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title: "SO Kings Cross, London: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "SO Kings Cross in London: rated 6.6 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-15
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Guesthouse · ★★★
# SO Kings Cross

Camden Town, London, United Kingdom

6.6 ·  Okay 261 reviews ·  #1454 #1,454 of 1,537 in London ·  2.7/5 on Google, 362 reviews ·  8.8 Location score
## About SO Kings Cross

SO Kings Cross is a guesthouse in Camden Town, London, United Kingdom. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 261 reviews. Facilities include free wi-fi, 24-hour room service. It is 2.8 km from the centre of London. The nearest airport, London City Airport (LCY), is 12 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 42

- **Floors:** 3

- **Opened:** 1714

- **Last renovated:** 2014

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 91

170 Kings cross Road [sokingscross.com](http://www.sokingscross.com/)

## How SO Kings Cross scores

Better rated than 5% of hotels in London

-   Guest rating **6.6**
-   Location **8.8**
-   Beach access **1.8**
-   Public transport **9.6**

London average

## Rating on Google

2.7/5

362 Google reviews

-   5★12%
-   4★18%
-   3★25%
-   2★17%
-   1★28%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   24-hour room service

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Concierge
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   In-room safe

### Accessibility

-   Wheelchair accessible

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **8.8**/10

- **Walk grade:** **97**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **26**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">London King Cross</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">220 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">London City Airport (LCY)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">12 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">28 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">London</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.8 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Madame tussauds210 m
-   V&A Museum250 m
-   Mme Thussaud260 m
-   Family Leisure300 m
-   Zero Celsius - Irma Irsara350 m
-   London Canal Museum410 m

## SO Kings Cross: in detail

SO Kings Cross offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hotel. Visitors can take advantage of the accessible parking options directly at the hotel. Reception services such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes are available to accommodate your requirements. Securing top-notch tickets and snagging sought-after dining reservations become effortless, thanks to the hotel's ticket service and tours. Room amenities like 24-hour room service and daily housekeeping contribute to making a perfect selection for your stay. The hotel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, providing a breathable atmosphere. Each accommodation at SO Kings Cross is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In select rooms, guests at the hotel can enjoy top-notch in-room entertainment with television and cable TV available for their convenience. Understanding the significance of bathroom amenities in enhancing guest contentment, the hotel offers toiletries within certain chosen rooms. Embark on your holiday experience in the most ideal manner. Commence each morning of your visit with an on-site breakfast. Throughout the day and evening, grab a bite to eat from hotel's self-service vending machines whenever you please. Should you be particularly discerning in your dining choices, you will surely appreciate having access to the on-site BBQ facilities provided at this location.

### Compare

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## Questions about SO Kings Cross

### How do guests rate SO Kings Cross?

SO Kings Cross has a guest rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 261 reviews, which is better than 5% of rated hotels in London.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at SO Kings Cross?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does SO Kings Cross include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at SO Kings Cross?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is SO Kings Cross from the airport?

The nearest airport, London City Airport (LCY), is 12 km away in a straight line.

### Is SO Kings Cross close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.5 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does SO Kings Cross have?

SO Kings Cross has 42 rooms on 3 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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