The California Hotel

King's Cross, London

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The California is London made easy. A comfortable, friendly base right by King’s Cross, set across classic townhouses with plenty of character. Step out for the buzz, come back for the calm, and settle into a stay that feels simple, warm, and nicely unpretentious.

  • Art Deco architecture
  • On-site Bar & Lounge
  • Dog friendly stays

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No two rooms are the same. Each has its own layout and details, with all the essentials for a comfortable city stay - a good bed, a tidy space to reset in, and everything you need to get on with your day (or your lie-in).

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Reasons to book Direct

  • Best Rates

    Best rate guaranteed

    when you book direct with us

  • Priority Upgrades

    Priority upgrades

    subject to availability

Eat & drink

Eat & Drink

Keep it easy. Start with breakfast, pause for a coffee, or wind down with a drink in the bar and lounge. There’s also a terrace for those rare sunny London moments - the kind you don’t plan for, but always remember.

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Location


4–8 Belgrove St
London
WC1H 8AB

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Getting here
  • Airplane icon Heathrow - 57 mins via public transport
  • Airplane icon Gatwick - 44 mins via public transport
  • Airplane icon London King’s Cross - 2 mins walk
  • Airplane icon St. Pancras International - 2 mins walk
  • Airplane icon Euston (Underground) - 11 mins walk
  • Airplane icon King’s Cross St Pancras - 2 mins walk
Attractions
  • British Library - 4 mins walk
  • Coal Drop Yard - 10 mins walk
  • British Museum- 16 mins walk
  • Regent’s Park / London Zoo- 26 mins by tube
  • Madame Tussauds- 7 mins by tube
Neighbourhoods
  • Camden Town - 6 mins cycle
  • Old Street - 17 mins cycle
  • Oxford Street- 20 mins cycle

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Where is The California?

We’re at 4–8 Belgrove Street, King’s Cross, London WC1H 8AB, just moments from King’s Cross and St Pancras.

What kind of hotel is The California?

We’re a relaxed King’s Cross hotel and a laid-back London base, close enough to the station to be convenient and far enough away to sleep well.

Do you have spaces to relax or work in the hotel?

Yes. Our bar and lounge area as well as our terrace, are a good spots to grab a snack or warm pastry, unwind with a drink, work on your laptop or step outside to the terrace.

Do you have family rooms?

Yes. Our Family + rooms can sleep up to six guests.

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