Smart Russell Square Hostel

Art Deco hostel in London with a 24-hour front desk

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November 2025

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Single bed in a shared dormitory | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets - Smart Russell Square Hostel (London)

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Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 6.50 per person) - Smart Russell Square Hostel (London)

Travelers find this hostel near Russell Square in central London. It offers in-room WiFi, an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. The 24-hour front desk ensures help is always available, making it a convenient base for city exploration.

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Housekeeping
Breakfast available
Laundry
Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Tomorrow

Nov 2 - Nov 3

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

1 bed in a 6 beds shared dormitory

Highlights

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

344 sq ft
Sleeps 1
6 Twin Bunk Beds

1 bed in a 12 beds shared dormitory

Highlights

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

Sleeps 1
12 Twin Bunk Beds

1 bed in a 9 beds shared dormitory

Highlights

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

388 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 1
9 Twin Bunk Beds

Private Twin Dorm (Ensuite)

Highlights

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

In-room safe

Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

71-72 Guilford Street, London, England, WC1N 1DF

What's nearby

Russell Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
The British Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Leicester Square - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Piccadilly Circus - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles
Trafalgar Square - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

Russell Square Underground Station - 3 min walk
London (QQU-London Euston Train Station) - 13 min walk
London City Airport (LCY) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

‪Fitz's Brasserie - ‬2 min walk
‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
‪Fortitude Bakehouse - ‬2 min walk
‪Friend at Hand - ‬2 min walk
‪Slim Chickens - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Smart Russell Square Hostel

Hostel near Russell Square

Close to The British Museum and Leicester Square, Smart Russell Square Hostel provides an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe

Room features

All guestrooms at Smart Russell Square Hostel boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes.

Similar properties

Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Game room

$82 nightly

Nov 6 - Nov 7

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6.50 per person

Things to do

Arcade/game room

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

No elevator

More

Art Deco architecture
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Shower
Towels provided

More

Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Cash deposit: GBP 10.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 6.50 per person

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 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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

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 cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Smart Russell Square Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Smart Russell Square Hostel?

As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smart Russell Square Hostel on Nov 24, 2025 start from $98.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Smart Russell Square Hostel?

Smart Russell Square Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Smart Russell Square Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM.

What time is check-out at Smart Russell Square Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Smart Russell Square Hostel located?

Located in London City Centre, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Russell Square and University College London. The British Museum and Tottenham Court Road are also within 15 minutes. Russell Square Underground Station is only a 3-minute walk and Holborn Underground Station is 8 minutes.

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Smart Russell Square Hostel Reviews

6.6

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Yousry

May 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

An excellent place to stay in London

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Apr 10, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 16, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

It was really great. The staff was really nice and it was really inn. The location is the best only 15 minutes by foot to the center amazing ! The only flat was that it was really hot on the room.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Tongji

Apr 19, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Like many other reviewers, I have to complain about the metal drawers at the bottom of the bunk beds. I thought I'd be ok with it because I usually wear earplugs. But those noises are unavoidable unless you put on shooting ear mufflers. I constantly woke up at night due to that noise and wasn't able to sleep well during my 3 day stay there. Although they offered the cheapest price for a great location, I would have picked a different place where I can at least sleep through the night.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Amarachi

Oct 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Clean room

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Arda

May 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent Location

The location is just perfect. However, the 12 person room with bunkbeds were just not for me. If you can tolerate that than this hostel would be perfect for you.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Apr 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Me ha gustado mucho el Hotel tiene la parada del metro detrás, volvería.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ivette TodoAmor

Mar 24, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

La habitación de 9 camas es muy pequeña, la cama muy delgada e incómoda ya que está forrada de plástico y aunque le pongas las sábanas te hace sudar. Las regaderas son incómodas porque no tienen una banquita o algún mueble donde puedas colocar tu ropa o mínimo la llave de la habitación, prácticamente tienes que salirte en toalla o arriesgarte a que se mojen tus pertenencias. Los baños son como en un centro comercial, todos juntos, no hay un mínimo de privacidad. El personal de recepción es Amable, pero hay una señora de limpieza (cabello negro y ojos azules) súper grosera, mal educada y agresiva, súper mal educada! Lo único bueno es la ubicación.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Wojciech

Mar 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice place to stay

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Oct 9, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

Standard dorm

Hostels always appear on my searches, so thought I'd hive one a go. It's what you would expect from a hostel, toilet and shower shared between the 9 of us in the dorm. Ladder up maybe could be better, lockers where very large, could do with some more hooks for towels (don't forget to bring your own) and better shoe storage. No food allowed in the room, although some ignored that. Note that it's age restricted to 18-45 years old only.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Oct 2, 2024

Good place to stay in the middle of London.

