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The Bloomsbury Hotel

4.0 of 5
16-22 Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3NN, England (Formerly Jurys Great Russell Street) (Bloomsbury / Holborn)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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coventry
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Stayed at hotel Sunday 19th May, and would thoroughly recommend to travellers. Great location - 5min walk to Soho and music bars in Denmark Street. Easy access from tube and Euston Station. Rooms luxuriously appointed, and spotless. Staff extremely helpful and friendly. Nothing at all to complain about and prices for the leisure break extremely competative when booking directly via... More

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MichaelNeve, General Manager at The Bloomsbury Hotel, responded to this review
May 21, 2013

Thank you very much for recommending The Bloomsbury Hotel, It is great to hear that you enjoyed the location of the hotel for shopping and nightlife and that you found the local transport links easy to access during your stay. It is fantastic to hear that the staff were extremely helpful and friendly and that your room were luxuriously appointed... More

Hoffman Estates, Illinois
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

We stayed at this hotel during one of my business trips at London. The hotel is centrally located and there's easy access to many of the attractions in Centra London. The hotel staff are very courteous and extremely helpful. Paolo (our concierge), went out of the way to organize a few things for us. The Check-in /check-out process was a... More

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MichaelNeve, General Manager at The Bloomsbury Hotel, responded to this review
May 21, 2013

We would like to thank you for taking the time to write a review on your recent visit at The Bloomsbury Hotel. It is fabulous to hear that you enjoyed your Afternoon Tea in our Lutyens Lounge and that you found check in/ check out a breeze. We are pleased that you found all of our staff to be very... More

Colchester, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

A very centrally placed Hotel offering a friendly welcome. Nothing was too much trouble for any member of the staff and as an elderly person, travelling alone, I found them very helpful. The room I had, was a quality room and very comfortable. There are plenty of gadgets and interesting pieces of equipment, but the general comfort is very good.... More

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MichaelNeve, General Manager at The Bloomsbury Hotel, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay with us. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the food that was on offer at The Landseer Restaurant and that you found it very appetising, it is always great to hear that the staff are so friendly and helpful. We are glad that you enjoyed your room and... More

south wales
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

From check in to check out this hotel delivers first class service all the way. This really is a top quality venue. All the staff are impeccable which is the icing on the cake for this hotel as the location, comfort & quality of food is nothing short of amazing. The bed and pillows is as comfortable as any I... More

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MichaelNeve, General Manager at The Bloomsbury Hotel, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

Thank you very much for recommending The Bloomsbury Hotel. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your eggs Florentine breakfast and lunch at The Landseer Restaurant. It is always fantastic to hear that the staff are impeccable and the service you received was amazing. We are glad that you enjoyed the comfortable bed, iPod dock and coffee machine in your... More

Yeadon, England, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Last weekend i stayed at the Bloomsbury Hotel for the second visit. it goes without saying that in a hotel of this standard you would expext, fabulous decor, excellent food, and spotless rooms. But what sets this hotel apart from the usual "faceless chain hotels" in London is the staff. Within an hour of us checking in the staff knew... More

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MichaelNeve, General Manager at The Bloomsbury Hotel, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay with us. It is fabulous to hear that you had a wonderful stay and that the food, decor, spotless room and service from our staff made your stay so great. We are pleased that your Son felt so welcome and that you found the location of the hotel to... More

Boston, Massachusetts
Senior Contributor
31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

I stayed here because of the location (close to the office for my business trip), but I have to say that I would gladly come back on vacation any time! The staff is incredibly warm and welcoming. My room was not big by any standards, but was beautifully decorated - the modern decor somehow works with the historical atmosphere, the... More

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MichaelNeve, General Manager at The Bloomsbury Hotel, responded to this review
May 16, 2013

Thank you for making the Bloomsbury Hotel your Hotel of choice whilst on business and for taking the time to write your review. We are delighted that you found the staff to be very warm and welcoming and that you found the room to be beautifully decorated and the bed very comfortable. We really appreciate your feedback regarding the shower... More

wolverhampton
Senior Contributor
31 reviews 31 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
197 helpful votes 197 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

