The Goodenough Hotel London

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Russell Square

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Exterior
Superior Single Room, Courtyard View
Front of property
Courtyard view
Helena Normanton Signature

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$291
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
23 Mecklenburgh Square, London Borough of Camden, London, England, WC1N 2AD
  • Russell Square
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • University College London
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • The British Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Single Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Dorothy Sayers Signature Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Virginia Woolf Signature Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Sofa bed - double
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Single Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Helena Normanton Signature

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Double Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Eileen Power Signature Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Bathtub

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

London

At The Goodenough Hotel London you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Russell Square and University College London. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and Smart TVs. .The buffet restaurant, Great Hall, is open for dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class London City Centre guest house, attractions include The British Museum and Covent Garden Market.

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 9 min walk
  • The British Museum - 16 min walk
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 4 min drive
  • Piccadilly Circus - 6 min drive
  • London Eye - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station - 8 min walk
  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lucas Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Lamb - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Redemption Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bloom - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Racketeer - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Goodenough Hotel London

Guesthouse with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Russell Square
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and a meeting room are available.

WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Goodenough Hotel London.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star London guest house.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Goodenough Hotel London offers 65 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated accommodation has separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This London guest house provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12 for adults and GBP 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Great Hall

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12 for adults and from GBP 9 for children

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Goodenough Club House London
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Goodenough Hotel London?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Goodenough Hotel London?

As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Goodenough Hotel London on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$290.99, 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.

What makes The Goodenough Hotel London a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Goodenough Hotel London.

Does The Goodenough Hotel London serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is served weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Goodenough Hotel London?

No, The Goodenough Hotel London does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Goodenough Hotel London?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Goodenough Hotel London?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Goodenough Hotel London?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Goodenough Hotel London Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 623 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 623 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 623 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 623 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 623 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
High value, reasonable price, Georgian style
Perfect, cozy place to stay while traveling alone. Be ready to do the stairs, but if you need a hand with your bags the staff will volunteer to carry them. Lovely location, historical interior, super clean. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy walk from Kings Cross St. Pancras
Needed a hotel conveniently placed for stations and this was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayleigh

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous suite and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel Goodenough was not good enough.
I travel significantly for busines and pleasure and this trip had both. Two core issues. One there is no elevator in this “hotel”. I do not have a more permanent disability but suffer from arthritis and a bad knee both of which can flare. The room I had booked was only available 3 floors up and there was no elevator. The front desk person was not into any thoughtful solutions. The main solution was to offer me a “family room” for somewhere in the 50-75 pounds extra. This room was also not on the main floor but only 1 floor away. The front desk person was less than helpful or accommodating and I was told this is a hotel in Europe. At 10 pm at night I left to get another hotel. Am still waiting for resolution on a refund with hotels.com. In the meanwhile, I would caution against staying here unless you have a confidence in your room and location. I would also encourage this property to come into 2024 and add an elevator or make it part of the written description of your property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristina

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and cracking value. Lovely room with everything you needed. The only thing which was not 5 stars was the physical location of the breakfast hall and the quality of the food and service on offer. However this is really a minor issue for the price paid. The fact that the breakfast is served in the college 1 minute's walk away is stated on the website.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Derek

Like: good decor, facilities, staff Not like: access stairs to 3rd floor room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A nice, comfortable hotel, closer to the feel of a large guest house. My room was spotless and even though it was one of the small budget single rooms, it was nicely decorated and came with everything you would expect in a four star hotel. There is no bar or restaurant - although breakfast is served nearby. It’s a beautiful location - quiet, yet close to a huge number of bars and restaurants and cultural spots. My one complaint, and the reason I didn’t award five stars, is that my room was warm, even with the window open and heading off, in October. There was no AC and no fan and I imagine on a warm summer night that it could be oppressive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

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

10/10 Excellent

Mattia

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

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
More than good enough.
Overnight stop more than good enough.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

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

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

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

8/10 Good

Sandrine, PARIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rien d'exceptionnel pour un 4 étoiles que je trouve un peu cher (comparé à d'autres).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Review
The third floor was quite a climb with to elavator available
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Ok Enough, better if you're on a lower floor.
No elevators, narrow stairs, old carpets in he halls. Just a heads up if you stay in floors 3 or 4. Room was nice and it's next to a park on a quiet street. Very near the train station for ease.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to Kings Cross Station. Wonderful staff in a pretty cool location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

paul

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing, and in particular Benjamin has been very helpful.
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024