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The Standard London

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and bars

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The Standard London, near The British Museum, offers a stylish escape with a rooftop terrace, garden, and library. Dine at three on-site restaurants or relax at five bars. Practical amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and luggage storage.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Laundry

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Highlights

Separate sitting area
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Air conditioning
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Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Separate sitting area
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Air conditioning
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Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
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Separate sitting area
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Air conditioning
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Connecting rooms available
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Separate sitting area
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Air conditioning
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Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Separate sitting area
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Air conditioning
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Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Separate sitting area
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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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Separate sitting area
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Connecting rooms available
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

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Separate sitting area
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Air conditioning
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Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite (Wraparound Terrace)

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Separate sitting area
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Air conditioning
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Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • 1 King Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Interior)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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10 Argyle Street, London, England, WC1H 8EG

What's nearby

  • The British Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Regent's Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Hyde Park - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Big Ben - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chambers Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Betjeman Arms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Standard London

Luxury hotel near The British Museum
Located close to Coal Drops Yard and Regent's Park, The Standard London provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and a library. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and 5 bars.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to public transit
Room features
All 266 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and heating

Awards and affiliations

The Standard London is listed in the 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 30 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Decimo
  • Double Standard
  • Isla
  • Rooftop

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property will place a credit card authorization for GBP 150 for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 75 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 30.00 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 75 per night
  • Service fee: 5 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Standard London pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

How much is parking at The Standard London?

The Standard London doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Standard London?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Standard London?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Standard London located?

Located in London City Centre, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Coal Drops Yard, The British Museum, and Regent's Park. Hyde Park and Big Ben are also within 3 mi (5 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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The Standard London Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1250 out of 1659 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1659 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1659 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1659 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1659 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sahil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great interior of the hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Amazing location! The Staff is impressive!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAN WAI

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff is super nice and friendly, room is comfortable and modern
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, stylish and great staff all super friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and 5 star!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, impeccably clean, comfortable, and impressive that despite the busy area the room was silent and sleep was no trouble at all.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great transport access and a great rooftop bar!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a comfortable stay. It was very convenient as it was close to the station.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

My-Binh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff are welcoming and the hotel is beautifully styled throughout with many options within the hotel to relax or socialise.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very stylish and centrally located hotel! Lots of great dining and bar options within the hotel. Rooms are definitely on the smaller side, however!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yanin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice, but I don't think it can truly be considered a 5 star hotel, since it doesn't have a pool or a spa.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were super kind and reliable. The location is also very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, close to transportation - an overall wonderful hotel!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

JATIN

Disliked: Amenities
Very dark decor. Resturant closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay! Always great staying here
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here often. It’s centrally located and not far from where our daughter lives. Great staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AIR CONDITIONING AIR CONDITIONING!!! This place has the best AC! The BEST staff! Not all places have that or WINDOWS. You definitely get your moneys worth staying here! I had to change hotels from a place that had no AC, no phone in the room, no air filtration, dirty, unkind staff. This place was a fresh breath of air and HIGHLY recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Location, Great Food, Quiet Spacious Room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay, the bathtub on the patio was a really special touch! Great bed, very comfortable sleep. And very convenient location for getting the train/tube.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

AJIT

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, great service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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