The Imperial

4.5 star property

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Lunch and dinner served
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
HIDEAWAY | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Terrace/patio
Executive lounge

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Russell Square, 61-66, London, England, WC1B 5BB
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University College London
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bloomsbury Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Room options

ACCESS

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

BAY

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

EDGE

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

URBAN

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

CITY

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

HORIZON

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

BEACON

  • 614 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

HIDEAWAY

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

NEST

  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

BLOOMSBURY BEACON

  • 990 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, The Imperial is adjacent to Russell Square and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like University College London. This 357-room, 4.5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to a rail/subway station in central London, and also a short walk from The British Museum and Tottenham Court Road.

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Art Workers Guild - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University College London - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bloomsbury Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • SOAS University of London - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 13 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Imperial

Guests staying at The Imperial enjoy features like a 24-hour gym. Onsite parking is offered for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Espresso makers, safes, and phones are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 28 for adults and GBP 28 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Edit Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 9 floors
  • Built in 1970
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Renovated entire property - August 2026
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart speaker

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs only
  • 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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 28 for adults and GBP 28 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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
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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Imperial London
Hotel Imperial
Imperial London
Imperial Hotel London
Imperial Hotel
Imperial London
The Imperial Hotel
Imperial Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of The Imperial?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a 10-minute walk of The British Museum and Russell Square. You'll also find Leicester Square and Tottenham Court Road less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Imperial?

Yes, parking is available for a surcharge.

Does The Imperial have luxury amenities?

Yes, some luxury features of this hotel include a restaurant, 24-hour room service, and a bar/lounge.

Does The Imperial include a casino?

No, The Imperial doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Imperial?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Imperial?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include 24-hour room service, premium bedding, and an espresso maker.

Are there hot tubs at The Imperial?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Imperial feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Imperial serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Edit Lounge.

Does The Imperial allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Imperial for a fee of GBP 50 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Imperial?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Imperial?

The closest major airport to The Imperial is London City Airport (LCY), which is 10 mi away (49 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 20.2 mi away (60-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Imperial?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Imperial.

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