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.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
“The staff was very friendly and helpful with every request I had. The facilities are great and well maintained.”
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Lancelot78
United States
“Good staff, okay facilities. Location was pretty good. Lots of coffee shops all around too. Walking distance from the British Museum.”
Kenechi
United Arab Emirates
“Nice Kitchen, good staff, good services, nice bathroom and sitting room.”
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Simone
Italy
“just a normal hostel, buy very value for the price the best in town”
Pratiksha
India
“I liked the options provided in the breakfast. The staff was helpful and service was well. The location of the hostel was great, very near to the underground station Russel Square.”
Jean-philippe
Canada
“Very well located, basic but good breakfast in the morning. Took the 6-beds dorm, not sure if that’s why, but the room was quiet, everyone was respectful of each other. No snoring or people being loud, or playing music on their phones or whatever....”
Valentina
Italy
“Large storage locker inside the room and also for leaving your stuff for a week! 24hr front desk service.. location is very convenient.. kitchen has everything you need!”
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Mona
France
“I've been a regular for 10 years now so as usual, awesome staff, very accommodating, perfecr location and fully equipped kitchen. Love it!”
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Donatella
Argentina
“I liked the location, the size of the common areas, how clean and tidy it was, and the vibe”
Selma
United Kingdom
“Perfect location to catch the international train early in the morning. Cheap and meeting all basic needs.”
Area info
House rules
Smart Russell Square takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 45 years old
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
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.
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