James Lighthill House

7.8
Very Good
(35 reviews)

3 Penton Rise, London WC1X 9EH, United Kingdom

Hotel Description

James Lighthill House, located at 3 Penton Rise, London WC1X 9EH, United Kingdom, is a modern and stylish hotel that offers guests a prime location in one of London's most vibrant and trendy neighborhoods. Situated in an area known for its creative restaurants, gastropubs, indie boutiques, and cozy cafes, James Lighthill House provides the perfect base for both leisure and business travelers. The hotel is just a 7-minute drive from the renowned British Museum, offering easy access to London's cultural gems. Nearby, Exmouth Market invites visitors to explore its charming street food stalls, artisanal shops, and local eateries. The hotel’s proximity to public transit—only a 10-minute walk to the nearest station—ensures seamless connectivity to key London landmarks, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking to explore the city.
The rooms at James Lighthill House are designed to offer maximum comfort and relaxation. Each room is elegantly furnished with modern amenities, ensuring a tranquil stay. Guests will find plush bedding, stylish decor, and well-appointed furnishings in every room, making it an ideal retreat after a day of sightseeing. Rooms are equipped with high-speed internet, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee-making facilities, adding to the convenience and comfort of your stay.
The hotel also offers a variety of services and amenities designed to enhance guests' experiences, including a 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi throughout the property, and concierge services to help plan excursions. Whether you're in town for business or leisure, James Lighthill House ensures that you have all the comforts of home during your stay.
Transportation is made easy with access to public transit options like the nearby King's Cross St. Pancras station. The hotel is well connected to major airports, with Heathrow Airport only a 55-minute taxi ride away. For those flying from other airports, such as London City, Luton, or Stansted, convenient transit options are available.
Health and safety are top priorities at James Lighthill House, with strict hygiene protocols in place to ensure guests' well-being. Guests can rest assured that the hotel is committed to providing a safe and comfortable environment during their stay.
Guests can enjoy a wide range of exciting activities near the hotel, including visiting cultural landmarks like the British Museum, St. Paul's Cathedral, and The National Gallery. Whether you're interested in exploring art, history, or the vibrant local scene, there's something for everyone.
Nearby restaurants offer a variety of cuisines, from the authentic Vietnamese dishes at Sen Viet, just 1 minute away, to Turkish delights at Liman Restaurant, a 3-minute taxi ride. Dim Sum Duck and Mediterraneo King’s Cross provide further dining options within a few minutes' reach, offering delicious meals in charming settings.
In conclusion, James Lighthill House invites you to experience a blend of modern comfort, excellent service, and an unbeatable location in the heart of London. Whether you're here to explore the city or relax and unwind, this hotel offers the perfect blend of convenience and luxury.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Located in the vibrant Exmouth Market area

2. Only 7 minutes by taxi to the British Museum

3. 10-minute walk to the nearest public transit station

4. Stylishly furnished rooms with modern amenities

5. Free Wi-Fi available throughout the property

6. 24-hour reception and concierge services

7. Close proximity to King's Cross St. Pancras station

8. Convenient access to major London airports

9. Health and safety protocols in place for guest well-being

10. Nearby dining options offering diverse cuisines


8.2 Excellent

Location rating

Top sights

The British Museum
7 min
St. Paul's Cathedral
10 min
The National Gallery
17 min
The British Library
7 min
lastminute.com London Eye
17 min

Nearest locations

Sen Viet
1 min
Liman Restaurant
3 min
Dim Sum Duck
3 min
Mediterraneo King’s Cross
3 min
Altonapoli Italian Restaurant Kings Cross
3 min
Mildreds Kings Cross
3 min
Mangia Bene
4 min
Honest Burgers King's Cross
5 min
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Good to know

Location rating8.2
Nearest airportLondon City Airport
Travel time to airport38 min

Location

3 Penton Rise, London WC1X 9EH, United Kingdom

Airports:

Heathrow Airport

Taxi: 55 min

Transit: 1 hr 5 min

London City Airport

Taxi: 38 min

Transit: 46 min

London Luton Airport

Transit: 52 min

Taxi: 1 hr 4 min

London Stansted Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 3 min

Transit: 1 hr 5 min

London Gatwick Airport

Transit: 1 hr 16 min

Taxi: 1 hr 35 min

London Southend Airport

Transit: 1 hr 18 min

Taxi: 1 hr 19 min

Transit:

King's Cross St. Pancras

Walking: 10 min

Highbury & Islington

Taxi: 9 min

Walking: 31 min

Old Street

Taxi: 10 min

Walking: 32 min

Bond Street

Taxi: 15 min

Walking: 49 min

Tottenham Court Road

Taxi: 13 min

Walking: 36 min


Nearby locations

8.2

Excellent Location

Clerkenwell

Trendy area with creative restaurants & gastropubs, plus indie boutiques & cafes at Exmouth Market.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Reviews

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Adnan Ahmed

4/5
Stayed here for 2 work trip.Arrived after 10pm and found it difficult to get into reception. Once in, no one was at reception, called the number and was told they would be down in few minutes. Waited over 20 minutes before I was checked in and able to go to the room.Rooms are student accommodation standard, basic bed and desk area.Bathroom was small but functional. My shower was leaking, once I reported, I was moved to another room.Great location with lots of food and transportation amenities close by.Room and bed was comfortable, would stay again.

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Andy Higgins

2/5
Rooms are quite dirty.Hairs in sinkCarpets heavily stainedSecurity showing you to wrong place, and sending you into an already occupied room.

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Tao Zhao

5/5
staff were very helpful and cooperative when i was moving, good location too

Room 4

Service 5

Location5

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Karrar Hashim

5/5
I have been staying at James Lighthill House for two years now and I want to thank the reception staff and specifically (Raja). He is incredibly friendly, helpful, and warm person. Thank you so much Raja for all your time and assistance. You made our living experience amazing. Also the housekeeping staff are lovely.🤗

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

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Eugene Lam

4/5
Rooms are okay, a 7-8minute walk to Kings cross underground is okay. The location is okay

Room 5

Service 3

Location4

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yuntian “yt” zhong

4/5
Room is generally in good condition. A small con here is lack of RJ45 cable access in room, so purely wi-fi could be a bit shaky from time to time. Also the push for water shower is anti-human. Can you imagine pushing for another 30 seconds of hot water during entire shower... But the 24 hr reception and gate keeper are all helpful and provide a safe environment.The spring roll in the mattress is probably trying to stab me, but I am a heavy sleeper so I'll go easy on this issue.

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Linda Chojnacka

5/5
I love Isaac and Jesus the two security guys❤️ (G2 flat)

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Ashley Rutter

5/5
Pretty awesome, helpful staff

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Ohmega e-Juice

3/5
Staff are excellent

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Richard Lukos

5/5
Very nice, clean and Covid-19 secure student accommodation.