Leigh House Hotel
6.8
Good(178 reviews)
1 Leigh St, London WC1H 9EW, United Kingdom
+44 20 7383 0099
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Hotel Description
Leigh House Hotel, located at 1 Leigh St, London WC1H 9EW, United Kingdom, offers a cozy and convenient retreat in the heart of London's vibrant Bloomsbury district. This casual hotel, set in a charming Georgian townhouse, is ideally situated within walking distance of key attractions and transportation hubs, making it an excellent choice for travelers looking to explore the best of London. The hotel is just a 6-minute walk from King's Cross train and tube stations, providing seamless access to all of London’s iconic landmarks. Guests can also enjoy the close proximity to the British Museum, the British Library, and the popular St. Pancras International train station, perfect for those traveling across Europe. The hotel’s location is in a busy area with a mix of residential spaces, local shops, and eateries, giving guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the authentic London experience. The rooms at Leigh House Hotel are compact yet comfortable, designed with bright interiors to create a welcoming atmosphere. Each room is thoughtfully equipped with modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee-making facilities, ensuring that guests have everything they need for a relaxing stay. Some rooms come with en suite bathrooms, while others have private bathrooms, offering flexibility depending on guests’ preferences. The hotel offers a complimentary full English breakfast served in a colorful and cheerful dining room, providing a hearty start to the day. In addition to the cozy rooms and breakfast offerings, Leigh House Hotel features a range of amenities to enhance the guest experience. The front desk is staffed to assist guests with any requests, and housekeeping services ensure that rooms remain clean and well-maintained. While the hotel is smoke-free and does not accommodate pets, it does offer easy access to the surrounding area's lively atmosphere and dining options. Guests can also enjoy the vibrant surroundings with local favorites like Mine Mane, a Mediterranean restaurant just a minute away, and the Pitted Olive Cafe, offering delicious Turkish dishes. For transportation, the hotel is conveniently located near multiple public transit options, including King's Cross and St. Pancras International stations, offering direct connections to Heathrow Airport, London City Airport, and other major airports. Health and safety are a priority at Leigh House Hotel, and the property implements several measures to ensure guests feel secure during their stay. With a mix of excellent amenities, a prime location, and a warm atmosphere, Leigh House Hotel invites travelers to experience the best of London, from cultural sights like the National Gallery to relaxing moments at nearby parks and cafes. Whether you are here for business or leisure, the hotel offers a welcoming retreat for all visitors. Come and enjoy a comfortable, affordable stay in one of London’s most iconic neighborhoods.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Ideally located within walking distance to King's Cross and St. Pancras International stations
2. Just 6 minutes on foot to the British Museum and British Library
3. Bright, compact rooms with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs
4. Complimentary full English breakfast served in a colorful dining room
5. Convenient access to local shops, eateries, and London’s vibrant nightlife
6. Front desk and housekeeping services available for guest convenience
7. Close to major transportation links for easy access to London airports
8. No pets allowed, smoke-free property for a clean and comfortable stay
9. Well-connected with public transport, ideal for exploring London’s key sights
10. Surrounded by dining options including Mediterranean, Turkish, and Italian cuisine
9.6 Exceptional
Location rating
Top sights
The British Museum
11 min
The National Gallery14 min
St. Paul's Cathedral10 min
The British Library6 min
lastminute.com London Eye14 min
Nearest locations
Mine Mane
1 min
Sandwich Street Kitchen1 min
Pitted Olive Cafe Restaurant1 min
Nonos1 min
The King of Falafel1 min
GA KingsX - Bar & Kitchen4 min
Number Twelve4 min
Altonapoli Italian Restaurant Kings Cross5 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 14:00 |
| Check-out | 11:00 |
| Location rating | 9.6 |
| Nearest airport | London City Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 39 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Sat, Dec 07
Check-out: Sun, Dec 08
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Location
1 Leigh St, London WC1H 9EW, United Kingdom
Airports:
Heathrow Airport
Taxi: 53 min
Transit: 1 hr
London City Airport
Taxi: 39 min
Transit: 46 min
London Luton Airport
Transit: 45 min
Taxi: 1 hr 3 min
London Stansted Airport
Transit: 1 hr 5 min
Taxi: 1 hr 6 min
London Gatwick Airport
Transit: 1 hr 8 min
Taxi: 1 hr 34 min
London Southend Airport
Transit: 1 hr 16 min
Taxi: 1 hr 20 min
Transit:
Highbury & Islington
Taxi: 13 min
Walking: 45 min
Old Street
Taxi: 13 min
Walking: 44 min
St Pancras International
Walking: 11 min
Bond Street
Taxi: 14 min
Walking: 34 min
Tottenham Court Road
Taxi: 10 min
Walking: 22 min
Nearby locations
9.6
Exceptional Location
Saint Pancras
Busy area with major rail hub St. Pancras International, plus exhibitions at the British Library.
Top Attractions
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Amenities and Facilities
Services
Front desk
Housekeeping
Pets
No pets
Accessibility
Not accessible
Policies & payments
Smoke-free property
Credit cards
Debit cards
Cash
Food & drink
No breakfast
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
No air conditioning
Reviews
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7.0
73 reviews
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9
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12
Wouter van Kastel
2/5
A cheap hotel by London standards. And you notice that... There is a dirty, thick carpet on the stairs leading up. The same carpet is also in the room, but it is cleaner. If you have hay fever (suffer from dust), you are guaranteed to have burning eyes.We had a view of a wall and sat above the chimney of the kitchen of a neighbor's restaurant (depends on where your room is). A sagging mattress, wobbly tile in the bathroom, shower door that doesn't close, and a few more flaws.If a fire breaks out, there are enough fire extinguishers, but if you are at the top, you will first have to go down a number of stairs to use an emergency exit. 1 flight of stairs further and you are downstairs.You don't pay relatively much for this room and there is a reason for that.Also very annoying is that they make a copy of your passport.The location of the hotel is great and the people who work there are friendly.
