Top 10 Hotels Near Russell Square in London for 2026

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A modern hotel lobby with a long dining area, a reception desk, and a large window with curtains.

A restaurant with a city skyline view, modern furniture, and a waiter serving a guest.

A hotel room with a round table, two armchairs, and a bookshelf with books and decorative items.

A bar area with a marble countertop, red upholstered chairs, and a wine display.

1. The Imperial

Bloomsbury, 0.2 km from Russell Square

Dax

P16,076

P19,291 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A storefront with two large black doors labeled "Dior" and a neon sign that reads "Make up for Love!"

A hotel room with a fireplace, a sofa set, a dining table, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area, a desk, and a view of the city through a large window.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a vase of flowers, and a view of a stone archway.

2. L'oscar London

0.6 km from Russell Square

"We have now stayed at this hotel twice, both times to celebrate my daughter’s birthday, and on both occasions we stayed in the duplex. For me, this is honestly one of the best hotels in London. We’ve made such beautiful memories here celebrating my daughter’s special day, and we’re already looking forward to coming back Thank you to the entire team for making both of our stays so memorable. Highly recommended!"

Elaine

P34,411

P41,294 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern outdoor dining area with a round table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the cityscape.

A street view of a row of modern buildings with outdoor seating areas and a clear road.

A luxurious lobby with a large chandelier, seating area with ottomans, and a patterned floor.

A luxurious bar area with a curved counter, multiple seating options, and a modern ceiling design.

3. The Newman

Fitzrovia, 0.8 km from Russell Square

Noof

P37,730

P45,276 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a decorative ceiling, and framed pictures on the walls.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a wooden fence.

A bar with a tap system, shelves of liquor bottles, and a glass of beer on the counter.

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a bed with a checkered bedspread, and a nightstand with a lamp.

4. The Grafton Arms Pub & Rooms

Fitzrovia, 0.9 km from Russell Square

anne

P14,270

P17,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A row of outdoor cafe tables and chairs with potted plants, set against a building with a white awning and a sign that reads "CHILDREN'S CAFE HOTEL".

A dining room with a large abstract painting, a chandelier, and patterned wallpaper.

A hotel with a brick facade, arched windows, and a flag.

5. Charlotte Street Hotel, Firmdale Hotels

Fitzrovia, 0.7 km from Russell Square

Olivia Amira

P33,104

P39,724 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A luxurious room with a fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a chandelier.

A room with a green sofa, patterned armchairs, a round wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

A bar area with a fireplace, seating, and a bar counter.

A grand hallway with a chandelier, a staircase, a checkered floor, and a sign reading "Bertrand's Townhouse".

6. Bertrand's Townhouse

Bloomsbury, 0.2 km from Russell Square

Agustina

P16,066

P19,279 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A corridor with patterned flooring, wooden paneling, and decorative lighting fixtures.

A grand hotel courtyard with a paved area, columns, and a car parked in the center.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a fireplace. There are bookshelves and a large globe decoration on the wall.

An outdoor patio with a round table, seating, and a view of a building with a dome.

7. Rosewood London

0.7 km from Russell Square

Claire

P46,428

P55,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A rooftop terrace with a view of a historic building, including a clock tower. There are wooden chairs and a table, and a large planter with bamboo.

A room with large windows offering a view of a historic building with multiple spires and a courtyard.

A bar area with a tiled floor, bar stools, and a counter displaying various bottles.

A modern room with a large window, a view of a clock tower, and a cozy seating area with a lamp.

8. The Standard London

0.9 km from Russell Square

Marcus

P17,104

P20,524 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a variety of seating options including sofas and chairs.

A modern lounge area with a curved sofa and two vibrant orange chairs, a built-in fireplace, and a dark wooden accent wall.

A modern interior with a skylight, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bedroom with a bed and nightstands.

A bar area with a wooden floor, bar stools, and a bar counter with bottles. There are chairs and a sofa in the seating area.

9. Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts

Covent Garden, 0.8 km from Russell Square

Claudio

P22,560

P27,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, surrounded by various potted plants.

A living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large abstract painting.

A building entrance with a green door, white columns, and a black iron fence.

