Hotel Russell in Bloomsbury

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The Hotel Russell offers unrivalled facilities for meetings, conferences, banqueting and special events. Function rooms, equipped to the highest of standards, accommodate between 2 and 450 people. They include the elegant Wharncliffe and state-of-the-art Woburn Suites which can both seat 450 delegates theatre style or 350 people for dinner. Meetings at Russell Square is a purpose built business centre offering extensive facilities for meetings of 2 to 90 people, with dedicated on-site technical and secretarial support. Please note that the Hotel Russell is now non-smoking throughout.

This imposing terracotta building features intricate Renaissance architecture. A range of room types caters for the different needs of guests, ensuring that marble-clad lobby buzzes with business and leisure travellers from all over the world. The hotel interior retains many of its original features, including Sicilian marble columns, high vaulted ceilings, huge chandeliers, oak panelling and the grand marble staircase. A modern contrast is provided by full-service business centre and the conference rooms, which feature retractable ceiling mounted projectors. The building was founded in 1898 by the famous architect Fitzroy Doll, who also worked on the grand facilities of the Titanic. This hotel has 373 guestrooms in various styles. All have Internet access, TV, and Sony Playstation. Fitzroys Doll's Restaurant - This grand dining room, almost identical to the one on the Titanic, seats 120 and features the original Sicilian marble columns and chandeliers. Serves buffet breakfast and a la carte dinner. King's Bar - Leather armchairs and Chesterfield sofas give this popular bar the feel of a Victorian gentlemen's club. Once patronised by Virginia Wolfe it continues to attract local celebrities. Serves drinks and light snacks throughout the day.

Situated in one of the capitals most popular locations, at the heart of Bloomsbury, the four star Hotel Russell is just minutes from the fashionable Covent Garden, British Museum, Oxford Street and the West End and is within easy reach of all attractions including Buckingham Palace, St Pauls Cathedral, the London Eye, Tower of London and the Houses of Parliament. Easily accessible by road, rail and air, the Hotel Russell is just a minutes walk from Russell Square Underground Station and within walking distance of Euston, St Pancras and Kings Cross mainline railway stations. This magnificent Victorian building with its imposing faade has recently undergone a major £20 million refurbishment and investment programme to enable us to offer the ultimate in luxury hotel accommodation, facilities and standards. All 373 of the hotels en-suite bedrooms have been furnished to an upper four star standard to ensure your comfort is guaranteed. Whether you choose a standard, Ambassador or contemporary room you can be assured that you will experience one of the most comfortable and memorable bedroom experiences in the country with the Tempus Bar being the ideal venue to meet new friends or relax whilst having a pre-dinner drink. The Hotel Russell offers unrivalled facilities for meetings, conferences, banqueting and special events with function rooms, equipped to the highest of standards accommodating between 2 and 450 people including the elegant Wharncliffe and state-of-the-art Woburn Suites which can both seat 450 delegates theatre style or 350 people for dinner. Meetings @ 1-8 Russell Square is a purpose built business centre offering extensive facilities for meetings of 2 to 90 people with dedicated on-site technical and secretarial support. Please note that the Hotel Russell is now non-smoking throughout.

The hotel is situated in the heart of Bloomsbury, opposite Russell Square underground station with its excellent connections to all parts of London. It is within walking distance of the British Museum, and many of London's top theatres. It is also close to Covent Garden and Oxford Street.

On average the rooms are medium-sized and are in excellent condition, as most of them have been recently renovated. The decoration is a mixture of contemporary and traditional English. The bathrooms are in good condition too.

Recently renovated, the main restaurant is a fabulous feature of the hotel being a large airy room with a wealth of period features. There is also a large bar which has a very traditional 'club' atmosphere.

The medium-sized lobby area with its main marbled staircase, ornate coved ceiling and gold detailing creates an air of historical elegance and is a great focal point of the hotel. The reception area, in complete contrast, is bright and modern.

The facade of the hotel is a good example of ornate red brick Victorian renaissance architecture.

One of London's oldest purpose-built hotels, it is ideal for all types of travellers, the lobby being of particular interest. (12/07 RPL)

Boasting one of the capital's most prestigious locations, sitting proudly at 1-8 Russell Square in the heart of Bloomsbury, this magnificent Victorian building with its imposing facade has recently undergone a major

This landmark hotel is one of the capital's most impressive Victorian Gothic-style buildings. Its prime location, in the heart of Bloomsbury and overlooking Russell Square, is as picturesque as it is convenient for many of London's premier attractions. Russell Square tube station close by offers easy access to the West End sights and theatres, whilst the British Museum is within easy walking distance.

This imposing terracotta building features intricate Renaissance architecture. A range of room types caters for the different needs of guests, ensuring that marble-clad lobby buzzes with business and leisure travellers from all over the world. The hotel interior retains many of its original features, including Sicilian marble columns, high vaulted ceilings, huge chandeliers, oak panelling and the grand marble staircase. A modern contrast is provided by full-service business centre and the conference rooms, which feature retractable ceiling mounted projectors. The building was founded in 1898 by the famous architect Fitzroy Doll, who also worked on the grand facilities of the Titanic. This hotel has 373 guestrooms in various styles. All have Internet access, TV, and Sony Playstation. Fitzroys Doll's Restaurant - This grand dining room, almost identical to the one on the Titanic, seats 120 and features the original Sicilian marble columns and chandeliers. Serves buffet breakfast and a la carte dinner. King's Bar - Leather armchairs and Chesterfield sofas give this popular bar the feel of a Victorian gentlemen's club. Once patronised by Virginia Wolfe it continues to attract local celebrities. Serves drinks and light snacks throughout the day.

Boasting one of the capitals most prestigious locations the Hotel Russell is located just minutes from the financial and commercial district sitting proudly

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By Underground: Russell Square Underground Station on the Piccadilly Line is just 1 minute walk from the Hotel Russell. The Central Line at High Holborn is just 7 minutes walk from the Hotel Russell. By Rail: Euston, St. Pancras, and Kings Cross Mainline Train Stations are all within easy walking distance of the Hotel Russell with Liverpool Street, Waterloo, Paddington and Victoria Mainline Train Stations all being within easy reach.By Taxi: Taxis are readily available directly outside the Hotel Russell. Parking: Street parking in the vicinity is free between 7.00pm and 7.00am, Monday to Saturday, and all day Sunday. A selection of NCP Car Parks are located within 200 yards of the Hotel Russell.Please note that the Hotel Russell is now non-smoking throughout.

Take the A40 to Euston Road, go past Euston station & then turn right into Upper Woburn Place. Follow this road & the hotel is on the left at Russell Square.