Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG

4 stars
8.0
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based on 7076 reviews
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Overview

Situated a short stroll from London King's Cross Railway Station, Crowne Plaza London Kings Cross offers guests an ideal base when in London. It also provides a Jacuzzi, an indoor pool and a sauna.

A variety of personalised services are available for guests of Crowne Plaza London Kings Cross, like babysitting/child services, a concierge and a car rental desk. Staff are available 24/7 and can assist with booking tours and tickets.

Each elegant room at the hotel provides a mini bar and all the necessities for a comfortable stay. All have their very own living area and a variety of entertainment options, including movies-on-demand.

The hotel's restaurants, Rasa Maricham and Carriages, offer guests dinner every night. Those looking to socialise can do so in Charings, conveniently situated in-house. There is also the added advantage of an on-site restaurant.

Crowne Plaza London Kings Cross is within walking distance of Farringdon, Russell Square and Gray's Inn. Bell Pottinger Private and City University London are also found within walking distance.

8.0
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Amenities at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Reviews of Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG

8.0
Very good
7076 verified ratings
Wonderful
2706
Very good
1736
Good
1200
Okay
532
Fair
401
Mediocre
199
Poor
302

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently highlight the hotel's excellent location, making it easy to access public transport and key attractions. Many reviews mention friendly and helpful staff, and some guests found the rooms comfortable and spacious. However, there are recurring complaints about cleanliness, breakfast quality, and room size, with several guests noting dated furnishings and small rooms. While some guests enjoyed the breakfast and found the hotel clean, others experienced issues with maintenance, air conditioning, and food quality. Overall, the hotel is appreciated for its location and service, but there are mixed opinions on cleanliness and amenities.
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8.0
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Anonymous, Apr 2026
Bigger room
6.0
Okay
H., Jan 2024
The room was extremely small. These rooms are good for a couple. If you are traveling with one child there is no room to move around.
6.0
Okay
Amanda, Jul 2022
Nice hotel but pretty far from the tube. Not much to see around the neighborhood for the price. Would not stay again. Spent a lot of time and money getting back and forth
7.1
Good
Anonymous, Jun 2017
Pros (+) Great staff and lovely room. Very clean.
Cons (-) This is a good 15 minutes walk from Kings Cross/St Pancras with no other tube stations by closer.
5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) - location - plugs for different countries in the room - brand new - quiet
Cons (-) - no hair drier - drafty and not very welcoming reception area - full carpets in the room - no reading lamps next to the bed

Location

1 Kings Cross Road, London, WC1X 9HX

What's nearby

  • British Museum0.8 mi
  • St. Paul's Cathedral1.1 mi
  • Strand1.2 mi
  • Leicester Square1.3 mi
  • Trafalgar Square1.4 mi
  • Piccadilly Circus1.5 mi
  • Central London1.5 mi
  • Charing Cross1.5 mi
  • London Eye1.6 mi
  • Waterloo1.8 mi
  • Big Ben1.8 mi
  • The Shard1.9 mi

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Essential information about Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG

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Which month has the cheapest rates at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG?

The cheapest month to stay at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG is January, with an average nightly rate of £148. The most expensive month is June at £264 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG?

The cheapest day to book Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of £165. The most expensive day is Thursday at £275 per night.

How far in advance should you book Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG?

To get the best price at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG, book around 9 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 25% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG, plan to stay on a Sunday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £162, while the most expensive was £166.
  • How long should you stay at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG

  • What’s the best way to get to the hotel from the airport?

    When travelling to the hotel from Heathrow Airport (LHR), the most direct way to access the hotel is with the London Underground. The train is roughly a 1h direct route on the Piccadilly Line. Catch the train at Hatton Cross Station, towards Cockfosters, to Kings Cross St. Pancras. From there, you can walk a short distance to the hotel, or catch bus 63 from the stop Kings Cross St. Pancras (Stop D) toward Honor Oak to Gwynne Place (Stop PP). From there, the hotel is a few steps away.

  • What are the business options the hotel offers?

    The hotel offers business amenities for meetings, banquets and conferences. There are seven flexible meeting rooms, with the largest room fitting up to 220 guests. The banquet facilities offer a specialised finger-buffet menu for your business occasion. Each of the meeting spaces can be styled for your specific requirements: boardroom, hollow square, u-shape, classroom, banquet, reception, theatre and cabaret. Each style fits a different amount of people, depending on the room. The rooms offer free Wi-Fi, AV equipment, a VCR and DVD player, podium, stage lights, microphones, video and teleconferencing, overhead projectors and a plasma screen. During your stay, there is a wake-up service, newspapers and photocopying services. You can hire a car on site, and there is a currency exchange service at the reception desk.

  • Which options do I have at the hotel if I travel with my kids?

    Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross welcomes families and offers many amenities for a great family stay. There’s a pool, a kid-friendly buffet, family rooms and babysitting services.

  • What type of on-site catering options does the hotel offer?

    Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross has two on-site restaurants; there’s Belgo and Bloom Kitchen and Bar. At the Belgo restaurant, you’ll be served refined Belgian cuisine for lunch, dinner and dessert. Bloom Kitchen and Bar is both a restaurant and a bar lounge with a cosy atmosphere. In the morning, it serves the hotel's breakfast, while there are cocktails and a variety of drinks in the evening. Breakfast is available both in your room or in the restaurant. For breakfast, there is a range of cereal, bread, pastry, jam, yoghurt, fruit, compotes, cheese and cold cuts of fish and meat. You can choose your style of cooked eggs. There’s also a full English option and an array of beverages, including juice, smoothies, sparkling water, tea and coffee.

  • What accessibility facilities does the hotel have?

    At Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross there are accessibility options for a safe and comfortable stay for all guests. Throughout the hotel, there are accessible areas with ramps to the bar and restaurant, lifts to rooms, accessible parking, TTY devices (teletypewriter) and assistive listening devices. In the hotel hallways, there are audible and visual alarms, and in the restaurant, there are menus in braille or with an available reader. The accessible rooms are equipped with wheelchair access, accessible door locks, grab bars in bathrooms and easy turning areas in the restroom. The room provides hearing-impaired alarms with vibrating pillows.

  • Where is Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG located?

    Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG is located at 1 Kings Cross Road in Camden, 2 miles from the centre of London. British Museum is the closest landmark to Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG.

  • Does Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG from the airport?

    Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross By IHG is 7.2 miles from London City.

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London City
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