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Hotels near St Pancras: London and Paris on one trip by Eurostar
Breakfast in London, lunch in Paris. The Eurostar leaves from St Pancras International and reaches Paris in just over two hours. Stay by the station and you skip the stress of the Tube with suitcases. These are the hotels.
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The Eurostar runs from St Pancras International to Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam. The station sits next to King's Cross, where several Tube lines meet.
We have picked five hotels for travellers heading on by train, or arriving from Paris and starting their London stay by the station.
In short: hotels near St Pancras
The best hotel near St Pancras is Pullman London St Pancras, a five-minute walk from the station. The Standard London and Kaya Great Northern Hotel are even closer, right by King's Cross. The Megaro is just across the road from the stations. Stay here the night before an early train and spare yourself a stressful morning.
Our first choice: Pullman London St Pancras, for the city views and the short walk to the train.
Book your stay: Check availability and prices at Pullman London St Pancras
Top picks
Views over London: Pullman London St Pancras
Rooftop and nightlife: The Standard London
At the station: Kaya Great Northern Hotel
Just across the road: The Megaro Hotel
Between St Pancras and the West End: The Hoxton, Holborn
How the Eurostar works from London
The Eurostar leaves from St Pancras International. With Standard and Plus tickets you should be at the station 75 minutes before departure, and the gate closes 30 minutes before. With Premier, 45 minutes is enough.
You go through security and passport checks for both the UK and the Schengen area before boarding. Bring your passport, and check the times on your ticket, as they can change.
The hotels
Pullman London St Pancras
The Pullman sits between Euston and King's Cross, a five-minute walk from St Pancras. Many rooms look out over the city, and at night you see the City skyline light up.
The hotel has a restaurant, a bar, a sauna and a 24-hour gym. Good for sleeping well and walking to the train without any rush.
Book your stay: Check availability and prices at Pullman London St Pancras
The Standard London
The Standard is right opposite St Pancras, in a converted 1970s office building. It has three restaurants, several bars and a rooftop.
A good choice if you want some life in the evening before your train, with Coal Drops Yard ten minutes away on foot.
Book your stay: Check availability and prices at The Standard London
Kaya Great Northern Hotel
The Great Northern stands by King's Cross station and was built for railway travellers. Its RAILS restaurant serves British food from breakfast to dinner.
Good if you want to stay as close to the train as possible, in a hotel with a history.
Book your stay: Check availability and prices at Kaya Great Northern Hotel
The Megaro Hotel
The Megaro is right by King's Cross and St Pancras, with the Tube just outside. It has an Italian restaurant, two bars and a terrace.
A good choice for a short night between two trains, when you want good food and a short walk.
Book your stay: Check availability and prices at The Megaro Hotel
The Hoxton, Holborn
The Hoxton is in Holborn, a ten-minute walk from the British Museum and Oxford Street. St Pancras is a few minutes away by Tube.
Good if you want to be closer to the West End and the theatres, and still reach the Eurostar quickly.
Book your stay: Check availability and prices at The Hoxton, Holborn
Five minutes from the train
Pullman London St Pancras sits between Euston and King's Cross. Photo: Hotels.com (Expedia Group)
Before you book
Book the train first: Eurostar fares rise the closer you get to departure. Book the hotel once your train time is fixed.
Choose free cancellation: If your train time changes, it helps to be able to move the hotel.
Luggage storage: If you have time in London before your train, ask the hotel to keep your case.
Bring your passport: You need a passport to travel by Eurostar between London and Paris.
On to Paris
Staying in Paris afterwards? You will find hotels in our guide to the best hotels in Paris and where to stay in Paris. In London, the hotels near the Harry Potter studio tour are a short train ride from Euston.
Editor's pick
Pullman London St Pancras
Pullman London St Pancras is the hotel for anyone catching the Eurostar who wants a calm start to the day. St Pancras International is a five-minute walk away, and many rooms look out on the City skyline. The hotel has a restaurant, a bar, a sauna and a 24-hour gym. The evening before your train, enjoy a quiet dinner and turn in early.
Frequently asked questions about hotels near St Pancras and the Eurostar
How early do you need to be at St Pancras for the Eurostar?
With Standard and Plus tickets, Eurostar recommends arriving 75 minutes before departure, and the gate closes 30 minutes before. With Premier, 45 minutes is enough. You go through security and two passport checks. Check the times on your ticket, as they can change.
Which hotel is closest to St Pancras?
The Standard London is right opposite St Pancras, and Kaya Great Northern Hotel and The Megaro are by King's Cross, a few minutes away. Pullman London St Pancras is a five-minute walk. All are good choices before an early train. Pick the one whose style suits you.
How long does the Eurostar take from London to Paris?
The Eurostar takes just over two hours from St Pancras International to Gare du Nord in Paris. Add the time you need at the station before departure. Centre to centre, the train is often as quick as flying, and you skip the journey to and from the airport.
Is it worth staying near St Pancras in London?
Yes, when you are taking a train onwards or arriving from Paris. King's Cross has many Tube lines, so you reach the West End, the City and Camden easily. The area has restaurants at Coal Drops Yard and Granary Square. For a long stay, a more central base may still suit you better.
How can you combine London and Paris on one trip?
Fly into London, take the Eurostar to Paris and fly home from there, or the other way round. That way you never travel the same route twice. Stay near St Pancras the night before the train, and book train tickets early for the best fares. Three nights in each city is a good balance.