Mabledon Court Hotel, London

10-11 Mabledon Place, Bloomsbury, Camden, London, WC1H 9AZ
3 star

The hotel Mabledon court is a comfortable and friendly hotel in the heart of London's Bloomsbury district. St Pancreas, Kings Cross, Euston, Russell Square and ...

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7/10 Overall value for money
  • 6/10 Anonymous (Same sex couple) 

    on  June 14, 2008

    "For this location it was a good price, so you can't expect great amenities." (97398197)

    The location was great, the staff were lovely.

    The shower was far too small and a bit manky, the shower curtain filthy and the bathroom fan did not work. Very, very hot - thankfully the window opened and there was a fan, but in order to be comfortable enough to sleep the window had to be left open all night and this meant traffic noise woke me at 6am.

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Solo leisure traveller) 

    on  June 12, 2008

    Hotel in convenient situation. Excellent breakfast.

    I stayed as a single and thought the price of the room, £95, excessive as it was more of a single than the double it was defined as!

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  June 11, 2008

    "very good - adjacent to st.pancras for the eurostar/" (97548757)

  • 7/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  April 19, 2008

    "Would like to have had a preview of the room. We would certainly stay again if comments about our particular room were met. I should add that the comments were not brought to the attention of staff during our stay." (97514446)

    Friendly welcome and assistance at reception and breakfast room. Quiet room.

    The shower leaked. All floorboards creaked loudly in the room. Only one chair provided

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  • 5/10 Anonymous (Family with older children) 

    on  April 19, 2008

    Staff were very friendly and hard working. Breakfast was good. Location was nice too, easy to use public transportation.

    The rooms were very small. Only douple beds availeble- our teenagers had to sleep in the same bed- they hated it!

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  • 3/10 Anonymous (Other) 

    on  June 10, 2008

    "Would not recommend this hotel to anyone." (97054469)

    Fairly good breakfast

    Very small rooms. Not clean enough. Decor very tired. Tiny communal sitting room

  • 7/10 Anonymous (Solo business traveller) 

    on  June 10, 2008

    "Well situated with good access to tube, trains and town" (97283584)

    Friendly Staff, Good Breakfast and service

    Shower cubical small, being 6"3 and of firm build, used bathroom as a shower room and it worked fine, but if you tried to use the cubical as a shower unit it would be impossible. Noise from road and other rooms

  • 7/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  June 4, 2008

    good breakfast easy to find and clean

    bit to warm in rooms

  • 5/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  May 30, 2008

    "We were disappointed with the condition of the hotel but the staff were very friendly and helpful." (97218138)

    The receptionist was friendly and helpful and had a good local knowledge. The dining room was small but clean. The breakfast was of fair quality and quantity.

    Generally the room was very cramped. The bathroom was extremely small and outdated. The shower itself was very small in terms of area and the showerhead could not be angled in any way. Due to these points, water easily flowed outside of the shower and onto the bathroom floor. In addition the bathroom had a damp and unpleasant smell.

  • 2/10 Anonymous (Solo business traveller) 

    on  March 25, 2008

    "The room was particularly unclean and there was black mold in the bathroom. I immediately returned to reception to request a full refund - I clearly was not going to stay in this hotel! The receptionist was helpful, however his manager had to be asked twice for the refund - at first he wanted to charge a cancellation fee! I did eventually get a full refund and was then left to find another hotel, late at night in a strange city... Avoid this hotel - it's one of the worst I've seen." (97598141)

    The hotel was extremely unclean and the bathroom was moldy.

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  • 6/10 Maureen (Solo leisure traveller) 

    from Annan , GB on  May 24, 2008

    "This hotel has some good points ie- pleasant staff, good food, clean and comfortable bed, handy for both Euston and kings Cross plus underground stations. However rooms are small, window catches broken and looked as if it had been broken for some time. shower is vey small and no working fan in bathroom." (97820884)

    Staff were pleasent, breakfast was v.good, handy for station and underground.

    Shower is very small, no fan in bathroom. Catch on window was broken. Noise from other rooms during night.

  • 3/10 Anonymous (Group of adult friends) 

    on  May 17, 2008

    "Much of the hotel information given online was incorrect and the hotel didn't offer the kind of rooms indicated on the website." (97594901)

    Not enough space. Humid. Mildew. Flush didn't work. Room and bathroom not clean.

  • 8/10 Anonymous (Other) 

    on  May 13, 2008

    Air conditioning is a requirment as they are far to stuffy when it is warm.

