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Central Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in London, near Russell Square

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Standard Single Room, Ensuite
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Front of property - evening/night
Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
16-18 Argyle St, London, England, WC1H 8EG
  • The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Russell Square
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • The British Museum
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • London (LCY-London City)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Heating
Fan
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

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

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom (Single Use)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Suite, Ensuite

Standard Suite, Ensuite

Standard Suite, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Heating
Fan
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 161 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Heating
Fan
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

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

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Heating
Fan
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (OASIS)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (OASIS)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Mural Double Superior)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Mural Double Superior)

Highlights

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

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About the area

London

Central Hotel places you in the centre of London, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Russell Square and University College London. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Plus you'll find tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff and luggage storage. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel include The British Museum and Covent Garden Market.

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The British Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Trafalgar Square - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 7 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chambers Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪GNH Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Booking Office Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Central Hotel

Hotel in London, near Russell Square
As a guest of Central Hotel, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Central Hotel also features express check-in, express check-out, and a front desk safe. A complete renovation of Central Hotel was completed in October 2021.

This London hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Central Hotel offers 30 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Maltese, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between midnight and 3:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between midnight and 3:30 AM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Central Hotel.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Central Hotel?

Central Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Central Hotel?

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Hotel on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$174.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Central Hotel?

No, Central Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Central Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Central Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Central Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 209 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
IDEAL HOTEL
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lizbeth

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible
Room was dirty and cold. The whole place seemed dirty tbh. I initially had planned to stay 2 nights but could not bear it
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kislay

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lots of stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Julia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
shabby
I cannot call this cheap and cheerful because it was actually neither. It cost £175 before some kind of discount so I paid £148. I thought the price included breakfast - it did not though reviews on the website mention a great breakfast there is none. I NEVER EVER book a hotel without breakfast and I do not cope without it, so something must have led me to believe that breakfast was included. The room was very shabby, tired, the bathroom just not up to scratch and I would much rather have stayed at a Premier Inn. I am so disappointed that I have not been able to contact Hotels.com to discuss my booking, post trip, that once my review is posted, I will cancel my account with them and NEVER use them again. I literally selected the hotel purely based on location because of where we travelled to and from and because I currently have some mobility issues and was expecting a budget hotel, not 4 star luxury. But it did fall very short of my expectations and then to have no breakfast! to be fair, the staff were accommodating and helpful about the rucksacks we wanted to leave both before we'd checked in and after we had checked out. In summary, I am truly hacked off with hotels.com and feel I was misled when making the booking but have no way of contacting them or proving this. I was disappointed with the hotel itself which fell below my expectations - which weren't high anyway, and would never in a million years use this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Affordable
Very close to St Pancras. Old hotel in need of make over. We were in room on lower level and very noisy with floor squeaking. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hiroki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CAROL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location convenient to St Pancras Train station and other things to see nice restaurants and pubs nearby. Very helpful staff. It is snug but worked perfect for a couple. Will be staying again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Royce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great location for the train station. Very small rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sohrab

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in London, especially for a quick trip and you’re travelling light. Close to Kings Cross and St Pancras, and quick access to many places to eat. Staff were helpful and checkin/checkout was easy. Room and building were clean. Only drawback is the school close by which generates a decent amount of noise but it’s usually for a short while. Glad to have stayed here and will definitely return next time we’re passing through London!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Demetria

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bedding has a musty smell, perhaps from not drying properly after washing. Realised too late - has ruined my 1 night stay & added to cramped bathroom with 2 steps & old fittings, makes me doubt 'very good' rating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and basic and great location. Good value
Clean and basic and great location. Good value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Cyrus

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They provided a room with a broken toilet, which they were unable to properly fix. Very concerning, as it is the major function - and the room was more expensive than another hotel with identical room dimensions. Instead of honestly acknowledging the issue and providing amends or a choice of solutions, they told me that the button simply needed to be pressed harder. However, upon arriving and inspecting myself - it seems they didn’t properly fix it. Instead, the toilet ended up nosily gurgling the entire rest of the day. Had they been more proactive with customer service, transparent and taken the concern seriously - this would’ve been a normal and happy stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to public transportation. And local coffee shops and restaurant. If you know you will be out all day and just need a place to lay sleep, shower and toilet. It is the place for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Usman

Liked: Staff & service
Very small space. Bathroom like an airplane lavatory
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

hector

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARIA SOL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient location
Staff was very helpful instructing us where the Hop On Hop Off bus was located as well as how to get to Heathrow Airport via the underground station. Very friendly staff. Room was changed from upper level to ground floor after seeing our luggage, a kind gesture since no lift.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel staff were super friendly! Location is ideal especially if you are coming from the St Pancras train station and you are close to kings Criss. Our room was squeaky clean. Great place to stay if you are on a budget.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Kings Cross made London Travel on the Tube very easy. Several good restaurants in the near vicinity. The staff was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024