10. The Zetter Bloomsbury

Bloomsbury, 0.2 km from Russell Square

JennIfer

P21,172

P25,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An open balcony with a seating area, a view of the city skyline, and a building with a sloped roof.

A classical building with a grand entrance, large windows, and a prominent circular emblem at the center.

A bar with a large illuminated liquor display, framed artwork on the walls, and multiple seating areas.

A luxurious lobby with a grand fireplace, elegant green sofas, and classic decor.

11. The London EDITION

Fitzrovia, 0.9 km from Russell Square

Anam

P25,604

P32,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a kitchenette, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a bed with a headboard.

A dining table with a vase of flowers, two upholstered chairs, and a window with sheer curtains.

A modern staircase with a black and white patterned carpet, a glass table with a vase of flowers, and a chandelier.

12. Cleveland Residences Bloomsbury

Bloomsbury, 0.2 km from Russell Square

Sarah

P10,661

P12,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A staircase with ornate black and white patterned railings and a wooden handrail.

A cozy room with a fireplace, a dining table, and a patterned armchair.

A corner building with a prominent 'Morton Hotel' sign, featuring a classic red brick facade with multiple windows and a corner turret.

A bar area with a counter, bottles, and a menu board.

13. Morton Hotel

0.2 km from Russell Square

Julia

P13,035

P15,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A row of traditional brick townhouses with white facades, multiple windows, and a gated entrance.

A modern living room with a sofa, TV, and dining area.

14. Cleveland Residences Russell Square

Bloomsbury, 0.2 km from Russell Square

Lynn

P7,456

P8,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern bar area with seating, a large artificial tree, and a wine display.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view at night.

A gym with weightlifting equipment and a large window with a cityscape view.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Pullman' sign, featuring a large entrance and a tall adjacent building.

15. Pullman London St Pancras

0.8 km from Russell Square

Sadaf

P13,724

P16,469 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bathroom with a long vanity, two sinks, and a large mirror.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a large pillar, and a projection screen.

A building with a clock and a sign that reads 'Bar Italia.'

A modern interior with a glass wall, a person with a suitcase, and a pink-lit ceiling.

16. Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

Soho, 0.9 km from Russell Square

Alastair

P4,519

P5,422 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a red armchair.

A bar area with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, bar stools, and a cash register.

A restaurant with marble tables, wooden chairs, and a unique brick-patterned wall.

17. Radisson Blu Hotel, London Mercer Street

West End, 0.8 km from Russell Square

Nataliya Y

P22,276

P26,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A multi-story building with large windows, a tree-lined sidewalk, and a sign indicating a Lincoln Square location.

A modern living room with a sofa, a round table, and a window with curtains.

A modern lobby with a skylight, seating area, artwork, and a reception desk.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a built-in oven.

18. The Lincoln Suites

Covent Garden, 1 km from Russell Square

Brenda

P11,669

P14,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A vintage-style room with a quilted leather sofa, brass fixtures, and a blue-lit circular window.

A restaurant with high ceilings, yellow and white decor, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including coffee, juice, and croissants, overlooking a busy street and historic buildings.

A bar with a modern industrial design, featuring exposed pipes and a central circular light fixture.

19. The Megaro Hotel - Kings Cross St Pancras, London

0.9 km from Russell Square

Diego

P13,483

P16,179 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern indoor pool with clear water, two lounge chairs, and a large wall mural.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'NYX' sign, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a variety of bottles on shelves, and a colorful mural on the wall.

A modern bar area with a central table, bar stools, and a decorative white tree.

20. NYX Hotel London Holborn by Leonardo Hotels

0.4 km from Russell Square

Ailish

P13,966

P16,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Russell Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Imperial	10.0 Exceptional 27 reviews	View
L'oscar London	9.8 Exceptional 328 reviews	View
The Newman	9.8 Exceptional 37 reviews	View
The Grafton Arms Pub & Rooms	9.6 Exceptional 784 reviews	View
Charlotte Street Hotel, Firmdale Hotels	9.6 Exceptional 221 reviews	View

Top Russell Square Hotel Reviews

Royal National Hotel

8/10 Good

"Very dated, not a great room, very noisy outside but needed to keep window open to cool the room."

President Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was great. The room was comfortable. But the best of all was staff: very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Amazing people with amazing miles. . Thank you al for made our stay in London amazing!!!!"

Bedford Hotel

8/10 Good

"Staff was great!"

The Imperial

10/10 Excellent

"Exceeded my expectations."

Point A London Kings Cross - St Pancras

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent accommodation small but had everything needed. Great for train stations and access to underground. Staff were friendly and helpful. Check-in and out easy. Excellent breakfast. Think charging for left luggage could be dropped. All round good value for money hotel"

Strand Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Mary on reception arranged for the room to be ready earlier. Perfectly situated hotel for Covent Garden and The Savoy theatre"

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

8/10 Good

"The frosted glass wall shielding the bathroom should be more opaque as one can easily she the silhouette of whomever is in there. It wouldn’t need to be the whole glass wall just knee to head. A toilet brush should be provided. A few paper cups should be provided."

The Montague On The Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property, room and location. We were very happy to have chosen this Hotel and would recommend highly."

The Hoxton, Holborn

10/10 Excellent

"Unbelievably cool lobby and environment. Really appreciated the contrast between the active lobby environment, in contrast to how quiet and well appointed our room was. Perfect blend."

Other attractions near Russell Square

A museum interior with a glass ceiling, colorful lanterns, and a large skeleton sculpture.

The British Museum

9.2/10 (12,374 reviews)

This colossal treasure chest houses some of the world’s most precious artefacts. Today, it is one of the largest and most comprehensive museums in the world.

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A large classical building with columns and statues, surrounded by trees and a paved area with people walking.

Bloomsbury Square

8.4/10 (15 reviews)

Sit on a bench and admire the magnificent architecture that surrounds this leafy square situated in one of London’s most handsome districts.

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The Horse Hospital

You can browse the exhibits at The Horse Hospital, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to London. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Senate House

After visiting Senate House, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Art Workers Guild

Enjoy an outing to Art Workers Guild during your stay in London. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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London Senate House Library

Walk around the campus at London Senate House Library as part of your travels around London. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this culturally rich area.

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Birkbeck, University of London

Walk around the campus at Birkbeck, University of London during your stay in London. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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October Gallery

October Gallery is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Russell Square?

Russell Square is located in a welcoming area of London known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 749 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Russell Square?

Adjacent to Russell Square, Royal National Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Other good options within a short distance include Zedwell Piccadilly Circus and Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY).

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Russell Square?

Expedia has 749 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Russell Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Russell Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Russell Square.

What can I see and do near Russell Square?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at The British Museum, London Transport Museum, or National Gallery. While you're exploring, swing by Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and Tower Bridge to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Dominion Theatre, Shaftesbury Theatre, and New London Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Russell Square?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing the area around Russell Square is simple. You can access metro transit at Charing Cross Underground Station, Leicester Square Underground Station, and Piccadilly Circus Underground Station. If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop aboard a train from Charing Cross Station, Tottenham Court Road Station, or Waterloo Station.

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Our top choices for Russell Square hotels

1. The Imperial

2. L'oscar London

3. The Newman

4. The Grafton Arms Pub & Rooms

5. Charlotte Street Hotel, Firmdale Hotels

6. Bertrand's Townhouse

7. Rosewood London

8. The Standard London

9. Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts

10. The Zetter Bloomsbury

11. The London EDITION

12. Cleveland Residences Bloomsbury

13. Morton Hotel

14. Cleveland Residences Russell Square

15. Pullman London St Pancras

16. Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

17. Radisson Blu Hotel, London Mercer Street

18. The Lincoln Suites

19. The Megaro Hotel - Kings Cross St Pancras, London

20. NYX Hotel London Holborn by Leonardo Hotels

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Top Russell Square Hotel Reviews

Royal National Hotel

President Hotel

Bedford Hotel

The Imperial

Point A London Kings Cross - St Pancras

Strand Palace Hotel

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

The Montague On The Gardens

The Hoxton, Holborn

Other attractions near Russell Square

The British Museum

Bloomsbury Square

The Horse Hospital

Senate House

Art Workers Guild

London Senate House Library

Birkbeck, University of London

October Gallery

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