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The Royal National Hotel

📍
38-51 Bedford Way, London WC1H 0DG, United Kingdom
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Historic 4-star hotel in Bloomsbury offering versatile meeting spaces and event facilities near Russell Square.

About This Venue

The Royal National Hotel is a landmark 4-star property in the heart of Bloomsbury, combining Victorian grandeur with modern amenities. This historic hotel features 1,630 guest rooms and extensive conference facilities across multiple floors, including the impressive Kings Suite ballroom accommodating up to 450 delegates. Located minutes from Russell Square Underground station and walking distance to the British Museum, the hotel offers 24 flexible meeting rooms with state-of-the-art AV equipment, dedicated event coordinators, and comprehensive catering services. The venue's central London location provides easy access to major attractions, shopping districts, and transport links, making it ideal for conferences, corporate events, weddings, and social gatherings.

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Indicative Budget
£10,125£19,125
Typical day-delegate event for ~225 guests
Capacity (max)
450
Typical attendees
225
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (225 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

450
Maximum Capacity
450
Theatre Style
600
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Kings Suite

415
450
5060250

Queens Suite

280
300
4045180

Princes Room

85
80
242550

Boardroom Suite

35
30
161218

4 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 450 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV equipment
Air conditioning
Natural daylight
Blackout facilities
24-hour reception
Restaurant
Bar
Room service
Business centre
Concierge
Lift access
Conference phone

📐 Space Specifications

850
Total Space (m²)
3.2m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Screen
PA System
Microphones
Wi-Fi
Flip Charts
Lighting
Stage

🎯 Suitable For

📋Conferences
📋Corporate Events
📋Wedding Receptions
📋Training Sessions
📋Business Meetings
📋Exhibitions

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessibleAccessible toiletsHearing loop availableAccessible parking

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Russell Square Underground station (Piccadilly Line) 2-minute walk. King's Cross St. Pancras International 10 minutes by tube for Eurostar connections. Heathrow Airport 45 minutes via Piccadilly Line direct. Multiple bus routes on nearby streets.

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

No on-site parking. NCP car parks within 5-minute walk on Herbrand Street and Coram Street. Street parking available with restrictions. Valet parking service can be arranged.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

7 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

450
theatre
50
boardroom
250
classroom
60
u shape
300
cabaret
600
reception
350
dining
320
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 450 guests in theatre style, 300 for dinner, 200 for boardroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV equipment including projectors, sound system, microphones, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Comprehensive catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment breaks with various menu options
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, advance booking required. Multiple public car parks nearby

Location & Contact

📍 Address

38-51 Bedford Way
WC1H 0DG, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Conference CentreWedding VenueMeeting RoomsEvent Space

Venue Location

38-51 Bedford Way, London, WC1H 0DG

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 450 guests in theatre style, 300 for dinner, 200 for boardroom style

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Full AV equipment including projectors, sound system, microphones, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout

Q: Is catering available?

A: Comprehensive catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment breaks with various menu options

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited on-site parking available, advance booking required. Multiple public car parks nearby

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏛️Museum

🏛️
British History Museum
0.4 km (0.25 mi)• 5 minutes walk

🎭Theatre

🎭
West End Theatre District
1.2 km (0.75 mi)• 15 minutes walk

🎵Concert Hall

🎵
Royal Opera House Covent Garden
1.8 km (1.1 mi)• 20 minutes walk

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Tower of London Historic Fortress
5.2 km (3.2 mi)• 25 minutes by tube

🦁Zoo

🦁
London Zoo Wildlife Park
2.1 km (1.3 mi)• 15 minutes by bus

🌳Gardens

🌳
Regent's Park Royal Gardens
1.5 km (0.9 mi)• 18 minutes walk
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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