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The California

3 stars
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Sat 11/5
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About The California

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

The California offers modern accommodation in London and is a few minutes on foot from Euston Bus Station. It is situated a brief stroll from the British Library and Camley Street Natural Park.

The hotel has 60 rooms and has been recently refurbished. The front desk operates around the clock and the friendly staff can suggest sights to visit and provide other tourist information.

The California features cosy rooms equipped with heating, tea and coffee making facilities and a hair dryer. Ironing facilities and a desk can also be found in each.

The hotel is within walking distance of Tavistock Square, University College London and Russell Square. Institute of Education and London Euston Railway Station are within a 20-minute walk.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at The California

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap

General

  • Quiet street view
  • Family rooms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Sofa
  • Soundproofing
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Key access
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Fold-up bed
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Reviews of The California

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7.7
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7.9Friends
7.8Families
7.5Solo
7.7Couples

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8.0 Very Good
Great location. It's only (literally) a few minutes walk from Kings Cross / St Pancras Station. The room was small but cleverly designed. There was a space large enough to open a suitcase (unless your suitcase is too big). But due to the location, it becomes noisy during weekends nights. The shower booth was fairly large, but the door didn't fully open because it interfered with the showerhead on the ceiling. You may need to squeeze yourself to get in and out. There are no lifts.
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6.0 Okay
Pros:The hotel is pretty much across from Kings Cross station - hard to beat the location. Also, the stuff was very friendly and helpful. Good shower with more than sufficient water pressure, which is not a given in London.
Cons:The room was small and cramped, and the situation was made much worse by the inclusion of a second single bed. Also, the room had a moldy smell, the reason for which became clear next morning when I had a shower - the ventilation was ineffective, and the whole room was covered in condensation.

Location

4-8 Belgrove Street, London, WC1H 8AB

What's nearby

  • British Museum0.7 mi
  • Somerset House1.3 mi
  • Piccadilly Circus1.4 mi
  • National Gallery1.5 mi
  • Southbank Centre1.7 mi
  • London Eye1.8 mi
  • Tate Modern1.8 mi
  • St James's Palace1.8 mi
  • Churchill War Rooms1.9 mi
  • Westminster Bridge2 mi
  • Big Ben2 mi
  • Buckingham Palace2.1 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The California

Low season

January

High season

October

Average price (weeknight)

£160

Average price (weekend night)

£154
Cheapest month to stay with an average 28% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 16% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The California

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Top tips for your stay at The California

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The California, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The California, plan to stay on a Sunday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The California was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £166, while the most expensive was £166.
  • How long should you stay at The California? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The California

  • Where is The California located?

    The California is located at 4-8 Belgrove Street in Camden, 2.1 miles from the centre of London. British Museum is the closest landmark to The California.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The California?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The California.

  • Does The California offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The California offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The California from the airport?

    The California is 7.5 miles from London City.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The California hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The California in London and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The California and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The California.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.6

Distance to city centre

2.1 mi

Nearest airport

London City

Distance to airport

7.6 mi