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The Goodenough Hotel London

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Russell Square

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The Goodenough Hotel London offers a serene escape in the heart of Bloomsbury, with a charming garden and library to unwind. Explore nearby Russell Square and Tottenham Court Road, then return to enjoy dinner at Great Hall or relax with WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$184 nightly
The total price is $221
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Food for every mood
A restaurant, cafe, and bar create dining diversity at this guesthouse. Full breakfast includes vegetarian options for mindful morning fuel.
Royal comfort sleep
Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding complement pillowtop mattresses. Blackout drapes ensure deep slumber in curated, individual decor rooms.

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

View all photos for Single Room

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a television, and a fireplace.

Single Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Helena Normanton Superior Suite

A traditional living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

Helena Normanton Superior Suite

  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Small Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

Small Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King Room

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large window, a bed with floral pillows, a tray with a bottle and glasses, and a chessboard with miniature buildings.

King Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a bench.

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Dorothy Sayers Signature Suite

A well-lit living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. Large windows with curtains allow natural light and provide a view of greenery outside.

Dorothy Sayers Signature Suite

  • Garden view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Eileen Power Superior Suite

A living room with two blue sofas, a coffee table, and a view of a garden through large windows.

Eileen Power Superior Suite

  • Garden view
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Virginia Woolf Signature Suite

A living room with two beige sofas, a glass coffee table, and a lamp. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.

Virginia Woolf Signature Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
23 Mecklenburgh Square, London Borough of Camden, London, England, WC1N 2AD

What's nearby

  • Calthorpe Community Garden - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Coram's Fields and the Harmsworth Memorial Playground - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Goodenough College - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Foundling Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Charles Dickens Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • London City Airport (LCY) - 46 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 63 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 78 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 78 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 94 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 104 min drive
  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • King's Cross Station - 12 min walk
  • London (QQS-St. Pancras International Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Russell Square Underground Station - 9 min walk
  • Farringdon Underground Station - 11 min walk
  • Chancery Lane Underground Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Crown Plaza Club Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Redemption Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Queens Head - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Lucas Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Lamb - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Goodenough Hotel London

  • The Goodenough Hotel London puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Russell Square and University College London. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Great Hall, which serves dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a garden. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Russell Square Underground Station is 9 minutes and Farringdon Underground Station is 11 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 65 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children's games
  • Children's books

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference space (431 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Bicycle parking
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Visual fire alarm
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 46-inch Smart TV

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Minibar
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Great Hall - This buffet restaurant serves dinner only.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in ECOsmart, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 9 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 40.0 per day

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Also known as

Goodenough Club House London
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Goodenough Hotel London offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Goodenough 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 The Goodenough Hotel London?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Goodenough Hotel London?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Goodenough Hotel London.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Goodenough Hotel London?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Goodenough Hotel London and nearby?

The Goodenough Hotel London has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Goodenough Hotel London?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Great Hall.

What's the area around The Goodenough Hotel London like?

The Goodenough Hotel London is in London City Centre, a short 9-minute walk from Russell Square Underground Station and 16 minutes' walk from The British Museum. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

The Goodenough Hotel London Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with good quality options and a lovely setting at the nearby college. (22 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Quiet; attentive, friendly staff (our compliments to Olu), and the new single beds are very comfy.
Barbara, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, quiet hotel with friendly staff.
Dafydd, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It clean and basic
Emma, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The room was in the old block outside and was nothing like the pics online. I was very clean and the staff were friendly
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful area
Bruce, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and tidy room, good shower
Gareth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice stay, and the staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
Martin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect spot to explore England. Only a 10 minutes from King's Cross, it allowed us to explore all of London as well as catch a train to Dover and Winchester. Able to check in early and quitr clean accommodations. Recommended for any future guests.
Kathryn, 8-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable, clean, convenient place to stay for a few days.
Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff and great room
Jayne, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good set up and nice venue for breakfast during the weekend
Fred, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely quiet place to stay in central London.
Rex, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice location! Easy access to Kings Cross and St. Pancras station.
Shirley, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice and comfortable rooms. The breakfast was good and staff were approachable and helpful
Kristin, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was clean , reception helpt me good and very nice people
Maria, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spotless, friendly, comfortable, an excellent shower and a great location - highly recommend
Grainne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location! Not far from shopping, dining and public transportation. Loved how quiet this area was.
Julian, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel in quiet neighborhood. Staff was helpful. Comfortable bed.
lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Amazing customer service people. Helpful and nice. Room was clean, bathroom nice and clean. Location is good, quick walk to the British Museum. Highly Recommended.
ATTILA, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous suite and friendly staff
Kayleigh, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Breakfast - didn't have it so unable to comment further. Staff - pleasant. Room - Good condition generally - some small areas may need future attention - carpet. Laundry - didn't use service.
Nigel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very convenient to Kings Cross Station. Wonderful staff in a pretty cool location.
Denise, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good customer service, comfortable clean room
Nabil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My favourite place to stay at whenever I am in London. Excellent location, friendly and helpful staff
Gab, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We had a lovely stay, the room was clean and a good amount of space for two people. Check in, check out was smooth and staff were kind and helpful with storing our luggage. We will definitely be back again as the area was perfect.
Christina, 2-night trip