The Standard London, London

The Standard London - A 5-star Brutalist hotel with terraced suites, multiple dining venues, and a library lounge in King's Cross

The Standard London occupies a 1974 Brutalist building in King's Cross, featuring 266 rooms ranging from Cosy Cores to terraced suites with outdoor bathtubs overlooking St Pancras station. All accommodations include Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth speakers, custom Craig Green robes, overstocked minibars, and triple-glazed windows. Dining options include Decimo on the 10th floor serving Spanish-Mexican cuisine by Michelin-starred chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias, Double Standard bar with its legendary burger and Aperol Spritz slushy, and Isla offering seasonal dishes with natural wines. The hotel features a 24-hour gym with Peloton equipment, Library Lounge with curated book collections and sound studio, and multiple event spaces including Townhouse 8 with vinyl library and terrace. Located 0.5 miles from British Library and 1 mile from The British Museum, The Standard provides high-speed WiFi throughout and offers connecting room configurations like Suite Spot with Junior Suite. A continental breakfast is available each morning at The Standard London's Isla restaurant.

Pros

Outdoor terraces with panoramic city views and bathtubs in select suites

Multiple distinctive dining venues including Michelin-starred Decimo restaurant

Unique amenities include a library lounge with sound studio and vinyl collection

24-hour gym featuring Peloton equipment and free weights

Dog-friendly policy with custom amenities for pets

Cons

The closest parking facility at NCP London Kings Cross is 5 minutes away and frequently busy

Some rooms may have different layouts despite maintaining consistent styling