The Romance of Rail
And Three for Two Offer at the Goodenough
There is something inherently romantic about train stations: the thrill of departures, the anticipation of arrivals, the bittersweet goodbyes under vaulted roofs. In London, nowhere is this sense of nostalgia and possibility more vividly felt than at St Pancras and King’s Cross. Standing side by side in the heart of the city, these two landmarks are more than mere transit hubs; they are architectural masterpieces and emotional touchstones, where the past and future meet with every passing train. And in this, the 200th anniversary of trains in the UK, they stand as proud symbols of a love affair with rail travel that has shaped generations and connected countless journeys.
St Pancras International, with its soaring Gothic Revival façade and elegant ironwork, evokes a sense of grandeur rarely found in modern travel. Saved from demolition in the 1960s and lovingly restored, it now serves as the London terminal for Eurostar, linking the city romantically to Paris and Brussels in just a few hours. Inside, beneath the glass-and-steel canopy, travellers pause beneath Paul Day’s bronze statue The Meeting Place or glance up at Tracey Emin’s neon sign, I Want My Time With You; a fitting tribute to connection and longing.
Next door, King’s Cross offers a quieter charm. Though more understated in design, it’s equally steeped in story - from the world-famous Platform 9¾ to the daily rhythm of reunions, chance encounters, and journeys yet to begin. Together, St Pancras and King’s Cross remind us that train stations are not just points of transit - they are places of hope, memory, and enduring magic.
Just a short stroll away, the Goodenough Hotel offers the perfect place to stay for those drawn to this captivating part of London. Set within elegant Georgian buildings around a peaceful garden square, it blends historic character with modern comfort: a calm retreat amid the city’s energy.
For those tempted to enjoy a longer, more unhurried stay, our three nights for the price of two offer provides the perfect opportunity to linger, explore at leisure, and experience London at a gentler pace.
We have extra savings for our followers - enter EDMOFFER on the website and set your stay to three nights or more.
24 hour cancellation
3 nights for the price of 2; discount is applied across every night.
Min. stay 3 night; max. 12 nights.
Room only - Breakfast can be added.
Subject to availability.