Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near The British Museum

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Daily English breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Meeting facility
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Coram Street, Russell Square, London, England, WC1N 1HT
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Horse Hospital
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University College London
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

Central London getaway .With a stay at this London City Centre hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of The British Museum and 2 miles (3 km) of Piccadilly Circus. Trafalgar Square and London Eye are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Horse Hospital - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University College London - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Brunswick Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cartwright Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station - 2 min walk
  • London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fitz's Brasserie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪TA’MINI Lebanese Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blooms Pizza Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Marquis Cornwallis - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG

4-star hotel near The British Museum
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 14 meeting rooms available. A fitness center, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 316 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1950
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG offers 316 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 28 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 25.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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
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.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 1 2025 to June 17 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Exterior
  • Hallway
  • Meeting facilities

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Recreational facilities

Renovation work will only be conducted on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 30 per accommodation, per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 25.95 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 28 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG is 10.2 mi (51-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 Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG on Jun 21, 2026 start from $230, 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 Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 25.95 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 28 per day.

Does Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG to downtown London?

Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG is 1.2 mi away from London.

Holiday Inn London-Bloomsbury Hotel by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 459 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1007 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were incredibly helpful, room was nice and clean and extra pillows provided when requested and breakfast in the morning was fantastic - lots of options and all extremely tasty!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at check in were great, very welcoming & helpful. Good amenities, love the little welcome pack in the fridge. Great food served in restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karthik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent stay as always
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival we were early only wanted to drop off our luggage but the staff said she would check if the room is ready which it was and also an an upgrade. The room was clean and the toiletries were of a good quality. I do tend to bring my own but was happy to use the products provided.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dr Burhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel, excellent location, very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, warm and comfortable. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Several members of staff remembered us from previous stays, which was lovely. I have mobility issues and use a wheelchair, all the staff were very helpful and made everything as easy as possible for me. The breakfast buffet was excellent, with lots of choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Rana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was very friendly. The location was amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. A block away from the tube. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Rooms were neat and tidy with modern decor. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff lovely and nice complimentary drinks and chocolate in the fridge . Kids loved that
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty good choice to stay in this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Hotel very good, there were some building works being done but no impact on a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Newly renovated, our room was in great condition, modern, and comfortable. Service was pleasant. Will go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

salvatore

All good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was wonderful stay near by transportation and british museum
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Youssef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice decent hotel in a nice area thats not toursitic and busy and still close to main areas
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chenyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location. Clean room. Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel, excellent service, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Received an upgrade to Premium room and member of staff was really attentive and polite to our 10yr old daughter
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bertrand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless, clean, modern.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janis

Newly refurbished room, spotless and tastefully decorated . Attentive staff . Excellent breakfast . We were warned of potential ongoing work disturbances but as work didn’t start until 8am (not at weekend) there was no issue whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location ans staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheng

Liked: Amenities
Very nice hotel Great location to attractions and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and breakfast was also great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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4/10 Poor

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
We booked 2 rooms at the same time due to family size. Contacted the hotel before and while the acknowledged the message they said they can't guarantee rooms together and then we ended up 4 or 5 rooms apart. Hotel room was ok, bathroom was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There were major renovations going on but they did not impact on our stay. Very pleasant staff, great quality breakfast and clean welcoming room. Very close to Tube station.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025