Location. The Russell Hotel in London, England is a great example of Victorian style, the hotel is opposite Russell Square in the historical Bloomsbury section of London. The Russell Square Underground Station is adjacent to the Russell Hotel, offering convenient access to the rest of the city. St. Paul’s Cathedral, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are less than three kilometers from the hotel. London’s Heathrow Airport is 30 kilometers away.

Hotel Features. Many of the features of the Russell Hotel’s 1898 building remain intact. The marble lobby features large columns and glass chandeliers with fresh flowers on black marble tables. The lobby’s mosaic floor is one of the original features that has been restored after being covered up because of damage incurred during World War II bombings. The hotel amenities include a multilingual staff at the 24 hour front desk and concierge services.

Fitzroy Doll’s Restaurant is named after the designer Fitzroy Doll, who also worked on the Titanic. The hotel restaurant is almost identical to the restaurant on the Titanic; and serves buffet breakfasts and a la carte dinners. The hotel’s offers two bars: Tempus Bar and Kings Bar, once patronized by Virginia Wolfe. The hotel features a business center, conference rooms and two ballrooms.

Guestrooms. The nine story Russell Hotel’s 373 guestrooms feature amenities that include tea/coffeemakers and private bathrooms. Dial up Internet access is available. The economy budget rooms in the hotel have no air conditioning.

Expert Tip. The location of the Hotel Russell is a major selling point. Opposite from the Russell Square Underground station, the Piccadilly Line trains are within minutes of Covent Garden, Leicester Square and London’s famous theatre land.