  • 9/10 Deborah (Young couple) 

    from Bradford , GB on  May 11, 2008

    "very nice stay. hotel staff very friendly and rooms clean. breakfast great and would definitely stay again when next in london" (97381168)

    the welcome at the hotel was great and the staff were all very friendly. although the room was not the largest i have stayed in, it certainly was not the smallest, especally in london.

    the hotel was very warm, as it was hot outside. there was a fan in the room however.

  • 3/10 Anonymous (Solo business traveller) 

    on  March 22, 2008

    "See above about dislikes. As said, the photo and description on the internet site are arguably commercially misleading, particularly when considered in conjunction with the provided hotel rating." (97910356)

    Desk staff were pleasant.

    Definitely NOT value for money compared to similar b 'n' b options in the same area. The hotel presentation was very tired, the floors were noisy from the same corridor AND the room above, the curtains were dirty, and even the fan was a cheap model that rattled and was unclean. I'd respectfully suggest that whoever rated this hotel needs to revise their grading as a matter of priority.

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  • 8/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  May 9, 2008

    "The expelair was importent to us had it been in working order our stay would have been much more comfortable" (97889010)

    It was extremely handy location for London Euston,St Pancreas and ings ross stations which we were using prior to and after our stay.

    The expel air was not working in the en-suite shower and bathroom.The shower was on the small side.

  • 7/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  May 8, 2008

    "I've nothing to add." (97245970)

    Just a room a little larger.

  • 6/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  May 8, 2008

    close walking distance to euston and kings cross

    room was cramped and no air conditioning - breakfast was very small

  • 2/10 Lynn (Mature couple) 

    from Leamington spa , GB on  May 5, 2008

    "Very very unhappy." (97651493)

    It had none, apart from being close to St Pancreas Station

    It was in very poor condition, dirty, unsafe and badly needing repair. The bed was extremely small as was the room - hardly a double. I can't imagine how it maintains a 3 star rating. It would barely deserve 1 star. We were also told that we could get an early (7.00am) breakfast, but when we went to the breakfast room, we were told there was no breakfast until 7.30am - too late for us.

  • 7/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  April 26, 2008

    "Good check in. Poor facilities. This hotel is more like a Bed and Breakfast than a hotel. Great location, however, with rail and underground very close by" (97109914)

    Locations

    Small room and lack of facilities

  • 6/10 Anonymous (Solo business traveller) 

    on  March 13, 2008

    "Decent value in a decent location. Staff very helpful. Room was small and cramped, but would expect to pay more for a better room so overall not unhappy." (97589600)

    Location good, lower end of price range for Central London

    Small room, old & awkward shower

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  • 7/10 Anonymous (Solo leisure traveller) 

    on  April 25, 2008

    "The people at the front desk were friendly and helpful for the most part. However, there were several issues pertaining to theroom phone. The weekend staff did not know there is a difference in the first three digits of a UK number when calling from within the country vs outside. I tried to call my niece in Birmingham and could not reach her. I only found out the problem when I asked a ticket agent at Euston station for assistance. Front desk should have been aware of this. A few days later I was told the phones were not working properly and missed a call in my room from a relative when I stepped out to use a public phone. Overall, the hotel was comfortable and staff friendly. Since there are many hotels in this area I would look to try another." (97957703)

    The breakfast room was neat and tidy; nice selection of food included in the full breakfast with room. The location of the hotel is fantastic with close proximity to rail and bus lines.

    the room was small but that is to be expected in the UK. It was comfortable and tidy. The bathroom could have been cleaner, particularly the shower curtain.

  • 7/10 Anonymous (Family with young children) 

    on  April 11, 2008

    cheap, big breakfast, clean.

    walls like paper.

  • 5/10 Edna (Mature couple) 

    from Ashford , GB on  April 11, 2008

    "The entrance was elegant from the outside, however it smelt of stale cigarettes as soon as we entered the building. The net curtains were grey and the room was difficult to move around a suitcase. As our train departed very early we asked for a small packed breakfast, this we did in advance on our booking form. This was not available." (97846724)

    Close to St Pancras station.

    Grubby appearance.

  • 5/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  April 10, 2008

    "size of room and other details as much as possible" (97289096)

    good location

    bathroom, size of room

  • 8/10 Anonymous (Family with young children) 

    on  April 6, 2008

    "Clean/warm hotel, where staff are very keen to do anything to help. This make it a very homely hotel. Would have liked a bar area. Overall - would recommend this hotel." (97138855)

    Very convenient for Euston/ Kings Cross mainline and tube stations. Friendly staff, both in reception, and at breakfast.

    Very hot throughout hotel, particularly in small room. sold as a double room, but really only a single room, with a double bed squeezed into it!

