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    Bedford Hotel

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    83-95 Southampton Row, London WC1B 4HD, England
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    “british museum”(121 reviews)
    “southampton row”(38 reviews)
    “overlooking the garden”(30 reviews)
    Free Wifi
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    Reviewed 7 June 2015 via mobile
    Good location....rest disappointed!

    The hotel is in a very good location, all amenities are nearby and walking distance to all attractions. However, the hotel itself is a bit disappointed. First of all, the reception. The receptionists are not very welcome, except from two ladies, there is no smile,...More

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    Response from ImperialLondonHotels, Guest Relations Manager at Bedford HotelResponded 17 June 2015

    Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback regarding your stay at the Bedford Hotel. We are pleased that you overall enjoyed your stay and our hotels location, only a short walk to most major attractions. Equally, we are sorry to hear that our staff were...More

    Reviewed 4 June 2015
    Affordable, comfortable and great location

    I've stayed twice at this hotel for short trips to London. I love that it is close to the British Museum and in easy walking distance of many of London's attractions and Euston train station. Comfortable, reasonably sized room with ensuite bathroom. Everything in working...More

    Thank Helen C
    Response from ImperialLondonHotels, Guest Relations Manager at Bedford HotelResponded 17 June 2015

    Dear Guest, Many thanks for your review regarding your second stay at the Bedford Hotel. We are so pleased to note that you enjoyed your stay, our close proximity to the British Museum and many tourist attractions, and our comfortable rooms. Breakfast is the most...More

    Reviewed 3 June 2015
    Bedford Hotel - Seclusion & Intimacy -- NOT

    The Bedford's tagline is "Seclusion & Intimacy". That only works if you consider "Seclusion & Intimacy" to be a small room facing very busy Southhampton Row with no air conditioning, thus open windows in warm weather and resulting road noise all night. I understand there...More

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    Response from ImperialLondonHotels, Guest Relations Manager at Bedford HotelResponded 10 June 2015

    Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback regarding your stay at the Bedford Hotel. We are sorry to hear that you were disturbed during your visit and were not able to have a room overlooking the garden. The keys used prove successful with many guests...More

    Reviewed 1 June 2015
    Good value for money

    We stayed at the hotel during the christmas vacation 2014. Through Superbreak.com we got a bargain price which included 3 nights at the hotel, breakfast, christmas lunch and dinner. The hotel is one of the three Imperial hotels on the Southampton Row, therefor the lunch...More

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    Response from ImperialLondonHotels, Guest Relations Manager at Bedford HotelResponded 10 June 2015

    Dear Guest, Many thanks for your kind words regarding your stay during Christmas at the Bedford Hotel. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and our meals at our hotels and restaurants. We will be sure to pass your kind comments regarding the cleanliness...More

    Reviewed 28 May 2015
    A good place to stay in London!

    I've stayed twice at this hotel and once at another property in this hotel group and as far as I'm concerned it can't be beat. Within a couple of blocks of the Russell Square tube station on the Piccadilly Line (the one that goes to...More

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    Response from ImperialLondonHotels, Guest Relations Manager at Bedford HotelResponded 10 June 2015

    Dear Guest, Many thanks for your review on Trip Advisor regarding your stay at the Bedford Hotel. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay, our staff were attentive and friendly on your visit and you were able to have a quiet night. Our location...More

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    Bloomsbury
    Snuggly nestled within Central London is academic and
    leafy Bloomsbury, an area that boasts walking distance
    access to many of London's most popular attractions.
    It is also home to some of Britain's most celebrated
    museums, including the must-see British Museum.
    Despite an understandable popularity with students,
    tourists and day trippers, vast sections of Bloomsbury
    retain a quiet, residential feel year round and
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    Response from RomanRemains | Reviewed this property |
    A short 10 minute walk to Lancaster Gate tube station then a very quick trip on the Central line to Holborn then a 5 minute walk from there
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    Response from ImperialLondonHotels | Property representative |
    Hi, The executive rooms are slightly bigger, with an added sofa bed. Kind regards,
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    30 October 2017|
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    Response from ImperialLondonHotels | Property representative |
    Hi, Oxford Street is walking distance from our Bedford Hotel and is only a 15 minute walk. Kind regards,
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    "lower floors are quieter"
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    "Pick the back of the hotel for a quiet room. Don't be afraid to ask the staff for help."
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    "Away from the road (back of the hotel)"
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