St. Athans Hotel in Camden

The hotel in itself is perfectly fine. But, I payed for two nights, and while I was visiting the city the day after the first night I got kicked out of my room. It was the computer's mistake, and when they saw I payed for two nights they immediately gave me my stuff and the room back. So I don't really mind this misunderstanding. BUT in the process of emptying the room they threw away not only my toothbrush but also empty cans that I stored carefully in the cupboard. I understand that it seems to be trash but they're exclusive to the UK and I intended to keep them as souvenirs (and they were clean). I don't think it's acceptable to throw away anything that the client didn't put in the bin themselves, unless it's very obvious dirty trash. I'm very sad that I lost these cans and it kind of ruins the until-now great experience I had with the hotel.

We stayed 3 nights in this hotel and everything went well. It was clean, the bed was comfortable etc. The hotel is very well located (subway 5 minutes walk) 20 to 30 minutes walk from many popular sites to visit in London if you want to avoid paying for transport. Regarding the negative opinions that I have seen, I would like to say that it is important to differentiate between England and France, our two countries do not operate in the same way, do not be directly negative. I would like to point out that some rooms are located on the 3rd floors (this was our case) the stairs are quite narrow, the water pressure in the shower was not strong enough for my liking but that is only a detail. We also hear a lot of what is happening outside... However it was not a bad experience it is specified that it is a small reasonable hotel this is what you should expect and yes the price can seem high but London is extremely expensive. The staff were very professional I had difficulty closing the window someone came straight up to help me. I recommend this hotel if you are not too fussy because you know it is only for the night since the rest of the day will be used for sightseeing. :)

Were in London for 8 days and had a room with a double bed. Really good for the money, London is expensive. Is very centrally located. The rooms were cleaned every day and the staff was friendly and helpful. Nice room + spacious bathroom. Unfortunately the stairs are a bit steep, but you can manage it :)

I would definitely stay here again! The staff were super friendly and the location was perfect. It was a short walk to a number of museums train/underground stations, bookshops and cafes, around 15 minutes to picadilly circus on the underground and around 10 minutes to London Bridge on the underground. I was able to walk up to Camden and down the canal on my trip. The room was clean and comfortable and I was bit worried about the shared bathroom but it there was never any issues with it and it was always clean and well stocked.

We arrived without a booking hoping for a comfy place to stay for the last leg of our trip, and were immediately accommodated. The artwork, maps and friendly staff make this a unique spot to stay and we loved the lounge. Location is close to train & lots of bookshops and cafes. Simple and reasonably priced :)

Everything was extraordinary from start to finish. The staff was very polite, friendly and helpful. As a total of 4 people, we had a very nice stay at a very affordable price. Although the location of the hotel is quite central, transportation to the center of London was very convenient. Thank you very much for everything, we definitely recommend it.

Location is the biggest reason why we chose this hotel. A lot of cool spots within walking distance. I was traveling with 2 almost-teenagers (younger kids might have been tough here). We had a wonderful experience. Staff was brilliant. Rooms were enough space. The shared restrooms worried me when I booked, but weren’t a problem at all (despite us all being massively jet lagged). Would absolutely recommend this hotel to anyone.

A no thrills hotel with confortable beds and wonderful water, pressure and temperature in the shower ( even though it’s small). Sent an email ahead and requested the ground floor as I have mobility issues the stairs. Walking distance to coffee and shops as well as Kings Cross and Saint pancreas train stations. Walking distance to the British museum.,10-15. We also walked to the national portrait gallery, which was 30 minutes but a lovely walk. Closest tube is Russell Square. Approx time to the tower of London is 15 minutes and to Camden is 10 to 12. Would stay here again.