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  April 5, 2008

    "A photo showing the rooms to give an indication of size." (97838612)

    It's location

  • 9/10 A (Young couple) 

    from Hull , GB on  April 4, 2008

    "Overall the food was nice and the staff were very curtious, the hotel was very clean and we would stay again! I didn't realise when I made the booking that the hotel didn't provide facilities for an evening meal, but there are plenty of places to eat nearby!" (97144185)

    Pleasent cosy hotel, liked the fact that we were close to kings cross station for the underground etc!

    On the first night there was a considerable amount of noise from a room next to us between 2am and 6am!!! The tv didn't have a very good picture channel 5 had the best signal!

  • 6/10 Anonymous (Same sex couple) 

    on  April 3, 2008

    1. Room was clean 2. Bed comfortable 3. Breakfast was good 4. Good service in dining room 5. Pleasant staff on reception

    1.The fittings were shabby 2. TV did not work properly 3.Floor extremely creaky 4. Shower curtain was grubby 5. Room as a whole needed refurbishment urgently 6. Door of wardrobe was hanging off hinges 7. Sound proofing was poor so we were woken on 2 nights by noisy guests above. 8. Room space small for 2 people

  • 5/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  April 2, 2008

    "The hotel was situated in an ideal location. The staff were friendly. The booking process was excellent. The desk was manned 24 hours a day and so someone was on hand at all times. Our baggage was left with the desk and was secure. However...the sink was disgusting, blocked with old hairs. The shower head needed de-scaling as it was clogged up. The rooms were incredibly thin and everything could be heard around. The floor boards on the above room were so squeaky that everytime the couple walked around (at 3am!) we heard them. The television in the room only had one channel working correctly the others had no signal. Overall, I would not chose the hotel for a future stay :-(" (97568486)

    It was close to the train station and surrounded by good eating and drinking places.

    The room was very small and the walls were paper thin...every noise from the rooms could be heard. The sink plug was full of hair. The shower head was clogged up. The bedding had stains on the bottom sheet.

  • 5/10 Anonymous (Solo business traveller) 

    on  February 22, 2008

    "The site makes the hotel look clean and inviting, and to be fair the staff, outward appearance and the public areas are perfectly acceptable. However the room was on the small side, and would have been unacceptable for two people. The bathroom was small too, but the shower was the worst part. It was too small, the showerhead too low, the grotty shower curtain allowed the water to spray right through it on to the bathroom floor (when it wasn't sticking to my legs), and the shower tray was leaking onto the floor. Altogether showering was a cramped and unpleasant experience - not what you need first thing in the morning. The room was warm and smelled of bleach or carpet cleaner, and became muggy very quickly. The radiator could be adjusted which was great, but the window had no latch so kept blowing right open even in the lightest of breezes. Waking up with a thick meant a nice shower was in order... But not in that shower thanks!" (97724630)

    Staff were friendly and efficient. Public Areas were clean and tidy, although the lights weren't working in the main stairwell.

    Room was small but functional. Bathroom was very small, but the shower was the worst. It was tiny and cramped and the showerhead was far too low. Room was stuffy and the window had no latch so kept blowing open fully. TV picture was rubbish.

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  • 3/10 Anonymous (Solo business traveller) 

    on  March 9, 2008

    "Poor hotel - traffic noise horrendous. Check in unprofessional. State of security poor. Noise from traffic precldued a good nights sleep. Woke up four times. Rooms were freezing cold. My bathroom in the final room (honeymoon suite) was excellent, but the housekeepping standards in hotel were not good - cobwebs everywhere and stains and dirty handmarks on all the doors." (97265064)

    the bathroom in the honeymoon suite (I obtained this room because the doors would not lock in the first 3 rooms we tried)

    appalling security - locks on doors were broken, I had to move room three times to find a door with a lock that worked. No breakfast until 7.30 and no food to take away when I left at 7.20am. Freezing cold rooms/ Housekeeping standard not good. Traffic noise horrendous.

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  March 9, 2008

    "We were staying in Lonodn to go to a gig in Alexandra Palace. the hotel was easy walking ditance from kings Cross which is on the underground route direct to SAlexandra Palace. Staff friendly." (97524094)

    Easy to find. Close to rail links. Close to local pubs...theres one next door.

    Rooms small.

  • 6/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  March 7, 2008

    "Fairly good. The hotel was relatively quiet. Rooms are clean and well-equiped. The location in regards to airports is perfect." (97149178)

    The room was small but well equiped with practical things such as hair dryer, coffee maker...

    Construction work in front of hotel.

  • 4/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  March 7, 2008

    "Small room, when booking for 4 nights size of room should be on details. Room very poor, bathroom small no vent axia, TV poor even after second one brought, first still left. Ceiling paper hanging off, tiles loose in bathroom. Breakfast excellent and staff attentive." (97179615)

    The breakfast. Convenient position.

