Cheap hotels near British Library in London, United Kingdom

Originally housed within the British Museum, the British Library was established as an independent institution only in 1973. It is the largest library in the world and holds over 150 million items from across the globe.

Just about every media format you can imagine is found in the British Library, including books, newspapers, magazines, sound recordings, patents, drawings and even stamps. Items span 4,000 years, dating back to 2,000 BC.

Admission to the British Library is free, as are special exhibits held in the Sir John Ritblat Gallery. The museum is open every day; closed on public holidays. Visit the museum’s Web site for more information.

Hotels near the British Library: Plenty of cheap hostels and B&Bs are located around King’s Cross station, but be aware certain parts of the area can be a bit seedy. For a quieter option, the Bloomsbury neighborhood is itself loaded with literary history (and some affordable hotels).

 
Editor's Pick
Alhambra Hotel, London

#1 on the mapAlhambra Hotel

2 star star

Address 17-19 Argyle Street (King's Cross)

Offering spotless (if basic) rooms and friendly service, the Alhambra Hotel stands out among the many other hotels around King's Cross.

7.6 Guest Rating

Editor's Pick
Arosfa Hotel, London

Address 83 Gower Street (Bloomsbury)

The name of the hotel, Arosfa, means “a place to stay” in Welsh. We might suggest that another Welsh word, one meaning “gorgeous and lovely place good for value-hungry visitors” be applied as a replacement.

8.5 Guest Rating

From
$151

Check Rates

Arran House Hotel, London

Address 77 Gower Street (Bloomsbury)

One quickly senses that Arran House Hotel is a special place. Indeed, it is one of our favorites among the Gower Street guesthouse cluster.

7.6 Guest Rating

Editor's Pick
Astor Museum Inn, London

Address 27 Montague Street,Bloomsbury (Bloomsbury)

One of a number of Astor Hostels in London, the 100-bed Astor Museum Hostel has one of the best locations we can imagine.

8.2 Guest Rating

From
$110

Check Rates

Editor's Pick
Celtic Hotel, London

#5 on the mapCeltic Hotel

2 star star

Address 61-63 Guilford Street (Bloomsbury)

A well-run hotel with low nightly rates and decent, friendly owners is a gold mine for budget travelers. The 35-room Celtic Hotel is one such star of a hotel.

From
$123

No online booking

Check Rates for Checking Rates for No availability

x
EuroCheapo is currently checking rates for your dates

Note: This hotel does not offer online booking through our reservation partners. To see all available hotels in , please search below.