The Imperial
4.5 star property
Choose dates to view prices
Photo gallery for The Imperial
A short walk from Russell Square and The British Museum, The Imperial provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. The on-site restaurant, Edit Lounge, offers lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Popular amenities
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Gym
- Breakfast available
Room options
Check availability for these dates
Available filters for rooms
Showing 10 of 10 rooms
View all photos for ACCESS
ACCESS
- 22 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
- Free WiFi
View all photos for BAY
BAY
- 18 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
- Free WiFi
View all photos for EDGE
EDGE
- 20 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free WiFi
View all photos for URBAN
URBAN
- 25 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
- Free WiFi
View all photos for CITY
CITY
- 28 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
- Free WiFi
View all photos for HORIZON
HORIZON
- 35 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
- Free WiFi
View all photos for BEACON
BEACON
- 57 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free WiFi
View all photos for HIDEAWAY
HIDEAWAY
- 25 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free WiFi
View all photos for NEST
NEST
- 56 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free WiFi
View all photos for BLOOMSBURY BEACON
BLOOMSBURY BEACON
- 92 sq m
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 2
- 2 King Beds
- Free WiFi
You may also like
Ad
Citi Hotel London Heathrow
Heathrow Villages
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
- Housekeeping
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 2 reviews
10.0
Exceptional
2 reviews
The price is AED 186
AED 186
AED 223 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Ad
London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday
Waddon
- Restaurant
- Breakfast available
- Parking available
- Business services
7.8 out of 10, Good, 1,009 reviews
7.8
Good
1,009 reviews
The price is AED 282
AED 282
AED 338 total
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Ad
DoubleTree by Hilton London - Chelsea
Hammersmith and Fulham
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast available
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 1,006 reviews
8.4
Very Good
1,006 reviews
The price is AED 453
AED 453
AED 544 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Ad
The Emory, Maybourne
London City Centre
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Spa
- Pet friendly
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 19 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
19 reviews
The price is AED 4,183
AED 4,183
AED 5,020 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Ad
The Derby London City, Curio Collection By Hilton
London City Centre
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Gym
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 2 reviews
10.0
Exceptional
2 reviews
The price is AED 680
AED 680
AED 816 total
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Ad
Hotel Cafe Royal, London
London City Centre
- Pool
- Spa
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 568 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
568 reviews
The price is AED 2,838
AED 2,838
AED 3,406 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Ad
The Mayfair Townhouse
London City Centre
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,181 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,181 reviews
The price is AED 1,307
AED 1,307
AED 1,569 total
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Ad
Sheraton Skyline Hotel London Heathrow
Heathrow Villages
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 1,148 reviews
8.2
Very Good
1,148 reviews
The price is AED 325
AED 325
AED 390 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Ad
citizenM London Shoreditch
London City Centre
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast available
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,001 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
The price is AED 439
AED 439
AED 527 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Ad
The Apartments by The Sloane Club
London City Centre
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet friendly
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 87 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
87 reviews
The price is AED 1,392
AED 1,392
AED 1,670 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
About the neighborhood
Located in London City Centre neighborhood, The Imperial is connected to a rail/subway station. Oxford Street and Kensington High Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hyde Park and Russell Square. London Eye and ZSL London Zoo are not to be missed. Visit our London travel guide
Russell Square, 61-66, London, England, WC1B 5BB
What's nearby
Russell Square2 min walk - 0.2 km
Bloomsbury Square3 min walk - 0.3 km
The British Museum6 min walk - 0.5 km
Tottenham Court Road9 min walk - 0.8 km- University College London3 min walk - 0.3 km
Getting around
- Russell Square Underground Station4 min walk
- Tottenham Court Road Station13 min walk
- London City Airport (LCY)49 min drive
Restaurants
- Pret a Manger4 min walk
- Fitz's Brasserie2 min walk
- 'The Level' Restaurant3 min walk
- Noxy Brothers3 min walk
- Cafe in the Gardens2 min walk
About this property
The Imperial
Luxury hotel remodeled in 2026 and located near Russell Square
Close to The British Museum and Leicester Square, The Imperial provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. The on-site restaurant, Edit Lounge, offers lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
- Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an elevator
- A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
Room features
All 357 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like air conditioning and smart speakers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
- Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
- Wardrobes/closets, smart speakers, and electric kettles
Similar properties
The Zetter Bloomsbury
London City Centre
The Zetter Bloomsbury
London City Centre
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 4 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews
The price is AED 1,119
AED 1,119
AED 1,343 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Morton Hotel
London City Centre
Morton Hotel
London City Centre
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 657 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
657 reviews
The price is AED 952
AED 952
AED 1,143 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Cleveland Residences Russell Square
London City Centre
Cleveland Residences Russell Square
London City Centre
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 157 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
157 reviews
The price is AED 498
AED 498
AED 656 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Central Park Hotel
London City Centre
Central Park Hotel
London City Centre
- Free WiFi
- Breakfast available
- Business services
- Bar
7.4 out of 10, Good, 2,409 reviews
7.4
Good
2,409 reviews
The price is AED 308
AED 308
AED 369 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Bob W London Hyde Park
London City Centre
Bob W London Hyde Park
London City Centre
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast available
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 140 reviews
8.8
Excellent
140 reviews
The price is AED 471
AED 471
AED 566 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
London Bloomsbury Square Hotel
London City Centre
London Bloomsbury Square Hotel
London City Centre
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Breakfast available
- Business services
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 1,000 reviews
8.0
Very Good
1,000 reviews
The price is AED 529
AED 529
AED 635 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Mercure London Earls Court
Hammersmith and Fulham
Mercure London Earls Court
Hammersmith and Fulham
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Breakfast available
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 728 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
728 reviews
The price is AED 414
AED 414
AED 497 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Chateau Denmark London
London City Centre
Chateau Denmark London
London City Centre
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 354 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
354 reviews
The price is AED 1,268
AED 1,268
AED 1,522 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
New Linden
London City Centre
New Linden
London City Centre
- Free WiFi
- Business services
- Laundry
- Room service
7.2 out of 10, Good, 1,002 reviews
7.2
Good
1,002 reviews
The price is AED 399
AED 399
AED 478 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
The Lancaster Hotel
London City Centre
The Lancaster Hotel
London City Centre
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast available
7.8 out of 10, Good, 939 reviews
7.8
Good
939 reviews
The price is AED 349
AED 349
AED 419 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Parking and transportation
- Self parking on site (surcharge)
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.
- Elevator
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
- 9 floors
- Built in 1970
- Double-glazed windows
- Renovated entire property - August 2026
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Pillowtop mattress
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Designer toiletries
- 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 allowed for an extra charge of GBP 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 28 for adults and GBP 28 for children
- Pet fee: GBP 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Frequently asked questions
Is The Imperial pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for a fee.
What time is check-in at The Imperial?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Imperial?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Imperial located?
Located in London City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Russell Square and The British Museum. Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are also within 1 mi (2 km). Russell Square Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and Holborn Underground Station is 7 minutes.
Have a question?
BetaBetaGet instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.