Elodie Fontaine
5/5
Very good value for money hotelIt is very well located (restaurant, store, train station...)QuietGood beddingIt does the job if you only come home to sleep.We were very satisfied
Dolores Fernández
5/5
The rooms are small but cozy. 24hr reception is a plus. The staff is kind. The location is great. They leave clean towels, coffee and tea in the rooms everyday. The price was ok. If you're going for a few days it's mega.
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Raquel Gallego
4/5
The location and service were excellent, very friendly, decisive, they helped us with everything we needed and took care of our suitcases after check-out. The neighborhood is quiet, the views from the room were very pleasant and there were metro and bus stops nearby so you could get around comfortably. In addition, the British Museum and King's Cross station are nearby, within walking distance. The sheets were clean and the mattress was comfortable, the shower had hot water, the wifi was fast and we had a kettle, cups and coffee/tea in the room. The reception is manned 24 hours a day.Could be improved: the cleanliness of the carpet gives a very bad impression, especially on the stairs.To note about the rooms: we could hear the guest in the next room snoring at night. The rooms are quite small, but for two people it was acceptable.
virginie Bonzon
1/5
To flee! If you want to have a sleepless night, this is "the place to be!" Bedroom in the basement. The window overlooks the kitchen of a restaurant where the staff sits on the stairs to smoke, talk and turn up the music loudly!
Seif Allah Elmesloul Nasri
1/5
The worst hotel I have ever seen. Just stayed 10 min, couldn't stay more. The room was smelling so bad. The room pictures are different from the reality. They are scamers in all senses. I do not recommend it for human stay.
Room 1
Service 1
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Abi F
1/5
I regularly stay in London hotels for work so have a very good sense of what you can get for your money. …
Qicong Luo
2/5
Location is very good. However, the bed in the room is not clear and tidy. There are also many small flying insects at night…bathroom is very dry small and inconvenient. In sum, it’s not a good living experience for visitors.
Room 2
Service 3
Location5
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David S
2/5
The hotel is close to Kings Cross, so a fantastic location . However the front door to the hotel is very run down and not at all inviting. The interior upon entering does not delight. …
N. C.
5/5
Had a great stay! Room was clean and the staff super friendly! They even helped me with the luggage. Location is great!
Room 4
Service 5
Location5
Ochonu Ifere
5/5
Centrally located. Staff especially Efty were personable and very professional and helpful
Room 4
Service 5
Location5
Pascal Havelange
1/5
Tiny and decrepit room. No shelf in the wardrobe, broken curtain, cracked walls.Clean bed though... Phew
Peter Francis
1/5
Do not use this hotel — they gave me a room next to a pigeon nest with noise all night so I couldn’t sleep. The night staff then said I could claim a refund - however they later refused to pay it out.
Room 1
Service 1
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Cressida
1/5
Stayed for one night, but barely slept as the mattress was rock hard. The ground-floor room I stayed in had a ‘mini’ courtyard where ‘nesting pigeons’ reside, so my sleep was also disturbed by the noise. …
patricia huerga
4/5
As a hotel itself, it leaves something to be desired because in relation to quality and price, it is somewhat expensive for the little service they offer. It is true that the rooms are not bad, but they do not have a refrigerator, safe or air pump heating. It is a radiator like central heating, where they regulate the temperature and sometimes a little more heat wouldn't hurt! The floor is covered like a very warm carpet, and that is appreciated, but the walls are very thin 😅 the location is great, one of the best. You can walk to millions of places, but you also have Kings Cross station about 500 meters away and Russell Square station, the same, that has the advantage of having a Tesco in front, ideal as an express "supermarket".
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Ashley S
1/5
Rock hard bed and hence not a decent night was had. Even worse we were coaxed out of our relatively spacious room with double slab into a basement dungeon 3/4 slab on the promise of a softer slab. …
David Barnes
4/5
It is what it is. The room was fine, the bed was comfortable. It had "normal" light switches and lighting so it was easy to turn things on and off. Check in and out was unbelievably fast. It's a place to sleep, no frills or fuss.
Room 4
Service 4
Location4
David Palmer
4/5
Pleasant but limited facilities. Clean room etc.
Room 4
Service 4
Location4
Rebecca Hollington
2/5
Probably one of the worst hotels I've stayed in for a fairly long time. The hotel lobby has a weird, musty smell, and there is no lift to the other floors. My room was on the ground floor and facing out onto the street, so very noisy and not feeling the most secure. The rooms are small and very basic. The bathroom needs a refurb with bits of black silicone and missing bits if grout on the floor tiles, which meant you could feel them move under foot.There is no breakfast served but you can see the old times on the sign on the back of the door that had been covered by thin brown tape. Which matched the thin toilet paper.The only redeeming factor is that it is clean and the staff are friendly. I know it is a cheaper option in London but honestly there really is no reason for it to be so poor quality. Other European capitals seem to do a much better job!
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Melanie M
2/5
Small room given at first with a mattress which felt like concrete and was impossible to sleep upon. …