The hype
Travelers are obsessed with the lobby's mosaic floors and the 'Hogwarts' exterior, but many feel the standard rooms are surprisingly small for the price.
Kimpton London Fitzroy
$230-450 / 晚
如果以下情况适用，请预订 You want to sleep inside a Harry Potter-esque Victorian palace that loves dogs as much as it loves marble.
为什么人们喜欢它
- The 'Titanic' architecture—designer Charles Fitzroy Doll created the dining room on the Titanic based on this hotel's restaurant
- Incredible pet-friendly policy with no fees and 'Pet Tuck Boxes'
- Location right on Russell Square, steps from the Tube and British Museum
快速了解： A stunning architectural grand dame that occasionally rests on its laurels with small base rooms and a controversial 'discretionary' service fee added to your room bill.
@jcpeters_ 的评论: I felt like absolute royalty in this suite. The marble bathroom is huge, and having a fireplace in the room made my stay so cozy. Plus, grabbing a drink at Fitz's Bar downstairs was the perfect way to end the night. Highly recommend for a romantic trip.
住过这里的客人说
Reality check
Breakfast at £25/person gets mixed reviews—many suggest walking to Fortitude Bakehouse nearby instead.
- You travel with a dog (no size limit, no fee)
- You appreciate Victorian history and architecture
- You want a central base near the British Museum but away from the Soho chaos
清洁与维护
8.5
- Housekeeping: Generally reliable daily service, though some reports of missed glass refills or slow tray removal.
- Bathroom hygiene: High standard. Marble surfaces are usually gleaming, though grout in older showers can show age.
- Maintenance: Public areas are immaculate. Some guest rooms show wear on carpets and scuffs on baseboards.
- Linens & towels: Crisp, high-thread-count linens and fluffy towels. Robes are plush.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells expensive (custom scent). Some internal rooms can feel slightly stuffy/musty due to lack of airflow.
睡眠质量™
7.8安静
0-4嘈杂
4-7.5中等
7.5-10安静
- Sirens and buses on Russell Square side (lower floors)
- Internal doors slamming in hallways
- Slow-to-cool AC in summer can make rooms stuffy
预订前须知
须知事项
- The 'Lucky George' dragon on the stairs is a twin to one that was on the Titanic.
- Valet parking is expensive (~£45+); public transit is far easier here.
- Social Hour happens daily (usually 5-6pm) with free wine/beer in the lobby.
行李打包清单
- UK power adapter (older building, outlets can be oddly placed)
- Earplugs if you are sensitive to street noise and want a park view room
- Walking shoes for the museum mile
房间精灵
最佳选择
- Park View Rooms (floors 3+ for light and views of the square)
- Corner Suites (more space, dual aspect windows)
需要避免的房间
- City Single / Urban rooms (often dark, internal courtyard views, very small)
- Lower ground / basement level rooms (can feel dungeon-like)
房间请求精灵 – 复制并粘贴
“I would appreciate a room on a high floor (3rd or above) facing the park if possible. Please avoid internal courtyard-facing rooms as natural light is a priority for me.”
常见问题和隐藏提示
预订前您真正想了解的一切。
Is there really a hidden fee on the room rate?
Yes, recent guests report a 5% 'discretionary service charge' added to the room bill. You must explicitly ask the front desk to remove it at checkout if you don't want to pay it.
Is the hotel dog-friendly?
Extremely. No pet fee, no size limit, and they provide beds, bowls, and a 'Pet Tuck Box' with treats.
Does the hotel have a pool?
No, there is a gym in the basement but no swimming pool.
How is the breakfast?
It's a buffet at Fitz's Brasserie (~£25). It's decent but pricey; locals prefer the cafes on Lamb's Conduit Street.
How close is the Tube?
Russell Square station (Piccadilly Line) is literally around the corner, a 2-minute walk.
Are the rooms air-conditioned?
Yes, but systems can be slow to react in peak summer heat.
内部人士建议
- ✨
Look for 'Lucky George' the dragon on the main staircase—rubbing his nose is said to bring good luck.
- ✨
Skip the hotel breakfast and walk 3 minutes to Fortitude Bakehouse for their viral cream-filled beignets.
- ✨
If the Palm Court is closed for a wedding, the lobby bar (Burr & Co) is a decent backup for coffee/work.
出发前需要了解的5件事
💡The 'discretionary' 5% service charge on your room rate that nobody mentions at check-in.
💡The fact that the architect, Charles Fitzroy Doll, also designed the dining room on the Titanic (the hotel's restaurant is nearly identical).
💡The 'snob screens' at The Lamb pub nearby—frosted glass partitions that let Victorian elite drink without being seen by the staff.
💡Some 'City' rooms look directly into a brick wall or dark internal shaft.
💡The basement gym is functional but lacks natural light and can feel a bit claustrophobic.
本地指南
地图
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