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MacDonald

2.0 star property
Travelers can explore London on rented bikes, store luggage securely, and interact with helpful staff who make city adventures easier and more enjoyable

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MacDonald, in central London near Russell Square and Tottenham Court Road, offers a convenient base for city exploration. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, bike rentals for nearby attractions, and secure luggage storage. Multilingual staff help visitors maximize their London experience.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
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(2 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Triple Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
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(2 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Courtyard View

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in London City Centre, a neighborhood in London, MacDonald is near a metro station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hyde Park and Russell Square, while London Eye and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Emirates Stadium, and consider making time for ZSL London Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station is 3 minutes by foot and Russell Square Underground Station is 11 minutes. Visit our London travel guide
Map
45-46 Argyle Square, Kings Cross, London, England, WC1H 8AL

What's nearby

  • British Library
    British Library
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Beautiful view of the garden in Russell square with residential buildings view
    Russell Square
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St Pancras Chambers
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University College London
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station)
    3 min walk
  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station
    3 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    2 min walk
  • Burger King
    2 min walk
  • Five Guys
    4 min walk
  • The Rooftop at The Standard
    2 min walk

About this property

MacDonald

Hotel near Russell Square
Close to The British Museum, MacDonald has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Bike rentals, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the overall value and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at MacDonald have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Blackout drapes/curtains and local maps
  • 21-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 12:30 AM and 1:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 12:30 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 12:30 AM and 1:30 AM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

MacDonald Hotel London
MacDonald London
MacDonald Hotel
MacDonald Hotel
MacDonald London
MacDonald Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is MacDonald pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

MacDonald doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at MacDonald?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Late check-in is available from 12:30 AM– 1:30 AM for a fee of GBP 20.

What time is check-out at MacDonald?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MacDonald located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University College London and Russell Square. The British Museum and Leicester Square are also within 2 mi (3 km). King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station and London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

MacDonald Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 926 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 926 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 199 out of 926 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 926 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 926 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable stay in a great location, and surprisingly quiet too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little stay. Good location a clean room and good staff! Good stuff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a basic hotel, but clean and functional, with a comfy bed and friendly staff. Being near to Kings Cross St Pancras stations its location is amazing, and for the price, you can't really fault it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accomodating staff. Close to St Pancras Station :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price this was a great stay. The staff were perfectly pleasant and if you accept that this is a budget choice then you won’t be disappointed at all. Thanks for a cool stay in an ideal location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Good location and value for money - perfect for 1 night's stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely and clean as was shower and toilets and the whole hotel was lovely and clean. Cosy room but suited my needs.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrià

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and cheap and has views of the park which is what I wanted. Very nice receptionist.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Fab location, great travel stop over
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great experience. Basic accommodation, but cheap, clean and warm. Friendly reception on arrival. Would definitely stay again 👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

HELEN S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The single room I had was tiny, using the bathroom would be difficult for a larger person. The bed was on the hard side which didn’t suit my back that well, though it might be fine for other people. My stay was fine and the staff were helpful and pleasant. It’s a budget hotel, so these downsides are reasonable and to be expected. Just noting them for the benefit of others.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was immaculately clean and bed was very comfy. The area is quite and location is great. Staff were friendly too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location did all it said on the tin! Will be back for a last minute trip Thank you x
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room clean, central location. A little loud at night and walls not very sound proof.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was greeted at reception by a really lovely receptionist who went out of his way to help. I was in the cheapest of the rooms they do and it was really good value for money. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sacha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dixon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really convenient location, close to Kings Cross station
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel and friendly staff. Good location a 5 minute walk from Kings Cross station.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cheap, in a great location, no frills but also no problems
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Basic room but clean and comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mustafa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Price/quality in combination with location and friendly staff is very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value and prefect location..

Great little hotel minutes from kings cross station. Very friendly and helpful staff. Rooms cleaned daily with fresh towels. The hotel itself is very quiet but can occasionally hear noise from the street but it didn't bother us. Very good value, would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Janne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly staff and even the shared toilet and shower didn't bother.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly Staff

Everything I needed for a stop over for work. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcelo

Liked: Amenities
Simple hotel but clean. I'll be back! I enjoyed my stay overall. I think management should try to do something to silent the noise from slamming doors.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025