • 4. Goodge Street 1.59 km (5217 ft)
  • 5. London Euston 1.19 km (3904 ft)
  • 6. London Caledonian Road and Barnsbury 1.92 km (1.19 mi.)
  • 7. Camden Road 2.59 km (1.61 mi.)
Museum
British Museum
Great Russell St (btwn Montague & Bloomsbury St)
Working hours
Mo-Th,Sa-Su 10:00-17:30; Fr 10:00-20:30
Museum
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace Rd
Working hours
Mo-Su 10:00-17:30
Museum
Tower Of London
St Katharine's & Wapping
Working hours
10:00 AM–5:30 PM