Stayed for a weekend as a surprise for my fiancé. Had booked this hotel because I thought I got a good deal on the price. Arrived just before 2pm, reception staff were friendly and welcoming. Our room was 528, a superior room on the back of the hotel. Nice and quiet. The room was tastefully decorated, nespresso machine along with... More

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MichaelNeve, General Manager at The Bloomsbury Hotel, responded to this review
May 16, 2013

Thank you for choosing the Bloomsbury Hotel for your surprise weekend for your Fiance and for your recent review. I am delighted you enjoyed breakfast in our Landseer Restaurant and that every aspect of the room ensured the weekend was so special. Thank you also for recommending the Hotel and we all look forward to welcoming you next time you... More

Kuwait
Top Contributor
53 reviews 53 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

The Bloomsbury is a lovely hotel very near the British Museum. The staff is polite and helpful--more than willing to go the extra mile to accommodate requests. The lobby is fitted out attractively with comfortable chairs and couches; it readily attracts guests, who read their papers, have a cup of tea or a glass of wine or just chat. The... More

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MichaelNeve, General Manager at The Bloomsbury Hotel, responded to this review
May 16, 2013

Thank you for taking the time to review the Bloomsbury Hotel and I am delighted that you enjoyed every aspect of the Hotel. It is always fabulous to hear when the staff go the extra mile, and please rest assured I have addressed the missing luggage rack in your room to ensure this does not happen in the future. We... More

Lancashire
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

My husband and I try to get away to London alone for my birthday each year and have been staying at this hotel for many years now. It has over the past 18 months been rebranded as The Bloomsbury. The rooms have been refurbished in soft muted grey tones with modern accents of silver and black. The bathrooms are modern... More

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MichaelNeve, General Manager at The Bloomsbury Hotel, responded to this review
May 16, 2013

It is always a pleasure to welcome you back for your birthday weekend and thank you for choosing the Bloomsbury Hotel again this year. I am delighted that you found the refurbishment of the hotel enhanced your stay and the bed so comfortable and the air conditioning just right. We all look forward to welcoming you back next year and... More

Cambridge, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
25 reviews 25 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

What stood out for me was the service . The staff were friendly ,attentive and 100% professional. I will definitely be returning to this hotel. The location was very good ,as we were close to soya and Covent garden. The room was small, but perfectly adequate for the job.a big well done ,and thank you to all who made our... More

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MichaelNeve, General Manager at The Bloomsbury Hotel, responded to this review
May 16, 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write your recent review and I am delighted that you found the location met your needs perfectly. It is always fabulous to hear that you found all the staff to be 100% professional and everybody so friendly and attentive. Thank you also for recommending the hotel and we look forward to welcoming you... More

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What travelers say

  • British museum(39)
  • Oxford street(24)
  • Tottenham court road(20)
  • Great location(18)
  • Continental breakfast(8)
  • Very clean(7)
  • Room service(6)
  • Good size(5)
  • Friendly and helpful(5)
  • Really nice(4)

Additional Information about The Bloomsbury Hotel

Address: 16-22 Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3NN, England (Formerly Jurys Great Russell Street)
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Region: United Kingdom > England > London > Bloomsbury / Holborn
Amenities:
Business Center Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#59 Luxury Hotels in London
#74 Romantic Hotels in London
#76 Business Hotels in London
#142 Family Hotels in London
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Just a few minutes’ walk from Oxford Street, Leicester Square and Covent Garden, The Bloomsbury Hotel (formerly Jurys Great Russell Street Hotel) is a fabulous fusion of London design styles. Its Superior and Deluxe bedrooms, modern restaurant, bar and conference centre blend old world grandeur with contemporary comfort and new technology, offering everything for the discerning visitor in a London setting of immense charm. ... more   less 
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