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Hotel Overview
20 Tavistock Place,
London,
United Kingdom,
WC1H 9RE,
Greater London
St Athans Hotel - Budget eco-friendly B&B near British Library
Located in Bloomsbury, Central London, St Athans Hotel is a family-run, eco-friendly bed and breakfast housed in 200-year-old Georgian townhouses. The property offers free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour guest lounge with tea and coffee, and luggage storage. The hotel is certified by Green Tourism and follows Permaculture Design principles. Nearby attractions include the British Library (1 km), Russell Square, and the University of London. The nearest tube stations are Russell Square (3-minute walk) and Euston (8-minute walk). Breakfast is available at nearby cafes, and pets are welcome.
Additional perks of the hotel
- Free book swap and magazines
- Board games and family-friendly atmosphere
- Bicycle storage and repair kit for guests
- Commission-free taxi service
- Original artwork by Stefan Geyer displayed throughout the hotel
- Walking distance to Harry Potter filming locations
- Nearby skateboarding spots and football stadiums
Rooms
The hotel offers single, double, twin, triple, and family rooms with shared or ensuite bathrooms. All rooms include wash basins, duvet bedding, towels, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms feature flat-screen TVs. The building retains original Georgian features such as exposed pipework and sloping floors. Family rooms accommodate up to five guests with bunk beds available.
Other conveniences
- Smoke detectors and 75db fire alarms in all rooms
- Deafgard alarms available (strobe lighting and vibrating pillow)
- Ironing facilities available upon request
- Electrical socket adaptors at reception
- Photocopying/printing service for boarding passes
- Postcard mailing service
- Free luggage storage before check-in/after check-out
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20 Tavistock Place,
London,
United Kingdom,
WC1H 9RE,
Greater London
Map view
20 Tavistock Place,
London,
United Kingdom,
WC1H 9RE,
Greater London
City landmarks
Museum
The British Museum
2900 ft
Westminster Bridge Road Riverside Building
Coca-Cola London Eye
1.5
mi
Garden
Buckingham Palace
1.8
mi
Square
Trafalgar Square
1.3
mi
Museum
National Gallery
1.3
mi
Marylebone Rd
Madame Tussauds London
1.3
mi
Park
Hyde Park
2.1
mi
Market
Borough Market
2.1
mi
Elizabeth Tower - Houses of Parliament
Big Ben
1.7
mi
Castle
Tower of London
2.5
mi
Opera House
Covent Garden
1.3
mi
Gallery
Tate Modern
1.7
mi
Church
St Paul's Cathedral
1.4
mi
Oxford Street
Oxford Street
1.6
mi
Church
Westminster Abbey
1.8
mi
Square
Piccadilly Circus
1.3
mi
Harbour
Tower Bridge
2.6
mi
Great Central House
Marylebone
1.3
mi
Mosque
The Regent's Park
1.3
mi
Zoo
ZSL London Zoo
1.4
mi
Bloomsbury
Gordon Square
2900 ft
Museum
Museum of London
1.4
mi
Art object
Sherlock Holmes Museum
1.4
mi
Park
Sky Garden
2.1
mi
Clive Steps
Churchill War Rooms
1.6
mi
Palace
St James's Park
1.6
mi
Library
British Library
3100 ft
Gallery
Wallace Collection
1.3
mi
Seven Dials Covent Garden
Seven Dials
1.3
mi
Nearby
Library
British Library
2000 ft
Church
St Pancras Old Church
2000 ft
Gallery
Wellcome Collection
2000 ft
Restaurants
Seacole Social
100 ft
15 Tavistock Place Kings Cross
49 Cafe
500 ft
49 Marchmont Street
Moreish cafe deli ltd
300 ft
76 Marchmont Street Bloomsbury
The Observatory
400 ft
64 Marchmont Street
Lord John Russell Pub
400 ft
91-93 Marchmont Street
Pitted Olive
600 ft
3 Leigh Street
San Marzano
500 ft
98 Marchmont Street
Crazy Salad
600 ft
33-35 Woburn Place
Wing Wing
500 ft
30 Woburn Place
Starbucks Lynton House
700 ft
Travistock Square Lynton House
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
84%
loved it & would return
Great location
Traditional furniture
Condensation issues
Inconvenient hot water access
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
7.0
Location
8.6
Service
8.6
Dining
6.5
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 11 reviews
4/5
based on 849 reviews
7.7
7.7/10 based on 2283 reviews
#42 of 882 B&Bs / Inns in London based on Tripadvisor
Alfred
United Kingdom,
April
2024
7.2/10
The hotel has its ups and downs. The rooms felt a bit cramped, not much space to move around comfortably, but they were available at short notice within the hotel. The service was friendly and kind, with lovely decorations at the front office. The location is a real plus, super close to Russel Square underground station and within walking distance to many restaurants, museums, and theatres. Dining options nearby are convenient. However, the rooms could use more space, and the dining choices are somewhat limited.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms felt a bit trapped, not much space to spread luggage around.