I greatly enjoyed my four night stay at St. Athans Hotel in July of 2024, and view it as one of my favorite experiences in London. This is especially remarkable in light of quite reasonable price that I was charged, and it is due to the character of the building, and those who have worked on it. To me, modern hotels all feel the same, but St. Athans has historicity, and one can tell that love has been put into it throughout the years. This is evident through the art found throughout the premises, and via the obvious effort to maximize modern comfort in a rather old building. The result is that I did not feel that my novel experiences in London were put on hiatus every night as I passed through the doors of a building that can now be found anywhere on Earth, but they continued as I spent each night sleeping in a room that had been constructed in a different time and for a different people. In addition, I found the location to be highly desirable, especially for those who are primarily interested in visiting museums while in London. I was able to walk out the front door every day, and made minimal use of any kind of transportation. The British Library and British Museum were both highlights of my trip, and within easy walking distance. But even if you have to go further, the public transportation in London was far more convenient than I am used to, and I never had a problem getting to where I wanted to go. However, it is important that any prospective guest does carefully review whether the building can meet their expectations and purpose. St. Athans is very forthcoming about the limitations of their building, so do visit their website and read up on what they have to say. While none of the following was an issue for me, something might be a deal-breaker for others: My one-bed room was snug, but that was something I actually enjoyed. I did not have a shower or toilet in my room, but I did have a sink, and I showered at night in the joint bathroom, so I never had to wait. The shower was not particularly great in terms of temperature regulation or pressure, but it was fit for purpose. Most importantly, while I am fortunate to have no current physical limitations, my room was on a higher level, and the stairs were narrow and curved, which would have made it nearly inaccessible to people with mobility issues. A big thank you to everyone at St. Athans for being a significant part of a wonderful trip for me!

Cozy. Great service. However, we were on the third floor and there is no elevator. Difficult to access the room if you have heavy suitcases.

Lovely hotel, nice building, friendly staff. Would absolutely recommend for a stay in London

Very nice, clean place to stay with friends and family. Great location with bus and train services within walking distance. Highly recommend.

So the St. Athans is really only intended for overnight stays. The rooms are reduced to the bare essentials and the furniture is already a bit old. However, you have everything you need in the area and it only takes 25 minutes to walk to Piccadilly Circus. London is generally perfectly connected by subway. A metro station is also right outside the door. All I can say about the service is that we were welcomed very nicely.

I was really impressed. The room was small, but was nicely decorated and felt modern. Although it's a shared bathroom, it was a decent size with a good shower. It's more like an 'ensuite' down the hall rather than a hostel style shared bathroom. Great place, will definitely stay here again in future.

We had a pleasant stay at the hotel. We had a room for 5. The bedding was comfortable and the room was clean. It may not be the most luxurious hotel but the rooms and public areas are clean, the staff are very friendly and the location is ideal. Possibility of leaving luggage in a safe place before checking in and after returning the keys. We recommend without hesitation.

Very good stay in this hotel, very welcoming staff, presence of scorpions in the bathroom.

Very good bedding, quiet. You can't hear your neighbors talking. Great location. Unpretentious room but the essentials were there. I recommend.

It offers an excellent location for a great price, I would recommend it if you just want a place to sleep after a long day of being outside. It has 3 floors, the last one is for the family rooms. There were shared bathrooms, but they were always kept clean, they offer a towel per guest. There are sinks in the rooms. The temperature was nice and warm inside. The hotel desk offered us plug adapters for free too! I would say it is a one star hotel that makes you think it's a mediocre 3 star, then you remember it's a one star and realize how good it is.

TO FLEE !!!!!! We stayed there for 7 days. What to say..... The rooms are dirty, tiny and damp. We can barely move around inside. The overall condition of the hotel is shabby, dirty, cramped and dismal. We have to walk up 4 floors with very small and very steep stairs to get to our room. We hear everything, the neighbors in the rooms, people talking, we have the impression that they are in the same room as us. The bathroom and toilets are shared with the neighbors next door. Rarely seen such a small and dirty bathroom!!! Disgusting... Everything is to be avoided in this hotel. The only positive point is the location which allows you to be next to the metro. The staff are very pleasant and attentive, fortunately they were also kind.

I would describe it as very small, imagine having a 2 shared toilets for an entire floor! Otherwise was quite and clean, with average service

A great option if you want to visit London, near the British Museum and a 30-minute walk from places of interest, very friendly and hospitable treatment. The neighborhood has a multitude of places and necessary services that you need if you are visiting tourism, such as metro and train stations, breakfast and lunch establishments, 24-hour shops... Totally recommended.

Good value for money, comfortable and clean room. WC and shower on the landing maintained very regularly (no trace of other users at any time). We were able to store our suitcases for free after leaving the room until late in the evening. The staff takes care of opening us at any time which ensures security and that just anyone does not enter. Very practical for enjoying a weekend in London on a moderate budget. Thank you so much !