Thanet Hotel Annex

Hotels
4.3 (2677 reviews)
9-10 Bedford Place , London , GB
+44 20 7636 2869

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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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Jan • couple • pl
1
Tragiczne warunki jak za cenę
Pros:

Lokalizacja

Cons:

Poza lokalizacja jak mam być szczery to nic

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Azucena • couple • au
1
I would not book again here.
Pros:

Location and quiet

Cons:

This property is falling apart, I wouldn’t even know where to start. One bathroom was out of service, the other, I couldn’t get hot running water.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Nischit • couple • gb
4
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • au
5
Tired and old budget hotel.
Pros:

Good central London location, walking distance from the West End.

Cons:

I travel extensively all over the world for work, and stay at hotels many times a month. I have never had to pay to leave luggage before check in time. Outrageous. £9.80 for a couple of suitcases and a backpack.
The hotel has many narrow corridors and steep stair cases, so not ideal for anyone with large luggage. Some rooms are many floors up. And good luck finding the room, there's very little signage to guide you!

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • gb
3
Less than basic
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The noise of slamming doors.
The mould and loose tiles in the bathroom.
The uncomfortable bed.
Over used sheets and pillows.
Dirty carpets.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
3
Cons:

Bed was awful. Mattress basically had a hole in it where people had sat on the edge.
Sash window looked ready to fall out with gaps around the frame meaning any noise outside was clearly heard. Would imagine it would be very drafty if windy and cold outside

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • gb
6
Budget price hotel
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Pillow was very hard
Shower had no shower curtain

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Giulio • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Eduardo • extended_group • es
1
Fatal
Pros:

Solo podría decir la ubicación.

Cons:

No me gustó nada, extremadamente sucio y viejo. No lo recomiendo, sin duda el peor sitio en el que me he alojado.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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L • solo_traveller • be
3
Pas cher mais très moyen
Pros:

Emplacement

Cons:

Propreté, Alarme incendit

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Sai varma • couple • gb
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Nothing i like

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Pablo • family_with_children • cl
1
Pésimo
Pros:

Nada

Cons:

Todo

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Roberto • solo_traveller • es
4
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Fernando • family_with_children • gb
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The bathroom floor had no carpet,the shower floor was dirty,the bed sheets were dirty wirh stain,there was a hole in the wall,the celling wall trim was broken.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Spence • solo_traveller • gb
4
Dreadful - avoid
Pros:

Convenient location
Clean bedsheets

Cons:

Carpet needed hoovered. Dirty windows. A lot of black mould on bathroom tiles, grout & sealant. No usable aerial for TV - 2 aerials hanging out the wall with no end connectors on them.
No kettle. Hairdryer holder with no hairdryer..

When we complained about the carpet (and under raised bed frames fluff, dust, hair, sweet wrappers were visible!) we were told that was not part of the house keeping duties.
When we complained about the TV not working (no aerial) we were asked if we had broken it!

Overhead light thick with dust - had 3 bulbs, 2 were white standard bulbs & 3rd bulb was a yellow glowing candle bulb!

Cheap creaky metal bed frames & cheap mattresses

Staff storage room on ground floor adjacent to front door constantly left wide open despite there being a keypad in it - bleach & cleaning products visible - danger for children

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Ignacio Urrutia • solo_traveller • es
7
Muy buena ubicación, cama cómoda, personal amable y limpieza mejorable
Pros:

La ubicación es inmejorable, la cama muy cómoda y la calle muy tranquila, sin ningún ruido por la noche.

Cons:

La comunicación con el hotel a través de los mensajes de Booking debería ser más fluida, ya que tardaban mucho en contestar y hasta tuve que buscar su email directo por internet. La cama era muy cómoda. La limpieza general de la habitación dejaba mucho que desear, la moqueta estaba muy sucia y el armario y la estantería tenían muchísimo polvo acumulado. En los detalles de la reserva pone que incluye artículos de aseo gratis y apenas había jabón de manos. Juraría que entraron en mi habitación cuando yo no estaba porque me encontré abierto un armario situado encima de la puerta del baño.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Mimi-Eloise • couple • gb
1
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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sally • family_with_children • gb
5
Ok
Pros:

It was close to town centre

Cons:

The room was not ready in time despite us meeting them know what time we arrived. The hotel was hot with no air con, And one noisy old fan in the room. The room had a balcony, the door did not shut and lock properly, which did not feel safe. You could not safely leave a window or door open.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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justine • solo_traveller • fr
2
Cata Ne pas y aller
Pros:

Emplacement

Cons:

Immeuble vetuste
Alarme incendie a sonné au milieu de la nuit
Je ne recommande pas du tout ou alors pour un budget trés trés bas mais pas à ce prix la
Ne devrait meme pas etre sur booking

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Kumail • extended_group • sa
1
Awful!
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee