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6.8

5,811 reviews

Arriva Hotel

Arriva Hotel

55 Swinton Street, London, WC1X 9NT, United Kingdom

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Free wifi

Tour desk

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Arriva Hotel

Welcome to Arriva Hotel, your cozy London retreat just 2.3 kilometers from the city center! Nestled on Swinton Street, with prices starting from just $232, this delightful 2-star hotel offers a perfect blend of comfort and affordability for adventurous travelers. Whether you’re planning to explore the iconic sights of the city or simply need a place to recharge after a day of wandering, Arriva Hotel is an excellent choice!

With over 6,000 glowing reviews, guests rave about the complimentary Wifi that keeps you connected and a tour desk to help you plan your next escapade! With a friendly, 24-hour front desk at your service, every question is met with a smile. Relax in non-smoking rooms that feature free toiletries and take a leisurely stroll through the charming garden area after a busy day of sightseeing. Plus, with upper floors accessible by elevator, it’s easy to unwind after a day of exploring!

Located in the heart of London, you’re just a hop, skip, and jump away from the city’s vibrant attractions. Discover the bustling streets, indulge in local cuisine, or visit iconic landmarks—all at your fingertips. At Arriva Hotel, comfort meets convenience, ensuring you have a memorable stay as you experience the magic of London.

At Arriva Hotel, your adventure doesn’t have to end at dusk! After a bustling day of exploring the vibrant streets of London, you can retreat to your cozy haven. The hotel offers a variety of room types to match your needs—whether you’re a solo traveler in a snug Single Room or a family embarking on an exciting getaway in a spacious Quadruple Room. The rooms are designed for optimal comfort, ensuring that you'll sleep well and wake up refreshed, ready to tackle another day of adventure!

When you wake up at Arriva Hotel, you'll be greeted by the aroma of local delicacies ready to kickstart your day! While the hotel doesn’t provide on-site dining, the surrounding area is teeming with delightful cafés and eateries that promise to satiate your cravings. Treat yourself to a traditional English breakfast or grab a quick bite before heading out to explore iconic landmarks like the British Museum or the lively Covent Garden. With an array of options just a stone's throw away, every meal can be a delightful culinary experience!

Feeling a bit tired after a day of sightseeing? Take a leisurely stroll in the charming garden area right outside the hotel. It’s the perfect place to unwind with a book or share stories of your day’s adventures with fellow travelers. Or why not stop by the hotel’s tour desk for insider tips and recommendations tailored to your interests? The friendly staff is eager to help ensure your stay at Arriva Hotel is filled with laughter, exploration, and, most importantly, unforgettable memories!

Closest airports

London City Airport

7.6mi

London Heathrow Airport

15.1mi

London Gatwick Airport

25.9mi

Luton Airport

26.2mi

London Stansted Airport

28.9mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Tour desk

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

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Quadruple Room

1 Double Bed

185 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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A flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities and a hairdryer are provided in each compact room. All rooms are simply decorated with modern wooden furniture and feature an private bathroom.

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Standard Room

1 Double Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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A flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities and a hairdryer are provided in each compact room. All rooms are simply decorated with modern wooden furniture and feature an private bathroom.

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

140 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Two Beds

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Single Room

1 Twin Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Double, Triple

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

110 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Three Beds

Double Room, Panoramic View

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Guest reviews

6.8

5,811 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

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Featured reviews:

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Daniel

8.2

October 2024

The room was clean and the beds were comfortable and fairly new. Location near Kings Cross was good, a few decent pubs and breakfast joints nearby. Easy connections to underground and trains. Given the current cost of hotels in London, this place provides good value for money.

The bathroom was very basic, and you had to turn on the lights outside (causing the whole room to light up if you had to go during the night...). No power outlets by the beds making it hard to charge your phones. There should be a night stand by each of the beds.

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Emma

8.2

July 2024

I walked in not expecting much for the price that I paid. As soon as I walked into my room my jaw dropped at how clean and tidy everything was. The bathroom was very clean and extra towels were left out for us. The bedsheets were fresh and the bed was very comfy.

There’s nothing I didn’t exactly “not like”. Just would’ve preferred more pillows as the ones we had were very flat. Other than that everything was amazing.

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Carolin

8.2

April 2024

Great location, nice single rooms with all ammenities for a good price

Very thin walls, you'll hear everything being said and done in the neighbouring rooms

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Chris

8.2

August 2023

Good location for St Pancras International station. Staff on the front desk pleasant and very helpfull .Good shower in the room.Generally surprisingly quite, especially at night. We slept with the window open as it was hot and humid.

Some other, young guests ,a little noisy when coming in at night. We wore earplugs after the 1st nights disturbance.

