48-55 TAVISTOCK SQUARE, Camden, London, WC1H 9EU, United Kingdom
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Tavistock Hotel Overview

First Impressions

The Tavistock Hotel sits right on Tavistock Square in Camden, and honestly, the Georgian facade gives you that classic London feeling before you even step inside. It’s a three-star property, so you know what you’re getting — solid, comfortable, without any pretense of being something it’s not. The lobby has that traditional British hotel vibe, nothing flashy, but there’s something reassuring about the straightforward approach they take here.

Location That Actually Matters

Here’s the thing about staying in London — location can make or break your trip, and this place absolutely nails it. You’re a five-minute walk from Russell Square tube station, which puts you on the Piccadilly line straight to Heathrow or into the heart of the West End. The British Museum is literally around the corner, and I mean that — it’s maybe a three-minute stroll. Couples seem to get this particularly well, rating the location 9.2, and I can see why. You’ve got that lovely square right outside with its garden, plus you’re close enough to everything without being stuck in the tourist chaos of Covent Garden.

The Room Experience

The room I stayed in was what you’d expect from a well-maintained London hotel — not huge, but thoughtfully laid out. The beds are comfortable enough, and the windows actually open (which isn’t always a given in London hotels). You know what I appreciated? The tea and coffee setup was properly stocked, and the shower had decent pressure. It’s those small things that matter when you’re dealing with jet lag or coming back after a long day of walking around the city.

Breakfast Worth Getting Up For

The breakfast situation here is actually pretty impressive for a three-star place. They do a proper full English alongside continental options and it’s set up buffet-style, so you can take your time. The bacon was crispy, the eggs weren’t overcooked, and they had decent coffee — honestly, that’s more than I can say for some pricier places I’ve stayed. The dining room gets busy around 8:30, so if you’re not a morning person, either get there early or wait until after 9:30.

Why Guests Love It

What really works about the Tavistock Hotel is that it delivers exactly what it promises without any surprises. You’re paying for a solid London base with an unbeatable location, and that’s precisely what you get. The staff knows the area well — they gave me walking directions that actually made sense, and pointed me toward a great pub nearby that I never would have found otherwise. For the price point and that location score of 9.3, it’s hard to argue with the value. You’re getting everything you need to enjoy London properly, and sometimes that’s exactly what matters most.

Tavistock Hotel Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Standard Double Room1 double bed for 2 adults
Standard Twin Room2 single beds for 2 adults
Double Room with Garden View1 double bed for 2 adults
Twin Room with Garden View2 single beds for 2 adults
Single Room1 single bed for 1 adult
Standard Family Room1 single bed and 1 double bed for 3 adults
Standard Triple Room3 single beds for 3 adults
King Room with Garden View1 large double bed for 2 adults
King Room1 large double bed for 2 adults
Small Double Room1 double bed for 1 adult
Family Room – Disability Access1 single bed and 1 double bed for 3 adults
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Reviews of Tavistock Hotel

  • Hyein from Germany (8/10)

    The staff are great. There is a 24h convenience store just around the corner, which made our trip easier (a bit expensive, tho)
    The location is amazing.

  • Cerys from United Kingdom (8/10)

    The USBC charging sockets by the bed.
    The easy check in via mobile.
    Breakfast was lovely.
    Room was very clean.
    Lovely touch to add birthday decorations and cheesecake slice.

  • Pedrola from United Kingdom (7/10)

    I like the bed and pillows, they were comfortable. The room and toilet were clean! The staff were friendly. The location was near the British museum, British library, train station and many restaurants.

  • Ann from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The breakfast was really good

  • Muhammad from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Location

  • Baris from Turkey (9/10)

    Need hangers for towels in the bathroom
    Beds were moving easily

  • Carson from United Kingdom (7/10)

    Didn't hav me it, prefer to go out.

  • Jo from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Comfortable beds

  • Susan from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The staff were friendly, professional and smiley!
    The beds were very comfortable.

  • White from South Africa (7/10)

    location

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Argyle Garden: 850 m
  • Gordon Square: 250 m
  • British Museum: 800 m
  • Crabtree Fields: 950 m
  • Tavistock Square: 250 m
  • Bloomsbury Square: 800 m
  • Malet Street Garden: 650 m
  • Woburn Square Garden: 250 m
  • Judd Street Open Space: 800 m
  • Centre Point Tower London: 1.3 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Wing Wing: 30 m
  • Restaurant Chong Qing: 100 m
  • Restaurant Locanda Ottoemezzo: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Big Ben: 3.2 km
  • London Zoo: 2.7 km
  • Regents Park: 2.5 km
  • Somerset House: 1.9 km
  • Madame Tussauds: 2.1 km
  • St James’s Park: 3.1 km
  • Banqueting House: 2.6 km
  • Trafalgar Square: 2.2 km
  • Piccadilly Circus: 2.2 km
  • Churchill War Rooms: 3 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Queen’s Wood: 7 km
  • Lake The Serpentine: 3.9 km

Ski lifts:

  • Brentwood Park Lift: 35 km
  • Sandown Ski Centre Lift: 31 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Euston Square: 800 m
  • Metro Russell Square: 400 m
  • Train Euston Station: 450 m
  • Bus Victoria Coach Station: 4.9 km
  • Train St Pancras Railway Station: 950 m

Closest airports:

  • London City Airport: 14 km
  • London Gatwick Airport: 48 km
  • London Heathrow Airport: 25 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle

Bathroom:

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

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk

Activities:

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Bowling Additional charge Off-site

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Visual aids: Tactile signs
  • 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

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Dutch
  • Portuguese
  • Romanian
  • Ukrainian

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box Additional charge

Media & Technology:

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

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Great for your stay:

  • 2 restaurants
  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shower
  • Parking garage

Parking Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs £24 per day.:

  • Parking garage
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House Rules at Tavistock Hotel

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Groups:

  • When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 00:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

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:

8.0

Location:

9.1

Free WiFi:

8.3

Facilities:

7.6

Cleanliness:

8.2

Value for money:

7.5