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Goodenough College located in Bloomsbury, a vibrant and trendy area in central London. Bloomsbury is close to the underground, bus and mainline transport links and is an ideal location for sightseeing all the attractions in London.

Offering a choice of accommodation either at London House, The Goodenough on Mecklenburgh Square or William Goodenough residence which is all located on the picturesque Mecklenburgh Square.
London House Bloomsbury offers clean, comfortable, room-only accommodation in single rooms with an option of separate male and female rooms with shared bathroom facilities or double ensuite. There are also a limited number of self-contained flats available.

Breakfast/meals are not included in the rate of the room but can be purchased separately at the restaurant's cash tills and are served in the Great Hall.

William Goodenough House offers student style accommodation on a room-only basis in single bedrooms with private bathroom facilities. A communal kitchen is available.

The Goodenough on Mecklenburgh Square provides 4* guest accommodation overlooking the beautiful Mecklenburgh Square gardens in the heart of Bloomsbury.

All properties are unfortunately unable to accommodate guests who are under 18 years old un-accompanied.

Check in: 15:00 (3:00pm) - 00:00 (12:00am) (arrivals may be allowed outside this window if your travel plans can't be adjusted however this is subject to availability)

Check out: 11:00 (11:00am) - 11:00 (11:00am)

History

Goodenough College is a charity that provides residential accommodation for postgraduate students from all over the world. A lively and supportive community which has been thriving here since 1930.

Food & beverage

London House offers the following dining options where meals can be purchased separately at the restaurant's cash tills:

The College provides a subsidised catering service of breakfast, lunch and dinner, 365 days of the year. Meals are not included in the room rate at the time of booking however can be purchased separately at the College. Please see below for catering times:

Breakfast and dinner are served in the Great Hall and lunch is served in Freddie’s Bar, which stocks a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as cakes, snacks and meals throughout the day.

Breakfast Times:
Monday to Friday 07.30am - 10.15am & Saturday to Sunday 08.00am -12noon

Lunch:
Monday to Friday 12.00pm - 2.00pm

Dinner:
Monday to Friday 6.30pm - 8.30pm & Saturday and Sunday 08.00am - 8.00pm

William Goodenough offers the following dining options and all meals can be purchased separately from the College on-site restaurant:

A choice of continental or full English breakfast is available:
Monday to Friday 07.30am to 10.15am & Saturday to Sunday 08.00am -12 noon

Lunch available from 12 noon until 2.00pm with hot and cold selections available.

Bar service available in both houses until 11:00pm stocking a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

There are no shops within the premises, but the neighbourhood enjoys a variety of shopping places such as the Brunswick Shopping centre and also corner shops all within walking distance where food items can be purchased.

The Goodenough on Mecklenburgh Square offers the following dining options:

A choice of continental breakfast or cooked items are available which is included in your room rate:
Guest Lounge for continental breakfast: Monday to Friday 06.30am to 09.30am & Saturday to Sunday 07:30-10:30 for a "Grab-n-Go" breakfast.

Great Hall for full English cooked breakfast is available Mon-Fri 07:30-10:15am or weekends from 8am-11am.

Following breakfast, a cafe service is available with sandwiches and wraps until 5.00pm and cold snacks. This is an additional charge.

In the evening, the G-Bar is open from 8.00pm stocking a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

Other facilities

London House Facilities Include:

Free broadband internet in all the rooms and wireless in the common areas.

Two coin-operated launderettes & 24-hour reception.

William Goodenough House Facilities Include:

Free broadband internet in all the rooms and wireless in the common areas. 24-hour reception.

The Goodenough on Mecklenburgh Square Facilities Include:

Due to restrictions imposed on this listed building status, there is no lift but there is always someone on hand to help with luggage. The College access statement is available on the College website.

All 3 properties offer daily membership to Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing Centre and daily passes can be purchased from the Hotel reception for an additional charge. The College holds regular events in which guests are most welcome to attend.

