Accommodation

Participants must make their own arrangements for all accommodation.

There are many, many hotels in and near the Bloomsbury area of London near to SOAS – central London caters for travellers of all kinds, but there are few bargains.  We recommend the Tavistock Hotel, where a block of rooms has been reserved.

The following is a list of suggestions, but please note:

>>  The details given are for information purposes only.  Inclusion on the listing does not constitute a recommendation. The reviews are taken from other visitors' feedback and from the review website: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g186217-England-Vacations.html

>>     The prices quoted here may not be up to date, and may have increased slightly.  Please check the website given.

>>   Some prices may be negotiable if multiple bookings are made in advance, and many hotels will offer cut-prices if you can quote a cheaper hotel

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BUDGET HOTELS

1.       Hotel Montana, 16-18 Argyle Square, London WC1H 8AS
Web: http://www.stpancrashotels.co.uk/montana/default.htm
Tel: +44 (0)20-7837-3664
Email: montana@stpancrashotels.co.uk
Single: £30 per night, Double bed for £50

Review: It’s conveniently close to SOAS and many other hotspots while offering good value for money. The single rooms are small, but with en-suite showers/toilets. Breakfast continental and English from buffet. Staff are helpful though sometimes the night shifts have difficulties to speak English properly. The Camden area is somewhat notorious; during daytime drug addicts have a visible presence in the park at Argyle Sq. People may feel uneasy or unsafe because of this.

2.       The County Hotel, Upper Woburn Place, London WC1H 0JW

Web: http://www.imperialhotels.co.uk/
Tel: +44 (0)20-7278-7871/2/3
Email: info@imperialhotels.co.uk
Single: £41 (Price includes English breakfast and VAT.)

Review: Bathrooms are shared with 4 other rooms.  A short walk away from SOAS the hotel is reasonably priced, the facilities were basic but there was a TV and tea and coffee making facilities in all the rooms.

3.       Ruskin Hotel, 23/24 Montague Street, Camden, London, WC1B 5BH

Web: http://www.ruskinhotellondon.com/

Tel: +44 (0)20-7636-7388

Email: ruskinlondon@aol.com

Single: (without shower & toilet) £50.00- £53.00

Review: The Ruskin Hotel is conveniently situated next to the British Museum and London's Theatreland.  Reminded me of my college dorm! Bit worn around the plasterwork but spotlessly clean; spacious, lovely TV room; friendly staff.

4.       Mentone Hotel, 54-55 Cartwright Gardens, London, WC1 H9EL

Web: http://www.mentonehotel.com/ 
Tel: +44 (0)20-7387-3927
Email: bookings@mentonehotel.com
Single: £65

Review: The Mentone Hotel has been owned and managed by the present family since 1972 and has long been a popular choice with tourists, due to its pleasant surroundings and central location.  Non smoking hotel.  Mixed reviews.

5.       Langland Hotel, 29/31 Gower Street, London, WC1E 6HG
Web: http://www.langlandhotel.com/
Tel: +44 (0)20-7636-5801
Email: info@thelangland.co.uk
Single: Basic From £45 - £55, Twin Basic From £55 - £65

Review: The Langland Hotel is situated in a listed Georgian building which was built over two hundred years ago. All the bedrooms are comfortably furnished and include a colour television, tea and coffee-making facilities in each room. Breakfast is a traditional English Breakfast but continental breakfast is also available on request.

 6.       Tavistock Hotel, Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9EU

Web: http://www.imperialhotels.co.uk/
Tel: +44 (0)20-7278-7871/2/3
Email: info@imperialhotels.co.uk
Single: £62 (Price includes English breakfast and VAT.)

Review: Overlooking one of Bloomsbury’s beautiful gardens this Art Deco styled hotel is perfectly located a few minutes walk away from SOAS.  Moderate priced hotel in a very nice neighbourhood. The staff are friendly & helpful.

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HOSTELS

7.       Generator Hostel, Compton Place, (off 37 Tavistock Place), Russell Square, London, WC1H 9SE
Web: http://www.generatorhostels.com/london/  
Tel: +44 (0)20 7388 7666
Email: res@generatorhostels.com

Prices: Dorm beds are from as little as £10 in winter and £12.50 in summer for a dorm bed. Plus we include free breakfast, bed linen and towels for everyone.  Please note Generator London does not have any en-suite bedrooms.

Review: The Generator London has a variety of room sizes to fit all budgets of traveller, from the cheap and cheerful 12 bed dorms to the private single and twins.  The hostel is in Bloomsbury in Zone 1. Just 5 minutes from The British Museum and SOAS  and only a short walk from Euston and Kings Cross Stations. 

8.       Astor’s Museum Inn Hostel, 27 Montague Street, Bloomsbury, London, WC1B 5BH

Web: http://www.astorhostels.com/1-3-405-OH3/Museum_Hostel.html

Tel: +44 (0)20-7580-5360

Email: museum@astorhostels.com
Prices: 12 bed mixed dorm £15.00 per person, 4 bed mixed dorm £19.00 per person, Twin room £50.00 per room

Review: Within walking distance of Covent Garden and London’s famous Oxford Street and minutes away from three central London Tube stations (Holborn, Russell Square, Tottenham Court Road), 24 hour reception, Dorms & Private Rooms, Valuables Lockup, Full Kitchen.

 

9.       Ashlee House Hostel, 261-265 Grays Inn Road, London WC1X 8QT

Web: http://www.ashleehouse.co.uk/
Tel: +44 (0)20-7833-9400
E-mail: info@ashleehouse.co.uk.
Prices: Dorm from £9-£18; Single from £35-£37

Review: Stylish, modern budget accommodation with lots of great facilities and relaxing lounge areas.  Friendly and helpful staff.  Good rates especially during the week with breakfast included.  Clean and comfortable.

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For further information on youth hostels and budget accommodation in London you can visit the following websites (and many more besides)

http://www.about-london-hotels.co.uk/
http://www.hotel-london.co.uk/
http://www.1st4londonhotels.co.uk/