The Thistle Bloomsbury is a distinguished Victorian hotel located in the heart of London's cultural quarter, just steps from the British Museum and Russell Square. This elegant property features 13 versatile meeting and event spaces, including the grand Victorian Ballroom that can accommodate up to 350 guests for receptions. The hotel combines period charm with modern amenities, offering state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, complimentary WiFi, and professional event planning services. Its prime Bloomsbury location provides easy access to London's West End, major transport links, and numerous cultural attractions, making it an ideal venue for conferences, meetings, weddings, and special events.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victorian Ballroom | 200 | — | 40 | 120 | 50 | — | — |
| Russell Room | 80 | — | 30 | 50 | 35 | — | — |
| Bloomsbury Suite | 60 | — | 24 | 40 | 28 | — | — |
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.
Day delegate rates from £450 including room hire, refreshments, and AV equipment. Half-day rates available. Wedding packages from £85 per person.
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16-22 Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3NN, United Kingdom
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Thistle Bloomsbury is a verified hotel in London, hosting up to 350 guests, with day delegate rates from £160. 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 350 guests in theatre style, 200 for banqueting, 120 for boardroom setup
Comprehensive AV package including projectors, screens, sound systems, microphones, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Full catering services available with diverse menu options, dietary requirements accommodated
Limited on-site parking available, numerous public car parks nearby, excellent public transport links
The Thistle Bloomsbury is a distinguished Victorian hotel located in the heart of London's cultural quarter, just steps from the British Museum and Russell Square. This elegant property features 13 versatile meeting and event spaces, including the grand Victorian Ballroom that can accommodate up to 350 guests for receptions. The hotel combines period charm with modern amenities, offering state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, complimentary WiFi, and professional event planning services. Its prime Bloomsbury location provides easy access to London's West End, major transport links, and numerous cultural attractions, making it an ideal venue for conferences, meetings, weddings, and special events.
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