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The Imperial

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with restaurant, connected to a railway/underground station, near The British Museum

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You'll be in a fantastic location at The Imperial, only a five-minute walk from Russell Square and University College London. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Edit Lounge, which serves lunch and dinner. This luxurious hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of The British Museum and Tottenham Court Road. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Russell Square Underground Station is 4 minutes and Holborn Underground Station is 7 minutes.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • Premium bedding

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a wall-mounted lamp, and a large window with curtains.

ACCESS

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a wall-mounted lamp, and a large window with curtains.

BAY

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a mirror, wooden cabinets, a sink, and a patterned floor.

EDGE

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a wall-mounted artwork, and a door.

URBAN

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair. There are two windows with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a lamp on the nightstand.

CITY

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a lamp.

HORIZON

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, a dining area with chairs, a large abstract painting, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

BEACON

  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a window with a painting, and a sink.

HIDEAWAY

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a green sofa, patterned carpet, and abstract wall art.

NEST

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

BLOOMSBURY BEACON

  • 92 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Map
Russell Square, 61-66, London, England, WC1B 5BB

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Art Workers Guild - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University College London - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bloomsbury Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • SOAS University of London - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • London City Airport (LCY) - 49 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 60 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 75 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 81 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 98 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 107 min drive
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 13 min walk
  • London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • London Euston Station - 13 min walk
  • Russell Square Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Holborn Underground Station - 7 min walk
  • Goodge Street Underground Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Fitz's Brasserie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe in the Gardens - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Tropea - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Imperial

  • You'll be in a fantastic location at The Imperial, only a five-minute walk from Russell Square and University College London. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Edit Lounge, which serves lunch and dinner. This luxurious hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of The British Museum and Tottenham Court Road. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Russell Square Underground Station is 4 minutes and Holborn Underground Station is 7 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 357 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • On-site self-parking (fees apply)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1970
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Double-glazed windows

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart speaker

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Edit Lounge - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 28 for adults and GBP 28 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 50 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Parking

  • Self parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Hotel Imperial London
Hotel Imperial
Imperial London
Imperial Hotel London
Imperial Hotel
Imperial London
The Imperial Hotel
Imperial Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Imperial?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Imperial?

Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply).

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Imperial?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at The Imperial and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near The Imperial?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Edit Lounge.

What's the area around The Imperial like?

The Imperial is in London City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Russell Square Underground Station and 7 minutes' walk from The British Museum.

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