Royal National Hotel

3.0 star property

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Property amenity
Exterior
Lobby
Pizza
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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38-51 Bedford Way, London, England, WC1H 0DG
  • Place, University College London
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The British Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3

Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(200 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(81 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(117 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Family Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Plus Double Room

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

Standard Plus Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(89 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Plus Twin - Extra Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(43 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Plus Triple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(62 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Standard Plus Triple - Extra Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Standard Plus Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Plus Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

Standard Plus Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3

Standard Plus Twin Room - Extra Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Plus Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Plus Triple - Extra Bed

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Plus Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, Royal National Hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Russell Square and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like The British Museum. This 1358-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • University College London - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Russell Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of London - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The British Museum - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tottenham Court Road - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fitz's Brasserie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blooms Pizza Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Noxy Brothers - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bloomsbury Lanes - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. Self parking is offered for GBP 24.00 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. This smoke-free hotel also has a banquet hall.
30-inch TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include coffee makers, phones, and wardrobes or closets. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 24 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 17.50 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Blooms Cafe
  • The London Pub

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

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 17.50 for adults and GBP 17.50 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 24.00 per day

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Hotel Royal National
National Royal
National Royal Hotel
Royal Hotel National
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Royal National Hotel London
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Hotel Royal National London
Hotel National Royal
National Hotel London
Royal National Hotel London, England
The Royal National Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Royal National Hotel?

Royal National Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal National Hotel?

As of Mar 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal National Hotel on Apr 19, 2026 start from $139, 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 is there to do near Royal National Hotel?

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 Trafalgar Square within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Royal National Hotel?

Yes, covered parking is offered for GBP 24.00 per day.

Does Royal National Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Royal National Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Royal National Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Royal National Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include city views and bathrobes.

Does Royal National Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Royal National Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Royal National Hotel serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Blooms Cafe.

Will Royal National Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Royal National Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Royal National Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Royal National Hotel?

The closest major airport to Royal National Hotel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 10.5 mi away (50 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 19.9 mi away (58-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Royal National Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Royal National Hotel.

Royal National Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1118 out of 3065 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1118 out of 3065 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 533 out of 3065 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 172 out of 3065 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 124 out of 3065 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and breakfast was done really well each day. Definitely worth the stay with breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lamia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, staff were helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room lovely and clean . Staff were very polite.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Iroom was spotless and staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Zahra A, North Vancouver

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very dusty. You can see they clean the main surfaces like bath tub and sink, but floor needed proper vacuuming, vents and lights and side table all very dusty
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, great staff, clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy check in, clean and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The check in was quick, the room was a great size clean and tidy, and a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Agata

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Emma J

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value hotel in good location Seamless check in and out
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

CORDELLA

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was clean but the window seems single glaze and the noise from traffic made it impossible to sleep. I wasn’t told it was an accessibility room so no bathroom shelving. Was also told that breakfast is till 11:30. I questioned this and it was confirmed . I went down after 10 to find them clearing up!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

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

8/10 Good

Tina

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location near tube & bus links Room, beds & shower very good Breakfast good Some of the communal areas corridors etc need a bit of a refresh
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Anjanette

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay was verify comfortable. If breakfast is free ok. But not worth $18. Gives Carnival Cruise vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025