What's the area like around The British Museum?

The British Museum is located in a vibrant area of London known for its stunning architecture and popular theatre scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1688 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near The British Museum?

Adjacent to The British Museum, The Hoxton Holborn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this 4-star hotel offers free WiFi and a business centre. Other good options within a short distance include Zedwell Piccadilly and The Resident Soho .

How many hotels will I be able to find near The British Museum?

Expedia has 1688 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The British Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The British Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "free cancellation" to get the best deals in The British Museum.

What can I see and do near The British Museum?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Gallery, Museum of London or Tate Modern. St. Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben and Westminster Bridge are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around The British Museum. You can catch a show at Royal Albert Hall, Palace Theatre London and Royal Opera House.

How can I get to The British Museum?

With so many transport options, exploring the area around The British Museum is simple. Take advantage of metro transport at Russell Square Underground Station, Euston Square Underground Station and Tottenham Court Road Underground Station. If you're taking a train into town, Tottenham Court Road Station is the closest stop to Bloomsbury.

The Best Hotels Closest to The British Museum in London - 2022 Updated Prices

Zedwell Piccadilly

1 km from The British Museum

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4.1/5 Very Good! (467 reviews)

"Perfect location for everything in London. Clean, modern, simple. The room was so quiet. Great price for central London"

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2022

The Resident Soho

0.5 km from The British Museum

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4.6/5 Wonderful! (929 reviews)

"A little gem in the heart of Soho, team was awesome."

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2022

The Strand Palace Hotel

0.9 km from The British Museum

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4.1/5 Very Good! (2,653 reviews)

"Friendly efficient staff , good breakfast, clean& warm."

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2022

The Resident Covent Garden

0.9 km from The British Museum

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4.9/5 Exceptional! (717 reviews)

"A clean, tidy and modern hotel in a perfect location for exploring London. The staff were wonderful - friendly, helpful and professional. Really enjoyed the stay and will certainly return to the hotel again."

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2022

Assembly House Hotel

0.9 km from The British Museum

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4.2/5 Excellent! (1,147 reviews)

"Great location for a fair price. Clean, modern, and late check in was great for us. We’ll be back"

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2022

The Hoxton Holborn

0.2 km from The British Museum

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4.5/5 Wonderful! (528 reviews)

"Great location with friendly staff. Lovely décor. Bit surprised though there was no extra pillows in the room and no 'standard' biscuits for your tea/coffee. Overall really good place and definitely would stay here again when visiting London."

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2022

The Academy

0.3 km from The British Museum

4.4/5 Excellent! (242 reviews)

"Great location, staff all enthusiastic and helpful, suite was comfortable and well-appointed. But there was no bath when the website promised a bath/shower combo, and I could hear the tv in the room next door when the moron put it on at 7am."

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2022

St Giles London - A St Giles Hotel

0.2 km from The British Museum

3.8/5 Good! (2,634 reviews)

"I had a good nights sleep its a very safe and secure hotel in a great location."

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2022

Club Quarters Hotel Covent Garden Holborn

0.4 km from The British Museum

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4.4/5 Excellent! (899 reviews)

"Great Property, the Staff is super welcoming, kind and Alex the Hotel Director is top notch. Keep it up Team! Kevin"

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2022

The Royal National Hotel

0.6 km from The British Museum

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4.3/5 Excellent! (149 reviews)

"Stay on a regular basis. Service is great and breakfast is included."

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2022

Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London

1.9 km from The British Museum

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4.2/5 Excellent! (2,678 reviews)

"Wonderful family friendly hotel"

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2022

Victory House Hotel

0.8 km from The British Museum

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4.2/5 Very Good! (486 reviews)

"Great location, lovely staff"

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2022

The Waldorf Hilton, London

0.7 km from The British Museum

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4.2/5 Excellent! (978 reviews)

"This was a bucket list stay and it exceeded expectations! The staff was amazing, the room was beautiful and the area was the best spot we could be at."

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2022

NYX Hotel London Holborn by Leonardo Hotels

0.2 km from The British Museum

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4.4/5 Excellent! (190 reviews)

"Excellent stay, room was lovely. Staff were excellent."

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2022

Mimi's Hotel Soho

0.5 km from The British Museum

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4.1/5 Very Good! (969 reviews)

"The decor and cleanliness was top notch"

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2022

Rosewood London

0.3 km from The British Museum

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4.7/5 Exceptional! (819 reviews)

"A truly fabulous hotel. Comfortable bed in a very spacious room. The amenities were terrific. The bar and restaurants were magnificent. Finally, the staff were truly exceptional."

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2022

Radisson Blu Edwardian Bloomsbury Street Hotel, London

0.1 km from The British Museum

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4.3/5 Excellent! (973 reviews)

"A great location and very helpful, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2021

Point A Hotel London Kings Cross – St Pancras

1.2 km from The British Museum

4/5 Very Good! (1,525 reviews)

"Good value for money, great as a conveniently placed overnight stop, wouldn’t want to stay in the same room (“cosy”, no windows) for more than a night but other rooms probably ok. Did the job for us on this occasion, would use again."

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2022

The Montague On The Gardens

0.2 km from The British Museum

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4.7/5 Exceptional! (976 reviews)

"Staff were absolutely brilliant, nothing too much trouble. Room was superb,super clean. Will definitely return. Cannot recommend enough, best hotel we have ever stayed in."

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2021

Radisson Blu Edwardian Mercer Street Hotel, London

0.5 km from The British Museum

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4.6/5 Exceptional! (973 reviews)

"The staff we’re very helpful and polite. I thought the restaurant could have had more of selection rather than the limited selection, also very expensive. However the stay was 1st class"

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2022

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