The Imperial
4.5 star property
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Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Air-conditioning
- Gym
- Breakfast available
Explore the area
Russell Square, 61-66, London, England, WC1B 5BB
- Russell SquarePlace, Russell Square2 min walk
- University College LondonPlace, University College London3 min walk
- The British MuseumPlace, The British Museum6 min walk
- London (LHR-Heathrow)Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)75 min drive
Room options
View all photos for ACCESS
ACCESS
- 22 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
View all photos for BAY
BAY
- 18 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
View all photos for EDGE
EDGE
- 20 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for URBAN
URBAN
- 25 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
View all photos for CITY
CITY
- 28 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
View all photos for HORIZON
HORIZON
- 35 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for BEACON
BEACON
- 57 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for HIDEAWAY
HIDEAWAY
- 25 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for NEST
NEST
- 56 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for BLOOMSBURY BEACON
BLOOMSBURY BEACON
- 92 sq m
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 2
- 2 King Beds
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About the area
London
The Imperial puts you in the heart of London, connected to a railway/underground station and within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Russell Square and The British Museum. Highlights at this luxury hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Edit Lounge, is open for lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find a 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning/laundry services and multilingual staff. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 20-minute walk of this 4.5-property class London City Centre hotel, attractions include Leicester Square and Tottenham Court Road.
What's nearby
- Russell Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- University College London - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Bloomsbury Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- The British Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Tottenham Court Road - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
- Russell Square Underground Station - 4 min walk
- Tottenham Court Road Station - 13 min walk
- London (LCY-London City) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
- Pret a Manger - 4 min walk
- Fitz's Brasserie - 2 min walk
- 'The Level' Restaurant - 3 min walk
- Noxy Brothers - 3 min walk
- Cafe in the Gardens - 2 min walk
About this property
The Imperial
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at the luxury The Imperial. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of The Imperial was completed in August 2026.
This 4.5-star London hotel is smoke free.
- 357 guestrooms or units
- 9 levels
- Built in 1970
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Dry cleaning
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Staff members are multilingual
- Lift
- No smoking on site
- Bar or lounge
- Dining venue
The Imperial offers 357 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with smart speakers.
Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers. This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Parking and transport
- Parking on site (surcharge)
- Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
- Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 28 for adults and GBP 28 for children
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
Restaurants on site
- Edit Lounge
Things to do
- 24-hour gym
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
Guest services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Multilingual staff
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Lift
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
- 9 floors
- Built in 1970
- Double-glazed windows
- Renovated entire property - August 2026
- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Pillowtop mattress
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Designer toiletries
- Dressing gowns
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Smart speaker
Food and drink
- 24-hour room service
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Espresso maker
- Free bottled water
More
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Phone
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- Pets: GBP 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
- Only dogs are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 28 for adults and from GBP 28 for children
- Pet fee: GBP 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
We should mention
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Property is also known as
Hotel Imperial London
Hotel Imperial
Imperial London
Imperial Hotel London
Imperial Hotel
Imperial London
The Imperial Hotel
Imperial Hotel London
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at The Imperial?
Yep, The Imperial has a self car park, for a fee. A self car park is also available, for a fee.
What makes The Imperial a romantic place to stay?
A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Imperial.
Does The Imperial serve breakfast?
Sure does, full brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Imperial?
No, The Imperial does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at The Imperial?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Imperial?
Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.