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Central Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in London, near Russell Square

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Standard Triple Room, Ensuite
Hallway
Front of property - evening/night
Standard Single Room, Ensuite
Reception
Central Hotel in London's heart offers a practical base near Russell Square and The British Museum. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, secure luggage storage, and helpful multilingual staff. Past visitors consistently highlight the excellent value this property provides.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$324
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom (Single Use)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Fan
Heating
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin 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
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (OASIS)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (OASIS)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin 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
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Mural Double Superior)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The British Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Leicester Square - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Trafalgar Square - 5 min drive - 2.7 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 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chambers Club - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Central Hotel

Hotel remodelled in 2021 and located near Russell Square
Close to University College London and The British Museum, Central Hotel has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Express check-out, express check-in and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • A reception hall, multilingual staff and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Central Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Hairdryers and soap
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - October 2021
  • Smoke-free property

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Central Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Central Hotel?

As of 7 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Hotel on 21 Sept 2025 start from NZ$323.99, 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.

How much is parking at Central Hotel?

Central Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Central Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available from midnight to 3:30 AM for a fee of GBP 15.

What time is check-out at Central Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Central Hotel located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University College London and Russell Square. The British Museum and Tottenham Court Road are also within 1 mile (2 km). King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station and London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

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Central Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 289 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 289 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 289 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 289 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 289 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

LI Kam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small but offered privacy and was clean. The bed was comfortable, and the location was extremely convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beside major train hub
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and reception staff helpful No lifts so no good for BIG Suitcases Cheap Cheerful and Conveniently situated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cheap, clean accomodation, ideal for st pancras. Rooms are small but we just needed to reat our heads for a few hours
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was convenient for our onward journey, the room was sufficient for our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice , cozy and close to train station
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

LYNSEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Excellent location. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel, perfect for what we wanted. Central location to where we wanted to be in London, only a couple of minutes walk from the tube station. The room was spacious, very clean and the staff and reception staff lovely. Perfect, no frills hotel, will definately stay again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
A bit small
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very nice, staff kind and location is convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location for St Pancras station. Room very small for family room but well equipped and we got what we expected. Bathroom super small.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel with very friendly staff. Walking distance to St Pancras train station.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the kind welcome and help with my suitcase. The location is so convenient!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay at the Central Hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The accommodations were nice and met our needs. The location was close to Kings Cross Station and local bus stops, so we were able to get around easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was such a great find! So close to St Pancras/Kings Cross stations. The staff were incredibly friendly and the property is well kept. Would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and clean. Friendly staff. Convenient to tube and train. Tea & coffee available in room. Good water pressure, plenty hot. About the smallest room I’ve ever stayed in, but the bed was good and really that’s all I needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gautam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limited space bathroom was so small and that they false advertised this place and that we didnt even get a actual room it was in the basement.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mie

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smell bad Sink clogged
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Wilson at check-in was very friendly and welcoming. Rooms were clean and comfortable. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to Train Service

We were going on a day trip to Paris that left early on Eurorail. This hotel was very close to the station and places to eat. We had a nice stay at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good budget hotel

It is a budget hotel and it is absolutely fine. My room was small but had what I needed. It isn't the Ritz but good value for what I paid. Very convenient for st pancras and kings cross
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming hotel

Was a lovely stay. Comfortable and clean. Good value for money. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room is extremely small but it’s clean and tidy. It’s good for a day or two stays. It’s located very close to the subway station , very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location! Great price. The staff were wonderful and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025