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The Bloomsbury

Name: The Bloomsbury
Address: 16-22 Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3NN, United Kingdom
Telephone: 44-20-7347-1000

A designer gem in London's literary district

VERIFIED LUXURY

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The Bloomsbury is a colorful gem housed in a grand neo-Georgian building in the heart of London’s leafy literary district. Neatly tucked on a peaceful side street, the hotel offers a tranquil urban escape while offering easy access to must-visit ...

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The Bloomsbury’s welcome emails ask about your preferences to tailor your stay, and the detail-oriented staff delivers anticipatory service. It’s no wonder you’ll often see regulars and staff catching up like old friends.
You can’t beat this central location. Well-connected to public transit, the lush and cultured Bloomsbury neighborhood is a top choice among arts, culture and food enthusiasts. From the bright lights of Theatreland to Covent Garden’s cobbled piazza, you’ll have no trouble hitting your step count with so much to explore.
The London hotel hosts weekly insider neighborhood tours, so you can get the inside scoop on the storied Bloomsbury area and beyond.
The acclaimed Martin Brudnizki Design Studio is behind several of the hotel’s spaces, including the glamorous Coral Room. Beauty abounds in every corner of the stunning salon, from the glossy vermilion paint to the bespoke Murano glass chandeliers and original works by British illustrator Luke Edward Hall.
Check into a 430-square-foot Luxury Studio Suite, where you’ll fall in love with the parquet flooring, designer rugs and statement wallpaper. The all-white marble bathroom, featuring a freestanding bath, adds an extra touch of elegance.

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Inspired by Virginia Woolf’s Mrs. Dalloway, Dalloway Terrace is a regular haunt among the Instagram crowd thanks to its enchanting floral displays. Luckily, the terrace is heated and covered, ensuring the unpredictable English weather won’t interrupt your delicious brunch or afternoon tea.
Aiming for country-house-meets-city vibes, The Coral Room dazzles with its punchy lacquered walls, five bespoke Murano glass chandeliers and stunning marble bar. It’s open daily from noon until late, making it a go-to for brunch, lunch, dinner or cocktails.
The Bloomsbury Club Bar fascinatingly pays tribute to the wonders of ancient Egypt, a nod to the neighborhood's cultural and literary history and the Egyptian treasures at the nearby British Museum. The cocktail menu is inspired by hieroglyphs discovered in excavated tombs and temples, and you can leave your drink selection up to the gods with a pendulum, a fun touch. A packed calendar of live performances by emerging artists means weekends are particularly buzzy.

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