A model of hospitality and architectural brilliance, this iconic hotel staircase and ceiling view will leave you in awe as the sun-drenched windows light up the ornate decor.
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Easy
Accessbility
Public Location
Hours
Anytime
Fee
Free
Pack
Wide-angle lens (15mm)
How to get there
N51° 31' 46.488"W0° 07' 34.1004"
The image is of the staircase ceiling and windows 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. Walk up the first flight and then look up to see this view.
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
Morning, Mid-day, Late afternoon
All months of the year are suitable to photograph St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London ceiling and windows.
For similar lighting conditions, visit when the sun is out and shining through the windows, illuminating the whole staircase.
Field tips
By using a wide-angle lens (15mm) you will be able to maximize your framing of the surrounding architecture.
Get low on the ground and then look up for this view. The lower, the better! I chose to center the tallest window in the center of my frame. This gave my image a symmetrical effect.
Experiment with the different perspectives this gorgeous location offers. The staircase is just as photogenic as the ceiling, so get creative.
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