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Smart Russell Square Hostel

2.0 star property
Art Deco hostel near The British Museum

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Living area
Double Room with Private Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Library

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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71-72 Guilford Street, London, England, WC1N 1DF
  • Place, The Horse Hospital
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Brunswick Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bed in a 6 beds shared dormitory | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 bed in a 6 beds shared dormitory

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 bed in a 12 beds shared dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 12 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 bed in a 9 beds shared dormitory

  • City view
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Private Twin Dorm (Ensuite) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Twin Dorm (Ensuite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room with Private Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Private Bathroom

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

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6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 9 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this London City Centre hostel, you'll find Russell Square and The British Museum. Leicester Square and River Thames are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Horse Hospital - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Art Workers Guild - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Coram's Fields and the Harmsworth Memorial Playground - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Russell Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Brunswick Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fitz's Brasserie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe in the Gardens - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Tropea - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Marquis Cornwallis - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Smart Russell Square Hostel

Art Deco hostel near The British Museum
As a guest of Smart Russell Square Hostel, you'll find a vending machine, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Smart Russell Square Hostel also features laundry facilities and a front-desk safe.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco London hostel.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Smoking in designated areas
Smart Russell Square Hostel offers 37 accommodations with safes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6.50 per person

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cash deposit: GBP 10.00 per stay

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 6.50 per person

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. 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, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Smart Russell Square Hostel to the airport?

Smart Russell Square Hostel is 10.1 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 Smart Russell Square Hostel?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smart Russell Square Hostel on Jun 14, 2026 start from $117, 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 Smart Russell Square Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Smart Russell Square Hostel.

Does Smart Russell Square Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Smart Russell Square Hostel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 6.50 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Smart Russell Square Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Smart Russell Square Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM.

Is there free parking at Smart Russell Square Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Smart Russell Square Hostel have a pool?

Smart Russell Square Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Smart Russell Square Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Smart Russell Square Hostel to downtown London?

Smart Russell Square Hostel is 1.1 mi away from London.

Smart Russell Square Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 452 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 452 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 452 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 452 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 452 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Vinay Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stay was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Wojciech

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and secure.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yousry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent place to stay in London
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vinay Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Else
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra Amarachi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good night

Was very good value for a quick overnight stop, surprisingly quiet, room was extremely hot so if possible take a portable fan
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Arda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent Location

The location is just perfect. However, the 12 person room with bunkbeds were just not for me. If you can tolerate that than this hostel would be perfect for you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable beds with curtains; quiet 'atmosphere', clean enough conditions. Good staying.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Taisuke

Liked: Cleanliness
Good access!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is conveniently located, within walking distance to theaters, museums and many tourist attraction sites. Will recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

It was really great. The staff was really nice and it was really inn. The location is the best only 15 minutes by foot to the center amazing ! The only flat was that it was really hot on the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lorna

This was cheap and cheerful. Excellent value for money stay in a set of bunk beds with en-suite for less £100 in the centre of London near tube station and walking distance to all the attractions. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dinesh Bhaurao

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds are too congested and small. reception guy will not let you seat in reception area unless you check-in.. found so rude behaviour..
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Standard dorm

Hostels always appear on my searches, so thought I'd hive one a go. It's what you would expect from a hostel, toilet and shower shared between the 9 of us in the dorm. Ladder up maybe could be better, lockers where very large, could do with some more hooks for towels (don't forget to bring your own) and better shoe storage. No food allowed in the room, although some ignored that. Note that it's age restricted to 18-45 years old only.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tongji

Disliked: Cleanliness
Like many other reviewers, I have to complain about the metal drawers at the bottom of the bunk beds. I thought I'd be ok with it because I usually wear earplugs. But those noises are unavoidable unless you put on shooting ear mufflers. I constantly woke up at night due to that noise and wasn't able to sleep well during my 3 day stay there. Although they offered the cheapest price for a great location, I would have picked a different place where I can at least sleep through the night.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Good place to stay in the middle of London.

It was a reasonably priced place to stay for a night or two, right where I needed to be. If you don’t plan on spending time in your lodgings, then this is a good choice as a place to sleep and store your belongings. I was in an 8 room dorm en suit, so my experience was dependent on my roommates, which was mostly ok. The bathroom shower/sink/toilet were clean, and there was an additional sink in room. The locker fit my stupidly overflowing suitcase, and the bunk was comfy enough. The only issue was the room itself was stifling with no airflow, which made the bunk feel claustrophobic and hot, despite there being a weak fan to circulate air by the bathroom. I imagine that’s not an issue during other times of the year. If you run hot when you sleep, bring a small usb fan, I wish I did lol. Keep in mind there’s no lift. That’s not a complaint, just a reminder. I was assigned to a dorm four flights up and have a bad knee, so that sucked. It didn’t occur to me to check about stairs beforehand. That’s my fault.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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4/10 Poor

Allaeddine

Liked: Cleanliness
Inconfortable. Lits pour fes animaux pas pour des humains.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

joakim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra läge..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Todo perfecto
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me ha gustado mucho el Hotel tiene la parada del metro detrás, volvería.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ivette TodoAmor

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
La habitación de 9 camas es muy pequeña, la cama muy delgada e incómoda ya que está forrada de plástico y aunque le pongas las sábanas te hace sudar. Las regaderas son incómodas porque no tienen una banquita o algún mueble donde puedas colocar tu ropa o mínimo la llave de la habitación, prácticamente tienes que salirte en toalla o arriesgarte a que se mojen tus pertenencias. Los baños son como en un centro comercial, todos juntos, no hay un mínimo de privacidad. El personal de recepción es Amable, pero hay una señora de limpieza (cabello negro y ojos azules) súper grosera, mal educada y agresiva, súper mal educada! Lo único bueno es la ubicación.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

morgane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Séjour super! Meilleure auberge dans Londres! Auberge calme, propre. Très bonne accueil, personnel impeccable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jose Manuel

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Pongo poca nota, porque cogi una toalla para ducharme y el precio era 1,5 libras y ahora mirando la cuenta me han cobrado 2,5 libras, las literas son triples y me toco en el medio y me costaba entrar, de los bajitas y pequeñas que son, los labavos las tazas estaban muy sucios llenos de orinas. Lo mejor que esta muy centrico y tienes el metro al lado.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023