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Russell Square Hotel

3.0 star property

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Located close to Russell Square and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, Russell Square Hotel provides laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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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
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • 8 sq m
  • 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
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • 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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

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

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

Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Ensuite

Highlights

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

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

Family Room, Ensuite

Highlights

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

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Family Suite, Kitchen | Private kitchen

Family Suite, Kitchen

Highlights

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

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About the area

Located in London City Centre, a neighbourhood in London, Russell Square Hotel is near a metro station. Oxford Street and Covent Garden Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit London Eye and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. Russell Square and University College London are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our London travel guide
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11 Bernard St, London, England, WC1N 1LN

What's nearby

  • Beautiful view of the garden in Russell square with residential buildings view
    Russell Square
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The British Museum showing interior views as well as a large group of people
    The British Museum
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University College London
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of London
    6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station
    1 min walk
  • London (QQU-London Euston Train Station)
    12 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fitz's Brasserie
    2 min walk
  • Pret a Manger
    1 min walk
  • Noxy Brothers
    2 min walk
  • Caffe Tropea
    3 min walk
  • The Marquis Cornwallis
    2 min walk

About this property

Russell Square Hotel

Guest house near Russell Square
Located close to Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and University of London, Russell Square Hotel provides laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Russell Square Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is 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

Is Russell Square Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Russell Square Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Russell Square Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM.

What time is check-out at Russell Square Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Russell Square Hotel located?

Located in London City Centre, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Russell Square and University College London. Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and University of London are also within 10 minutes. Russell Square Underground Station is only a 2-minute walk and Holborn Underground Station is 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Russell Square Hotel Reviews

5.2

6.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

6.0

Staff & service

4.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 155 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

centrally located accommodation

The hotel is located just next to the Tube station Russell Square. The rooms were clean and everything worked well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Very Pink

Very basic, But clean. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shao Ren

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Easy check in and out. Soap and shampoo provided. A little dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nina

Liked: Room comfort

Location

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).
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Right next door to tube station. Pret just across the road and a good pub 40 mtres away. All very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hot water. Otherwise room was adequate and seemed very clean. More like a hostel than a hotel. Well sited.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Crispin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Lori

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not the best

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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just above tube station, doesn't offer breakfast, laundryservice or others, but good food and stores are 1-3 minutes walk away and convenient selfservice laundrette 5 minutes walk from hotel. Hotel is in an old building and it shows, but if all you need is a tiny shower and place to lay your head while exploring the city, this is your place. Affordable, nothing fancy, but does it's trick. We had room number 12 in top floor (no elevator, narrow stairs). No bedbugs found.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

M

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pay less get less

The entire building is very tired, the carpets were threadbare, the floor boards creaked and the windows didn't shut properly. On the positive side, the wifi worked well and it was very convenient for restaurants and transport links.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Roland

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pretty poor standard for that prize, no service, very basic and narrow
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Basic but Comfortable

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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An ideal London stopover, no frills.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Deirdre

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
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

RACHAEL

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bit tired, no frills but did the job

We stayed for 4 nights for a sightseeing break, but didn’t book until around 5 weeks before. Was myself, my husband and our 17 year old son. Other hotels I looked at for 3 people had a double plus a pull out type bed for the third person whereas The Russel Hotel had 2 doubles. I thought it would be more beneficial to have a good nights sleep than somewhere that was more up market. I’m really glad we did as a grumpy 17 year old wouldn’t have been good! We all slept well, our room was ok, not massive, not the nicest by any means but did the job. The shower worked fine, a little small but ok. Everything was a bit dated. It’s not really a hotel, just a room and shower room with no other facilities. Doors did bag a bit loudly with people coming in or out during the night. But didn’t disturb us too much to be really annoying. Location was good for us. If I had a bit more money and booked further in advance I would probably look at somewhere a bit nicer but it did the job and we did have a nice break.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very dissatisfied!

We needed to add a room to our reservations and made a mistake when booking this hotel because it had a very similar name to the hotel we already had a booking with for the previous night. After searching for a long time to try to find a phone number to get assistance, we spoke with a hotels.com associate who tried to call the hotel to explain the mistake and ask for an exception to their non-cancellation policy. The associate was not able to make contact with the hotel at the time, but assured us that hotels.com would negotiate the matter with the hotel to credit our account. In the end the hotel refused to cancel the reservation. My family did end up staying there and it worked out ok, but it was not as nice as what I had originally planned for them. The best thing about the hotel was that it was right next door to the Russell Square Underground station and across the street from the Bloomsbury shopping mall. Very convenient and surprisingly quiet for being so close to the tube. However, customer service was virtually non-existent. It did appear to be fairly clean, but the decor was very bland. The room had hardly anything more than 2 beds and a bathroom; no luxuries at all.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent location, simple but clean room bathroom, friendly staff. great for visiting london on a budget!

6/10 Okay

Peter

Locality great hotel poor
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrejs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very kind and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
A bit dated, but clean and perfect for staying in town after office xmas party.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Justine

Was ok … just stayed one night and wanted a cheap hotel. Close to Eurostar start line. Was clean and bed comfy…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Good location

Hotel was in a good location for what we needed. Staff member was very friendly. Only issues were the window did not lock and the shower did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awful!

This is not a hotel just a series of rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

JOHN

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022