Location. The Russell Hotel overlooks Bloomsbury's tree-lined Russell Square in London, England. The hotel is located three blocks from the British Museum. Covent Garden and West End theaters are positioned one kilometer from the hotel.
Hotel Features. Housed within a grand terracotta building, The Russell Hotel reflects detailed Renaissance architectural influences. The interior claims many original features such as Sicilian marble columns, vaulted ceilings, massive chandeliers, a restored mosaic floor, and a grand marble staircase. Fitzroy Doll's Restaurant features a grand dining room where international cuisine and British favorites are served. Kings Bar offers a relaxed atmosphere and is known as a popular site for pre-dinner drinks. The Russell Hotel houses 20 function rooms that accommodate up to 450 guests. Wireless Internet access is available for a fee. The business centre offers two computers equipped with high-speed Internet access. Additional property amenities include 24-hour concierge services, laundry facilities and currency exchange.
Guestrooms. The Russell Hotel offers 373 air-conditioned guestrooms presented in distinct traditional, modern and contemporary styles. Accommodations boast silver chandeliers, two telephones, full-length mirrors, laptop-compatible, in-room safes and beds with headboard-mounted reading lamps. Standard rooms include coffeemakers and refrigerators upon request. Rooms are equipped with satellite television. Select rooms boast plasma-screen televisions, bedside ceiling-hung lights, Egyptian-cotton linens and beds with glass headboards. Bathrooms in renovated guestrooms feature multi-jet showers, marble counters and raised glass basins. High-speed Internet access is available in all accommodations.
Expert Tip. Fitzroy Doll's restaurant was named after the famous architect who also designed the Titanic's almost identical restaurant. Virginia Woolf, who used to frequent the hotel bar, was quoted as saying "One can not think well, love well or sleep well unless one dines well."
Property Amenities
Business Center
Dry Cleaning Service
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant(s)
Elevator/Lift
Concierge desk
Event catering
Cell phone/mobile rental
Technology helpdesk
Computer rental
Meeting room (small groups)
Ballroom(s)
Currency exchange
Medical assistance available
Exhibit space
Express check-out
Banquet facilities
Security guard
Babysitting or child care
Conference room(s)
Safe-deposit box
Coffee shop or cafe
Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
Room service (24 hours)
Business services
Laundry facilities
Breakfast services - Fees Apply
Internet public area - wireless - Fees Apply
Parking nearby - GBP18/24 Hours
Area Attractions
British Museum: 3 Blocks Covent Garden: 1.0 Km (0.5 Mile) West End Theatre District: 1.0 Km (0.5 Mile) Oxford Street: 1.0 Km (0.5 Mile) Royal Courts Of Justice: 1.0 Km (0.5 Mile) Inns Of Court: 1.0 Km (0.5 Mile) Business District: 1.5 Km (1.0 Mile) St Paul's Cathedral: 1.5 Km (1.0 Mile) Trafalgar Square: 1.5 Km (1.0 Mile) National Gallery: 1.5 Km (1.0 Mile) Houses Of Parliament And Big Ben: 2.5 Km (1.5 Miles) Tate Modern: 2.5 Km (1.5 Miles) Harrods: 3.0 Km (2.0 Miles) Knightsbridge: 3.0 Km (2.0 Miles) Buckingham Palace: 3.0 Km (2.0 Miles)
Driving Directions
From London Heathrow Airport: Approximate Distance To The Hotel Is 30 Km (18 Miles).
The Extensive London Underground System Connects The Hotel With The Rest Of Central London. The Underground Stations Closest To The Hotel Are Russell Square And Holborn. There Is Also A Wide Choice Of Buses. The Hotel Can Order Black Taxi Cabs On Request.
London Charges Congestion Zone Fees Within Clearly Designated Areas Of The City. Those Who Operate Vehicles Within These Zones Are Assessed Daily Fees That Apply Mondays Through Fridays.
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