1 photosImages not verifiedThe Kingsley by Thistle is a distinguished 4-star hotel located in the heart of Bloomsbury, offering a perfect blend of Victorian elegance and modern amenities. The hotel features versatile meeting and event spaces accommodating up to 300 delegates, including the grand Kingsley Suite and intimate boardrooms. Situated just moments from the British Museum and Russell Square, this historic property provides an ideal central London location for conferences, meetings, and special events. The venue combines period features with contemporary facilities including high-speed WiFi, professional AV equipment, and dedicated event management services.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsley Suite | 250 | — | 50 | 120 | 80 | — | — |
| Boardroom One | 25 | — | 14 | 18 | 16 | — | — |
| Boardroom Two | 20 | — | 12 | 15 | 14 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire, Basic AV.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Pricing available on request. Day delegate packages and room hire rates vary by season and requirements.
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Bloomsbury Way, London, WC1A 2SD, United Kingdom
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The Kingsley by Thistle is a verified hotel in London, hosting up to 300 guests, with day delegate rates from £260. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 300 guests in various configurations - theatre style 300, classroom 150, boardroom 40
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment breaks
Limited on-site parking available, advance booking recommended. Public parking nearby
The Kingsley by Thistle is a distinguished 4-star hotel located in the heart of Bloomsbury, offering a perfect blend of Victorian elegance and modern amenities. The hotel features versatile meeting and event spaces accommodating up to 300 delegates, including the grand Kingsley Suite and intimate boardrooms. Situated just moments from the British Museum and Russell Square, this historic property provides an ideal central London location for conferences, meetings, and special events. The venue combines period features with contemporary facilities including high-speed WiFi, professional AV equipment, and dedicated event management services.
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