Bedford Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Garden
Reception
Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Southampton Row, 83-95, London, England, WC1B 4HD
  • Russell Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • The British Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Piccadilly Circus
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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Room options

Twin Room, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(74 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Garden View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(77 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(98 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, Bedford Hotel is adjacent to Russell Square and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like University College London. This 184-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The British Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Leicester Square - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Piccadilly Circus - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Trafalgar Square - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 11 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Antalya Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪All Star Lanes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bedford Hotel

Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
At Bedford Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a library. Self parking is offered for GBP 24 per day. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers, portable fans, and hair dryers are also available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Arabic, Bulgarian, English, French, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish, Turkish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 24 per day)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 19 for adults and GBP 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Botanica

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1964
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 50.00 per pet, per week
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 19 for adults and GBP 19 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 24 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 50.00 per pet, per week
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Bedford Hotel London, England
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Bedford Hotel?

Bedford Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Bedford Hotel?

As of Jul 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bedford Hotel on Jul 20, 2025 start from $194.68, excluding 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.

What's there to see close to Bedford Hotel?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre, just steps from The British Museum and Russell Square. You'll also find Leicester Square and Royal Opera House less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Bedford Hotel?

Yes, covered parking is offered for GBP 24 per day.

Does Bedford Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Bedford Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bedford Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Bedford Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a smart TV as well as a bar and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Does Bedford Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Bedford Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Bedford Hotel serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Botanica.

Will Bedford Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Bedford Hotel for a fee of GBP 50.00 per pet, per week. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Bedford Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Bedford Hotel?

The closest major airport to Bedford Hotel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 8.7 mi away (42 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 20.2 mi away (55-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bedford Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Bedford Hotel.

Bedford Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 878 out of 1808 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 653 out of 1808 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1808 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1808 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1808 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s all good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Garry

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Grand

Very clean room & breakfast was ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Inho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place to walk around popular places
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the reception staff were incredibly helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

FABIO, New York

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great value for money in London
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jamie

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect place for a first-time stay in London as a solo traveler. The single room is right-sized for someone who is spending most of their time out and about!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to all the great about London. The staff was FANTAStIC and the facility was great. Rooms were spacious and beds were comfy.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Resting Well in London

It was a great start. The staff were courteous and professional and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay at The Bedford quite frequently. It's always been a good experience and I'd recommend it for a budget London stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

m

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celia J.

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

shane

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful hotel with womderfully helpful staff..i highly recommend it,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely garden, friendly, clean hotel Bloomsbury

The garden is lovely, a real bonus for a city hotel. The staff are friendly and helpful. Good choice at breakfast. The single room was very small but had a nice window and was very clean with nice sheets and the much appreciated bath.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eamonn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica, Vancouver

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with our stay - 5 nights March 7-12, 2025. The room was very comfortable and immaculately clean. Although we faced the street, the traffic noise didn't bother us at night. There are several hospitals nearby, so quite a few sirens. If you're noise sensitive, you might prefer a room facing the courtyard. The front desk and housekeeping staff were excellent and very attentive. However, we didn't find the same level of friendliness at the restaurant and found them a bit rude. Also, we don't recommend the breakfast buffet. For the price there are better options in the neighbourhood. Overall, a great experience. We would definitely stay again on our next trip to London.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No frills hotel with small rooms. Very clean and cheerful lobby.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Great hotel

Excellent stay, very good breakfast. Terrific location between Russell Square and Holborn tube stations and across from a bus stop for going south and a block from another for going north. All I’d change is the music at breakfast. Such a nice restaurant should play either good music or none.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025