Experience the charm of Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London near The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4. Unwind in the garden or coffee shop and indulge in British cuisine at RAILS Restaurant. Enjoy access to nearby indoor pool and health club with dry cleaning services available for your convenience.
The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Regent's Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
Big Ben - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
London Bridge - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
Buckingham Palace - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
London City Airport (LCY) - 41 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 49 min drive
Luton Airport (LTN) - 63 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 64 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 79 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 93 min drive
St Pancras International Station - 2 min walk
London (QQS-St. Pancras International Train Station) - 2 min walk
London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 3 min walk
King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 3 min walk
Euston Underground Station - 12 min walk
Euston Square Underground Station - 13 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min walk
The Parcel Yard - 3 min walk
Chambers Club - 3 min walk
GNH Bar and Terrace - 3 min walk
The German Gymnasium - 3 min walk
About this property
Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London
Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London puts you just a 5-minute drive from Russell Square and The British Museum. For a bite to eat, guests can check out RAILS Restaurant, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station is 3 minutes and Euston Underground Station is 12 minutes.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge)
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Fitness classes
Access to nearby health club
Working away
Business center
Computer station
Coworking spaces
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1854
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
Height-adjustable showerhead
Grab bar near toilet
Transfer shower
Lever door handles
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Espresso maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Egyptian cotton sheets
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
RAILS Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
GNH Bar and Terrace - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Little Bar - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London is listed in the 2014 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 20 to 30 per person
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
Bar/lounge
Dining venue(s)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
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Frequently asked questions
Does Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London includes fitness classes. Enjoy amenities like 2 bars, a garden, and access to a nearby health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London?
Yes, RAILS Restaurant offers British cuisine.
What's the area around Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London like?
Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London is in London City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station and 15 minutes' walk from Russell Square.
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Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, London Reviews
Reviews
8.8
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Jun 26, 2025
Honestly the room and the everyone there were so friendly. Also so apologetic when one of the rooms was not ready for a while.
There was a little incident with a man slumped at the lift area but apart from that it was a wonderful hotel. Would stay again
Perdita
Perdita, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 19, 2025
Excellent site at Kings Cross with several U-lines and train stations.
Friendly staff, very clean rooms.
But avoid floor 5: small windows & low water pressure
Georg
Georg, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 21, 2025
Very well located, pleasant rooms, good restaurant for breakfast and dinner
Ariane
Ariane, 4-night trip
6/10 Okay
Apr 17, 2025
Handy to the Eurostar train station.
Bonnie
Bonnie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 23, 2025
Everything was good overall. Decided to have breakfast there. When I said the toast was burnt, the waiter agreed and I heard him telling someone else, but no one offered me another choice.
Seems a shame not to include unlimited coffee in the breakfast price but charge for extra cups.
chris
chris, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Mar 10, 2025
Perfect location for Eurostar
Perfect location for Eurostar, staff very friendly and hotel very clean but small rooms for the price.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 6, 2025
Nice room for the night as booked. Location couldn't be better next to King's Cross station for our train the next date. Room was pin quiet and modern retaining some more original characteristics as well.
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 19, 2025
Across from Kings Cross station. Early check in granted !!! After a 12 hour journey it was a welcome bed . Huge tub.
Mya
Mya, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 4, 2025
I would not recommend. The room was tiny and not suitable as a hotel room. Bed was pushed against the wall and we had to struggle in and out. The bathroom was tiny. There were no usb outlets, no kettle, no tea- just coffee. We requested iron and it took ages and once it arrived we struggled as it took up half the space . I was shocked given what we paid. Stay at the Y.
Rhema
Rhema, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
May 15, 2025
Five star hotel prices for a 2/3 star room. There is no reception area to speak of, service was ok, but not what you would expect for the price, but the overall feeling was vey deflated at the room which was tiny - only as wide as the bed which was beside the wall, so only one side of the bed was useable - not worth GBP400
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 4, 2025
Great hotel
I really enjoyed my stay. The hotel is lovely, clean and in a fantastic location. I was surprised how quiet my room was given its proximity to Kings Cross Station. It was so quiet! Best hotel shower I’ve ever experienced. Small (as I was expecting) but perfectly formed room, well designed.
I appreciated the little touches like a note reminding me that the clocks were changing overnight and the pantry at the end of the hallway with complimentary little cakes and different teas. I would definitely recommend and stay again.
Katie
Katie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 14, 2025
Great
Great decor, room was a little cold and noisy, but still nice
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 26, 2024
Clean, convenient, great location
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 24, 2025
Stay overview
Trip to watch 6 Nations at Twickenham
My wife went shopping I went to Twickers
Hotel room very comfy clean etc
Liked the coffee machine in the pantry
Paid for breakfast with room little bit disappointed that no offer of self service cereals
Menu a bit confusing
Swiss Farm
Swiss Farm, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 19, 2024
The staff was very friendly and clean property, I would recommend staying here.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Dec 25, 2022
Great location - friendly and helpful staff - clean rooms
Lina
6/10 Okay
Jul 27, 2025
The reception checking in service was very inefficient. Although breakfast was included my booking for 2 nights and paid fully at the time of booking on Expedia, we were turned down at the restaurant for breakfast. I showed my booking confirmation email which clearly stated the breakfast was included, we were asked to wait for about 10 minutes at the table before the staff came back to tell me tgat the breakfast was not included. Then we were asked to go dowbstairs to go to the reception and yo check it again. Then the receptionist said it was included. She put it down toExpedia website not connecting to their website. I xannot believe how inefficiently they run what the so called 5 star hot and make the guest feeling as if we were cheating ! And caising an argument .
The checking in process took so long in tge narrow cooridor , with a small desk with 3 staff proceesing 1x checking in for a couple in front of me took over 20 minutes. I dobt really think these staff know what they were doing. There was no erlcoming atmosphere either.
If notbecause of the lication, i would not recommend here .
I paid over £580 for two nights.
zin
zin, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 30, 2022
Beautiful hotel
Donna
10/10 Excellent
Aug 6, 2022
Perfect location and a lovely place to stay.
Beautiful Hotel, lovely restaurant, food was great. Location was perfect for exploring London and our onward journey to London Heathrow.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 27, 2024
Great location
Great location for the Eurostar
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 12, 2022
Great location, well done up and super friendly staff
Edith
Edith, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 2, 2024
Wow! Gorgeous accommodations at the most convenient location!
Elizabeth Anne
Elizabeth Anne, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Sep 15, 2024
Magnificent, iconic hotel. Room small, but elegant and functional. Great bars. Restaurant was lovely with good quality food, if nothing flash. Restaurant was reasonably priced. Hotel itself expensive, but you’re paying for the location - couldn’t be better for Eurostar - and history.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 2, 2024
i was traveling to Paris after the short stay there, the staff helped to store my luggage there for few days before I back from Paris, it really helped as it is just cross the road from St Pancras station.
Leung Po
Leung Po, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 30, 2022
I had a great stay! Very convenient to the tube and the train.