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Russell Hotel

2.0 star property
Victorian hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
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Terrace/patio
Comfort Suite, Annex Building | Private kitchenette
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.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is €94
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Room options

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Suite, Annex Building

Comfort Suite, Annex Building

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Russell Hotel is in the city centre. Penshurst Place and Gardens and Scotney Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at High Weald and Bewl Water. Don't miss out on a visit to Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest.
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80 London Road, Kent, Royal Tunbridge Wells, England, TN1 1DZ

What's nearby

  • Assembly Hall Theater - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pantiles - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bewl Water - 16 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Scotney Castle - 16 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Hever Castle and Gardens - 23 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Tunbridge Wells Station - 9 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fuggles Beer Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Opera House (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Russell Hotel

Hotel near Pantiles
Located close to Penshurst Place and Gardens, Russell Hotel provides free English breakfast, a terrace and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a TV in reception and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Russell Hotel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Cots/infant beds, electric kettles and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available on weekdays 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1890
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 18.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 18.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is 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

Is Russell Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Russell Hotel?

As of 28 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Russell Hotel on 31 Aug 2025 start from €93.97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Russell Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Russell Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Russell Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Russell Hotel located?

Located in Tunbridge Wells Town Centre, this hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Pantiles, and within 9 mi (15 km) of High Weald and Penshurst Place and Gardens. Scotney Castle and Bewl Water are also within 12 mi (20 km). Tunbridge Wells Station is 9 minutes by foot and Tunbridge Wells West Station is 19 minutes.

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Russell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 399 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 399 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 399 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 399 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 399 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly. Great location. Great breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bob

Breakfast really good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First class staff throughout. Especially helpful with specific difficulties Best breakfast service in a long time and we take plenty of weekend holidays
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

bert martijn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
own parking is positive. Nice characterful building and nice surroundings. facilities a little bit outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great service Clean room comfy bed alright shower nice breakfast just a bit dated but would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good position in the town and very good value for money. Good atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent for work trips.

Really pleased with my stay. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sugathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Attentive service. But needs a refurbishment though.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay. Great staff and service and wonderful breakfast
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unbeknownst to us, we were upgraded to a very specious, well kept room that we felt very comfortable in. The breakfast included was also a surprise and very good. We appreciated the sincerity of those who were so helpful to us during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for everywhere I was going to. Informative and good service. Comfortable and quiet room. Interesting shower gel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really nice hotel and staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and functional. Generally the whole building needs updating looks a bit tired.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really enjoyable stay

V friendly and welcoming. Good value for money. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good parking , staff friendly and polite, food average.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good VFM accommodation in the area with a great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Leigh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Russell Hotel

Excellent situation only 2 minutes walk from the town centre with free onsite parking. The staff are friendly with excellent service during breakfast time. The rooms are comfortable, if a little dated and the whole place would benefit from being freshly decorated. This is only a minor issue and I would happily stay there again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. Clean room, with all the facilities you might expect. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cheap, rooms were very dated I was expecting to see Rigsby in the hotel. Other clientele in the hotel were something to be desired but not hotels fault.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, informative staff. Excellent breakfast experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable, Affordable and in an excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023