The Standard Hotel, London

10 Argyle Street, Camden, London, WC1H 8EG, United Kingdom (show on map)

Expert reviews

New York Times review:

“A monumental renovation, right across Euston Road, is now home to Europe’s first Standard Hotel. It took years and many millions to turn this Brutalist former municipal structure into the luxury hotel that opened last summer.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in King’s Cross, London.

CN Traveler review:

“Standards are renowned for their always-on-the-verge-of-a-party vibe, and by locating the London outpost in a unique building in a rapidly regenerating part of the city, they’ve established, yet again, their signature edgy tone. The building was once part of Camden Town Hall—so both the interiors and the conversations used to be much more subdued.”

Featured on CN Traveler’s Hot List in 2020.

Guest rating

This an aggregated customer review rating of The Standard Hotel, London. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a customer review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0

4.5 out of 5.0

Ranked 27th in London

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What guests liked

All you need to know

The Standard Hotel is located in the middle of King Cross, above Euston Road and on the same street as the famous St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel. Nearby there is the famous British Library, Welcome Collection museum, few bars, and a 10-minute walk to Central Saint Martin. The neighborhood is fairly crowded and brimming with traffic generally.

The hotel has a distinctive exterior with the glass extension and it is easily recognizable from afar. The entire style is based on the 70s with radiant tiles, plants, and eccentric lighting. There are facilities like lifts and adapted rooms for the disabled.

The Standard Hotel has about 266 rooms, all these rooms are very aesthetic and Instagram worthy. The entire set up reflects the 70s vibe in away. These rooms have natural light, comfy seating, air-conditioning, free WiFi, fully-stocked mini-fridge, and also a minibar. The bathroom style ranges just like the rooms, a few have tubs however every one of them has showers.

The hotel offers no spa since it claims to be more party than pamper. But you are facilitated with 24hours security, gym, laundry service, and 24hrs room service. It is an ideal venue to host gigs and throw some extraordinary parties.

The staff is friendly and cooperative but the hotel is not merely for children friendly, because of its atmosphere and care-free environment.

Location

Recent guest reviews

5.0
Jacqueline

11 January 2024

Hotel is in an excellent location with a fabulous bar and restaurant on the top floor.

Location is perfect. Cocktail bar & public areas are lovely.

Rooms are on the small side but fine for our type of trip. The restaurant was booked out for a private function which was disappointing.

4.5
Nancy

10 January 2024

Fabulous

Location, comfort, cleanliness, quirkiness

Music in the Library Bar in the evening was far too loud

5.0
Jayne

9 January 2024

I will 100% be back. My favourite hotel and location for work and family London trips

Location fantastic for train and tube Service was brilliant. Surpassed all expectations, whilst being really modern and down to earth Pillows and bed were beyond comfy.

Sandwich in bar cafe area was mediocre, but everything else was brilliant

5.0
Huafeng

7 January 2024

Exceptional

闭眼定,非常棒。交通无敌,设施新,正对文艺复兴酒店,view很好. As a Londoner, I recently had the pleasure of staying at this hotel, conveniently located for my next-day wedding at Camden Council. The hotel's location was excellent, and I was impressed by the cleanliness and style of the room. What truly set this hotel apart was the staff's outstanding service. Everyone was exceptionally friendly and helpful, ensuring that my stay was as comfortable and stress-free as possible. A special mention must be made of Brayan, who went above and beyond by kindly offering us a complimentary room upgrade as a congratulation on our wedding. This generous gesture added an extra layer of joy and luxury to our special occasion.

5.0
Mercy

7 January 2024

King's Cross Hidden Luxury Hotel

Located at King's Cross, this hotel is the perfect little luxury. Right next Harry Potter 9 3/4 train station stop. The staff is amazing and super helpful with any requests and questions. Check in and out was smooth. We didn't get to try the restaurants but their two upstairs bars were great. LOVE the concierge service as well. Rooms were spacious and quiet, even though we faced the underground and a noisy street. Would def recommend.

The downstairs restaurant has a very limited menu. Was not impressed.

4.5
James

6 January 2024

Fabulous pre Christmas getaway

The room. The bars . Just fabulous. The upgraded room.

5.0
Harry

2 January 2024

Excellent location with super comfy beds

Quite honestly, one of the best hotels. The location couldn’t be better and the staff are falling over themselves to help you from the moment you get there. The room type we had was actually incredible, if you get an opportunity to stay in the Kings of Kings, go for it. Such a unique hotel and they have thought of everything. We will definitely be back.

We really tried to think of something, but there is nothing we would have changed!

5.0
Emily

2 January 2024

Trendy luxury stay

Location! Restaurants and bar options! So much to do and see. The room was so large and comfortable.

X

5.0
Sharon

2 January 2024

Exceptional

as expected

5.0
Robert

30 December 2023

Really cool hotel on perfect location

Location and hotel style

5.0
Annabel

30 December 2023

Would stay again. Amazing experience

Quirkiness and cleanliness , chill vibes

The lights were a little confusing / didn’t work sometimes

4.5
Diane

27 December 2023

Good overall

The location was good with great view of St Pancras station. Peaceful and comfortable room.

Was disappointed by dinner in Isla. It was cold when served and had to be replaced. Portions were small considering the price and no sides included. Service was very good though.

