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Royal National Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near The British Museum

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An outdoor café area with round tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a modern architectural ceiling.
Pizza
Exterior
Lobby
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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38-51 Bedford Way, London, England, WC1H 0DG
  • Place, University College London
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The British Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Room options

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(204 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(81 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Triple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(121 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Family Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Plus Double Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Plus Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(74 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Plus Twin Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Plus Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(90 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Plus Twin - Extra Bed | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Plus Twin - Extra Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(46 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Plus Triple Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Plus Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(67 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Plus Triple - Extra Bed | Extra beds

Standard Plus Triple - Extra Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Plus Family Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Plus Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Plus Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Plus Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Plus Twin Room - Extra Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Plus Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Plus Triple - Extra Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Plus Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

Heart of London.Within a 10-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find Russell Square and The British Museum. Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University College London - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Russell Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of London - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The British Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tottenham Court Road - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blooms Pizza Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fitz's Brasserie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Noxy Brothers - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe in the Gardens - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Royal National Hotel

3-star hotel near The British Museum
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 5 meeting rooms available. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Royal National Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 1358 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Royal National Hotel offers 1358 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 24 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 17.50 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 17.50 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 24.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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National Royal
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Royal National Hotel London
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Royal National Hotel London, England
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Royal National Hotel to the airport?

Royal National Hotel is 10.5 mi (50-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal National Hotel?

As of May 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal National Hotel on May 25, 2026 start from $142, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Royal National Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royal National Hotel.

Does Royal National Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Royal National Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 17.50 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Royal National Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Royal National Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Royal National Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 24.00 per day.

Does Royal National Hotel have a pool?

Royal National Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Royal National Hotel have a restaurant?

Royal National Hotel is home to Blooms Cafe, which features pizza.

Does Royal National Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Royal National Hotel to downtown London?

Royal National Hotel is 1.1 mi away from London.

Royal National Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1139 out of 3095 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1128 out of 3095 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 535 out of 3095 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 170 out of 3095 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 123 out of 3095 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Amenities
2 restaurants which me and the wife treidout was very nice the self-service shop there overall lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were clean and the staff very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Neill

Business traveler
Easily the worst, run down dirty kip of a hotel I have ever stayed in. Breakfast was terrible, ate out both mornings instead. Room looks like something out of the horror movie Hostel. I would highly recommend nobody stays here: This was booked for me by work. The place hasn’t been done up in a long time, I’ve seen prisons with more charm. AVOID/AVOID/AVOID. If I could give it minus stars I would. Hotels.com should take it off their website.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

michael

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Zammad

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor condition of the room I booked family room. The extra bed were just added in making no space for walking. It was not a family room. Quality was poor. Didnt like at all. Will never book here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Navrose

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and staff were very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed in a superior twin room on the 5th floor, which was clean and comfortable, with a walk-in shower (important because I have mobility issues). It was on the small side but not cramped. The decor seemed to be fairly new and in good shape, of a dark gray neutral sort. Staff on check-in were friendly, quick and helpful. It's a massive hotel that takes huge tour groups, so there were several hordes clumped together in the lobby and in the street area outside; there is also no visible place to sit and relax in the lobby, which is designed to get a lot of people through check-in quickly. I was so glad to find there was express checkout! There are several restaurants in the hotel which I didn't try, and lots of restaurants in the immediate area. Very close to everything in Bloomsbury. There was street noise at night but nothing extreme.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Clean hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Aisling

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff polite. Room very clean with comfortable beds. The hotel was noisy overnight and there was also a lot of noise from the road outside the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was lovely and clean. There was no air con though so it did get a bit warm, only option was to open the window which meant we had street noise. But I would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything what a lovely hotel this is.i would recommend anyone who visits London to stay here I will be returning
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The carpet was very dirty !
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Carla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The area around the hotel is great. Highly recommend the Russell Square area. The hotel is older though and our room was quite small, and without a refrigerator (which we should have checked beforehand). Our only big issue was the shower. Although there is a curtain, it is made of fabric rather than plastic, so water goes right through it. Even though we tried to shower with the shower head facing the wall, water always leaked all over the floor.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

rohit

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Marie, Cowes

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Donna

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There was a strong air freshner smell on our floor. I have allergies to strong smells. I asked them to turn it down and when they did there was a strong musty smell. The window in the room did not open very far and it was hot with no air flow. We had to ask for a fan.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David, COLWYN BAY

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value. Bedroom was Spartan but extremely clean. Very comfortable bed. The vast hotel has all the amenities you need for a good business trip. Staff are exceptionally pleasant. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026