London Bloomsbury Square Hotel

Hotel with restaurant, near Russell Square

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In the heart of Bloomsbury, Mercure London Bloomsbury offers a warm welcome with its inviting bar and restaurant. Explore nearby Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children or relax on the hotel's tranquil terrace. With cycling available on-site, in-room WiFi, dry cleaning services, and helpful staff praised by past guests.
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Train station pick-up service
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$101 nightly
$121 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 10 of 10 rooms
Rainfall showerhead, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Rainfall showerhead, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Rainfall showerhead, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed (Cosy)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Rainfall showerhead, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Rainfall showerhead, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Rainfall showerhead, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Rainfall showerhead, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Rainfall showerhead, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 3 Twin Beds

Very good
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
Rainfall showerhead, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Room, 1 Twin Bed (Cosy) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Twin Bed (Cosy)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
130-134 Southampton Row, London, England, WC1B 5AF

What's nearby

  • Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bloomsbury Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Russell Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The British Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Covent Garden Market - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • London City Airport (LCY) - 48 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 60 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 75 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 80 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 106 min drive
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 12 min walk
  • London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 14 min walk
  • London Euston Station - 14 min walk
  • Russell Square Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • Holborn Underground Station - 6 min walk
  • Farringdon Underground Station - 11 min walk
  • Train station pick-up (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Fitz's Brasserie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪'The Level' Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Tropea - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Antalya Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

London Bloomsbury Square Hotel

When you stay at London Bloomsbury Square Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Russell Square and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Russell Square Underground Station is 5 minutes and Holborn Underground Station is 6 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 108 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • 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
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

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

Children

    • One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Transfers

    • Train station pick-up*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchairs available on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.95 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 59.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 59.00 (subject to availability)

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site.
This property uses a grey water recycling system.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, Barclaycard
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

London Bloomsbury Mercure
Mercure Hotel London Bloomsbury
Mercure London Bloomsbury
Mercure London Bloomsbury England
Mercure London Bloomsbury Hotel London
Waverley House Hotel London
Mercure London Bloomsbury Hotel
Mercure London Bloomsbury Hotel
Mercure London Bloomsbury London
Mercure London Bloomsbury Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Does London Bloomsbury Square Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, London Bloomsbury 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 London Bloomsbury Square Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at London Bloomsbury Square Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at London Bloomsbury Square Hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of GBP 59.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 59.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at London Bloomsbury Square Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, sailing, and water skiing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming.

Are there restaurants at or near London Bloomsbury Square Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around London Bloomsbury Square Hotel like?

London Bloomsbury Square Hotel is in London City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Russell Square Underground Station and 6 minutes' walk from The British Museum. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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London Bloomsbury Square Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast selection was excellent with a wide range of food options available. (17 reviews)
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Popular mentions

RoomService staffLocationBedBreakfastBathroomLobbyShowerViewRestaurant
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8/10 Very good

Great location in Bloomsbury
Bruce, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Air conditioning not working, rating of hotel is very far from 4 stars, 3 ar best
Jostein, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Friendly staff, very keen to point out improvements in the offing since changing from Mercure! Bed comfy, excellent selection of
Joanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location. Good value. Quiet room
Trevor, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

All round reasonable hotel for location and price. All staff I encountered were friendly and efficient.
Ashley, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good room
Alice, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spotless room, excellent shower, comfortable beds. Reception, bar and dining room staff were all
Sandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were exceptional at accommodating my needs! Very polite and helpful.
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good indeed. The Staff and especially the receptionist were really pleasant and helpful.
Glyn, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

The price does not relate to the rooms.
Phillip, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay and will be back in the future.
Andrew, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean & comfortable room & nice friendly staff.
Jo, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice property
Keilah, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was small, but comfy and clean. Staff very nice and good location
Timothy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff were pleasant, the room comfortable if dated. Good location. There were some blue lights built into the ceiling which I couldn’t turn off and these disturbed my sleep. Dusty in places which makes me think about the cleanliness albeit nothing was dirty
Blaine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are always really welcoming. 2nd time I have stayed here with my young son! Perfect for us.
Clare, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I would stay again

Checked in early evening to such a warm welcome by a lady & gentleman on the front desk . The room was a bit smelly but overall nice & satisfactory.
Neil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is great. The staff members are helpful.
Betsy Jean, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really like the staff and great breakfast. A little tight in the bathroom but no big deal!
Thomas, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All good.
Michael, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Staff were lovely but the hotel itself could do with freshening up
Margaret, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location with comfortable beds and good breakfast
Linda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

All good
Trevor, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved the location as it was within easy walking of everything that we had planned to do.
Gordon, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

An OK hotel to stay in

All in all an OK hotel Restaurant was closed on arrival so had to go out for food Breakfast in the morning however was very good
Keith, 1-night trip