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Central Hotel

2.0 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of The British Museum

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Standard Triple Room, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Central Hotel (London)
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In the heart of London, Central Hotel offers a convenient retreat near Russell Square and The British Museum. Connect to in-room WiFi, store your luggage safely, and enjoy helpful multilingual staff. Previous guests praise the hotel's overall value.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Reception hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hair dryer
The current price is CNY515
CNY618 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Room options

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Standard Single Room, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Heating
Hair dryer
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Heating
Hair dryer
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Heating
Hair dryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Suite, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Heating
Hair dryer
  • 161 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Heating
Hair dryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom (Single Use)

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom (Single Use)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Heating
Hair dryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Mural Double Superior)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Mural Double Superior) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Mural Double Superior)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Heating
Hair dryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (OASIS)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (OASIS) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (OASIS)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
16-18 Argyle St, London, England, WC1H 8EG

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

  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 42 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 45 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 48 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 49 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 101 min drive
  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • London (QQS-St. Pancras International Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • King's Cross Station - 4 min walk
  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • Euston Underground Station - 10 min walk
  • Russell Square Underground Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Booking Office 1869 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Standard Rooftop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chambers Club - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Central Hotel

When you stay at Central Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from The British Museum and Oxford Street. Also, Leicester Square and Russell Square are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station is 3 minutes and Euston Underground Station is 10 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children

    • One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 1 stairs to reach property
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between midnight and 3:30 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 15

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay

Also known as

Central Hotel London
Central London
Central Hotel Hotel
Central Hotel London
Central Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Does Central Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Central Hotel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Central Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Central Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Central Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Central Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What's the area around Central Hotel like?

Central Hotel is in London City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station and 20 minutes' walk from The British Museum.

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Reviews

Central Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Several good restaurants are located in the near vicinity of the property. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Trains
Train station
Luggage

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service. Very clean rooms and bathrooms. Great communication and location. Best place to stay
Cecilia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean room in a convenient spot.
Graham, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good price great location clean room
Scott D, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I was pleasantly surprised with this being a budget hotel but it was very nice. The room was clean, beds comfy and bedding clean. Towels changed daily. There was a TV and tea and coffee making facilities. The bathroom was clean but is very small anyone large would struggle a bit but other than that we had a good stay.
Ian, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice staff and clean rooms, but the rooms were a little bit on the smaller side. The hotel had a very central location. Very easy to navigate around in London from this location.
Thorolf Martin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice simple room. Great receptionist
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

convenient location - just in front of King’s cross station. Receptionists are friendly, rooms are old yet cleaned well. Quiet despite being near Ning street and station. Very satisfied.
Naoko, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

very good location
Ivan, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

The room was ok. Bathroom very very small. Room not sound insulated at all. Constant noise from trains and other guests.
Zoe, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very close to the station for Eurostar
Naresh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Paul, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Good Stay

Good low cost place to stay in an expensive area. Tiny room, but okay for just sleeping.
Nick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Accommodating staff, small room but clean and comfortable. I’d still choose to stay here in the future. Close to everything, train, bus stops and restaurants.
Arlene, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was clean. TV remote control didn't work at first, took it down to reception and they fitted new batteries then it worked fine.
MR A G, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was small but offered privacy and was clean. The bed was comfortable, and the location was extremely convenient.
LI Kam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Noisy but to be expected in a large city. Staff was great and very helpful.
Amy, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Friendly person on reception. Online system was down so had to sign in manually which took a while. Room was very dated and in much need of repair and an upgrade. Quite noisy as it is Central London. Plus point is that it's very close to King's Cross St Pancras and is cheap.
Ben, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location makes day trips easy a

We found the Central Hotel to be exactly as it was described - a clean and well run hotel that provides a basic center-point from which to experience the local attractions and a secure place to store one’s luggage while away to some of the many locations made available through the St Pancras international station. We were able to leave for Paris on an early train, spend the day sightseeing, and return on a later train. The location is fantastic and the staff is very friendly and helpful. The Central hotel worked well for our budget and we won’t hesitate to stay there again should we return to the area.
Brent, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beside major train hub
Kenneth, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was convenient for our onward journey, the room was sufficient for our stay!
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice , cozy and close to train station
Jorge, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel. Excellent location. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay here again.
LYNSEY, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cheap, clean accomodation, ideal for st pancras. Rooms are small but we just needed to reat our heads for a few hours
Richard, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfectly acceptable stay if you’ve got an early Eurostar to catch.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was very nice, staff kind and location is convenient.
Terry, 3-night trip