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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).

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8.4 guest rating
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YHA St. PancrasHostel

79-81 Euston Road, (King's Cross)

Distance to British Library: 0.05 km (0.03 miles)

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Despite being a youth hostel, the YHA St. Pancras Hostel is an altogether sleeker operation than many of its B&B neighbors.

YHA St. Pancras, London

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7.2 guest rating
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Alhambra Hotel2 star hotel2 star hotel

17-19 Argyle Street (King's Cross)

Distance to British Library: 0.21 km (0.13 miles)

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In the guesthouse-laden blocks south of King's Cross, Alhambra stands out. Its rooms are spotless and its staff focused like a laser beam on customer satisfaction.

Alhambra Hotel, London
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Premier Inn London Euston3 star hotel3 star hotel3 star hotel

1 Duke's Road (King's Cross)

Distance to British Library: 0.23 km (0.14 miles)

EuroCheapo Review: Alright, we admit it: the Premier Travel Inn is business lodging. So be it. Lots of amenities, the right price, and a fantastic location near the British Library mean the EuroCheapo team is simply obligated to recommend it.

Premier Inn London Euston, London

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Jenkins HotelB&B

45 Cartwright Gardens (King's Cross)

Distance to British Library: 0.25 km (0.15 miles)

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The Jenkins Hotel is a small, cozy hotel housed in a Georgian mansion set in the charming bed-and-breakfast scene along Cartwright Gardens.

Jenkins Hotel, London

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Princess Hotel3 star hotel3 star hotel3 star hotel

35/37 Argyle St. (King's Cross)

Distance to British Library: 0.26 km (0.16 miles)

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A friendly 20-room guesthouse, the Princess Hotel maintains a good budget-friendly standard that will satisfy bargain-hunting visitors to London.

Princess Hotel, London

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