10/10 Exceptional
excellent location, simple but clean room bathroom, friendly staff. great for visiting london on a budget!
Adie
Russell Square Hotel
City-center guesthouse within walking distance of Russell Square
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When you stay at Russell Square Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Russell Square and University College London. Also, The British Museum and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children are within just a 10-minute walk. Public transportation is just a short walk: Russell Square Underground Station is steps away and Holborn Underground Station is 10 minutes.
5.2
Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
- Laundry facilities
- 24/7 front desk
- Non-smoking
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
- Hair dryer
Room options
Showing 7 of 7 rooms
Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom
- City view
- 8 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom
- City view
- 12 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite
- City view
- 10 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Triple Room, Ensuite
- City view
- 10 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Ensuite
- City view
- 15 sq m
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
Family Room, Ensuite
- City view
- 12 sq m
- Sleeps 5
- 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed
Family Suite, Kitchen
- City view
- 36 sq m
- Sleeps 5
- 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area
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 City Airport (LCY) - 21 min drive
- Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 51 min drive
- Luton Airport (LTN) - 63 min drive
- Stansted Airport (STN) - 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
- 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
When you stay at Russell Square Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Russell Square and University College London. Also, The British Museum and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children are within just a 10-minute walk. Public transportation is just a short walk: Russell Square Underground Station is steps away and Holborn Underground Station is 10 minutes.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 14 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in time starts at 4 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 16
- Check-out time is 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
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
Children
- No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
- Pets not allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- No onsite parking
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
- Hair dryer
- Towels
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free WiFi
More
- Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
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 to 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 onsite 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
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6.2
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
6.0
Staff & service
4.8
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
RoomLocationBedShowerRestaurantBathroomFurnitureToiletWifiService staff6/10 Good
Locality great hotel poor
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very kind and helpful staff
Andrejs
Andrejs, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
A bit dated, but clean and perfect for staying in town after office xmas party.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
centrally located accommodation
The hotel is located just next to the Tube station Russell Square. The rooms were clean and everything worked well.
Stephan
Stephan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Very Pink
Very basic, But clean. Great location
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Was ok … just stayed one night and wanted a cheap hotel. Close to Eurostar start line.
Was clean and bed comfy…
Justine
Justine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Good location. Easy check in and out. Soap and shampoo provided. A little dated.
Shao Ren
Shao Ren, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
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.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
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).
Nina
Nina, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Right next door to tube station. Pret just across the road and a good pub 40 mtres away. All very convenient.
ANTHONY
ANTHONY, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
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.
Jennifer
4/10 Fair
No hot water. Otherwise room was adequate and seemed very clean. More like a hostel than a hotel. Well sited.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
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.
Crispin
Crispin, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
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.
Lori
Lori, 5-night trip
2/10 Poor
Awful!
This is not a hotel just a series of rooms
Verified traveller
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
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.
JOHN
JOHN, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
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.
Jenny
Jenny, 5-night trip
4/10 Fair
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.
M
M, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
pretty poor standard for that prize, no service, very basic and narrow
Roland
Roland, 6-night trip
2/10 Poor
The staff are terrible poor customer services
Idowu olorunseun
Idowu olorunseun, 9-night trip
4/10 Fair
Location excellent. Attractive area, lots of shops, cafes, restaurants. V central and tube station next door. Hotel rather run down and dated, although clean. Room small and basic but fine for me. Be aware that the en suite only has a sink and shower, no loo. I knew this before booking but had expected the toilet to be just down the corridor. It was TWO floors down from my room. Also, the window did little to block out the street noise.
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Bed bugs
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
Minh Cuong
Minh Cuong, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Convenient but not worth £180
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.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Do Not stay here. For £280 I can’t swing a cat in the room. The bed and pillows are hard and only get one. The noise is horrendous in the hotel with people walking up and down the stairs most of the night. I really do No recommend this hotel my son was so upset to stay in this hotel because he didn’t also didn’t like it.
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
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