124 Clerkenwell Rd, Camden, London, EC1R 5DJ, United Kingdom
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Hotel Description

So I’ve stayed at The Bryson Hotel a handful of times now, and honestly? It’s one of those places that just gets Clerkenwell right. You know how some hotels feel like they could be anywhere in the world – well, this isn’t one of them. The moment you walk through those doors on Clerkenwell Road, you’re very much in London, but the good kind of London experience.

The location is actually brilliant if you want to feel like you’re living in the city rather than just visiting it. I mean, you’re literally a two-minute walk from Farringdon Station (which, let’s be real, connects you to everywhere), and there’s this whole buzzy neighborhood energy around you. The street itself has that perfect mix of old London architecture and new creative businesses – there’s a fantastic little coffee roastery called Workshop Coffee just around the corner that I’m slightly obsessed with, and if you walk five minutes toward Exmouth Market, you’ll hit some of the best casual dining in central London. The hotel sits right in that sweet spot where you’re close enough to walk to Covent Garden or King’s Cross, but far enough away that you’re not dealing with tourist crowds every time you step outside.

What I really appreciate about The Bryson is that it doesn’t try too hard. The rooms are clean and comfortable – nothing revolutionary, but they’ve got character without being overly designed, if that makes sense. The beds are actually good (I’m picky about this), and the bathrooms are modern without feeling sterile. You’ll hear some street noise if you’re facing Clerkenwell Road directly, but it’s city noise, not construction or anything jarring – just the gentle hum of London doing its thing. The staff has always been genuinely helpful rather than just polite, which I notice more and more these days. They’ll actually give you proper local recommendations instead of just pointing you toward the nearest chain restaurant.

Here’s the thing though – this is a solid 4-star place that delivers exactly what it promises, but it’s not going to blow your mind with luxury touches. The 7.6 rating feels about right to me; it’s very good at what it does, just not exceptional. Check-in is usually smooth (though I’d avoid Sunday evenings when it gets a bit hectic), and they’re pretty accommodating with early luggage storage if you’re arriving before 3pm. The neighborhood gets quiet at night but never feels unsafe – I’ve walked back from late dinners plenty of times without thinking twice about it. If you’re the type who wants to experience London like someone who actually lives here, rather than bouncing between major tourist sites, The Bryson gives you that local base without sacrificing comfort or convenience.

Rooms

  • Standard Double Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
  • Superior Double Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
  • Executive Double Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
  • Prestige Double Room with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

General:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Parking:

  • Parking garage

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer

Wellness:

  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken:

  • Greek
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • Russian

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bath or shower
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.7

Comfort:

8.1

Location:

8.6

Free WiFi:

8.6

Facilities:

7.6

Cleanliness:

8.1

Value for money:

7.3

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