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The York

Apartments with kitchenettes, near The British Museum

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Private kitchen

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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52 York Wy, London, England, N1 9AB
  • Russell Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • The British Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Piccadilly Circus
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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Standard Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

London

Located in London, The York is in the city centre. Wimbledon Tennis Club and Twickenham Stadium are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit London Eye and ZSL London Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Royal Albert Hall or Alexandra Palace.

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The British Museum - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Leicester Square - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Trafalgar Square - 7 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Parcel Yard - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Carhartt WIP Store London Kings Cross - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Millers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Flat Iron King's Cross - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Fellow - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The York

Apartments with kitchenettes, near The British Museum
This smoke-free apartment building features free Wi-Fi in public areas. Each apartment features a kitchenette with a microwave and a dishwasher, plus free WiFi and a TV with digital channels. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as an electric kettle and a dining table, and other amenities include Netflix and a rainfall shower.
The York offers 7 accommodations with an iron/ironing board and fans. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchenettes with microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.

This London apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Vikey mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is The York pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The York?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The York?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The York?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The York located?

Located in London City Centre, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of University College London, Russell Square and Tottenham Court Road. The British Museum and Covent Garden Market are also within 2 miles (3 km). London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) is only a 4-minute walk and King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station is 5 minutes.

The York Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 65 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

8.2/10

Communication

Reviews

8/10 Good

Katelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was a little difficult to find at first but otherwise was a pretty good stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot and really nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location! Would love to stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, excellent facilities and very close to King’s Cross, great value, only downside if you are a light sleeper take earplugs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Was very comfortable

The large shower head was broken and the shower door very hard to open and close
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Excellent

Great property in a good location, it uses an app/website to access the building and property which is a bit clunky but seems to be a standard thing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute apartment very conveniently located. Street noise and noise from King’s Cross stations loud at times.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved this place. In the heart of London, easy to get around. The renovation is really beautiful, exactly what I expected from the photos. Sometimes a bit noisy, but if it’s quiet you’re looking for you really shouldn’t be coming to London.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property ok and spacious, however very noisy. Also no lift so try and get a first floor flat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Disliked: Communication

Very misleading photos.

Good location but overall very small, crazy steps and absolutely no human interaction during the stay by staff. No AC, appropriate linens, paper towels and cooking hot plate. Wouldn't recommend staying in such a small space for this expensive price. No balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Too noisy!

Everything about the accommodation is lovely including a comfy bed and lovely shower. Just such a shame that the windows don’t shut out the noise from the people and traffic outside. Put me off staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Carol finlinson

It’s a wonderful apartment and would definitely book again it was very noisy from the pub downstairs but not complaining as it’s situated well
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Central location

Very nice and clean apartment. Central location. But bring your earplugs because very noicy from the street. Also cold in the apartment so worm sleeping clothes recomended (I stayed during winter). Change of windows would be a suggestion for the owner, both due to the noice and the draught. Very nice and quick reply from the staff in e-mail when I had questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great place to stay but beware the stairs

This is a great place to stay Rooms are comfortable and it is extremely well equipped (other than a wine bottle opener) BEWARE the stairs are narrow, plentiful and there is no elevator; so getting luggage in and out is difficult. If you are young and fit this wont be an issue but I don't recommend to anyone with large amounts of luggage or more senior. This is on the whole a great place to stay with all the amenities and REALLY close to Kings Cross, I loved the small kitchen that meant you didn't need to pay London prices for all meals
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Apartment was spotless and as advertised. Would stay there again in a heartbeat. Had asked for and been promised early check in at 1. Arrived at 2:50 after a Transatlantic trip and was not able to access. Amazing gentleman on call got me in and into my apartment. Tiny, narrow scary stairs and no elevator. So if you are fit and travelling light, don’t hesitate. Cleanliness 5*
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Christian Meyer

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Well equipted, central room with poor maintenance

Decent room and easy to access but some repairs are much needed. The radiator in my room did not work, doors close only after applying heavy pressure. Its a pretty noisy environment, but the location could not be more central. Equipment very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
It was a lovely studio but no running water in kitchen and very cold the radiator was half on in the room and the bathroom radiator wasn’t on at all
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Room comfort

I couldn’t possibly recommend…..

