The Fitzrovia Belle Hotel

The Fitzrovia Belle Hotel Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to The Fitzrovia Belle Hotel on Tottenham Court Road, you immediately get that classic London boutique hotel vibe — it’s tucked right into the urban fabric without trying too hard to stand out. The entrance has this understated elegance that honestly feels refreshing after seeing so many hotels that scream for attention. You know what strikes me most? It’s how the building manages to feel both historic and contemporary, which is actually pretty tricky to pull off in this part of town.

Location That Actually Matters

Here’s the thing about staying in Fitzrovia — you’re genuinely in the thick of everything without the tourist chaos of Covent Garden or Oxford Street (well, Oxford Street is close, but you can escape it). This four-star property sits perfectly between the British Museum and the West End theaters, and I mean you can literally walk to both in under ten minutes. The couples who rate this location so highly aren’t wrong — there’s something romantic about wandering these Georgian streets at night, plus you’ve got Charlotte Street’s restaurant scene right around the corner.

The Room Experience

My room had that smart London hotel design where every inch counts but doesn’t feel cramped. The windows face Tottenham Court Road, so yes, there’s some street noise, but honestly it’s just the gentle hum of London life — nothing that decent windows can’t handle. What I really appreciated was the attention to lighting; they’ve got proper reading lights and enough outlets for all your devices, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how many places get this wrong.

Breakfast Worth Mentioning

The breakfast setup here actually impressed me more than I expected. They do the full English properly — none of that sad continental buffet nonsense — but they’ve also got American options and a decent continental spread if that’s more your speed. The dining area gets good morning light, and the staff seems to genuinely care about getting your coffee right. I mean, it’s not going to change your life, but it sets you up well for a day of exploring London.

Why Guests Love It

Look, The Fitzrovia Belle Hotel isn’t trying to be the flashiest place in London, and that’s exactly why it works so well. It’s got that neighborhood feel while keeping you connected to everything that matters — the British Museum, Oxford Street shopping, Regent’s Park, and some of the city’s best pubs and restaurants. The staff knows the area well enough to point you toward the good stuff, and the whole place has this comfortable, lived-in quality that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something rather than just booked a hotel room. For the price point and location, it’s honestly hard to argue with what they’re offering here.

Exploring London drifts through historic pubs, modern galleries, and dusk-lit bridges arching over the Thames.

The Fitzrovia Belle Hotel Accommodations

Reviews of The Fitzrovia Belle Hotel

• Jeroen from Netherlands (9/10)

  Very friendly staff. Jennie, Ana & de rest are very warm and welcoming. We would love to come back. Perfect location, excellent kitchen and good rooms.

• Sophie from Australia (7/10)

  The location was fantastic, very close to some great shops. Though the rooms are above a lively pub, they were secure with a locked door only those with a room key could enter, and you could not hear any noise from downstairs.

• Ilana from Israel (9/10)

  Breakfast and location were very good

• Kübra from Turkey (8/10)

  The location was ideally situated, within walking distance of historical landmarks and easily accessible. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, always ready to assist.

• Ben from United Kingdom (8/10)

  + good, consistent shower
  + comfortable bed
  + friendly staff
  + great breakfast

• Lisa from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Location very good ,hotel clean and friendly

• Vincent from United States (9/10)

  Staff was incredibly friendly and very flexible with our specific traveling needs, everything was completely functional and the hotel is in a nice part of London. The restaurant connected to the hotel has an included breakfast and even the food/drinks outside of the included menu was great and not overpriced.

• Janelle from United States (7/10)

  Staff were excellent & extremely kind. Included breakfast was delicious as well. Building itself is cute and decorated very nicely.

• Ben from United Kingdom (7/10)

  + comfortable bed
  + great shower
  + helpful, friendly staff
  + good service at breakfast

• Jennifer from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Lovely room, great staff and great breakfast

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