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Luxury
4.5 star property
10

Exceptional

Luxury hotel remodeled in 2026 and located near The British Museum

Close to Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus, The Imperial provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. The on-site restaurant, Edit Lounge, offers lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Fitness studio

ACCESS

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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BAY | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

BAY

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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EDGE | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

EDGE

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a wall-mounted artwork, and a door.

URBAN

  • 25 sq m
  • 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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair and table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

CITY

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a lamp.

HORIZON

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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BEACON | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

BEACON

  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a window with a painting, and a sink.

HIDEAWAY

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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NEST | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

NEST

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

BLOOMSBURY BEACON

  • 92 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in London City Centre neighborhood, The Imperial is connected to a rail/subway station. Oxford Street and Covent Garden Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hyde Park and Russell Square. London Eye and Natural History Museum are not to be missed. Visit our London travel guide
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Russell Square, 61-66, London, England, WC1B 5BB

What's nearby

  • A park with trees, grass, a statue, and buildings in the background during sunset.
    Russell Square
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A cobblestone path with fallen leaves, a hedge, and a row of historic buildings with ornate architecture.
    Bloomsbury Square
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Horse Hospital
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University College London
    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
  • Noxy Brothers
    3 min walk
  • Caffe Tropea
    2 min walk

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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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is The Imperial pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at The Imperial?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Imperial?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Imperial located?

Located in London City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Russell Square and The British Museum. Oxford Street and Leicester Square are also within 1 mi (2 km). Russell Square Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and Holborn Underground Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

The Imperial Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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Fantastic two night stay! High quality and modern full renovation of this classic Russell Square Hotel. Housekeeping were very efficient, room made on the second day as well presented and fresh as when we first arrived. The roof top bar and restaurant provides one of the best views across this part of London with seating ideal for couples to large groups. Front of house and reception staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Genuinely kind and welcoming. A fantastic stay with not a single thing I could complain about which is very impressive for the hotel’s first week of reopening. Would fully recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Visited last weekend after the recent refurb, very impressed. Welcome drink on arrival , Gorgeous decor. Room was huge, all staff amazing. Super friendly to us and my little boy. Very chatty. Didn’t get to make use of the rooftop area but looked fab, we were only there 1 night and had a packed itinerary. Great location, We walked to postal museum and then on the evening walked back from Covent Garden. Robes in the room and comfy bed. We will be back and recommend this hotel to friends and family. We paid around £205 with an nhs discount and I’ve paid that was premier inn at King’s Cross before so as you can imagine there is no comparison. Hope it doesn’t go up in price too much!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

nereyda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gosh, where do I even begin?! From the moment I walked up to the hotel, I was greeted by the friendliest, most vibrant bellmen! The entire check-in process went so smoothly, and during that time, they took my suitcases up to my room. It was such a thoughtful touch and made the hotel’s hospitality stand out from the very beginning. As a solo female traveler, I felt completely safe and well taken care of throughout my stay. My girl Diana at the front desk went above and beyond her role—she is truly such a gem and I want to thank her again for making my experience that much greater from beginning to end <3 The upstairs restaurant was fabulous—very trendy and such a vibe. I know I’m probably spelling his name incorrectly, but Sayf really took care of me every time I went up there. He always made me feel so welcome, which was genuinely comforting. Aside from the amazing staff, the food was great! I had brunch there one day with a girlfriend, and she loved the place too, by the way! The views were immaculate, and dinner was also delicious. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting London. I definitely plan on returning! <3
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cesar Roman Cano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente y muy buen servicio
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026