Search
Photos
Overview
Prices
Amenities
Reviews
Location
When to book
Tips & FAQs
Nearby stays
The California
3 stars

The California

4-8 Belgrove Street, London, WC1H 8AB, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
See location+44 207 837 7629
From
£80
Cheapest

rate per night

7.8
Good
based on 3843 reviews
3,843 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
£80
Double room
£81
Classic room
£110
42 more The California deals
42 more The California deals

Photos of The California

Overview

Rating

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.

Rating
7.8
Good
Based on 3,843 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The California

Wed 7/5
Thu 8/5
Classic room
bed type unknown
£110
1 twin bed
£111
bed type unknown
£119
Standard Room
bed type unknown
£80
bed type unknown
£110
bed type unknown
£112
Double room
bed type unknown
£81
bed type unknown
£83
bed type unknown
£86
How do payments to us affect ranking and how do we rank results?
Learn more
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.
Privacy Preferences

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

Dining

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

Bathroom

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

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

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of The California

7.8
Good
3843 verified ratings
Wonderful
1237
Very good
1039
Good
820
Okay
319
Fair
218
Mediocre
103
Poor
107

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, making it convenient for travel and access to amenities. However, many reviews highlighted issues with room size, cleanliness, and noise levels, which detracted from their overall experience. While some guests enjoyed their stay, the lack of space and comfort in the rooms was a common concern.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Room Size1.5 out of 10
Sort by:Most recent

Show reviews that mention

Filters

All filters

Filters

Review rating
Traveller type
Time of year

Score by provider

All reviews

8.0
Very good
Shin-ichiro, Nov 2021
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 ...
Read more
6.0
Okay
Anonymous, Oct 2017
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
  • Leicester Square1.4 mi
  • Strand1.4 mi
  • Piccadilly Circus1.4 mi
  • Trafalgar Square1.5 mi
  • St. Paul's Cathedral1.5 mi
  • Charing Cross1.6 mi
  • Central London1.6 mi
  • Oxford Street1.8 mi
  • London Eye1.8 mi
  • Big Ben2 mi
  • Waterloo2 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

April

High season

May

Average price (weeknight)

£126

Average price (weekend night)

£124
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 38% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The California

Price per night. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
Average nightly price

KAYAK's 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 April and August.
  • 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 Friday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The California was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £91, while the most expensive was £91.
  • How long should you stay at The California? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
See more tips

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 7.4 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.

See more FAQs

Nearby hotels and places to stay

Closest

See more nearby stays
2-star hotel
54% cheaperThe Belgrove Hotel6.1 Good (5,472 reviews)0 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Wi-Fi available in all areas£64+
5-star hotel
Megaro Hotel8.5 Excellent (2,423 reviews)0.02 miRestaurant, Bar/Lounge, Room service£210+
2-star hotel
35% cheaperFairway Hotel7.8 Good (3,097 reviews)0.03 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Coffee machine£90+
2-star hotel
29% cheaperCentral Hotel7.9 Good (4,521 reviews)0.03 miRestaurant, Room service, Free Wi-Fi£98+

Cheapest

See cheapest stays in London
3-star hotel
57% cheaperKx Rooms Kings Cross5.3 Okay (938 reviews)0.07 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Business centre£59+
2-star hotel
54% cheaperThe Belgrove Hotel6.1 Good (5,472 reviews)0 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Wi-Fi available in all areas£64+
2-star hotel
50% cheaperMacdonald Hotel7.7 Good (2,639 reviews)0.05 miWi-Fi, Coffee machine, Wi-Fi available in all areas£70+
3-star hotel
48% cheaperAngus Hotel7.7 Good (4,480 reviews)0.1 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Coffee machine£72+

Most recommended

See most recommended stays in London
5-star hotel
The Standard London8.6 Excellent (1,371 reviews)0.04 miFitness centre, Restaurant, Bar/Lounge£218+
5-star hotel
Megaro Hotel8.5 Excellent (2,423 reviews)0.02 miRestaurant, Bar/Lounge, Room service£210+
4-star hotel
The Gyle8.4 Excellent (1,509 reviews)0.09 miBar/Lounge, Free Wi-Fi, Flat-screen TV£196+
5-star hotel
Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London8.2 Excellent (1,232 reviews)0.1 miFitness centre, Restaurant, Bar/Lounge£237+

Good to know

Value for money

7.7

Distance to city centre

2.1 mi

Nearest airport

London City

Distance to airport

7.6 mi

Everything you need to know for your stay in London