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The Museum Penthouse

4.5 star property
Luxury apartment in London with a rooftop terrace

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Luxury Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated
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Luxury Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View | Terrace/patio

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedroomsSleeps 103444 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Flat 3, 39 Great Russell Street, London, England, WC1B 3PH
  • Place, Trades Union Congress Building
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Cartoon Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Theatreland
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, this apartment is adjacent to The British Museum and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Russell Square. The 4.5-star apartment includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Trades Union Congress Building - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • The Cartoon Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Theatreland - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shaftesbury Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The British Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 4 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪British Museum Members' Room - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Museum Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Flight Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Plough - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Museum Penthouse

Luxury apartment in London with a rooftop terrace
Guests of this apartment enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for GBP 200 per vehicle one-way. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury apartment building include a meeting room, a computer station, and a terrace.
The apartment is soundproofed and features a kitchen and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms, a dining area, and a sitting area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels and a DVD player. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and the bathroom offers a soaking tub, a rainfall showerhead, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a fireplace, and an iPod dock. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • High chair
  • Stair gate

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or hydromassage showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Smart speaker
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Laptop workspace
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Pets stay free

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Restaurant dining guides

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 3 units
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1900
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing
  • Victorian architecture

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 500.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Museum Penthouse Apartment London
Museum Penthouse London
The Museum Penthouse London
The Museum Penthouse Apartment
The Museum Penthouse Apartment London

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at this apartment?

This apartment provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around this apartment?

This apartment is situated in London City Centre, just steps from The British Museum, and within a 10-minute walk of Russell Square and Covent Garden Market. You'll also find Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this apartment?

No, this apartment doesn't offer parking.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Museum Penthouse?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this apartment include a fireplace, a soaking tub, and a kitchen.

Does The Museum Penthouse have a hot tub?

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

Does this apartment offer breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at this apartment.

What is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is London City Airport (LCY), which is 8.9 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 17.8 mi away (50-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Museum Penthouse?

Yes, every apartment at The Museum Penthouse comes with a balcony with some featuring city views.