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A modern hotel lobby with a long dining area, a reception desk, and a large window with curtains.
A rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, furnished with round tables, chairs, and potted plants.
A walk-in closet with hanging space, shelves, and a mirror.
A hotel room with a round mirror, a small table with a potted plant, a wine glass, and a view of a building through the window.
A hotel room with a bed, curtains, a view of an outdoor area, and a wall with a colorful pattern.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • 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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted TV, and a lamp.

ACCESS

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a view of the city through the window.

BAY

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a view of the city through large windows.

EDGE

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant and cup.

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

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A room with a view of a cityscape, a small table with a plant, a book, and a cup.

CITY

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with a tray, and a view of the cityscape.

HORIZON

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a small round table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

BEACON

  • 614 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

HIDEAWAY

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, multiple pillows, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

NEST

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

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bathtub, a small table with a bottle and glass, and a view of the city.

BLOOMSBURY BEACON

  • 990 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, The Imperial is adjacent to Russell Square and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like The British Museum. 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 close to Oxford Street and Leicester Square.

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Horse Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.2 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. Self parking is offered for GBP 27 per day. 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 (GBP 27 per day)

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

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

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Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: GBP 100 per accommodation, 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 28 for adults and GBP 28 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 27 per day
  • 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 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Imperial London
Imperial Hotel London
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The Imperial Hotel
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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 Oxford Street and Leicester Square less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Imperial?

As of Sep 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Imperial on Oct 4, 2026 start from $324, 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.

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.

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.

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).

The Imperial Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

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