Smart Russell Square | Hostel in London

| 7.7 (8290 Reviews) | 265 Bedrooms 9 Bathrooms 23 Guests

Bloomsbury Hostel | Smart Russell Square

265 Bedroom Hostel in Bloomsbury, London

This hostel is in the heart of London, a 10-minute walk from King’s Cross Railway Station and the British Library. It provides budget accommodations with free WiFi access throughout. The Smart Hostel Russell Square offers accommodations for guests from 16 till 45 years old in central London. We provide beds in mixed-sex dorms. Linen is provided and security lockers are available in all rooms. Shared and private bathrooms are available depending on room type. Reception is open 24 hours a day, and there are no curfews or lock-out times. Guests can receive tourist information and discount tickets for major attractions. The hostel’s common room features a large TV, and guests have use of shared kitchen facilities. A Continental breakfast is available each morning for a surcharge. Self-service laundry facilities are also offered on site. Russell Square Underground Station is 755 feet away. The Foundling Museum, Islington Farmers Market and University College London are all within 10 minutes’ walk.

Smart Russell Square is located in London.

This 265 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Fireplace/Heating, Bar, Entertainment, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 8290 reviews with the average score of 7.7 . Coming to London and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 265 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in London. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Smart Russell Square in London is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Smart Russell Square”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

Amenities

Security/Safety

Sports/Activities

Fireplace/Heating

Bar

Guest Services

Entertainment

Child Friendly

Internet

Kitchen

Laundry

Facility Overview

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Activities

Game room

Bar crawls

Walking tours

Entertainment

Board games/Puzzles

General

Safe

Smoke-free property

Wifi in all areas

Non-smoking rooms

Heating

Guest Services

Lockers

24-hour front desk

Laundry

Shared lounge/TV area

Vending machine (snacks)

Vending machine (drinks)

Baggage storage

Internet

Wifi

Internet

Free Wifi

Security/Safety

Key card access

Security alarm

CCTV in common areas

Smoke alarms

CCTV outside property

Fire extinguishers

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Physical distancing in dining areas

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Process in place to check health of guests

Thermometers for guests provided by property

First aid kits available

Face masks for guests available

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed

Cashless payment available

Physical distancing rules followed

Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18 and the maximum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy

Non refundable

Pet Policy

Pets are not allowed

Guests are allocated a bed upon check-in (the hostel is unable to hold specific beds in advance). guests arriving early to check-in may store their luggage for free. there is a left luggage service upon check-out (there is a small fee for this service) . guests between 16 and 45 years of age are free to place bookings in our shared dormitories. guests aged 15 or younger and above 45 years of age are unable to use the shared dorms and must book in a private dorm or room.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:

8.06

Location:

9.06

Staff:

8.31

Facilities:

7.52

Comfort:

7.36

Cleanliness:

7.51

Gheorghe

May 8, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Review Score: 10

Romania

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (18-45 Years) Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 10 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Walk-in shower, Toilet General Earplugs, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Privacy curtain, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (18-45 Years) Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 10 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Walk-in shower, Toilet General Earplugs, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Privacy curtain, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (18-45 Years) Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 10 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Walk-in shower, Toilet General Earplugs, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Privacy curtain, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Twin Room with Private Bathroom Room Type: Twin Room Size: 10 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Toilet General Earplugs, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Private Bathroom (18-45 Years) Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 15 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Toilet General Earplugs, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Privacy curtain, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Single Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Private Bathroom Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 15 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Toilet General Earplugs, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Privacy curtain, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom (18-45 Years) Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 15 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Toilet General Earplugs, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Privacy curtain, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Single Bed in 9-Bed Female Dormitory with Private Bathroom (18-45 Years) Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 15 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Toilet General Earplugs, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Privacy curtain, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom Room Type: Dorm Room Room Size: 15 m² 4 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Toilet General Earplugs, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Privacy curtain, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom Room Type: Dorm Room Room Size: 15 m² 6 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Toilet General Earplugs, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Privacy curtain, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Double Room with Private Bathroom Room Type: Double Room Size: 10 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Toilet, Towels General Earplugs, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Single bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Shared Bathroom (18-45 Years) Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 15 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Toilet General Earplugs, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Privacy curtain, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Single Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room (18-45 Years) Room Type: Bed in Dorm Room Size: 15 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed	Bathroom Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Toilet General Earplugs, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Carpeted, Privacy curtain, Fan, Trash cans, Reading light, Heating Bedroom Linens Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow

FAQ's

Is this Smart Russell Square pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Smart Russell Square?

Check-in time for Smart Russell Square starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Smart Russell Square have a swimming pool?

No, this Smart Russell Square does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Smart Russell Square?

Best-rates for the Smart Russell Square starts from $45 per night with includes TV, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Guest Services, Laundry, Fireplace/Heating, Bar, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Smart Russell Square a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Smart Russell Square wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Smart Russell Square has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Smart Russell Square?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Smart Russell Square indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Smart Russell Square?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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