WARDONIA HOTEL KINGS CROSS, London

Wardonia Hotel Kings Cross - A Georgian townhouse hotel steps from Kings Cross and St Pancras stations

Located in Bloomsbury's conservation area, this family-run London hotel occupies multiple terraced Georgian townhouses on a quiet street. The Wardonia, operated by the Abomnes family since 1967, stands 2 minutes from Kings Cross and St Pancras International stations. Each compact room features a flat-screen TV with Freeview, free WiFi, tea/coffee facilities, and a private bathroom with shower. Single rooms offer 77cm-wide beds, while doubles provide 122cm-wide beds. The property maintains a 24-hour front desk with free luggage storage and tour assistance. Security features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and first aid kits. The British Museum lies 1 mile away, with Oxford Street and Covent Garden within walking distance. Direct transport links connect to Heathrow (52 minutes), Gatwick (49 minutes), and Stansted (54 minutes) airports.

Pros

Located on a peaceful side street despite central location

Secure 24/7 reception with free luggage storage

Traditional features including carved ceilings and old-fashioned windows

Contemporary artwork of European landmarks and modern design elements

Cons

No elevator access to upper floors

Rooms are compact in size