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Located less than a minute's walk from Kings Cross and St Pancras Railway Station, The California is located in central London. This charming and modern hotel offers a 24-hour reception. The 60 stylish rooms are spread over 4 floors in the Georgian townhouses, which feature original staircases, halls, and windows. The rooms have a private bathroom, a radios, and a TV, along with a safety deposit box and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests are welcome to enjoy drinks in the bar and relax in the lounge or on the private terrace. The nearby Tube provides excellent access to all of London and the Eurostar runs from St Pancras. The British Museum and Camden Market are both within one mile of the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the heart of London, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast Info

Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
and
2 sofa beds
1 full bed
2 sofa beds
and
1 queen bed
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Guest review summary
Guests loved the excellent <b>location</b> near King's Cross and St Pancras, making travel convenient. The staff received praise for their friendliness. Rooms were clean but had mixed reviews on comfort and size. Some guests noted noise issues due to thin walls, affecting soundproofing.
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Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
7.6
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
6.9
Low score for London

Hotel area info

Amenities of The California

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Bar
  • Heating
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

View

  • Inner courtyard view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
    Off-site
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may apply.

    Transportation

    • Public transit tickets
      Additional charge

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided
    • Baggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    • Key access
    • Safe

    General

    • Pet bowls
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Wake-up service
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Hindi
    • Italian
    • Punjabi
    • Portuguese
    • Romanian
    • Urdu

    House rules
    The California takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Cards accepted at this hotel
    American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroDebit card Cash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that there are no elevators in the hotel.

    The closest car park is NCP Judd Street, a 7 minute walk from the hotel.

    Please note, smoking is not permitted at the property.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    FAQs about The California

    • The California is 1.6 miles from the center of London. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The California offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Happy hour
      • Live sports events (broadcast)
      • Live music/Performance
      • Bicycle rental
    • The prices at The California may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at The California include:

      • Twin
      • Single
      • Double
      • Quad
      • Family
    • Guests staying at The California can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.3).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Italian
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
      • Breakfast to go
    • Check-in at The California is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.