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Bedford Hotel

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Located close to The British Museum and Leicester Square, 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.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a wardrobe, and a window with natural light.

Double Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(150 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of buildings through a window.

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(102 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Double Room, Garden View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)
  • 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
(109 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

APARTMENT GARDEN VIEW

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT STANDARD

  • Sleeps 10

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

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 Covent Garden Market. 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
  • All Star Lanes-Holborn
    3 min walk - 0.2 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

  • Bedsheets 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 Covent Garden Market 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

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 929 out of 1815 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 615 out of 1815 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1815 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1815 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1815 reviews

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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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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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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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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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Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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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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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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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is old, but bed is comfortable. Front desk staff is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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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8/10 Good

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Had a garden room which was quiet couldnt hear any traffic noise. Room was large.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were great! Room was way too small, had no AC (they did provide a fan tho), the bathroom was uncomfortably small and the shower head was not working the first night until maintenance fixed it the next day. The plus to this hotel is location. Everything is in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely located hotel. Directly at the heart of London, and very convenient for accessing the British museum. Nice cozy and clean room, very helpful staff especially when I forgot my toothbrush, clean bathroom, and has everything you need. The only slight negative that I'd note is that you can hear every loud door bang outside in the hallway. But the hotel provides you with earplugs to try to negate that.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I did the single room, it was perfect for a solo traveler,& maybe a couple who doesnt mind sharing space. It was just enough & had everything I needed. The lobby seemed to have AC & the Garden bar was very nice. Great area also! Walking distance of many attractions/tourist areas
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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
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10/10 Excellent

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The location of this hotel is fabulous. I liked the effort they have made to be eco friendly, and the option of getting a room with a single bed is very helpful for solo travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very friendly and helpful. I have no complaints ostia any kind
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The room was clean and big enough, but so very warm, all the time, we had a small fan which was not enough, so window open meant even on 6th floor facing the street, it was noisy, hard to sleep through the night. Should have upgraded to a room facing the rear, but that wouldn’t solve the hot room problem. Breakfast and the servers at the restaurant were top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in and check out very efficient. great location in Bloomsbury, walking distance to 2 Tube stations. Front desk staff very helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved the beautifully kept garden, extension of the bar and restaurant space. Food and drinks good value, staff always a delight.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Attentive friendly helpful staff and ideally placed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean hotel - and the staff were very kind and helpful. I will stay at Bedford Hotel next time I go to London.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An overnight stay, the hotel staff were quite welcoming and the place was very clean. It was good to enjoy garden views.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026