I couldn’t possibly recommend anyone books this accommodation. As per other reviews, the windows don’t close and it’s on a main road opposite one of the busiest train stations in the world. I stayed 3 nights and didn’t get more than 3 hours sleep each night due to the noise, brightness, draft and general noise from throughout the property. Shower didn’t work on day one so a completely cold shower and the radiator basically cold so there’s this little heater in the middle of winter. It looks modern but if the owner doesn’t sort those issues then people deserve to know in advance.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Amenities
Apartment was very clean and we were impressed at first. However huge draft through windows which meant we were freezing at night and had a very unpleasant night. It also meant we could hear lots of noise from outside. The next morning none of the electrics (apart from the lights worked). My husband went out to get food and when he came back he couldn't get in. To get into the apartment you do not get a key, you have to use an app, but the app kept saying you can't access the property at the moment. So I had to wedge open the apartment door and walk down to the main door to let him in. I then tried to have a shower but the water was stone cold. Hotels.com said the checkout is 11, but we received an email saying checkout at 10, so I messaged the owner and they confirmed we could stay until 11. However, someone knocked on our door at 10 expecting us to be ready to leave. Double glaze the windows, draft proof the windows, get normal locks for the front door and don't switch electrics off so your guests leave early and then it would be a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Overall, the value for our stay was good. There were definite positives and negatives to the property (I’ll try to outline below). I would say that if you look at our ‘negatives’ list, and nothing on there is a flag - go for it. Positives: - Ultra Clean room and common spaces - Easy access to King’s Cross terminals, buses, taxis - Good direct communication with CitySpace when we needed to modify our reservation for number of guests and check-in times - Kitchenette was well-equipped for cooking utensils and plates/silverware Negatives: - VERY hard to find the correct door, even with the check-in email instructions. We arrived late after all-day travel, and it was very frustrating to march up and down this couple of blocks at night looking for a sign (it’s a tiny printed sign next to a door by the Lincoln Arms pub). - Since we were from the US, our data connections were not working, so we couldn’t access our codes to get in (again at 11:00 at night). Another guest happened to show up 10 minutes after us, and he was gracious enough to hotspot us long enough to get the codes sorted. - There was no way to cool the room down - windows don’t open (in our room, anyway) and there is no air con or fan available. It was warm and humid during our trip, so there were uncomfortable moments (and this is mid-April). I can’t imagine July or August in that space. - While convenient to the train stations, there are a fair amount of homeless and beggars right there on York.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

False advertising, poor customer service

Booked accommodation Cityspace King's Cross for 24th to 26th May, was advised by email on 22nd that the apartment I had booked would not be available due to overrunning maintenance work, I was offered full refund or an exchange to their sister property in Leicester Square with a 20% discount. As I had a concert (non refundable at short notice) and travel costs (also non refundable at short notice) I accepted the swap in good faith. On arrival to the Leicester Square property, I was able to gain access to the property with access code however despite 3 attempts I was unable to access the room, I contacted the helpline and they remotely operated the door, I was still unable to operate it despite confirming with the helpline that I had the correct code. On entering the room, I was very disappointed to say the least, whereas King's Cross was an apartment this was a single room with everything crammed in. The photos on the website show the room when it was first appointed however I fear that may have been some years ago, marks on walls where furniture had been rubbing, wood trim removed from walls leaving unsightly gaps. The room was grubby to say the least, there was no cover on the ironing board, the bed was crammed into an alcove. I am not sure when the room had last been made up, there was a half empty bag of ice in the freezer, surely this should have been disposed of. I went out to the patio and all I could hear was the sound of air-conditioning units and the smell
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Ludvik Leander

Liked: Room comfort, communication
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

wei-chieh

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024