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Leicester House Hotel, London

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  • 1 Leicester Street, WC2H 7BL London, United Kingdom - View on map
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Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Hotel
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A historic hotel set in an iconic location
Standing at the crossroads of vibrant Soho and Leicester Square, Leicester House Hotel occupies a beautifully restored three-decade-old building with artisan interiors, inviting London enthusiasts to stay.
This property offers 11 double rooms, 3 twin rooms, and 3 heritage suites — including the Karl Marx Suite, Johann Strauss Suite, and Emille Suite — all thoughtfully designed to meet your requirements.
Right in the city's center, the hotel is a short walk from renowned cultural and entertainment spots such as The National Gallery, Royal Academy of Arts, Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square, Apollo Theatre, and Palace Theatre.
The nearest Tube stations are Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square, both just a 3-minute stroll away.
Traveling from Heathrow or Gatwick Airports is convenient, with underground connections taking less than an hour.
With a 300-year history, Leicester House Hotel has been a witness to many significant events and has accommodated notable figures over time.
In 1850, Karl Marx and his family stayed here for three months, during which he began writing his famous “Das Kapital.”
Johann Strauss I, the father of the Waltz tradition in classical music and composer of the 'Radetzky March,' also lodged in this building during his first visit to England in April 1838.
Facilities

Your stay can be settled with an invoice. You can select a soundproof room option. An option to decline housekeeping is available. 24-hour security is available for guests. Daily housekeeping is available to all guests. The room includes air conditioning. A socket is available by the nightstand. An electric kettle is available in the room. Soap is provided at Leicester House Hotel, the bathroom. The sleeping area has a clothes rack.
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Rooms: 16

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Rooms at Leicester House Hotel

Karl Marx Suite

General
  • Lockers,
  • Air conditioning,
  • Safety deposit box,
  • Fire extinguisher,
  • Heating,
  • Carbon monoxide detector,
  • Ironing facilities,
  • Smoke alarm,
  • Hardwood or parquet floors,
  • Trash cans,
  • Soundproofing,
  • Key card access
Services
  • Wake-up service
Room Amenities
  • Sofa bed,
  • Clothes rack,
  • Socket near the bed,
  • Non-feather pillow
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom,
  • Toothbrush,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Toilet paper,
  • Bath,
  • Bath or shower,
  • Shower,
  • Towels,
  • Slippers,
  • Toilet,
  • Free toiletries,
  • Body soap,
  • Shampoo,
  • Bathrobe
Media & Technology
  • TV,
  • Flat-screen TV,
  • Telephone,
  • Cable channels
Food & Drink
  • Minibar,
  • Bottle of water,
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine,
  • Refrigerator,
  • Electric kettle
Living Area
  • Desk,
  • Sofa,
  • Seating Area
Bedroom
  • Cots,
  • Wardrobe or closet,
  • Linen
Accessibility
  • Accessible by lift

This gorgeous suite is named after the renowned historic figure Karl Marx. Following the European revolutions of 1848, the hotel became a refuge for political exiles from across Europe. In August 1849, Karl Marx, a prominent socialist leader and philosopher from Western Germany, arrived in London with his family. They stayed at Leicester House Hotel, where Marx began writing his influential work, "Das Kapital." They lived there for three months until 1850. This suite features a king-size bed and a bathroom with ceramic floors, separate bathtub and walk-in shower. It has wooden floors, a minibar with free water, a coffee machine, a kettle, tea and coffee. The room has 1 sofa bed, an armchair and a work desk.

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Amenities at Leicester House Hotel

General General

Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Lift, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, WiFi available in all areas

Services Services

24-hour front desk, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out, Daily housekeeping

Internet Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Reception services Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security Safety & security

24-hour security, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Safety features Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available

Physical distancing Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Cleanliness & disinfecting Cleanliness & disinfecting

Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Internet

Free WiFi! The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Parking

Details about parking facilities are not available.

Check-in, check-out, and payment policies

Check-in

From 15:00 hours

Check-out

Until 11:00 hours

Children and extra beds

Children from 4 years old pay 90.00 GBP per night using extra bed. Children from 1 to 3 years old stay free of charge using cot. Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children from 1 years old.

Pets

Pets are not permitted.

Languages spoken
 
Contact methods
☎ telephone
@ E-mail

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Use the GPS coordinates: 51.511116, -0.131273 to reach the destination.
There are different room and bed setups available – please check our website for details.

  • Karl Marx Suite
Yes, heating is available throughout the property.
Yes, 24-hour security is provided.
Yes, exterior areas are monitored by CCTV.
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