    The size and state of the room. The paper was coming off the ceiling the showerr cubicle only suitable for a small child , no vent axia. Tiles loose

  • 8/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  March 5, 2008

    Friendly staff, nice diningroom

    Smell of cigarettesmoke in our room.

  • 8/10 David (Solo business traveller) 

    from Windermere , GB on  March 1, 2008

    "I've stayed a number of times at this hotel and will continue to do so. It's very convenient to Euston Station and underground links. The staff are courteous and friendly. Full English breakfast is minimal but adequate, and freshly cooked. The shower cubicle was very small and had a fixed shower head - I prefer a power shower." (97780491)

    Friendlines of the staff. Very convenient geographically.

    Shower - too small (& 'fixed show head')

  • 7/10 Anonymous (Family with young children) 

    on  February 29, 2008

    "The window in the room I was in need upgrading. No ventilation in bathroom/toilet. There were cigarette smell in the bathroom. Reception was friendly." (97597143)

    Conveniently located and within easy access to major train station and underground tube. Breakfast was small but adequate with options available. Breakfast room was clean and tidy. You get the basics you paid for.

  • 9/10 Susan (Other) 

    from Dundee , GB on  February 27, 2008

    "polite cheery staff.good service excellent value for monet.would stay again.nothing spectacular but does for a few nights break!nice and central to anywhere in london." (97965370)

    it was small but just right with enough amenities to do you!

  • 8/10 Anonymous (Other) 

    on  February 26, 2008

    The room was very small and smelt a bit musky. I think there should have been more heating on in the hotel as it was quite cold.

  • 8/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  February 21, 2008

    clean and basic for overnight stay tv did not work, staff came within minutes to explain about having to fix aerial. Breakfast good, plenty of choice, staff very friendly and polite

    nothing

  • 4/10 Antony (Solo business traveller) 

    from Cleckheaton , GB on  February 20, 2008

    The room was small, the shower required a good cleaning and the rooms require decorating

  • 4/10 Dominic (Family with young children) 

    from Salford , GB on  February 20, 2008

    "The hall ways and entrance are much cleaner and more presentable than the rooms. Free internet and good breakfast were the best points. The rooms need updating. TV didn't work, hair dryer was partially melted, bathroom was the worst bit, smelly, dirty and generally in need of ripping out and new installation." (97590435)

    Good Breakfast included

    Small room, TV didn't work very well, en suit was smelly and scfuffy shower was very small had to bend down under the shower head.

  • 5/10 Anonymous (Group of adult friends) 

    on  February 19, 2008

    "The room was extremely small, the shower was not big enough for an average sized human being. The hotel was extremely old, noisey, creekey and the TV did not work." (97010787)

    The staff

    the room

  • 8/10 Anonymous (Group of adult friends) 

    on  February 14, 2008

    "The overall impression was good. I work in London and commute on a daily basis. I have been looking for a hotel to use on occasions if I am late or am going out in the evening after work. I will make a note of this hotel for future reference." (97303989)

    The staff were polite and helpful. The room was clean and the breaffast choices were good.

    The room decor and en-suite could do with a bit of a refresh.

  • 6/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  February 14, 2008

    "I expected more from this hotel to be perfectly honest but it did a job as a budget place to stay in a great location." (97944044)

    The breakfast sevice was great and the staff were always friendly and willing to help.

    The 'garden view' was a few paving slabs and an overturned matress, not exactly appealing. The bathroom smelled and the shower was prehistoric.

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Solo business traveller) 

    on  February 12, 2008

    "Great location. Excellent breakfast. Super friendly service both waiting and reception staff. Rooms were old and small and the TV was rubbish but free WiFi (good speeds as well so you can make the most of the BBC iPlayer) I'll stay again. It was clean and quiet (Job done)" (97283770)

    Amazing value for London. Good breakfast and excellent service. Room was very quiet considering

    Room was a bit small (but it's London, remember so no surprise)

  • 8/10 Tracey (Group of adult friends) 

    from Stowmarket , GB on  February 12, 2008

    the friendly and helpful staff and the wonderful breakfast the next morning

    not all the lights worked in the room

  • 7/10 Hazel (Mature couple) 

    from Westfield , GB on  February 12, 2008

    "The shower was so small my husband could only just get in." (97645952)

    nice breakfast room, well presented and cooked breakfast.

    the bed was against the wall.

  • 8/10 Anonymous (Same sex couple) 

    on  April 12, 2008

    within walking distance of St Pancras/Kings Cross stations

    Only double beds; no single beds in twin room

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