Title: James Lighthill House (Residence) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=101240690&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # James Lighthill House Residence in London, near The British Museum ## Photo gallery for James Lighthill House ![Front of property - James Lighthill House (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101250000/101240700/101240690/b6249c7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - James Lighthill House (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101250000/101240700/101240690/4975663c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils, freezer - James Lighthill House (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101250000/101240700/101240690/w998h686x0y3-1589a374.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Single Room - James Lighthill House (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101250000/101240700/101240690/e3f0b07f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils, freezer - James Lighthill House (London)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101250000/101240700/101240690/fbffd31e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies James Lighthill House, near Russell Square, offers practical amenities for independent travelers. The 24-hour front desk provides assistance, while communal kitchens have refrigerators, microwaves, and freezers. Laundry facilities complete the self-sufficient experience. ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Laundry - 24/7 front desk ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### James Lighthill House Residence in London, near The British Museum This smoke-free residence features laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk. Guest accommodations at this residence offer shared/communal kitchens. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Freezer - Microwave - Refrigerator - Shared kitchen access ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115610000/115602500/115602433/6c44acfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish Kings Cross Apartment with Garden Retreat London City Centre - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - 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The British Museum and Royal Albert Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include St. Paul's Cathedral and Big Ben. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Emirates Stadium or Alexandra Palace. [Visit our London travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/London.dx178279) [View more Residences in London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Residences.d178279-aaResidences.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.53071%2C-0.11453&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jB8erfCjh9BvAJg7DWl7uyKz1pw=) 3 Penton Rise, London, England, WC1X 9EN ### What's nearby - ![Low angle shot of the Sadlers Wells Theatre sign captured on a sunny day in London, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079073/09549af6-848f-40cb-b978-08905493bf40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sadler's Wells Theatre 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - ![Beautiful view of the garden in Russell square with residential buildings view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507740/f0d8640e-d14f-4067-b8ec-8cb3adc4d8cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Russell Square 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - ![The British Museum featuring interior views as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501529/ff2f6acb-b00c-4e77-93a0-f1df7c75d94e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The British Museum 6 min drive \- 2.7 km - The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - St Pancras Chambers 10 min walk \- 0.9 km ### Getting around - London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) 8 min walk - Angel Underground Station 8 min walk - London City Airport (LCY) 44 min drive ### Restaurants - The Lexington 4 min walk - Bar 60 Doubletree Hotel 5 min walk - Honest Burgers King's Cross 5 min walk - Breakfast @ Double Tree 5 min walk - Mildreds 4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is James Lighthill House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at James Lighthill House? ### What time is check-out at James Lighthill House? ### Where is James Lighthill House located? ## Have a question? 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