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Russell Square Hotel

3.0 star property
City centre guesthouse within walking distance of Russell Square

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Family Suite, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Suite, Kitchen | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Flat-screen TV
Family Suite, Kitchen | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Russell Square Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Russell Square and University College London. Also, The British Museum and Leicester Square are a short five-minute drive away. Public transportation is only a short walk: Russell Square Underground Station is steps away and Holborn Underground Station is 10 minutes.

Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (3)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Digital TV service
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Suite, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Family Suite, Kitchen

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Oven
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
11 Bernard St, London, England, WC1N 1LN

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University College London - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The British Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of London - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • London (LCY-London City) - 21 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 51 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 63 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 69 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 79 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 91 min drive
  • London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • London Euston Station - 12 min walk
  • London (QQS-St. Pancras International Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Russell Square Underground Station - 1 min walk
  • Holborn Underground Station - 10 min walk
  • Goodge Street Underground Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Russell Square Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Marquis of Cornwallis - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fortitude Bakehouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fitz's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Russell Square Hotel

Russell Square Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Russell Square and University College London. Also, The British Museum and Leicester Square are a short five-minute drive away. Public transportation is only a short walk: Russell Square Underground Station is steps away and Holborn Underground Station is 10 minutes.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 16
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche

Also known as

Russell House Hotel London
Russell House London
Russell Square Hotel London
Russell Square Hotel Guesthouse
Russell Square Hotel Guesthouse London

Frequently asked questions

Does Russell Square Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Russell Square Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Russell Square Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Russell Square Hotel?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Russell Square Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Russell Square Hotel?

You can check in starting at 4 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Russell Square Hotel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Russell Square (2-min walk) and University College London (3-min walk), along with Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children (6-min walk) and University of London (8-min walk).

What's the area around Russell Square Hotel like?

Russell Square Hotel is in London City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Russell Square Underground Station and 9 minutes' walk from The British Museum.

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Russell Square Hotel Reviews

Reviews

5.2

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.4/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Kitchen
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Reviews

6/10

Locality great hotel poor
3-night trip

8/10

A bit dated, but clean and perfect for staying in town after office xmas party.
1-night trip

10/10

The hotel is located just next to the Tube station Russell Square. The rooms were clean and everything worked well.
1-night trip

8/10

Was ok … just stayed one night and wanted a cheap hotel. Close to Eurostar start line. Was clean and bed comfy…
1-night trip

8/10

Good location. Easy check in and out. Soap and shampoo provided. A little dated.
2-night trip

8/10

Very basic hostel level but the location is excellent, literally two steps from Piccadilly line underground from Heathrow. Lots of restaurants close by and good 24hr Tesco opposite. Clean but old premises, comfortable beds. Family room in the basement is great for 4-5 people and has full kitchen (old style).
4-night trip

6/10

Read other reviews of bed bugs and dirt and was concerned - stayed on top floor: it was clean, no trace of pests. The bathroom was a retro 80s set up, nothing to fault. You pay for what you get: the Russell is basic but ideal for seeing London. Stayed in far more expensive places that have been far worse.
3-night trip

8/10

The location is great, our room was clean, and the beds were comfortable. The entrance and hallway are beat-up and smell funky but the bedroom and shared bath were fine. Not a fancy place, but a good price. The location is surprisingly quiet, even though it is right next to the Russell Square station.

4/10

This is not a hotel, it’s basically a room that was rented. There’s no service, no amenities, we took out our garbage after a few days. It’s hot and tiny for three people. It was a great location, and quiet. It’s cheaper than most “hotels” in London but there are reasons why it’s cheaper.
5-night trip

4/10

No hot water. Otherwise room was adequate and seemed very clean. More like a hostel than a hotel. Well sited.
1-night trip

2/10

This is not a hotel just a series of rooms
1-night trip

2/10

This is a conveniently located absolute dump. Trashy in all respects. Last renovated in the 70s it is used furniture from a bad yard sale.
2-night trip

6/10

pretty poor standard for that prize, no service, very basic and narrow
6-night trip

