Recognized mostly from the Spice Girls "Wannabe" music video, this famous three-tier hotel staircase is stunning. The deep red walls, patterned carpet and large windows make this location a versatile backdrop for all kinds of photos.
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Easy
Accessbility
Public Location
Hours
Anytime
Fee
Free
Pack
Wide-angle lens (16mm)
How to get there
N51° 31' 46.488"W0° 07' 34.1004"
The image is of the three-tier staircase inside the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel London. To reach these stairs, walk through the main entrance through the archway and lobby and then head to the lefthand side of the building where you'll see the main stairs that lead up to the bedrooms.
By London Underground:
- Closest station: King's Cross St Pancras Underground Station (via Circle, Metropolitan, Northern, Piccadilly, Victoria, Hammersmith & City)
- Head south and then turn right toward Euston Rd/A501
- Follow the road and the hotel will be on your right
Address:
St Pancras Renaissance Hotel London, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London NW1 2AR, United Kingdom
Tips
When to go
Best season
All months
Best time
Night
St Pancras Renaissance Hotel London is accessible during any month.
The view of the hotel stairs will be as equally good during the day as it is at night. In this particular shot I photographed at night to capture the dark sky coming through the windows.
During sunset, the light will come through and create interesting shadow patterns.
Field tips
Look at the designs on the carpet and use them as guidance to symmetrically align yourself in the center of the room.
Walk to the middle section of the stairs and look up. You'll get an amazing view of the ornate ceiling from this perspective.
You can also go all the way up to the top of the stairs and look down for a view of the entire staircase as it elegantly descends onto the first floor.
Current weather
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Sunset
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Do nearby
Visit Kings Cross Station. This giant transportation hub also features the famous Platform 9 and 3/4 from Harry Potter.
For trendy shops, hip bars and great restaurants, go to the Coals Drop Yard complex.