Located in the heart of Tunbridge Wells Town Centre, Russell Hotel offers a warm welcome with English breakfast and a terrace to unwind. Connect to WiFi, enjoy the bar or laundry facilities and take advantage of luggage storage. Previous guests have praised the delicious breakfast and helpful staff.
80 London Road, Kent, Royal Tunbridge Wells, England, TN1 1DZ
What's nearby
Assembly Hall Theater - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Pantiles - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Dunorlan Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Penshurst Place and Gardens - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
Hever Castle and Gardens - 23 min drive - 20.0 km
Getting around
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 52 min drive
London City Airport (LCY) - 70 min drive
Tunbridge Wells Station - 9 min walk
Tunbridge Wells West Station - 19 min walk
Royal Tunbridge Wells High Brooms Station - 29 min walk
Restaurants
Fuggles Beer Cafe - 4 min walk
Opera House - 4 min walk
Costa Coffee - 3 min walk
Caffè Nero - 3 min walk
The George - 2 min walk
About this property
Russell Hotel
Russell Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
26 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must show a valid photo ID and valid booking confirmation.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free English breakfast on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
Bar/lounge
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1890
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 18.0 per night
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Russell Hotel Royal Tunbridge Wells
Russell Royal Tunbridge Wells
Russell Hotel Hotel
Russell Hotel Royal Tunbridge Wells
Russell Hotel Hotel Royal Tunbridge Wells
Frequently asked questions
Does Russell Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Russell Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Russell Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Russell Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Russell Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Russell Hotel and nearby?
Russell Hotel has a picnic area.
What's the area around Russell Hotel like?
Russell Hotel is in Tunbridge Wells Town Centre, a short 9-minute walk from Tunbridge Wells Station and 7 minutes' walk from Assembly Hall Theater.
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Russell Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2025
Great Value Hotel.....5 stars
Great breakfast.
Very comfortable and clean room.
Staff were very helpful and friendly.
Great value and would highly recommend...5 stars.
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2025
The Russell Hotel
The Russell Hotel is a good place to stay very close to Royal Tunbridge Wells amenities and attractions.
We stayed here because we were going on the Spa Valley Railway Cheese Train on the Saturday afternoon and the hotel was an close enough to walk everywhere.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 15, 2025
Great staff
The hotel/rooms are very dated and tired but……the bed linen, towels and bathroom were clean and fresh.
The staff are amazing, friendly, chatty and went above and beyond to accommodate our stay. Great breakfast too
Leigh
Leigh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
Really enjoyable stay
V friendly and welcoming. Good value for money. Great breakfast.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Fantastic place to stay. Great staff and service and wonderful breakfast
STEPHEN
STEPHEN, 6-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 20, 2024
Good parking , staff friendly and polite, food average.
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2024
Really nice hotel and staff
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2025
Highly recommend
I would highly recommend staying at the Russell Hotel. It is situated just minutes from the town centre. The staff are warm and welcoming and helpful. The room and bathroom were both spotless. The bed was comfortable and made with crisp, cotton sheets. I enjoyed a good nights sleep. Breakfast was beautifully cooked and delicious.
Fiona
Fiona, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 6, 2025
Working in the area
Nice budget hotel, close to my job and also very close (5 min walk) to the town centre.
The room was very spacious although dated in decor and furniture.
Temperature control was good and the en suite facilities were very good.
The staff were pleasant and helpful.
The breakfast was very good, freshly cooked rather than warmed up buffet style which was much better.
I think the only negative was the tiny TV at the far end of the room 📺🤔
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 31, 2024
Nice cosy English hotel.
Third time using this hotel, staff are friendly and eager to help. The property is a typical old English hotel with no elevator but has a cosy feel of which my family enjoyed on all three stays.
Isabelle
Isabelle, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 7, 2024
Good VFM accommodation in the area with a great breakfast.
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 20, 2024
Pleasant stay.
Pleasant stay but room was dated and in need of decoration. Lovely breakfast.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2024
Pleasant stay
Room was clean, comfortable and had basic amenities. Rooms are aged and look tired but this really does not bother me.
Breakfasts and parking were included in the room rate and they both were good.
Friendly staff.
I travel a lot for work and need to stay in a a variety of places usually on a budget. I really liked this hotel. It’s a traditional hotel with all the facilities you can ask for. Staff are friendly and helpful and the rooms were clean & tidy. It was an all round pleasant stay. I’d definitely book again.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 3, 2025
This is a lovely old Victorian building, quote central in Tunbridge Wells, the rooms were small, but clean and warm. The staff were all very nice and friendly, accommodating and helpful. The breakfast was good, nothing fancy but nice nonetheless.
The bed wasn't very comfortable and the TV was tiny.
The whole place seemed somewhat faded and a bit tatty, definitely very dated (the bathrooms and furnishings especially), but it was adequate for a couple of nights.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Lovely staff. Very clean. Convenient location.
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 18, 2024
Great breakfast, helpful staff, acceptable accommodation, good ‘walk in shower’. No issues.
Simon
Simon, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 7, 2024
Similar to other reviews, lovely hotel though defor a little dated. Great location, parking available, really friendly and helpful staff. Would stay here again.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
The hotel is well placed for green and city walks
I would have liked a top sheet because some of the night I was hot
Staff were helpful and friendly
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 3, 2024
Great staff. Great breakfast. Hotel a little dated but was a wonderful experience.
PaTricia
PaTricia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2024
Very helpful staff that really took great care of my wife and our infant baby. Thanks!
JD
JD, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 7, 2024
Was a 1 night stay while visiting relations a short walk away. Was convenient for us. Nice place,
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2024
Nice big rooms, bit dated but clean will return when working in the area again