The Standard London

Where:
London, UK
Why:For a staycation
When:July 2021
Who:My boyfriend and I

"A retro design-lover's dream"

AT A GLANCE: In the heart of King’s Cross, The Standard London has more than just the location to brag about. The 266 key hotel stuns you from the moment you arrive at its brutalist façade, from an on-point interior design that evokes a retro vibe to abundantly stocked rooms — a massive bathtub, well-curated minibar, and even a peloton on request, not to mention the larger-than-life views. The food is exceptional, whichever restaurant you pick, and Decimo on the tenth floor is the hottest place to be in London on a Friday night. Perfect for a little solo soirée or a romantic city break, The Standard does not disappoint.

The brutalist architecture

Up we go!

Coziest room

The gigantic in-room bathtub

Little details making the welcome even sweeter!

View form the room

The Queen

Enjoying drinks on the rooftop before dinner

The rooftop

Checking out the views!

Design details on point

The view from our room

Decimo restaurant

Getting the party started with scallops and mezcal margaritas

The most delicious pork I've ever eaten

The gorgeous library

Highs & Lows

The 10th floor restaurant, Decimo — one word: wow. The views, the glamor, our brilliant waiter — Lucio; the most delicious scallops I’ve ever eaten; black bean tacos and mezcal margaritas — just a few of the highlights. Absolute heaven.
The most incredible interior design — every detail is so considered. It's a retro design-lover’s mecca.
The late 12 noon check out meaning you don’t have to rush your morning pancakes in Double Standard.
The huge bath in our room and the brilliantly stocked minibar to accompany a late night dip.

The rooftop bar gets busy so be sure to book a table if you want to head up there for drinks before dinner.

The Barometer

Design
Location
Future Forward
Night's Sleep
Service

Amenities
Takeable Treats
Refer a Friend
Overall Value
Life Changing

Total: 48/50

Important Bits

Type
Design Hotel
Vibe
Uber cool and unbelievably chic
Location
In the heart of King's Cross
Rooms
266
Pre-Arrival & Arrival Experience
Smooth
Future Forward
The hotel recycles, composts, uses locally sourced ingredients where possible, and ensures its cleaning products are Earth-kind
Music
Cool and vibey
Year Opened
2019
Designed By
Exterior architecture by Orms, interior design by Shawn Hausman Design, and interior architect Archer Humphryes
Health & Wellness
There's a hotel gym but sadly we weren't feeling quite active enough to try it out
Food
Head to the rooftop for cocktails and light bites, Double Standard for burgers, or Decimo for a Spanish/Mexican fusion by Michelin-starred Chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias
Bar, Events & Nightlife
Floor-to-ceiling windows and dramatic views across the London skyline, as well as an impressive roster of DJs, make Decimo one of the hottest places to be in London on a Friday night
Minibar & Retail
The minibar is excellently stocked
Accessibility
The hotel is wheelchair accessible throughout
Pet Friendly
Yes
Children
Yes
Price
Reassuringly expensive
Tel.
+44 20 3981 8888
Website
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The Standard sits just across the road from King's Cross St. Pancras station — perfect if you're traveling there from outside of London, or, like me, heading down to the South Coast for a day on the beach after you check out! Hop on the Victoria Line from King's Cross and find yourself in SoHo in around 10 minutes for a plethora of cool shops, restaurants and bars.

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