Carlton Hotel - London

$$$$||View on mapLondon, United KingdomBirkenhead Street, London, United Kingdom, WC1H 8BA|
5.9
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Carlton Hotel - London
Birkenhead Street, London, United Kingdom, WC1H 8BA·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Needs improvement
5.9Needs improvement
Location8.9
Staff7.4
Who stays here
Solo42%
Families27%
Couples20%
Groups10%

Overview

Overall Score
Needs improvement
5.9Needs improvement
Location8.9
Staff7.4
Who stays here
Solo42%
Families27%
Couples20%
Groups10%

Budget hotel across from Kings Cross Station with Eurostar access three minutes away

Location and Access

Carlton Hotel London sits directly across from Kings Cross Station, placing guests at the hub of London's rail, Underground, and airport connections. The Eurostar terminal at St Pancras International is a three-minute walk, making the Carlton Hotel Birkenhead Street a practical base for Paris or Brussels transfers. The British Library is 200 metres away. Oxford Street, Covent Garden, and Leicester Square are roughly 15 minutes by Underground from the hotel's doorstep. The Carlton Hotel Camden area also offers multiple bus routes and nearby restaurants and bars.

Rooms and Amenities

Each room at this budget hotel includes a TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and a private shower room. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Reception operates 24 hours, luggage storage is provided, and hairdryers or ironing equipment are available on request. A lift serves all floors, and family rooms are offered.

Travel and Practicalities

For travellers using London's airports, the Carlton Hotel Kings Cross is a three-minute walk from rail services that connect to Stansted and Cambridge, with further links via the Underground and National Rail network. The hotel also provides a 24-hour front desk and non-smoking rooms. Parking is available. Whether arriving by Eurostar or domestic rail, the Carlton Hotel London Kings Cross offers direct access to public transport, a steady list of basic comforts, and a location that lets guests cover central London without extra travel time.

Extra Convenience

Guests at the Carlton Hotel London can drop off luggage before check-in and after check-out, allowing for hands-free exploration of the city. The position at the crossroads of Kings Cross and St Pancras stations means airport transfers, train journeys, and Underground connections all start from the same block. The Carlton Hotel Birkenhead Street location also puts a range of casual dining and grocery options within a few minutes' walk.

Connectivity and Comfort

Direct access to the Piccadilly, Victoria, and Northern lines connects the hotel to the West End, the financial district, and both Heathrow and Luton airports without changing trains. Rooms provide coffee and tea-making facilities, a private shower, and a full-length wardrobe. The Carlton Hotel Kings Cross offers a straightforward, no-frills stay with the essentials covered: reliable Wi-Fi, a 24-hour desk, and luggage storage.

  • Next to Kings Cross Station and St Pancras International for Eurostar
  • 200 metres to the British Library; 15 minutes by Underground to Oxford Street, Covent Garden, Leicester Square
  • Free WiFi throughout; 24-hour front desk; luggage storage; lift
  • Rooms include TV, tea/coffee maker, private shower; hairdryers and ironing on request from reception
  • Family rooms and non-smoking options available; parking on site
  • 3-minute walk to rail and Underground links for London airports
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Polish, Russian
Building
Number of rooms:62
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Rooms and availability

Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
Ensuite Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Quadruple Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

No pets allowed
No Smoking

No smoking on site

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Room features

  • Heating

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
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Essential information about Carlton Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 6740 INR
📏 Distance to centre 2.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport 14.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport London City, LCY

Location

Birkenhead Street, London, United Kingdom, WC1H 8BA
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Birkenhead Street, London, United Kingdom, WC1H 8BA
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Birkenhead Street, London, United Kingdom, WC1H 8BA
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