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Smart Russell Square Hostel

2.0 star property
Art Deco hostel within walking distance of The British Museum

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Reception
Single bed in a shared dormitory | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Living area
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Arcade/game room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
The price is $86
includes taxes & fees
$71 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Private Twin Dorm (Ensuite) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Twin Dorm (Ensuite)

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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$101 per night
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About the neighborhood

Map
71-72 Guilford Street, London, England, WC1N 1DF

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The British Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Leicester Square - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Trafalgar Square - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 42 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 45 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 50 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 55 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 100 min drive
  • London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • London Euston Station - 13 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 14 min walk
  • Russell Square Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • Holborn Underground Station - 8 min walk
  • Farringdon Underground Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Russell Square Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Antalya Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fortitude Bakehouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burr & Co - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Smart Russell Square Hostel

Smart Russell Square Hostel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Russell Square and The British Museum. This Art Deco hostel is also just a 5-minute drive from Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square. Public transportation is just a short walk: Russell Square Underground Station is 3 minutes and Holborn Underground Station is 8 minutes.

Languages

Arabic, Dutch, English, French, Hindi, Italian, Polish, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 37 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 17
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 17

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art Deco architecture

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: GBP 10.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 6.50 per person

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
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 cash.

Also known as

Smart Russell Square Hostel London
Smart Russell Square Hostel
Smart Russell Square London
Smart Russell Square
Smart Russell Square Hotel London
Smart Russell Square Hostel London, England
Smart Russell Square Hostel London
Smart Russell Square Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Smart Russell Square Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Smart Russell Square Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Smart Russell Square Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Smart Russell Square Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Smart Russell Square Hostel and nearby?
Smart Russell Square Hostel has an arcade.
What's the area around Smart Russell Square Hostel like?
Smart Russell Square Hostel is in London City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Russell Square Underground Station and 9 minutes' walk from The British Museum.

Reviews

6.6

Good

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Standard dorm
Hostels always appear on my searches, so thought I'd hive one a go. It's what you would expect from a hostel, toilet and shower shared between the 9 of us in the dorm. Ladder up maybe could be better, lockers where very large, could do with some more hooks for towels (don't forget to bring your own) and better shoe storage. No food allowed in the room, although some ignored that. Note that it's age restricted to 18-45 years old only.
Nicholas, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good place to stay in the middle of London.
It was a reasonably priced place to stay for a night or two, right where I needed to be. If you don’t plan on spending time in your lodgings, then this is a good choice as a place to sleep and store your belongings. I was in an 8 room dorm en suit, so my experience was dependent on my roommates, which was mostly ok. The bathroom shower/sink/toilet were clean, and there was an additional sink in room. The locker fit my stupidly overflowing suitcase, and the bunk was comfy enough. The only issue was the room itself was stifling with no airflow, which made the bunk feel claustrophobic and hot, despite there being a weak fan to circulate air by the bathroom. I imagine that’s not an issue during other times of the year. If you run hot when you sleep, bring a small usb fan, I wish I did lol. Keep in mind there’s no lift. That’s not a complaint, just a reminder. I was assigned to a dorm four flights up and have a bad knee, so that sucked. It didn’t occur to me to check about stairs beforehand. That’s my fault.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The hostel is conveniently located, within walking distance to theaters, museums and many tourist attraction sites. Will recommend to others.
Vivian, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was cheap and cheerful. Excellent value for money stay in a set of bunk beds with en-suite for less £100 in the centre of London near tube station and walking distance to all the attractions. Thank you
Lorna, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Comfortable beds with curtains; quiet 'atmosphere', clean enough conditions. Good staying.
Hanna, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Margaret, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

6/10 Good

Like many other reviewers, I have to complain about the metal drawers at the bottom of the bunk beds. I thought I'd be ok with it because I usually wear earplugs. But those noises are unavoidable unless you put on shooting ear mufflers. I constantly woke up at night due to that noise and wasn't able to sleep well during my 3 day stay there. Although they offered the cheapest price for a great location, I would have picked a different place where I can at least sleep through the night.
Tongji, 3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Zhongyi, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Ryan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nanako, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Great location.
Nancy, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Beds are too congested and small. reception guy will not let you seat in reception area unless you check-in.. found so rude behaviour..
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Selina, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

david, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Ubonwan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Was a really nice hostel with good facilities. The bathrooms were really clean and the dorms were nice too.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Keren, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Eric, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

mohammed, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Marie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Suzanne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

awesome just extremely boiling
Levi, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

It's a Hostel, you get what you pay for. The free breakfast was a nice little surprise. The private room met the needs of us both, although basic.
Bradley, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review