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Bedford Hotel

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A short walk from Russell Square and The British Museum, Bedford Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Botanica, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

8.4 out of 10
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(154 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
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Twin Room

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(105 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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Double Room, Garden View

7.6 out of 10
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  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a tree.

Single Room, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(110 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a tree.

Twin Room, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(89 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in London City Centre, a neighborhood in London, Bedford Hotel is near a metro station. The British Museum and St. Paul's Cathedral are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Oxford Street and Tottenham Court Road. Consider Excel London for a night out, and don't miss London Eye, a top local attraction. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient to public transportation: Russell Square Underground Station is 4 minutes by foot and Holborn Underground Station is 6 minutes. Visit our London travel guide
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Southampton Row, 83-95, London, England, WC1B 4HD

What's nearby

  • A large classical building with columns and statues, surrounded by trees and a paved area with people walking.
    Bloomsbury Square
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A park with trees, grass, a statue, and buildings in the background during sunset.
    Russell Square
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Art Workers Guild
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • October Gallery
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University College London
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Russell Square Underground Station
    4 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Station
    11 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fitz's Brasserie
    3 min walk
  • Cafe in the Gardens
    3 min walk
  • Caffe Tropea
    3 min walk
  • Pret a Manger
    2 min walk
  • 'The Level' Restaurant
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 24 per day)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 19 for adults and GBP 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Botanica

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • Built in 1964
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 50.00 per pet, per week
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 19 for adults and GBP 19 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 24 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 50.00 per pet, per week
  • 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, 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Bedford Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 50.00 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 24 per day.

What time is check-in at Bedford Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bedford Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bedford Hotel located?

Located in London City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Russell Square and The British Museum. Oxford Street and Tottenham Court Road are also within 15 minutes. Russell Square Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and Holborn Underground Station is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Bedford Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 945 out of 1849 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 636 out of 1849 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 1849 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1849 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1849 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location, nice clean room and friendly staff! Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good location; helpful staff; pleasant rear garden; small but well-designed room, providing all necessities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and well organized.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Superb location and would absolutely stay here again. Quiet at night and friendly/helpful staff too. Laundry service is quick and affordable too if you use it, plus plenty of food and drink locations nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stay here every time we come to London and get the garden view room. It’s quiet and lovely view. It’s convenient to many restaurants and if you wanna go to the British museum, it’s literally nearly right around the corner.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely stay at Bedford Hotel! The staff were amazing, friendly, and helpful. Great central location, making it easy to explore London. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location is really great - just around the corner from the British Museum, pleasant longer walks to Trafalgar Square or St. Paul’s Cathedral. Excellent breakfast. Room was comfortable and large enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Perfect location. Great sites, close to the underground.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff were very helpful. Room was a good size and clean. A little dated and toilet door did not close properly. Beds clean and comfortable. Great location for British Museum. Did not eat there. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a fantastic stay! The single rooms are great value and an excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The reception and dining room staff were exceptional. The housekeeping was good. The water pressure was great. The hotel is located in a great location and there were plenty of restaurant and pub options around. The Afternoon Tea at the hotel was delightful. We would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Bedford was a comfortable, clean, friendly and safe place to return after a long busy day. The location is convenient from the train station to the airport.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was the perfect location for London visitors, close to many attractions, pubs, eateries and the Russell square metro station. Book now !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The rooms were clean and beds comfortable. No way to turn the heat down so a little warm overnight. The breakfast was really good great selection.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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lovely hotel, clean rooms, friendly staff, the restaurant and bar were excellent as well. Will definitely stay here for my next London break!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place, nice people.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved the management of the staff members at this hotel this time, just like I did in the past.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very agreeable staff and good service. One problem we encountered that wasn't resolved was our toilet didn't flush most of the time and when I spoked to the front desk about it I was given instructions on how to flush it. It was not fixed during our 3-night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice room, hotel well situated, staff are all lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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The hotel is old, but bed is comfortable. Front desk staff is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Centrally located, close to shopping, museums and west end theatres.. nearest tube stations Holborn or Russell Square. Rooms are small but clean with comfortable beds, hairdryer and tea & coffee. Good selection of breakfast items served. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Perfect location for my stay. Room a little tired (particularly the ensuite) but very clean and great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Central hotel with a garden where I ate breakfast and dinner. There was live music in the garden on one of the nights of my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredible reception team and such good value for money, nice clean basic accommodation for a good price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026