2/10

The staff are terrible poor customer services
9-night trip

2/10

Bedbugs everywhere (yes we have photos) - forced to leave early into multi-day stay. Staff non-existent. Management unresponsive to email, phone, and Expedia. Bedbugs so bad that it required visit to doctor, prescription steroids, destruction of some luggage, enormous cleaning expense. No refund.
11-night trip

6/10

Ideal for a one- nighter, comfortable but basic. Let down by difficulty in communication! Their idea of 24 hour reception is going outside and ringing the doorbell to get attention! Their phone number on the website is invalid and they don't respond to messages via the website either so that was frustrating when I was trying to ensure that I could leave my bag prior to check-in
1-night trip

8/10

The property was not what it appeared to be in photos, and there was a bad odor that was helped by opening the window and blowing the fan. Toilet seat was broken and the overhead light failed to illuminate at times.
4-night trip

2/10

That's not a 3 star hotel. Zero stars.... the room was soooo small not like in the pictures In room number 6 I've been bitten by some bed bugs. The hotel is not recommended guys. Try to avoid it and dont try to save some money
3-night trip

4/10

I stayed at The Russell Square hotel for an overnight stay while working in London. Desperate times call for desperate measures but this was genuinely the only hotel I could find for less than £200 in central London. Arriving at around 11pm, I was given my key and walked up the narrow flight of stairs to my room. It was reminiscent of a student bedroom from the 80's and in desperate need of modernisation. Wouldn't stay here again if I had a choice.
1-night trip

4/10

The room was much smaller than expected,3 people in it would have been impossible. There was nowhere to hang clothes. Very basic funishing and decorations. No one serviced the room in the 3 days, not even to empty waste bin.
3-night trip

8/10

Our short stay was fine. I would suggest 3 of things. 1) a few more hangers. We were 3 and only had 2 hangers 2) state in your writeup that there is a hair dryer. 3) organise something so one can contact the hotel. The number provided 02032896304 and 02078377686 are never answered. While some complained about the noise we never heard anything. The furniture and carpeting are dated but clean and functional. The room was quite small for 3 but as we were only there to sleep it didn't bother us. The location is a 100% advantage so well worth the price.
2-night trip

4/10

This was the worst hotel I ever stayed, for £200 for 2 nights I had nothing in the room, no kettle to, no tea or coffee, no breakfast. Even it was a 3 star hotel it had to have all this, I expected. When I asked the owner for the kettle, he gave me a broken one, I had to ask for another. I don't like asking. For £200 I should have booked a better hotel.
2-night trip

2/10

Our room was a triple with a shared bathroom. This room is not shown on the website BEWARE. This room is more like a hostel not hotel. There is no air, no fridge, no tv remote. No coffee, kettle or anything. The bedroom is not a solid door so lights go on and off all night as people come and go. Beds are horribly hard. The shared bathroom we had was the pink one shown on the website and the pictures make it look good. It is not. However there is a 25 hour store across the street to get what you need. The location is good. 15 minute walk to the train station and the tube is right next door. If you are looking for a very basic no amenities room this would be for you
3-night trip

4/10

Writing this review with a heavy heart. We were previous occupants at this hotel back in 2022 and had an amazing experience. Now visiting again in 2024 it was a more than disappointing experience. The staff was invisible after ringing the bell multiple times for maintenance. We stayed 5 nights with no maid service in sight, after requesting new towels, sheets, etc. Toilet was out of order for our room and weren’t offered any accommodations. Staff said they’d have a plumber come out and fix it the following day… no plumber came! Cleanliness of our room was poor. Hair was everywhere in the bathroom, on the floor, sink, shower… even in the bed! Bathroom smelled of mold and mildew. The only redeeming factor was the location of this place. Right next to the tube and near many food options/ attractions. For the price, you get what you get.
2-night trip

4/10

Standard very poor outdated and shabby! No en-suite and bathroom old. Bathroom light didn’t work 1st night! No bedside table or tea /coffee making facilities! Bedroom door had a large glass panel so constantly disturbed by outside light. On top of this the cost was not cheap so extremely disappointing for price paid
2-night trip