The Bloomsbury Hotel
Bloomsbury, London
About The Bloomsbury Hotel
The Bloomsbury Hotel occupies a magnificent Neo-Georgian building on Great Russell Street, directly opposite the British Museum. Originally designed by Edwin Lutyens in 1932, the building has been beautifully restored, blending period grandeur with contemporary comfort. The hotel is part of the Doyle Collection and offers 153 rooms finished in a classic English style with modern amenities.
The Coral Room bar, set beneath a soaring coral-pink barrel-vaulted ceiling, is one of London's most photogenic hotel bars and a wonderful spot for cocktails. The Dalloway Terrace — named for Virginia Woolf's literary connections to Bloomsbury — serves excellent seasonal food in a flower-filled setting. For theatre-goers, Tottenham Court Road station is a five-minute walk, putting you in the West End within minutes. The literary history of the neighbourhood adds an extra layer of charm to any stay.
Why you'll love it
- ✓Stunning Neo-Georgian building by Edwin Lutyens, opposite the British Museum
- ✓The Coral Room bar — one of London's most beautiful hotel bars
- ✓Dalloway Terrace restaurant with seasonal flower-filled courtyard
- ✓Five-minute walk to Tottenham Court Road station for the West End
- ✓Rich literary heritage in the heart of Bloomsbury
Good to know
Nearest tube
Tottenham Court Road (Central, Northern, Elizabeth) — 5 min walk; Holborn (Central, Piccadilly) — 5 min walk
Check-in
3:00 PM
Check-out
12:00 PM
Distance to West End
10-minute walk to Shaftesbury Avenue via Tottenham Court Road
Guest reviews
Victoria S.
January 2025
“The building is breathtaking — the lobby alone is worth a visit. We had cocktails in the Coral Room before walking to our show on Shaftesbury Avenue. The room was large by London standards and beautifully furnished. A real find.”
George P.
July 2024
“Lovely hotel in a great Bloomsbury location. We spent the morning at the British Museum (literally across the road) then walked to the theatre in the evening. Dalloway Terrace lunch was a highlight. Rooms are elegant if a touch traditional for younger guests.”
Isabelle N.
October 2024
“We stayed for three nights and loved every minute. The staff went above and beyond — they recommended a show we hadn't heard of and it turned out to be the highlight of our trip. Breakfast was excellent.”
Frequently asked questions
Is the British Museum really opposite?
Yes, the hotel's main entrance on Great Russell Street is directly across from the British Museum's front gates. You can be inside the museum within two minutes of leaving the hotel.
Do I need to book the Coral Room?
Walk-ins are welcome but it can get busy, particularly on weekends. Booking ahead is recommended for Friday and Saturday evenings.
Is there a gym?
Yes, the hotel has a fitness room available to all guests. It's compact but well-equipped with cardio machines and free weights.
How far is it to the West End theatres?
Shaftesbury Avenue is about a ten-minute walk via New Oxford Street. Alternatively, hop on the Central or Northern line at Tottenham Court Road — one stop to Leicester Square puts you right in the theatre district.
Is the area safe at night?
Bloomsbury is one of London's safest and most pleasant neighbourhoods, well-lit and busy with students and residents. You'll feel very comfortable walking back from the theatre at night.
Price from
£180
per night
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£180/night