The hype
Travelers tolerate the grime for the location, but almost everyone complains about the size and noise.
Apollo Hotel Kings Cross
$90-180/ nacht
Boek dit als You need a crash pad within crawling distance of the Eurostar and plan to spend exactly zero waking hours in your room.
Waarom mensen ervan houden
- Two-minute walk to St Pancras International
- Free continental breakfast (rare for this price point)
- 24-hour front desk for late train arrivals
Snel Overzicht: A grim but functional transit dormitory that trades hygiene and silence for an unbeatable location.
Beoordeeld door @latoya_3.0: I stayed here to save cash while exploring London and was honestly relieved. The room is tiny—literally just for sleeping—but the bathroom is surprisingly modern and clean. If you just need a safe, tidy crash pad near Kings Cross, this is the one.
Gast die hier verbleef zei
Reality check
The 'en-suite' bathroom might be a glass pod in the room or a cupboard down the hall—check your booking details carefully.
- You have an early Eurostar train to catch
- You are a heavy sleeper with earplugs
- You view a hotel room solely as a locker for your body
Schoonmaak & Onderhoud
3.5
- Housekeeping: Hit or miss daily service. Often just a quick tidy rather than a deep clean.
- Bathroom hygiene: Major weak point. Reports of moldy grout, 'scummy' showers, and cloudy water.
- Maintenance: Tired. Peeling paint, broken furniture, and worn carpets are common sights.
- Linens & towels: Frequently reported as stained or worn. Check your sheets immediately upon arrival.
- Odors & scents: Can smell musty or damp, especially in lower-floor rooms.
Sleepability™
4GEMATIGD
0-4LUID
4-7.5GEMATIGD
7.5-10STIL
- Tube trains vibrating the building
- Creaking floorboards from guests above
- Street noise in basement/ground floor rooms
Voordat je boekt
Goed om te weten
- No elevator—be ready to carry bags up narrow stairs
- Breakfast is included but basic (toast, cereal, boiled eggs)
- Wi-Fi is generally reliable and free
Wat je mee moet nemen
- Flip-flops for the shower (hygiene precaution)
- High-quality earplugs or noise-canceling headphones
- A portable fan (rooms get stuffy, no AC)
Kamer Genie
Beste keuzes
- Top floor rear-facing rooms (less street noise, though a hike up stairs)
- Standard Double (avoid 'Small Double' unless you are solo)
Kamers om te vermijden
- Basement rooms (often damp, noisy, security risk)
- Ground floor rooms near reception (constant foot traffic noise)
Kamer Aanvraag Genie – kopiëren en plakken
“I am traveling with light luggage and would prefer a room on a higher floor, facing the back of the building, to minimize street and reception noise. Please avoid assigning a basement room.”
Veelgestelde vragen & Verborgen tips
Alles wat je eigenlijk wilt weten voordat je boekt.
Is there an elevator?
No. The hotel has narrow, steep stairs and no lift. Not suitable for mobility issues.
Is breakfast actually free?
Yes, a continental buffet is included. Expect toast, cereal, yogurt, and boiled eggs—fuel, not a feast.
Can I leave my bags before check-in?
Yes, they usually allow luggage drop-off, but space is limited. Have a backup plan like Stasher nearby.
Do all rooms have bathrooms?
No. Some budget rooms have shared bathrooms. Verify your specific room type says 'Private Bathroom' if this matters.
Is there air conditioning?
No. Rooms have heating (often too hot), but cooling is limited to opening a window.
How close is the train station?
Incredibly close. You can walk to Kings Cross / St Pancras in under 3 minutes.
Tips van Insiders
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The 'Quad' rooms are just double rooms with extra beds crammed in—claustrophobic for 4 adults.
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Heating is often centrally controlled and stuck on 'sauna'—open the window immediately upon arrival.
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If you arrive early, the 'early check-in' fee is often negotiable or waived if the room is ready, but don't count on it.
5 dingen die je moet weten voordat je gaat
💡The shower cubicles are often incredibly narrow—struggle-to-turn-around narrow.
💡Carpet cleanliness is questionable; wear socks or slippers at all times.
💡There is no common lounge area; the lobby is just a hallway.
💡The 'view' is likely a brick wall or the street level pavement.
💡Water pressure can be a trickle on the top floors.
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