Thanet Hotel Annex

Hotels
4.3 (2677 reviews)
9-10 Bedford Place , London , GB

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Currency exchange
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Affordable for London
Friendly staff
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Poor amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
1.94
Numerous complaints about dirtiness and lack of hygiene.
Service
5.42
Mixed feedback; some staff were friendly, but service issues noted.
Location
6.96
Positive mentions of the location being convenient for theaters.
Room Quality
1.9
Rooms were described as worn down and in poor condition.
Amenities
3.94
Basic amenities lacked; some guests noted missing items such as tea/coffee.
Value for Money
3.9
Some perceived it as cheap, but many felt it was not worth the price.
Food and Beverage
6.95
Not specifically mentioned, assumed standard for hotel tier.
Overall Experience
3.42
Mediocre overall experience with some positive aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 09:01

Property Description

Centrally Located in Bloomsbury District
Less than 5 minutes’ walk from The British Museum, Thanet Hotel Annex offers convenient accommodation in the heart of London's Bloomsbury district. Just a short walk from Russell Square Underground Station, the hotel provides easy access to various attractions and transportation hubs.

Convenient Amenities and Services
Guests at Thanet Hotel Annex can enjoy a range of amenities including money exchange, fax facilities, and a 24-hour reception for added convenience. Luggage storage is also available for a nominal fee, ensuring a hassle-free stay. Additionally, the hotel is surrounded by charming local cafes, perfect for a quick bite or a leisurely meal.

Explore Nearby Attractions
Situated within walking distance of Covent Garden, Oxford Street, and Camden Town, guests have easy access to some of London's most popular destinations. With King’s Cross Station just a short stroll away, exploring the city is both simple and enjoyable.

Book your stay at Thanet Hotel Annex for a comfortable and well-connected London experience.

Important information:

Please note that there is no luggage storage facility at the property before check-in and after check-out.

There is a refunded GBP 20 deposit if guests require use of the TV and remote control in their rooms.

Please note that the hotel does not have wheelchair access.

Please note that towels are not provided.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Location

Guest Reviews

4.3
Based on 2677 reviews
Cleanliness: 1.94
Service: 5.42
Location: 6.96
Room Quality: 1.9
Amenities: 3.94
Value for Money: 3.9
Food and Beverage: 6.95
Overall Experience: 3.42
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Bradley • couple • gb
1
Never would stay again
Pros:

Staff not nice or polite
Room was poor
Tv didn’t work

Cons:

A new building

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Ann-Kirstine • extended_group • dk
3
Pros:

Beliggenheden og der var varmt vand i bruseren.

Cons:

Jeg er virkelig vant til lidt af hvert i London og er ikke sart, da vi aldrig bruger hotellet til andet end at overnatte på, men det her værelse var så ulækkert og beskidt med tapet fra loftet, der hang i laser, de dårligste madrasser på sengene og en radiator, der tændte on and off lige ved siden af den ene seng, så man brændte sig om natten på den, når man vendte sig i sengen.

Det kostede over 1000 kr pr..overnatning og det var ikke valuta for pengene i min optik.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
E
Elie • solo_traveller • be
1
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Nermeen • solo_traveller • us
1
Terrible :)
Pros:

Just the location

Cons:

The place was extremely unhygienic. The shared bathrooms were filthy, and the shower curtains had mold. Everything smelled bad. I understand that this is a budget hotel, but that is no excuse to make the hotel absolutely uninhabitable. The staff was also incredibly rude. I am a woman, and they talked down to me in a condescending manner. I simply asked for an extra blanket because the room was cold, and they said no. They make you pay to store your luggage in an empty, unlocked room. They were late for check-in at 3 pm; there was a long line of people waiting. I got there early, and they refused to let me check in early, which is fine, but then they were criticizing me later for not coming in earlier. Generally, they were rude, and the hotel was disgusting. There was no upkeep and pure laziness on their end. I’ve stayed at bad places before but, in my opinion, you can’t have the hotel in disarray and be rude at the same time. Plus, it was still way too expensive for what you got.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
C
changzhi • solo_traveller • cn
7
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
D
Dan • couple • fr
1
Pros:

Absolument rien drap sal toilette salle et pas propre état insalubre je suis sous le choque

Cons:

Tout est en état insalubre draps pas fait et sale matelas sur ressort aplati on m’a changé de chambre une autre pire encore cheveux dans le lavabo et la douche et les toilettes insupportable

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
F
Fiona • solo_traveller • lu
4
Great location but terrible beds
Pros:

Staff was lovely and location fantastic.

Cons:

The bed might have been the hardest and most uncomfortable I've slept in in my life and the smell in the room was rather unpleasant.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
A
Aneesh • extended_group • gb
6
Pros:

Location was good

Cons:

Common bathroom

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
G
Griffith's • couple • gb
3
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Room not clean, , cold tap loose, no batteries in remote control, not all lights working,window sash broken

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
J
Jamil • solo_traveller • lb
5
You only pay for location only
Pros:

Only location

Cons:

The bathroom was outdated, and the bathtub’s worn, peeling surface had blackish, bluish, and greenish patches that looked like mould or fungus, making it unpleasant and unhygienic to step into.

There should also be a strict rule prohibiting guests from frying or cooking food in their rooms. The strong smell of cooked food, particularly shrimp, lingered throughout the place and made it smell like unpleasant Chinese restaurant kitchen instead of lavender or fresh air smell. I found the odour extremely unpleasant and off-putting.

You need to keep texting them to empty your trash and clean your room otherwise they won’t do it even if you’re booked for 2 weeks or more.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
R
Renaud • family_with_children • ch
1
Absolument déconseillé !
Pros:

L’emplacement

Cons:

Insalubre, moisissures, rouille, poussière et chambre pas nettoyée, pas de chaise, chasse d’eau WC cassée, pas de tapis de douche, pas de rideau de douche, une seule ampoule sur le lustre, accueil pourri, la porte de la « salle de bain » ne ferme pas, oreillers plat genre coussin de canapé. Bref, un hôtel horrible!!!

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
R
ROBIN • couple • gb
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
L
Luna • couple • be
1
Booking for 3 days the first day we have bookt another hotel is shit Mann very disappointed
Cons:

EVERYTHING!!!!

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
A
Ariel Bustamante Cardeña • solo_traveller • cl
4
Buena ubicación pero no muy buen servicio.
Pros:

Esta muy bien ubicado

Cons:

Poca información, no informan que el aseo de la habitación se cobra aparte, no tiene ni siquiera un hervidor para tomar un café, habitaciones muy calurosas o muy frías, instalaciones muy antiguas.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Judith • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Paula • couple • gb
4
Just about ok for one night but I will not recommend it
Pros:

The location. bedding was clean as expected and it did have hot water in shower.

Cons:

There were no tea and coffee/ kettle. The window did not lock on first floor. The door did not lock properly so we had to secure a comb across to ensure the lock stayed locked. The bed mattress was old and you could feel the springs on the upside of bed. The shower curtain was not long enough in bathroom so water from shower went all over bathroom floor.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
H
harinder • couple • gb
1
Nightmare
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Dirty carpets, torn bed upholstery. Moreover bedbugs, beware.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Youssef • solo_traveller • gb
1
awful
Pros:

nothing

Cons:

dirty and expensive it stinks

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
J
Joelle • couple • ch
1
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Ali • couple • gb
1
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee