Those searching for an economical solution to the problem of finding quality central London accommodation should consider the Excelsior Hotel London, a 2 star hotel opposite Kings Cross St Pancras train station that exceeds expectations of a budget establishment. The Excelsior is situated within walking distance of Kings Cross station, meaning that wherever you want to go in the capital there is guaranteed to be a tube line that can get you there with minimum fuss. National Rail and Eurostar services also depart from this point, making it easy to explore the rest of the UK and further afield if you so wish and meaning that the hotel is a convenient choice for those on a short term stay departing using these services. Popular tourist attractions including the British Museum, Oxford Street, Regent's Park and Camden Market are within walking distance of the hotel.
Refurbished in 2009 to a high standard, the interior of the Excelsior Hotel goes above and beyond what you might expect of a 2 star hotel. There are 28 well-appointed bedrooms in total, catering to almost all group sizes with single, double, triple, quad and quin rooms available as well as basic singles and doubles with reduced facilities. Each room is warm, spacious and inviting; walls are painted in a comforting cream and deep red colour, there is subtle spot lighting overhead and decoration consists of patterned artwork, mirrors and light wooden furnishings. Contemporary in-room amenities include high speed internet access, flatscreen televisions and tea and coffee making facilties. All standard rooms have a private ensuite bathroom, with shared bathroom facilities available for the cheaper basic room options.
As the main focus of the Excelsior Hotel London is to provide good quality yet affordable bedrooms to guests, the emphasis is not on having lots of additional facilities. Nonetheless, the 24 hour reception allows for late or early check-in and is on hand to provide advice and recommendations, high speed internet is available throughout public areas and there is a comfortable television lounge to relax in during the day or when planning your itinerary. There is also an on-site restaurant serving breakfast only.
Nearest station is Kings Cross St Pancras (Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Victoria, Piccadilly, Northern, National Rail, Eurostar).
internet access - 24 hour reception - lounge - breakfast room
On-street parking is free at evenings and weekends, but there is no dedicated car park at the hotel itself.
internet access - flatscreen television - hairdryer - radio - desk - trouser press - tea and coffee maker
 | Kings Cross St. Pancras | 0.2km | show on map |
| Euston | 0.7km | show on map |
| Euston Square | 0.7km | show on map |
 | Bloomsbury Theatre | 0.8km | show on map |
| Sadler's Wells | 1.0km | show on map |
| Drill Hall | 1.1km | show on map |
