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2-star hotel Check-in 14:00 · Check-out 10:00

Goodwood Hotel

Casual budget hotel in London with free Wi-Fi, restaurant, and Victorian charm. Close to British Library, British Museum, and major transport links.

38-40 Tavistock Pl, London WC1H 9RE, United Kingdom View on map
4.4/10
Average Based on 531 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Restaurant Smoke-free
What recent guests emphasize

Mixed reviews highlight value and location with some trade-offs

Guests appreciate the central location and helpful staff but note small rooms and some shared bathroom inconveniences. Cleanliness is generally praised, while occasional issues with room locks and key deposits are mentioned.

Guests often praise

  • Excellent and convenient location near King’s Cross and Russell Square stations.
  • Friendly and polite staff providing helpful service.
  • Rooms and shared bathrooms are mostly clean and tidy.
  • Affordable pricing for a short stay in central London.
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the property.

Worth knowing

  • Rooms are very small and often have shared bathroom facilities.
  • Some guests experienced issues with room locks and were required to pay a £10 key deposit.
  • Noise from the street can be noticeable, though quieter rooms are available away from the main road.
  • Lack of parking, fitness center, airport shuttle, and pet-friendly options.
  • Windows may rattle at night but generally no major disturbances reported.

Best for

  • Budget-conscious travelers seeking a central London base.
  • Visitors who prioritize location over spacious accommodations.
  • Short stays or overnight stops near major rail hubs like St. Pancras.
  • Guests comfortable with shared bathroom facilities or minimal room amenities.
  • Those wanting easy access to nearby cultural attractions such as The British Museum and The National Gallery.
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About this property

Welcome to Goodwood Hotel

Set within a Victorian-era townhouse on Tavistock Place, Goodwood Hotel offers modest accommodations focused on budget-conscious travelers. The hotel features simple, modern rooms with free Wi-Fi in a central London location near major transport links, including the busy St. Pancras International rail hub.

The property is conveniently positioned for visitors looking to explore nearby cultural attractions such as The British Museum, The National Gallery, and St. Paul’s Cathedral. Guests benefit from a smoke-free environment and on-site dining options, though facilities like parking, airport shuttle, pet access, and fitness center are not available.

Guest reviews reflect a mixed experience, noting clean and tidy rooms with helpful staff, though some have raised concerns about small room sizes, shared bathroom arrangements, and occasional maintenance issues. Given its straightforward service and no-frills rooms, the hotel suits travelers prioritizing location and affordability over luxury.

Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out by 10:00, allowing for a standard London city stay. Goodwood’s ease of access to several London airports makes it practical for short-term visits or stopovers close to central transport links.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Free parking
Pool
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

AB
Alan Bailey Apr 05, 2026
10

Stayed for a gig at Wembley. Clean and easy access. Nice staff. £80 a night.

CA
Caoimhe Anders Mar 11, 2026
8.0

Stayed for 1 night and it was a decent place to just sleep. Carpet had clearly been recently replaced. Sheets were clean and room was tidy. Bathroom was shared but while shabby around the edges was fine otherwise. The man at reception was polite and chatted with us on arrival. Unexpectedly had to put down £10 cash for key deposit which was not advertised in advance. The main downside was the lock to our room did not work properly and my friend and I decided to put a makeshift barrier up to keep the room secure overnight. It's a decent room for a cheap price. You get what you pay for.

AC
Aimee Cullen Mar 08, 2026
8.0

I was lowk scared to stay here cause of the reviews, but my room was exactly what was offered, and was clean and secure, in a good place in euston. I didn't try leave my luggage and instead just left it with left luggage inside of euston station, which worked well, and there are pleanty of other options for leaving luggage within the area :)

EG
Emma George Feb 21, 2026
8.0

Cheap and cheerful, clean room, clean bathroom, comfy bed. Window rattled a bit at night but nothing bad. Other reviews said they had to leave a £10 cash deposit and leave their key every time they left the building but neither of those were asked of me

DB
Daniela Bartuli Jan 24, 2026
8.0

I stayed for two nights and honestly had a much better experience than I expected after reading the reviews. My biggest worries were the cleanliness and comfort of the room, but everything turned out fine. The room was clean, cosy, and warm, with a TV, a sink with a mirror, and a kettle with tea and coffee, which was a nice touch. The staff were also very nice and helpful and the shared toilet was clean throughout my stay. The only thing that felt a bit uncomfortable was the shared shower, but for a short stay it was totally manageable. For one or two nights it does the job, though for a longer visit I’d probably upgrade to a room with a private bathroom. Overall, for London standards, it’s good value for money. I'd consider staying here again for my next trip.

RM
Richy Martin Jan 13, 2026
10

Excellent location and very helpful staff. Good value for short stay in London near Kings Cross and St Pancreas

VB
Verena Breitenstein Jan 06, 2026
8.0

It is indeed a rather small hotel, though for a city trip it was great. It's very close to King's Cross, about 10 minutes and 5 minutes from Russel Square. The rooms are very small, but for a two star hotel that's completely fine. Our room was located away from the street, so it was very quiet. Staff at the reception was very friendly. All in all in that price range the hotel is totally fine and I would book it again.

SA
Stephanie Ann Jan 05, 2026
8.0

This is a 4 star hostel, not a 2 star hotel. I think changing the name would alleviate some confusion. The hotel and rooms are clean but small. Each floor (3-4 rooms) shares a bathroom. The bottom floors have small stall showers. Everything is small, like cruise ship small. There is a small sink in each room, that is not large enough to fill water bottles without using a small cup. The location is fantastic. You can get to pretty much everywhere quickly using the tube and busses. I would not stay here with kids. For us, a couple in our 30s, it was perfect.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Goodwood Hotel

London, United Kingdom

Busy area with major rail hub St. Pancras International, plus exhibitions at the British Library.

  • St Pancras International 13 min Walk
  • Tottenham Court Road 21 min Walk
  • Bond Street 33 min Walk
  • Heathrow Airport 1 hr Car · 1 hr 1 Transit
  • London Gatwick Airport 1 hr 32 Car · 1 hr 11 Transit
  • London Stansted Airport 1 hr 7 Car · 1 hr 5 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in London. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

The British Museum 172,490 reviews

The British Museum

Great Russell St, London WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom

4.7 · Museum
The National Gallery 61,299 reviews

The National Gallery

Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN, United Kingdom

4.8 · Art Museum
St. Paul's Cathedral 55,752 reviews

St. Paul's Cathedral

St. Paul's Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD, United Kingdom

4.7 · Cathedral
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