Bedford Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near The British Museum

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Twin Room
Meeting facility
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Southampton Row, 83-95, London, England, WC1B 4HD
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University College London
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The British Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

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

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(132 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

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

Double Room, Garden View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room, Garden View

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

Twin Room, Garden View

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

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About the area

London

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find Russell Square and The British Museum. Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bloomsbury Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Russell Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University College London - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The British Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪'The Level' Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Tropea - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Antalya Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Montague on the Gardens - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Bedford Hotel

4-star hotel near The British Museum
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Bedford Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star London hotel.

  • 184 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1964
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Bedford Hotel offers 184 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Refrigerators and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Refrigerator on request

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

Things to do

  • Library

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • 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: GBP 50.00 per pet, per week
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bedford Hotel to the airport?

Bedford Hotel is 8.7 mi (42-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bedford Hotel?

As of Apr 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bedford Hotel on Apr 6, 2026 start from CA $225, excluding 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 Bedford Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bedford Hotel.

Does Bedford Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Bedford Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 19 for adults and GBP 19 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Bedford Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Bedford Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bedford Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 24 per day.

Does Bedford Hotel have a pool?

Bedford Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Bedford Hotel have a restaurant?

Bedford Hotel is home to Botanica, which features garden views and al fresco dining.

Does Bedford Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Bedford Hotel to downtown London?

Bedford Hotel is 0.9 mi away from London.

Bedford Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 851 out of 1698 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 608 out of 1698 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1698 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1698 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1698 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this hotel. It's so close to so many things! It felt like we were off the beaten path but within a half an hour's walk of any major attraction. Easy access to Metro. Lots of convenience stores, restaurants and shops right out the front door. Not to mention the British museum just a block away. The room was clean efficient and had a good view of the garden which I liked. Ken, along with all the reception staff were outstanding. They were always willing to help with anything we needed and greeted us when we came in and when we left the property for our daily adventure. They were so professional and polite. I hate to say it but I just wasn't used to that level of service ...and I've been to all the MGM properties in Las Vegas including Bellagio, NoMad, Cosmo, etc. These guys are great!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ilza

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jodi

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: - Great location in central London - Short walk to multiple Tube stations - Room was large & quiet with big windows and a view of the courtyard and surrounding area - Huge, Full English Breakfast was included in our room rate - great way to start the day! - Very friendly staff! Cons: - Water pressure was weak in the shower and was hard to find a temperature "sweet spot" - Very little storage space in the bathroom for toiletries - Perhaps a bit pricey - No fridge in room Would I stay again? Definitely!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and comfortable. Comfortable bed and pillow. Friendly chrck in staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location by the Museum and Euston Station. Room had everything I needed. Would stay again but not do the breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Cousy hôtel, perfect location, pleasant stuff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the greeting whenI arrived to checking out. Perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was extremely helpful and kind. The room was clean and the hotel is in a perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, shower not great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Small room and noisy. Clean enough
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Reno

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location. It was close (a six minute walk) to Russell Square station on the Piccadilly Line, and less than a 30 minute walk to several theatres. The staff were very helpful and kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLAIRE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, and staff very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

clyde

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, good reception, well located and decent value
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Declan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good hotel in a central location. Rooms were modern and clean and the breakfast was nice and a good price, especially when included at the time of booking. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, tiny room but great bed. Fantastic breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I don't consider the hotel to be a four-star category. A three-star rating is more fitting. The room needs updates and some amenities added.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

debra lynne

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Simon

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
The major positive of my stay was the quality of service provided by Ruby, who was on the front desk in the evenings during my 3 day stay. She was efficient, professional, calm and incredibly impressive and I will remember my stay at The Bedford Hotel primarily for the effort she made to make my stay a pleasant experience. Please pass on my thanks to her, she's a star!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025