Service
9.0
The service was very friendly and accommodating. The front office had amazing decorations.
Location
8.0
The location is brilliant, just a few minutes from Russel Square underground and close to many attractions.
Dining
7.0
Dining options nearby were convenient, but could be more varied.
Facilities
7.0
Nick
United Kingdom,
March
2024
7.2/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were small but clean, and the staff was helpful and friendly. The location was great, close to transportation and famous spots, but the dining options were not the best.
Rooms
7.0
The room was small but clean.
Service
8.0
The staff was helpful and friendly.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was great, near famous places and transport options.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were not the best.
Facilities
John
United States,
January
2024
7.4/10
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The room was clean and adequate for our needs, but it was tiny with too many stairs. The service, however, was a real highlight with helpful and kind staff. The location was convenient, surrounded by cafes, shops, and transportation options. The dining options were satisfactory, but I wished there were more choices. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The room was clean and adequate for the two of us.
Service
9.0
The staff was really helpful and polite.
Location
8.0
The location was very good for our purpose, close to undergrounds, train stations, cafes, and shopping.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was decent, but I wished there were more options.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory.
Helena
United Kingdom,
January
2024
7.8/10
The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with a peculiar stench and narrow blankets. The staff is super friendly and helpful, making the stay a great pleasure. It's conveniently located in the heart of London, perfect for short stays near Euston station. While dining options are limited, the hotel provides a clean and convenient experience at a reasonable price.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were as described, small and nothing fancy, with a peculiar stench. However, they were clean, and the vintage furniture added a cute touch. The crisp white cotton sheets were a plus, making the stay comfortable enough despite the slight tiredness of the bathroom.
Service
9.0
The staff were super friendly, helping with various requests like setting up the iron and ordering taxis. They were attentive and kind, making the overall experience delightful.
Location
9.0
The location is perfect, very central with friendly staff. It's close to Kings Cross and the underground, convenient for exploring London's attractions like the British Museum and Birbeck University.
Dining
6.0
Dining options were not an option at the hotel, but guests can find eateries nearby like the coffee shop next door or visit local cafes and supermarkets. While limited, the availability of choices nearby compensates for the lack of onsite dining options.
Facilities
8.0
Facilities provided a pleasant stay despite the lack of dining onsite. The shared bathroom was clean, and the staff were accommodating for early arrivals.
Lucy
United Kingdom,
November
2023
7.4/10
I stayed at a hotel that was clean, comfortable, and had friendly staff. The rooms were in a second premises, with traditional furniture, clean, and surprisingly quiet despite being in a maze-like building with condensation issues. The location was excellent, near eateries, bus stops, and Russell Square station, but away from the noise. The dining experience was convenient with discounts at nearby cafes, but limited options despite the discounts. However, the journey to get hot water was an inconvenience.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were comfortable, clean, and remarkably quiet despite the condensation issue.
Service
7.0
The staff was very nice and attended to our needs, though having to go down to the basement for hot water was a drawback.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, with nearby eateries and easy access to transportation hubs, including Kings Cross and St Pancras stations.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were convenient with discounts nearby, but limited choices even with the discounts.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had a discount for the cafe downstairs, adding to the convenience for dining.
Great location
Condensation issues
Diana
United Kingdom,
November
2023
7.4/10
I had a cozy stay at the hotel, with lovely clean rooms despite them being tight on space. The staff was accommodating and kind, making my experience pleasant overall. The location was great, close to transportation hubs and dining options, though the dining experience was not the best.
Rooms
7.0
My room, although tight on space, was lovely and clean. It was extremely warm despite the radiator being turned off.
Service
8.0
The staff were accommodating and kind. They even offered me a ground floor room due to my knee problem, which was greatly appreciated. However, there was a confusion about our cash payment during check-out.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was ideal, just a 2-minute walk from Russell station with convenient access to St Pancras and King's Cross Station. Plenty of restaurants nearby made it a great spot to stay.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were limited, but the free hot beverage at the cafe below was a nice touch.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had a sweet little cafe below the property, though the overall dining experience was not the highlight of my stay.
