Where We Sleep

City Inn Russell Square

★★★ 42 Tavistock Place, London, GB

6.6 guest rating· 1980 reviews

About this hotel

Convenient Location

City Inn Russell Square is ideally situated just 0.5 miles from Kings Cross Station and St Pancras Station, making it the perfect choice for travelers looking for easy access to transportation hubs.

Modern Amenities

The hotel offers compact yet elegant rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities, iPod docking stations, hairdryers, and irons, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Nearby Attractions

With Russell Square Tube Station a short walk away, guests can easily explore popular attractions such as the British Museum, Covent Garden, Oxford Street, and Soho, all within approximately 1 mile of the hotel.

Plan your stay at City Inn Russell Square for a convenient and comfortable experience.

Rooms & rates

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Suite, Ensuite (4 Persons)

Sleeps 4 · 30 m² · Queen Bed, Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

Suite, Ensuite (3 Persons)

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Queen Bed, Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

Single Room

Sleeps 1 · 16 m² · Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Luxury Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

Family Room (3 Adults)

Sleeps 3 · 35 m² · Double bed, Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Family Room (4 Adults)

Sleeps 4 · 35 m² · Sofa bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Allergy-free room
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
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  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key card access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Location

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42 Tavistock Place, London, GB

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say6.61980 reviews

+ Great location+ Affordable pricingCleanliness issuesLimited amenities
Cleanliness5.3
Service7.3
Location8.3
Room Quality6.3
Amenities6.3
Value for Money7.8

Guest review

2.0

Underground room (B). May not apply to other rooms, but had specifically requested a quiet room. Very loud. Can hear the metro every few minutes. Would not recommend, or would suggest specifically not requesting this room.

Asia · CA · 2026-07-25

Guest review

8.0

De.locatke en het was er lekker schoon. En een lstille),koelkast op de kamer, groot pluspunt!

De viitrages waren wel toe aan vervanfing (oogde een beetje groezslig)

Brigitte · NL · 2026-07-23

Guest review

8.0

Great location. Room clean and modern

Natalie · GB · 2026-07-23

It did the job.

7.0

It’s close to Eurostar

The stairs. Hard to get luggage up and not easy to communicate with the manager.

Kathleen · AU · 2026-07-22

Good to know

Guests should be aware that there are no elevators at the City Inn and access to the rooms is by stairs only. If you expect to arrive after 18.00, please inform the hotel in advance. Also, this is a self check-in hotel. The reception is not running 24 hours. All guests will receive pre-arrival registration link to fill with photo ID prior completing the online registration all guests will receive self check-in instructions 3 days prior to arrival. The hotel has a self check-in system. The property will contact you in advance with instructions.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

No parking available.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £5 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 6 years old to 17 years old stay for £5 per person per night when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.