The best hotels in north London

One word: cookies. No, we haven't lost our minds, that's what you get when you check into the DoubleTree in Angel: a warm, freshly baked cookie. It's a novelty, sure, but a bloomin delicious one. Even without the warm goodies, standards are sly high at this four-star Hilton. It's located conveniently close to King's Cross & St Pancras stations, as well as Angel tube. There are plenty of quiet desk spaces for business guests and a fancy Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill that you enter from the lobby. You aren't going to get any especially stunning views round here, but the rooms are well equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, TVs and minibars. So you'll have a great time cosying up after exploring the big smoke. You're right next to superb transport links. 

A short walk from Hendon Central tube station, the Hide – set in two unassuming 1930s houses – is handy for Middlesex University and Wembley Stadium. Decor is classic noughties; think modern, colourful furnishings, flock wallpaper and wall-mounted TVs. If that doesn’t put you off then you’ll find this hotel a serene refuge from the busy suburban setting, with free wifi, mini-bars and comfortable beds, plus complimentary continental breakfast and a relaxed lounge-bar. You're near some great golf courses and parks here, but the Northen line will also get you into central in no time. It's an ideal spot for Wembley stadium too. 

You don’t expect to find an upmarket hotel in suburban north London, still less one set in a late nineteenth-century timber-framed building with a manicured courtyard garden. The light, fresh rooms – all of which have free wifi – look straight out of a catalogue, with modern dark-wood furniture, white and deep-purple fabrics and flock wallpaper. The hotel’s kosher breakfasts cater to its many Jewish guests (it’s a 20-minute walk from Golders Green), who can also order Shabbat meals on request. You're not terribly far from Hampstead Heath and Highgate Cemetery here, and Wembley Stadium is practically a stone's throw away. 

Situated above Gordon Ramsay’s eponymous restaurant, this John Nash-designed townhouse is a great place to get several slices of classic London life at once: Regent’s Park and London Zoo are within striking distance, while the music pubs and canal paths of Camden Town beckon. The nine individually designed, cosy rooms are decked out in classic British style, with period antiques, luxurious fabrics and rich hues. As well as the standard mod cons of an upmarket hotel, rooms also feature ghd hair straighteners for those don’t want to lower their standards through travelling light. For a lavish dining experience, you could just pop downstairs, but there's also plenty to eat and drink in this area, plus you can walk off the grub with a stroll up Primrose Hill. 

This budget option occupies a former pub on a corner of busy Essex Road, and offers 41 en suite modern rooms (plus a self-catering apartment for three) decked out with deep red and purple tones. Asian notes, such as the sari-style curtains, are a nod to the owner’s heritage, while modern conveniences include free wifi and TVs. The complimentary continental breakfast is served in a light, colourful breakfast room. Fans of Arsenal FC should note that it’s within walking distance (just) of Emirates Stadium. You're also close to great food options on Holloway Road and chic food plus lifestyle stores across Upper Street. If you want to venture across to the trendy East London, that's easily done on the Overgorund at Highbury & Islington, also. 

From the swanky lighting and the hand crafted furniture to the sleek decoration, everything about the Great Northern Hotel oozes glamour and sophistication. The British Library is great 'n all, but King's Cross station is your gateway to the rest of London (or Paris if you hop on the Eurostar). There's a 24-hour front desk which means the party can keep going for as long as you'd like it to. And do feel like you can go hard, the Hypnos beds (very expensive, very comfortable) will be more than restorative when you use them. 

Fancy falling asleep to the distant sound of lions roaring instead of roadside traffic? Danubius Hotel is tucked between Lord's Cricket ground and Regent's Park, with ZSL London Zoo just a 20-minute walk away. Snazzy design, spacious rooms and a yummy weekend carvery have earned it every one of its four stars. There's 24-hour room service too, so you can guarantee a decent meal whenever you want – that's living! When you venture out, the heart of London is just a small tube journey away. 

Don't be put off by the imposing gothic grandeur of this King's Cross hotel. Inside, the building has been sensitively restored, with a heady dose of decadence. You can't miss the grand staircase, which was just made for wedding photos. St Pancras Renaissance isn't cheap, but if you're looking for a five-star experience, then this place certainly delivers the goods. If you dare to leave the beautiful place you're calling home, you'll find you're a small walk from Kings Cross and St Pancras, meaning transport links are as good as they get. 

Opposite Kings Cross and St Pancras International for the Eurostar, this hotel has modern, stylish rooms with an rainfall shower and free wifi access. Megaro is a short walk from Camden and very well located for tube, train and bus links. Regent's Park and the British Museum are a short walk away. Each room also has a safe, air conditioning and a media system for movies and music. There's a nice little bar and restaurant inside too, so if you want to steer clear of the crowds, you're all set. 

Despite its location in a listed ex-courthouse, the Clink is a surprisingly comfortable stay and it's conveniently located just a ten-minute walk from King's Cross station. The place has a buzzy, youthful vibe, as indicated by the brightly coloured furniture, street art-inspired walls. While you'll want to use this as a great base for exploring the city, don't forget to pop down to the underground bar, there's often live music and djs there too.