David
United Kingdom,
September
2023
8.6/10
The hotel offers rooms that are as described and perfectly adequate, quiet, tidy, with plenty of toilets and showers, super safe, in a great location, and with friendly staff. The rooms were clean and adequate for the two of us, which made our stay comfortable. However, the room was too small for our liking.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and adequate for the two of us.
Service
9.0
The staff was very helpful and nice, ending with, for me, the most important aspect when renting a hotel: the feeling of safety and the extreme kindness of the staff. They were very nice and kind and willing to help no matter what.
Location
9.0
The location was brilliant with a little shopping center around the corner, many restaurants, and facilities, offering easy access to train stations and subway stations. It was a good value for money, providing a clean bed for the night in a good location between Euston and Kings Cross stations.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was one of the best I have had in terms of food quality. We enjoyed fresh fish at the Bloomsbury cafe.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel's facilities were v useful for our stay.
Friendly staff
Small rooms
Hank
United States,
September
2023
8.0/10
The hotel is nestled in a quiet and clean neighborhood, conveniently located near Russell Square subway station, making it a great option for exploring central London. The rooms, although small, feature cute vintage furniture and crisp white cotton sheets, providing a comfortable stay for a good value. The service from the friendly and helpful staff adds to the overall positive experience at this hotel.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms, while nothing fancy, offer a comfortable stay with cute vintage furniture and crisp white cotton sheets.
Service
9.0
The staff here is extremely friendly and helpful, ensuring a welcoming and pleasant stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is a significant plus, close to Russell Square subway station and within walking distance to Euston, Kings Cross, and St Pancras train stations, making it convenient for exploring central London.
Dining
7.0
There are dining options nearby, such as cafes and restaurants, providing convenience for guests to enjoy meals outside the hotel.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities meet the basic needs for a comfortable stay, offering a decent place to relax after exploring the city.
Jack
United Kingdom,
August
2023
7.0/10
The hotel offers a good location with easy access to Euston Train Station and my conference venue, providing friendly service and a safe atmosphere. However, the room was a bit tight on space and lacked basic facilities like a bed side light and TV. The shower room being a few steps away was a slight inconvenience.
Rooms
6.0
The room was tight for space and lacked basic facilities like a bed side light, TV, and kettle for tea.
Service
9.0
The service was friendly and the atmosphere warm, making me feel safe. Any issues were immediately sorted out.
Location
8.0
The location is quite good, with lovely parks, cafes, and bars nearby, offering easy reach to Heathrow and Luton as well as St Pancras International. The hotel is near Russell Square tube station and a great little coffee house in the basement.
Dining
7.0
I enjoyed the dining experience at the sweet little cafe below the property. Just wished they served dinner too. The price was reasonable for the quality.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel's facilities were decent, but basic amenities could be improved for the price paid.
Charles
United States,
May
2023
7.6/10
I found the hotel to be a mixed experience. The rooms were small but cosy and clean, which was nice, but being on the 3rd floor without AC or a fan made it quite warm. Unfortunately, sharing a wall with the shared toilet and shower meant I could hear sounds from all 4 rooms using them. If I could go back, I would choose a different side or a floor lower to avoid this issue.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were small but cosy and clean.
Service
9.0
The hotel staff were helpful and pleasant, which was the best part of my stay. They were very nice, kind, and willing to help no matter what.
Location
8.0
The location was great, within 10 minutes walking distance from Euston station, Russel Square station, and King's Cross station. It made getting around very convenient.
Dining
6.0
I was under the impression that breakfast was included in the price, but sadly, it was not. The options were decent, but I've had better experiences elsewhere.
Facilities
The hotel had basic facilities, nothing extraordinary.
Paul
United Kingdom,
April
2023
7.6/10
The hotel is located in the heart of Bloomsbury, just a few minutes' walk from Russell Square tube station, making it convenient for transportation. The rooms, although comfortable with cozy beds and a nice sink, face some disturbance as the shared bathroom is constantly in use at night. The service provided by the staff is outstanding, with friendly and helpful interactions throughout, enhancing my stay.
Rooms
7.0
The room at the basement was comfortable enough, with a comfy bed and a convenient sink, but the shared bathroom usage at night disturbed my sleep.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with the staff being friendly, kind, and always there to assist, ensuring a great stay.
Location
9.0
The location is excellent, right in the center of Bloomsbury and just a short walk from Russell Square tube station, offering easy access to nearby eateries and transportation options.
Dining
6.0
Although the nearby eateries offered good options, the hotel's dining experience left room for improvement with noise issues and distant facilities, but there is a free hot beverage available at the cafe downstairs.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory, offering a free hot beverage at the cafe below, enhancing the overall experience.
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