The Goodenough Hotel London

$$$$||View on mapLondon, United Kingdom23 Mecklenburgh Square, London, United Kingdom, WC1N 2AD|
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The Goodenough Hotel London
23 Mecklenburgh Square, London, United Kingdom, WC1N 2AD·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.1Great
Location8.9
Staff8.9
Comfort8.7
Cleanliness8.6
Free WiFi8.5
Who stays here
Couples36%
Solo27%
Families23%
Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.1Great
Location8.9
Staff8.9
Comfort8.7
Cleanliness8.6
Free WiFi8.5
Who stays here
Couples36%
Solo27%
Families23%
Groups9%

Boutique hotel in Bloomsbury with college connections and a Hogwarts-style dining hall

Rooms & Property

The Goodenough Hotel London is set across five historic Georgian townhouses in Bloomsbury, offering spacious rooms with garden-square views. Each room features Molton Brown toiletries and a mini fridge. Guests have access to Goodenough College library and its private garden square.

Dining & Bar

Breakfast is served in the Great Hall of Goodenough College, a Hogwarts-style dining room with traditional English and continental options. The hotel's honesty bar provides self-service snacks and drinks 24/7. A coffee house on site and a picnic area with outdoor furniture are also available.

Location & Attractions

The Goodenough Hotel sits in Bloomsbury, a 10-minute walk from King's Cross and St Pancras stations. The British Museum is a 5-minute walk, and Russell Square's gardens are adjacent. London's West End theatres and Covent Garden are within a 20-minute stroll.

Family & Children

The hotel offers a children's playground in the garden square and board games for indoor play. Family rooms with extra space and a kid-friendly buffet at breakfast are available. Daily housekeeping provides cribs and high chairs on request.

Unique Offerings

As a not-for-profit hotel, 100% of profits go to Goodenough College, supporting postgraduate scholars from low-income backgrounds. Guests can use college facilities, including the library and chapel. Complimentary guided walks of Bloomsbury's literary landmarks are offered weekly.

  • Location: Bloomsbury, 10-min walk to King's Cross
  • Rooms: Five Georgian townhouses, garden-facing suites
  • Dining: Great Hall breakfast, honesty bar, college refectory
  • Family: Children's playground, board games, family rooms
  • Unique: Not-for-profit profits fund Goodenough College scholars
  • Ideal for: Cultural travelers, families, academic visitors
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
from 04:00-11:00
Amenities
No parking available.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP12 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.  There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Arabic, Bulgarian, Hindi, Lithuanian, Latvian
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:65
Former name
Goodenough Club
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Rooms and availability

Small Double Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed1 Single bed1 Double bed
Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Coffee shop

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Goodenough Hotel London

💵 Lowest room price 101 £
📏 Distance to centre 2.2 km
✈️ Distance to airport 14.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport London City, LCY

Location

23 Mecklenburgh Square, London, United Kingdom, WC1N 2AD
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23 Mecklenburgh Square, London, United Kingdom, WC1N 2AD
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23 Mecklenburgh Square, London, United Kingdom, WC1N 2AD
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Reviews of The Goodenough Hotel London

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FAQ about The Goodenough Hotel London

Which popular attractions are located near the The Goodenough Hotel London hotel?
The public Trafalgar Square, set 2.5 km from the The Goodenough Hotel London hotel, as well as Buckingham Palace placed 3.6 km away are well worth visiting.
Which landmarks are closest to The Goodenough Hotel London hotel?
Guests of The Goodenough Hotel London hotel can visit The Foundling Museum (within 5 minutes' walk of the accommodation), or The Postal Museum placed 7 minutes' walk away.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Unfortunately, the hotel does not have on-site dining options, but there is a variety of restaurants just outside the property - visit the highly rated restaurant Euro Tandoori-8/10 according to reviews-or Aux Pains de Papy, which is popular for its French dishes and is placed merely 150 metres away.
Can I eat breakfast at The Goodenough Hotel London?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of The Goodenough Hotel London.
What is check-in and check-out time at the 4-star The Goodenough Hotel London?
Guests of the 4-star The Goodenough Hotel London can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 05:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the 4-star The Goodenough Hotel London hotel?
Payment methods in the 4-star The Goodenough Hotel London hotel include:
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  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
What kinds of rooms does this charming hotel offer?
This charming hotel offers such room types as Signature King Suite, Superior King Room, and Family Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 4-star The Goodenough Hotel London hotel?
Some suites at the 4-star The Goodenough Hotel London hotel boast a high ceiling, a sofa and a work desk as well as private bathrooms which include hair dryers and guest toiletries.
Does the staff at the 4-star The Goodenough Hotel London hotel speak any foreign languages?
The staff of the 4-star The Goodenough Hotel London hotel will assist you in German, Spanish, English, Italian, and Portuguese.
Which facilities are provided in the 4-star The Goodenough Hotel London hotel?
Top locations of the 4-star The Goodenough Hotel London hotel include a restaurant and a storage room, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service.
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