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City Inn Russell Square

3.0 star property
Hotel in London, near The British Museum

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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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42 Tavistock Place, London, England, WC1H 9RE
  • Place, University College London
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The British Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Double Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, Ensuite (3 Persons) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Ensuite (3 Persons)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Ensuite (4 Persons)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre within a short walk of The British Museum, City Inn Russell Square is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Piccadilly Circus. Each of the 10 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes an iPod dock, an espresso maker, and a flat-screen TV.

What's nearby

  • University College London - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Russell Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • British Library - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tottenham Court Road - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The British Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Marquis Cornwallis - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nonna Selena Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪TA’MINI Lebanese Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Store St Espresso - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lord John Russell - ‬1 min walk

About this property

City Inn Russell Square

Hotel in London, near The British Museum
City Inn Russell Square features free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage and securing valuables.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Other standard amenities include iPod docks, espresso makers, and portable fans.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 25 per day)
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Baby toys

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 20 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 20 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 2 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 25 per day (328 ft away)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 20 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 20 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 2 days prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at City Inn Russell Square?

City Inn Russell Square provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around City Inn Russell Square?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a short 13-minute walk of The British Museum and also 5 minutes on foot from Russell Square. You'll also find Trafalgar Square and Oxford Street within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at City Inn Russell Square?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does City Inn Russell Square include a casino?

No, City Inn Russell Square doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at City Inn Russell Square?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at City Inn Russell Square?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like Champagne service and an espresso maker as well as a shopping mall.

Are there hot tubs at City Inn Russell Square?

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

Does City Inn Russell Square have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, City Inn Russell Square doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will City Inn Russell Square allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at City Inn Russell Square.

Does City Inn Russell Square have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to City Inn Russell Square?

The closest major airport to City Inn Russell Square is London City Airport (LCY), which is 9.4 mi away (45 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 City Inn Russell Square?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at City Inn Russell Square.

City Inn Russell Square Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 212 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean. Bed was comfortable. A little shabby but good price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret, Reno

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
No contact at all with another human while I was there! Entry instructions were clear, the entry and stairs would be tight for really large bags. The public areas seem run-down, but the room and bathroom were nicely done. My room was facing the street, and the noise might bother some people, tho it quieted down around midnight. The temp was fine and the window opened, but there’s no a/c so I expect it would be quite hot in the summer. Closest tube stop from Heathrow was the Piccadilly line to Russell Square;0 Euston is also pretty close.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Nick

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

eliana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good condition and location

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

sue

Wouldn't use again

Room was very small and smell emanated from the shower drain, which they had covered and asked for you to remove before showering. Bee aware there are no lifts and we were on 3rd floor with extremely narrow steps.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hang Fung

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super dirty

The room is super dirty. The cups there have disgusting stains. Thx toilet smelt. No noise proof at all. Heard people moving furniture or talking all night long.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Al

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Its not 4 star luxury but then i didnt pay for 4 star. Has all i needed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pre-trip communication was excellent. Really clear instructions. Room was basic but clean. Bed was comfy, water pressure was fantastic. Coffee machine in room needed deep cleaning
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicity

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

Great value stay!

Great room for the cost. We had to contact the hotel to ensure accessibility and were instantly retooled to the ground floor family room which had plenty of room and a big shower. The only downside and it wasn’t really, was the beautiful original sash windows that we could open, didn’t keep much noise out so the foxes woke us up at 2am!! Really not an issue!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jack

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

8/10 Good

Steve

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
good value
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Tsz Yu

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

Flies

There were some flies and dead flies on the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very basic hotel,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walkable to underground and train stations, nice neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhian

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rubish hotel

This hotel was absolutely awful. I would say its a 1 star hotel very disappointed will never stay here again. Would definitely not recommend to anyone. It was lije a hostel not a hotel. We booked a Double room. We got a quad room in the basement absolutely the worst hotel i have ever stayed in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Janette

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible

Absolutely terrible, room smelly and dirty, lipstick on sheets, no reception or anyone to contact with problems, bathroom was filthy. The area was really rough and we did not feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A bit sub par

Not staffed after 5pm but the key codes worked (dodgey key box code entry didn't work at first). The place was not very clean. I guess reasonable value for the area. Kettle in the room was filthy, maybe the previous guest had boiled soup in it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025