Experience the charm of Albany Hotel, a peaceful retreat near Russell Square. Discover University of London and Covent Garden Market nearby, then return to unwind in your room with WiFi. Previous guests praise the hotel's location.
34 Tavistock Place, Russell Square, Bloomsbury, London, England, WC1H 9RE
What's nearby
Russell Square - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
University of London - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
The British Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Covent Garden Market - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Piccadilly Circus - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
London City Airport (LCY) - 45 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 55 min drive
Luton Airport (LTN) - 62 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 70 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 79 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 100 min drive
London Euston Station - 9 min walk
London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 10 min walk
London (QQS-St. Pancras International Train Station) - 10 min walk
Russell Square Underground Station - 4 min walk
Euston Underground Station - 9 min walk
Euston Square Underground Station - 10 min walk
Restaurants
The Marquis of Cornwallis - 2 min walk
TA’MINI Lebanese Bakery - 1 min walk
Crazy Salad - 3 min walk
Nonna Selena Pizzeria - 3 min walk
Lord John Russell - 1 min walk
About this property
Albany Hotel
Albany Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Russell Square and University College London. Also, The British Museum and Tottenham Court Road are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Russell Square Underground Station is 4 minutes and Euston Underground Station is 9 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
13 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
Luggage storage
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled)
Stocked minibar (select free items)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-in between 11:30 PM and 2:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Albany Hotel London
Albany London
Albany Hotel Hotel
Albany Hotel London
Albany Hotel Hotel London
Frequently asked questions
Does Albany Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Albany Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Albany Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Albany Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Albany Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Albany Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at Albany Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Russell Square (5-min walk) and University of London (5-min walk), along with Covent Garden Market (1.2 mi) and Camden Lock Market (1.5 mi).
What's the area around Albany Hotel like?
Albany Hotel is in London City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Russell Square Underground Station and 5 minutes' walk from Russell Square.
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Reviews
Albany Hotel Reviews
5.6
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5.8
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
5.8
Staff & service
5.4
Eco-friendliness
4.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
4/10 Fair
Aug 17, 2024
Convenient location, good for one night
Davide
Davide, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 19, 2025
Close to King’s Cross, was ok just a bit dated
Check in was easy, friendly staff and let us into our room early. The rooms are very dated could do with updating the beds and decor. The bathroom was nice and good shower. Close to King’s Cross which is what we wanted. It is what it is a budget option hotel but fine to get your head down for a night.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2023
Friendly management…..Nice and quiet……Clean and tidy……
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 16, 2023
Good location, rrfriendly staff very basic, clearn
Clean good location
K
K, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 12, 2023
Comfy room good shower close to kingcross railway station and underground all fine good room for the price
mr william
mr william, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 11, 2022
Nice
Nice
THOMAS
THOMAS, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 29, 2023
Good location and economic, but room really need to be CLEAN and service been staring like we are theft from the entrance up to stairs, Strange hotel I ever been in.
Danaroth
Danaroth, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 24, 2024
It would have been nice if a microwave had been available.
Ade
Ade, 10-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 28, 2024
terrible stay ,ended up paying extra for the president hotel ,i did cancel this but nothing from the man in flip flops ,so ended up paying extra for the president hotel breakfast included and trust me its worth paying the extra
david
david, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 26, 2023
Location great, but clenliness in the bedroom was not good, bathroom was surprisingly good however.
Gavin
Gavin, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 12, 2023
The hotel was clean enough and well situated, room was a bit small and no air conditioning though.
anthony
anthony, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 2, 2023
Was average hotel. Rooms need to be updated. Many skinny staircases that are very creaky. Bathrooms are very nice and updated.
Mia
2/10 Poor
Aug 31, 2024
The worst hotel we have ever stayed in. The owner is very rude and the room is unbelievable small. Not worth the money at all.
LIFENG
LIFENG, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 7, 2023
Coronation trip
Mix up over booking. Given free upgrade. Very nice manager. Building is tiered but clean.
graham
graham, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 16, 2024
Well I just wanna say, it’s a good way to save money in London, There’s no reception, the room need a lot of maintenance, you have limited TV channels, slow Wifi Speed, Cups and plates dirty. But well I just paid for sleep and that’s it.
Erick
Erick, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 7, 2024
Smoke smell
Everything is dated than wasn’t the concern, for a none smoker, everything smelled like smoke,
recep
recep, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 7, 2024
I wouldn't recommend this place
The staff member was rude and because he barely spoke any English it was like talking to a brick wall and it took me about twenty minutes to be able to check in.The bedroom sink had a crack in it and the wardrobe only had one hanger in it.The mattress was only quite thin too.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 17, 2023
Staff wanted me to check out at 10:30 AM when the reservation states that check out was at 11:00 AM. The water in the showers wasn’t hot, just a bit warm. Wouldn’t recommend this hostel in the winter.
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 20, 2023
Didn’t have hot water for the shower, bed really squeaky, unable to find a power plug in the room to charge phone. Dusty surfaces.
Fiona
Fiona, 4-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 26, 2023
Worst stay ever.
The owner had all the charm and charisma of a varucca. The bed was broken. I slept in my clothes it was that bad.
sean
sean, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 30, 2024
Not very much value for money.
Klaes
Klaes, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 23, 2023
Very poor
Lights didn’t work in the room no hot water and took me forever knocking on the door to drop my bags off as I was seeing shows that day had it been longer than 1 night I would of complained would not book again!
alex
alex, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 6, 2023
Dont stay its terrible
it was n eye opener !!
Filthy room... hand basin cracked and very dirty!
Dusty room! ellectric fittings not legal!! fire hazzard!!
Total disappointed!! i want a refund
stephen
stephen, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Oct 23, 2023
We didn’t even have a working lightbulb in the room
Stéphane
Stéphane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2025
Forvent ikke luksus- derimod seng og håndvask på værelset - badeværelse og toilet på gangen - dog rent, må jeg tilføje
Ligger godt i forhold til undergrunden - gode pubs og altid steder, du kan få lidt at spise