It was a reasonably priced place to stay for a night or two, right where I needed to be. If you don’t plan on spending time in your lodgings, then this is a good choice as a place to sleep and store your belongings. I was in an 8 room dorm en suit, so my experience was dependent on my roommates, which was mostly ok. The bathroom shower/sink/toilet were clean, and there was an additional sink in room. The locker fit my stupidly overflowing suitcase, and the bunk was comfy enough. The only issue was the room itself was stifling with no airflow, which made the bunk feel claustrophobic and hot, despite there being a weak fan to circulate air by the bathroom. I imagine that’s not an issue during other times of the year. If you run hot when you sleep, bring a small usb fan, I wish I did lol. Keep in mind there’s no lift. That’s not a complaint, just a reminder. I was assigned to a dorm four flights up and have a bad knee, so that sucked. It didn’t occur to me to check about stairs beforehand. That’s my fault.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Taisuke

Sep 10, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Good access!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

morgane

Sep 10, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Séjour super! Meilleure auberge dans Londres! Auberge calme, propre. Très bonne accueil, personnel impeccable.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Aug 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hostel is conveniently located, within walking distance to theaters, museums and many tourist attraction sites. Will recommend to others.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Aug 10, 2024

This was cheap and cheerful. Excellent value for money stay in a set of bunk beds with en-suite for less £100 in the centre of London near tube station and walking distance to all the attractions. Thank you

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Hanna

Jul 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable beds with curtains; quiet 'atmosphere', clean enough conditions. Good staying.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jose Manuel

Nov 15, 2023

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Pongo poca nota, porque cogi una toalla para ducharme y el precio era 1,5 libras y ahora mirando la cuenta me han cobrado 2,5 libras, las literas son triples y me toco en el medio y me costaba entrar, de los bajitas y pequeñas que son, los labavos las tazas estaban muy sucios llenos de orinas. Lo mejor que esta muy centrico y tienes el metro al lado.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Fernando Julio

Oct 18, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Room comfort

Razoável. Nada espetacular, mas não é ruim. Vale o custo benefício.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Niels

Sep 11, 2023

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

An sich gut gelegen und schön ruhig. Das Zimmer jedoch viel zu klein, dass der koffer ins Zimmer gepasst hat war auch alles. Das eigene Bad viel zu klein und die Wasserlwitung innden dritten Stock hatte auch keinen Druck mehr, so dass wir die Gemeinschaftsduschen nutzen mussten. Matratzrn durchgelegen und unterm Bed lag noch die Unterwäsche der vorherigen Besucherin. Frühstück war okay. Personal super freundlich und Hilfsbereit.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Askild

Aug 9, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Praktisk og sentralt i London

Veldig praktisk hotell når ein skal overantta i London. Det er også greitt med gangavstand til Kings Cross og undergrunner er dessutan rett rundt hjørnet. Det er også veldig potitivt med eit fortrekk som gjer at ein kan sova i fred.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Inês

Aug 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Private Twin Dorm

Ficámos numa private twin dorm e foi muito bom. Alguns problemas com a água para tomar banho, mas nada impossível, há balneário caso necessário. Pequeno almoço é suficiente e bom. Staff simpático e bom ambiente. O hostel está muito bem localizado! Aconselho imenso principalmente pela localização e segurança da zona!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Apr 10, 2023

Disliked: Room comfort

Goed genoeg voor stedentrip.

4 overnachting gehad in 2 persoons kamer met stapelbed. Bovenste etage. Min punten:Helaas vaak geen water en als er water was ijs koud of heel heet. Konden dus al die dagen niet douchen. Kregen maar 1 handdoek per persoon voor alle 5 de dagen. Ontbijt was haast nooit plek voor gewone gasten, grote groepen namen alle plek in beslag. Pluspunten: rustige hostel, ondanks veel mensen aanwezig. Dicht bij winkeks en eetgelegenheden, bus halte en hop-on-hop off bus. Vriendelijk personeel en bewaking.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Dinesh Bhaurao

Feb 10, 2023

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beds are too congested and small. reception guy will not let you seat in reception area unless you check-in.. found so rude behaviour..

6/10 Okay

Perrine

Sep 25, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Arrivée et départ facile. Personnel d'accueil agréable. J'ai pris une chambre privée avec salle de bain. Largement suffisant pour un court séjour. Néanmoins, pas de pression dans la douche, l'eau se coupe toute seule, la température est très difficile à régler. Concernant le lavabo, il y a un effet "d'explosion" quand on ouvre le robinet. Parfois pas du tout d'eau ou très très peu.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022