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Lexxi

9.1

February 2025

Good sized rooms compared with similar in the area. Backed away from the main streets, but still very accessible to stations/supermarkets/food within a 10min walk radius. Facilities were fairly basic but all worked. WiFi was good. Tv worked. Chargers worked. Easy to find. Nice temperature to the rooms (heating on most of the time, despite it being cold outside, but the windows were draughty. Just tucked the curtains into the sills). Basement room still had a window. Very good value for money with no additional costs for things. Basic, but comfortable for an overnight or two.

Only 1 pillow each, would need to ask for more if sharing a room. Draughty sash window that also wasn't locked when I arrived (so check to save someone entering from outside!!). Layout of room was a bit strange, bed against 2 walls in the corner despite there clearly being a wooden headboard, made me think some carpet was being hidden! Some features and fittings were dated, worse for wear, but still clean. Would benefit from renovation, but would then expect a higher price to reflect that. But have no complaints for price point - just to manage expectations if people are expecting too much for a budget price!

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Yasmine

10

October 2024

I am giving 10/10 because for a 2-star hotel, it has everything you need. What you paid for, you got it. Room is renovated comparing to the pictures presented here, and quite all of the furniture is from Ikea, so it is ‘globally’ known type of a comfort. It is not small, compared to other single rooms in London (been in 3 hotels before). It is clean, they make up rooms on a daily basis. Staff was very friendly. I would definitely use this hotel again, as it is a good value. My room was on the ground floor, looking at the street. It is not busy by night, although near a main train station, it is a quiet street, the rush hours start at around 7am. The only thing to mention are a little thin walls, but nothing strange for an old building.

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Michael

9.1

January 2025

Great little hotel - I've tried several around the area and was very surprised with how clean and comfortable this place was especially for the price I paid.

I asked for an iron and ironing board - The iron was new and worked great (I've used ones at other hotels that dripped rusty water on my dress shirt which is a nightmare), the ironing board was a tiny tabletop version with practically no padding. That wouldn't be too much of an issue if I had somewhere to actually set it up! In the end I had to sit it on the floor.. I suggest the hotel buy a couple of cheap fullsize ironing boards from Amazon for cheap - would be much better. Ask for some extra pillows - the ones provided were an inch thick :D

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N

8.2

February 2025

Needed a place to stay after trains were cancelled and it was fine - in particular it is a short walk from Kings Cross station. Rooms are reasonably sound-insulated from the road. The rooms are basic but reasonably clean, the bed is reasonably comfortable, and kettle for tea/coffee is provided. Staff are helpful and competent, including handling a booking a few minutes before arrival (not every hotel is good at this).

The room was very warm, and was quite warm even after turning off the radiator. On the other hand, you'll never be cold in this hotel in winter.

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Lisa

8.2

October 2024

There was no breakfast included with my booking. I stayed two nights, and had stayed here previously. The bed was very comfortable and the staff were friendly and professional. After checkout I had a few hours to kill before an evening flight and could leave my luggage there to pick up later. Room was okay size, but not much space for clothing. The bathroom was clean and functional. The shower didn’t have much pressure but was still okay. There is a lift to all floors, and I was on the top floor.I would be happy to stay here again.

Only the weak shower was a little disappointing, but this is often the case and wasn’t a problem.

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Lisa

8.2

March 2024

The room was a good size. I stayed on the second floor and there is a lift. The bed was very comfortable and the room was clean with space to hang clothes and a tv that worked fine. The WIFI was also very good. The room had a kettle with tea and coffee, and this was topped up by the housekeeping staff the next day. Bathroom was fine if a little cramped. The hotel is about 5-10 minutes walk from Kings Cross in a quiet area. The reception staff were very friendly and helpful. The night receptionist was kind enough to print out a ticket that I needed, and they were happy to look after my luggage for a few hours after I checked out. I was very happy with the service.

The hotel was pretty basic, but this was exactly what I expected - it had everything that I needed and for the price it was very good. The shower is not exactly powerful but it was functional and had hot water when I needed it. I can't complain about anything.

Points of Interest Around Arriva Hotel

Attractions

Sir John Soane's Museum

0.8mi

Novello Theatre

1.1mi

Duchess Theatre

1.1mi

Ambassadors Theatre

1.2mi

Lyceum Theatre

1.2mi

Queen's Theatre

1.3mi

Lyric Theatre London

1.4mi

Gabriel's Wharf

1.5mi

Her Majesty's Theatre

1.5mi

Primrose Hill

2mi

Bomber Command Memorial

2.2mi

Lambeth Palace

2.3mi

Lord's Cricket Ground

2.4mi

Ascot

25.4mi

Rochester

28.4mi

Amenities of Arriva Hotel

Free wifi

Tour desk

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Arriva Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

From

$232