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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
R1 988
Cheapest

rate per night

7,8
Good
based on 3844 reviews
3 844 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
R1 988
Double room
R2 012
Classic room
R2 748
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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 3 844 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The California

Fri 9/5
Sat 10/5
Classic room
bed type unknown
R2 748
1 twin bed
R2 772
bed type unknown
R2 957
Double room
bed type unknown
R2 012
bed type unknown
R2 061
bed type unknown
R2 157
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R1 988
bed type unknown
R2 735
bed type unknown
R2 788
*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

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
3844 verified ratings
Wonderful
1238
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.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Room Size1.5 out of 10
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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 ...
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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 Museum1.1 km
  • Leicester Square2.2 km
  • Strand2.2 km
  • Piccadilly Circus2.3 km
  • Trafalgar Square2.4 km
  • St. Paul's Cathedral2.5 km
  • Charing Cross2.5 km
  • Central London2.5 km
  • Oxford Street2.8 km
  • London Eye2.9 km
  • Big Ben3.2 km
  • Waterloo3.3 km

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.

When to book a room at The California

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FAQs when booking at The California

  • Where is The California located?

    The California is located at 4-8 Belgrove Street in Camden, 3,4 km 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 11,9 km from London City.

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Good to know

Value for money

7,7

Distance to city centre

3,4 km

Nearest airport

London City

Distance to airport

12,3 km

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