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The Thanet Hotel

3.0 star property

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Shower, towels, soap
Interior
Standard Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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8 Bedford Place, London, England, WC1B 5JA
  • Place, Bloomsbury Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The British Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

  • 80 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • 160 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, The Thanet Hotel is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as The British Museum and Russell Square. This 20-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Bloomsbury Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The British Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Theatreland - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Russell Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University College London - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Holborn Underground Station - 6 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 9 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪'The Level' Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Antalya Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Montague on the Gardens - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hello Love - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Thanet Hotel

Guests of The Thanet Hotel enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Portable fans, desks, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Thanet Hotel Annex
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  • 24/7 front desk
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Total with taxes and fees
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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

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

The Thanet Hotel Hotel
The Thanet Hotel London
The Thanet Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Thanet Hotel?

The Thanet Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Thanet Hotel?

As of Apr 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Thanet Hotel on Apr 6, 2026 start from $68, 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.

What can I see within easy reach of The Thanet 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 Covent Garden Market less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Thanet Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The Thanet Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, The Thanet Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Thanet Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does The Thanet Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Thanet Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Thanet Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Thanet Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Thanet Hotel.

Does The Thanet Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Thanet Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Thanet Hotel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 9 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 18.8 mi away (50-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Thanet Hotel?

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

The Thanet Hotel Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 169 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Marcos

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was very dirty and the bathroom ceiling light makes a lot of noise. My single room didnt had bathroom , I had to pay 14£ more for a single room with bathroom, and that room was very dirty and the bathroom dirty with 💩, there weren't any towers. That place shouldn't be considered a hotel if not a hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jhon

Disliked: Amenities
Room is okay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Anna

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room needed reparing and a deep clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Silvanus Oroko

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to check out the next day,Rooms were not condusive for my children.I can't mention my real experience but generally it was terrible.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rosanne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Zoe

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Humphrey

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
good value and location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elliott

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Heather

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I used the hotel as it was close to Great Ormond Street hospital. It was a large room with double and 3 single beds. It was disgustingly the was stains all over the carpet walls n ceiling. I refused to use the shower coz the mould that was in it. You could see the stains on the duvet through the duvet cover so I slept in my clothes. Lucky enough my husband decided to stay otherwise I would have left and slept in the hospital waiting area where it was more comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not go there. Dirty, not got water, zero help from staff. I booked for 5 days and left after 2, even if it was not refundable. Really a bad place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Rafael

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charlotte

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room not clean, including bathroom. Hair in shower, no plug in sink, clearly not cleaned. Hair on bed, mattress springs prominent , had to cushion with towel under sheet. Table had thick film of dust. TV did not work, broken spring on bedroom door which I assume should be a fire door. No teaspoon for tea. Pillows extremely lumpy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

YUCHANG

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good location. behind the building is Main Street. I believe that is bloomsbury wy where there are lots of shops, restaurants. Russell square garden is just cross the street. Walking distance to British museum, Soho square, Oxford St, and two tube stations nearby. It takes 30 mins from airport to Tottenham court station by Elizabeth line. I don't think Thanet can be ranked 3 star hotel. However, after 3 days stayed over there, the little room with London give me the good memory.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

hazel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delivered exactly what i needed. Decent, no frills double room, bathroom, walking distance to London Palladium. Thank you, Thanet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Owen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First place I’ve ever stayed where there is a kettle, but no tea or coffee to make and where there is a tv that doesn’t work and WiFi that decides when it will or where there is evidently a leak because the carpet is sodden and yet the owner chooses not to do anything about it. Astonishing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not sure what to say

The front of house staff were efficient and friendly. I have zero complaints. The issue is the mould and damage in the rooms. Cut my foot on a broken tile in the toilet and didn’t dare shower incase the mould spores touched me. Cheapest in the area for a reason but not sure how am health and safety haven’t closed them down.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Satisfactory only

Good to be given a family room when travelling solo. However room was tired - threadbare carpet, mouldy shower curtain and no kettle despite their being cups and coffee available to use.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Guerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not worth the price

Overall the lobby staff were friendly. No complaints with them what so ever. Very nice people. My room on the other hand had the smallest shower ever. With a shower head that sprayed everywhere but your body. The bed was slanted as sinking in the flood, not very comfy. No AC, but the fan on high speed was so low. Overall for the price, comfort was bad, cleanliness was poor, and shower/bathroom was very poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025