5.0
Anna

25 December 2023

Excellent hotel, excelelnt staff, excellent coffee!

The best hotel I have ever stayed in. Everything was excellent! The room was exceptional: modern, beatiful and comfortable. Bathroom was excellent, it had both a bathtub and a sepearate shower. Bathtub was a must for me on my trip and it indeed exceeded my expectatioons. 2 large mirrors with lights in the bathroom, 1 large well lit mirror in the area between the room and bathroom (at back of the WC door). Large comfroatble bed with 4 fluffy pillows. Room window can be opened if needed. TV with local channels as well as caste from device option which was appreciated. Staff were great, very friendly and very accomodating! Thanks to Amarachi! Breakfast was great! Coffee was exceptional! Thanka to Nicos!

I wish it wasn't so expensive

4.5
Bianca

21 December 2023

Fabulous

The Standard was the last of many hotels I stayed in this year – and probably the one I enjoyed most. The rooms a beautifully designed, the bed was very comfortable and the staff extraordinary. I especially liked the complementary premium coffee and Hario equipment in the room.

Whilst the breakfast was exquisite, the dinner options in the ground floor restaurant could have been a little more elevated.

4.5
Rebekah

20 December 2023

The kind of hotel you could live in full time.

Cool vibe. All the things you need and amazing staff who were friendly and knew their stuff. The room was brilliant and we loved the retro vibe. Breakfast in bed was a real treat and the vegan doughnuts and espresso sorbet at their Isla restaurant were delicious.

5.0
Jason

18 December 2023

Fantastic, unique and very very cool!

Fantastic, unique and very very cool! A great vibe the moment you stepped through the doors and the staff we're absolute stars, they couldn't do enough for you, so friendly and professional. We've stayed at some of the best hotels in London (Sea Containers, ME, The Curtain) and this tops them all for pure enjoyment.

4.0
Alexandra

18 December 2023

Small room but great hotel overall

Fantastic location for Camden and Covent Garden. Staff were some of the loveliest I've experienced in a hotel. Great breakfast and common areas

Room was smaller than others in London, especially for 5*. Shower was tiny!

5.0
T

15 December 2023

Enjoyed it & will b back

Staff all very helpful, went the extra mile at all times, room always very clean, i will certainly be back a great location to explore London

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4.5
Emma

10 December 2023

Pricey but very stylish and in a great location!

An iconic building. Great design - very stylish. Room was really comfortable and enjoyed great views over King’s Cross. Staff were super friendly and helpful.

I felt like for the price that at the very least bottled water could have been provided in the room.

4.5
Aurora

9 December 2023

Fabulous

Very comfortable beds. Spacious and well appointed room.

Complimentary water would be expected, as opposed to having to pay £3.50 from the minibar. Baby cot a little too small for a 1 year old.

4.5
Michael

30 November 2023

Great Kings Cross stay with lots of fun options.

Great location and great food options within the hotel. Mexican restaurant on the roof was outstanding. Enjoyed walking across the street to access train station. Great option when arriving in London on the Eurostar.

Gym is pathetic.

4.0
Cristina

29 November 2023

The suggestions of the concierge for dinner TOP!

did not have breakfast

nothing

4.5
Lisa

26 November 2023

Great hotel in a handy location best hotel staff ever !!

Location was great & staff were fabulous

Would have preferred a window in the room

4.5
Michael

26 November 2023

Great room

Lovely, well equipped room. The bar and restaurant areas are worth a visit. Ideal location for a stay before getting the Eurostar.

5.0
Marta

21 November 2023

This is paradise: no snobbery + the highest quality

the service was just stunning helpful, cool and laid back, open to every ask. Design was perfect The atmosphere … unique because not snobbish!

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Restaurant
  • - Bar
  • - Breakfast in the room
  • - Snack bar
  • - Special diet menus (on request)
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
  • - Fruits (additional charge)
  • - Coffee house on site

General

  • - Room service
  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Family rooms
  • - Lift
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Soundproof rooms
  • - Heating
  • - Allergy-free room
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Air conditioning
  • - Designated smoking area
  • - Shuttle service (additional charge)

Business facilities

  • - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)

Reception services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Express check-in/check-out
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Concierge service
  • - Private check-in/check-out
  • - Invoice provided

Activities

  • - Fitness centre
  • - Nightclub/DJ
  • - Fitness
  • - Walking tours (additional charge)
  • - Bike tours (additional charge)
  • - Happy hour (additional charge)
  • - Tour or class about local culture (additional charge)
  • - Live music/performance
  • - Live sport events (broadcast)
  • - Bicycle rental (additional charge)

Outdoors

  • - Garden
  • - Terrace
  • - Sun terrace
  • - Outdoor furniture

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry (additional charge)
  • - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • - Daily housekeeping

Parking

  • - Parking garage

Accessibility

  • - Wheelchair accessible
  • - Emergency cord in bathroom

Miscellaneous

  • - 24-hour security
  • - Key access
  • - Key card access
  • - Security alarm
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - CCTV outside property
  • - Fire extinguishers
  • - Breakfast takeaway containers
  • - Delivered food is securely covered
  • - Access to health care professionals
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