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MacDonald

2.0 star property

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A multi-story brick building with a sign for the "Macdonald Hotel" on the ground floor.
A dining table with chairs, a vase of yellow flowers, and a pitcher of orange juice.
A room with a bench, a small table with brochures, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.
Triple Room, Ensuite | Down duvets, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
A hallway with a wooden desk displaying brochures, a door leading to another room, and a mirror reflecting a cluttered area with bags.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping

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45-46 Argyle Square, Kings Cross, London, England, WC1H 8AL
  • Place, St Pancras Chambers
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, British Library
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Down duvets, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Single Room, Ensuite | Down duvets, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Down duvets, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk with a television, a small table with a cup and saucer, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Ensuite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Down duvets, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Triple Room, Ensuite | Down duvets, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a shelf with towels.

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 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Down duvets, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room, Ensuite | Down duvets, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A small, single-bed room with a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, a white sink, and a towel rack.

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A small room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window.

Single Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Courtyard View | Down duvets, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Courtyard View

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

MacDonald

This smoke-free hotel features a front desk safe, free Wi-Fi in public areas and multilingual staff assistance.
MacDonald offers 30 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Beds feature down duvets. Televisions come with digital channels.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at MacDonald. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of The British Museum. Features include free WiFi in public areas.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a front desk safe and multilingual staff
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the value of their stay and the helpful staff
  • 13 minutes by foot from Russell Square and a 4-minute drive from The British Museum
MacDonald offers its guests multilingual staff and a front desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This London hotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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 lift
  • 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
On-site 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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 12:30 AM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at MacDonald.

Property is also known as

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MacDonald Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 297 out of 937 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 937 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 201 out of 937 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 937 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 937 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Welcoming staff, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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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

Irena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great, clean room and location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 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

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

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for Kings Cross
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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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
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great location - walkable to restaurants and train station. Location was clean. Room was small, but that the condition of these old building.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy

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

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Basic, but the beds were comfortable, the staff were lovely, close to Train station. Perfect for what I needed. Will stay again.
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

6/10 Okay

Rebekka

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Really close to Kings Cross, which is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money, especially being so close to St Pancras
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stop over for travelling on from London.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We only stayed for a night, but the room was clean and beds were fine. Easy access to the tube.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 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

10/10 Excellent

Joanne Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Only downside was tge professional beggars and chancers that hang around the Kings Cross station and its vicinity . Hotel is a period property with nice staff and a cheap and great price for London
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable stay. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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