Cosy 3 beds Family Friendly Central Kings Cross

Hotel Description

So I stumbled across this place on Argyle Street while hunting for somewhere my sister could stay with her kids during their London trip, and honestly? It turned out to be one of those happy accidents that makes you feel like you actually know what you’re doing when booking accommodation.

The thing about this spot – and I mean this in the best way – is that it doesn’t try to be fancy. It’s properly family-friendly without all the corporate polish that usually comes with that label. Three bedrooms that actually feel like bedrooms, not converted closets, which is honestly a miracle in central London. The kids had their own space (thank god), and there’s enough room to spread out without everyone stepping on each other’s suitcases. You know what really sold me though? The kitchen actually has proper counter space. I’ve stayed in so many London places where you can barely fit a kettle, but here you could actually make breakfast without playing Tetris with your groceries.

Location-wise, you’re right in the sweet spot between King’s Cross and Camden – close enough to both that you can walk, but far enough from the main tourist chaos that you’re not dealing with crowds of people taking selfies outside your front door at 7 AM. The Regent’s Canal is literally around the corner, which is perfect if you’ve got restless kids who need to burn off energy, and honestly, it’s one of those London walks that makes you forget you’re in a massive city. King’s Cross station is maybe eight minutes on foot (I timed it), so if you’re doing day trips or airport runs, you’re sorted. Camden Market’s the other direction – probably ten minutes if you’re walking with little ones who stop to examine every interesting crack in the pavement.

The building itself has that slightly worn-in feeling that I actually prefer to the sterile hotel experience. Don’t get me wrong, everything works and it’s clean, but it feels like a place people actually live rather than some showroom. The stairs are a bit creaky – fair warning if you’re planning midnight kitchen raids – but that’s sort of charming in its own way. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward, none of that endless form-filling you get at big hotels. Parking’s typical London nightmare territory, but honestly, you don’t need a car from here anyway.

I will say the rating’s about right – it’s solid without being spectacular. A few small things could be better (the shower pressure’s a bit temperamental, and the WiFi occasionally decides to take little breaks), but for the price and location, especially with kids in tow, it’s actually pretty brilliant. My sister ended up booking it again for their next visit, which tells you everything you need to know really.

Rooms

• Apartment with 1 single bed, 1 double bed and 1 extra-large double bed for 5 adults

Facilities