Availability

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Excellent accommodation in hall of residence; small fridge in room, friendly & helpful staff, super location! 12 min walk to King's X, 5 min to Brunswick Centre (mini Sainsbury's AND a bigger Waitrose), plenty of nearby bus routes. I'll be back!
Anon 18/07/2022

Have stayed at Goodenough College before. The location is exceptional and the whole place is spotlessly clean. This time I discovered the roof terrace. Had a meal At Freddies and it was delicious. Great value for the money.
Anon 01/08/2022

I love coming to stay at Goodenough College, especially as it is within walking distance of King's Cross. It is so quiet at night. It is just such a lovely place and the staff are all so kind and helpful.
AlisonS 21/05/2023

I was very pleased with the quiet and pleasant location. The rooms and facilities were spotless, the staff friendly and the breakfast as good or better than a lot of hotels.
Anon 26/05/2023

Charming and helpful staff. Quiet accommodation in a great location. Modest facilities but very good value for money. Overall: a very satisfied customet. Thank you.
ColinC 28/08/2022

Comfortable stay in good area at good price. Good value for money and friendly / helpful staff.
Anon 08/08/2022

Was placed on male floor instead of female floor but not too much of a problem.
PennyE 12/08/2022

Excellent all round and value for money in London. Will stay here again.
LouiseG 04/09/2022

Would definitely return. Only thing missing was a plug for the bath.
KevinP 13/10/2022

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Facilities & information

Summary

20th century buildings

Public car parking for a charge (nearby)

Historic property

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Free broadband access (wired)

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Arrival information and directions

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Address: Goodenough College, William Goodenough House, Mecklenburgh Square, London, LondonWC1N 2AN, United Kingdom

London House Check-In & Arrival Information:

Please check-in at Reception.

From Kings Cross Tube Station:

Go out of Gray's Inn Road exit (near Hammersmith and City entrance). Follow Gray's Inn Road for about 1/4 mile until you reach Heathcote Street on the right. Turn right into Heathcote Street and then immediately left into Mecklenburgh Street. The London House is 300 metres up this road on the right-hand side.

From Russell Square Tube Station:

Turn right out of the station and go down to the roundabout at Brunswick Square. Go straight over the roundabout. After 50 metres the road bends round to the right and 50 metres further on turn left at T junction onto Guilford Street. After 200 metres take first left onto Mecklenburgh Street, London House is on your right.

William Goodenough Check-In & Arrival Information:

From Kings Cross Tube Station:

As above and William Goodenough House is directly on the right-hand side when you reach Mecklenburgh Street.

From Russell Square Tube Station:

As above and take first left onto Mecklenburgh Street, follow the road around the garden square to the left. William Goodenough House is on the far side of the square.

The Goodenough on Mecklenburgh Square: Check-In & Arrival Information:

From Kings Cross Tube Station as above and the Hotel is 200 metres up Mecklenburgh Street road on the left-hand side.

From Russell Square Tube Station: As above.

By Car: Please note that central London operates a Congestion Charge zone between the hours of 7.00am - 6.30pm Monday to Friday, excluding Public Holidays. The current daily charge when entering the zone is £11.50, to find out more and how to pay please visit the following website www.cclondon.com

Mecklenburgh Square has parking restrictions that begin at 8.30am and continue until 6.30pm. Much of the Square is for residential parking only. There is an NCP car park located nearby at 40 Bernard Street London WC1N 1HT. Tel: 0207 833 9956.

Heathrow Airport: Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the closest. Distance: 18 miles/29KMs. A taxi will take 1 hour at a charge of around £55.00 one way. You can also take the Piccadilly Line tube from Terminals 1,2,3, 4 or 5 direct to King’s Cross St. Pancras station. Alternatively, take the Heathrow Express to Paddington station and change for the circle line to Kings Cross station. When you arrive at the station follow the directions above.

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