Kimpton Fitzroy London By Ihg, London

Kimpton - Fitzroy London By Ihg - A landmark Victorian hotel with Michelin-starred dining, cocktail bars, and heritage ballroom in Bloomsbury

Housed in a Grade II-listed Victorian building on Russell Square, this 5-star London hotel features 334 rooms designed by Tara Bernerd & Partners. The Kimpton's terracotta facade, marked by four British queen statues, leads to dining venues including a Michelin-starred restaurant by chefs Chris & Jeff Galvin serving ethically-sourced British cuisine. The property offers a Technogym-equipped fitness center, eight meeting spaces with natural daylight, and a heritage-listed ballroom accommodating up to 200 guests. Palm Court provides a champagne bar, outdoor terrace, and indoor winter garden with four floor-to-ceiling trees. Located in Bloomsbury's literary quarter, the Fitzroy stands 0.5 miles from The British Museum and 0.5 miles from Covent Garden, with Russell Square Underground station adjacent for direct access to Heathrow Airport.

Pros

Unique in-room amenities include yoga mats and custom dragon-themed mugs

Hosted evening drinks reception and complimentary social hour

Pet-friendly policy with no size limits or additional charges

Bespoke tarot card readings available through partnership with Treadwell's bookstore

Cons

Located inside London's congestion charge zone

Limited on-site parking requires use of nearby NCP facilities