The Bloomsbury Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in London, United Kingdom, hosting 140 at dinner and 180 at the ceremony. Best months: June, July, August, September.

The Bloomsbury Hotel

LondonEngland, United Kingdom

Set in a historic building in central London, The Bloomsbury Hotel hosts weddings for 70 to 250 guests, with seated ceremonies for up to 180 and seated dining for 140.

Guests
140 at dinner180 at the ceremony
Rooms
153 rooms, sleep 306
Cost
From £195a head
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Season
Best weather Jun–SepAisle estimate
Getting there
LGW

About the venue

Set in a historic building in central London, The Bloomsbury Hotel hosts weddings for 70 to 250 guests, with seated ceremonies for up to 180 and seated dining for 140.

There is a chapel on site and licensing for legal ceremonies, plus indoor reception space, a dance floor, an on-site bar and in-house catering handled by an on-site coordinator.

With 153 rooms sleeping up to 306 people, wedding parties and travelling guests can stay on site, from Small Double Rooms through to Studio Suites with two double beds for four.

Private dining and special occasion packages start from £195 per head, including catering and drinks.

  • Licensed for legal ceremonies with a chapel on site, seating up to 180
  • Capacity from 70 guests up to 250 standing, or 140 seated for dinner
  • 153 bedrooms sleeping up to 306 guests, including suites for four
  • From £195 per head, including catering and drinks (service charge excluded)

Short answers

How much does a wedding at The Bloomsbury Hotel cost?
The venue quotes from £195 a head.
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How many guests does The Bloomsbury Hotel hold?
The Bloomsbury Hotel holds 140 at dinner and 180 at the ceremony.
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Can guests stay at The Bloomsbury Hotel?
Yes. 153 rooms, sleeping 306.
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When is the best time for a wedding at The Bloomsbury Hotel?
Best weather: June – September.
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How do guests get to The Bloomsbury Hotel?
Fly into LGW.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
140 guests
Standing reception
250 guests
Ceremony, seated
180 guests
Smallest party taken
70 guests

Staying over

Rooms
153 rooms
Sleeps
306 guests
Room types
14 listed

House rules

Pets
Yes

Best weather to marry

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  1. January: out of season
  2. February: out of season
  3. March: out of season
  4. April: good
  5. May: good
  6. June: best
  7. July: best
  8. August: best
  9. September: best
  10. October: good
  11. November: out of season
  12. December: out of season
Best weatherGoodFairWeather does not tell you whether a date is free.
Nearest airport
LGW
Parking
No
Step-free access
Yes

Questions about the venue

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How many guests can The Bloomsbury Hotel hold?
The venue takes a minimum of 70 guests, with up to 250 standing, 180 seated for a ceremony and 140 seated for dining.
Can we hold a legally recognised ceremony at the hotel?
Yes. The hotel is licensed for legal ceremonies on site and has a chapel.
What does the pricing include?
Pricing starts at £195 per head and includes catering and drinks. Service is not included.
Can our guests stay at the hotel?
Yes, there are 153 rooms sleeping up to 306 guests, ranging from Small Double and Twin Rooms to Deluxe, Classic and King Studio rooms, Studio Suites and Suites for up to four.
Is there parking, and are pets welcome?
There is no parking at the venue. Pets are allowed, and the hotel is accessible.

Weddings held here

2019 · the library
Steve and Ellie Kibble

Steve and Ellie Kibble who hosted the Mr&Mrs Kibble Lunch on the 30 th October 2019

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Sources and booking notes

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  • Seated dinner: 140 guests

    “From cocktail hour to a grand seated dinner, George V Hall accommodates every vision with ease - welcoming up to 140 guests seated, or 200 standing.”
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  • Standing reception: 250 guests

    “Located in central London, The Bloomsbury’s private event spaces host up to 250 people.”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 180 guests

    “Queen Mary Hall, on the second floor, takes up to 180 guests seated in rows.”
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  • Smallest party taken: 70 guests

    “Please note minimum numbers of 70 guests apply.”
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  • Rooms: 153 rooms

    “With 153 bedrooms in total, accommodating up to 306 guests, the hotel is a practical choice for organisers looking to combine event space hire with accommodation for wedding guests, delegates or a residential corporate retreat.”
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  • Sleeps: 306 guests

    “With 153 bedrooms in total, accommodating up to 306 guests, the hotel is a practical choice for organisers looking to combine event space hire with accommodation for wedding guests, delegates or a residential corporate retreat.”
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  • Room types: 14 listed

    “Deluxe Double Room”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “Fully licensed to hold civil wedding ceremonies on-site.”
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  • Chapel on site: Yes

    “The Bloomsbury’s impressive selection of meeting rooms in central London includes the George V Hall, a historic ballroom inspired by the intrepid adventures of King George V offering a stylish, eccentric space; Queen Mary Hall – a stately ballroom with lofty ceilings and Waterford Crystal chandeliers; the iconic Chapel; and the intimate, book-lined Seamus Heaney Library, named after the late Nobel Laureate.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “When it comes to food and drink, anything from energy-boosting break-out snacks to elaborate full-scale banquets can be provided by our in-house team, fresh from The Bloomsbury’s kitchens.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Accommodating up to 100 seated guests, Queen Mary Hall also features a separate bar area and generous natural light throughout.”
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  • Price: From £195 per head

    “*Packages start from £195 per person and include:”
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  • Included: Catering and drinks

    “• Three-course wedding breakfast with still and sparkling water, tea, coffee and petit fours”
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  • Not included: Service

    “A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your final bill.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Guide dogs and small, well behaved dogs are permitted at our pet-friendly hotels.”
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  • Nearest airport: LGW

    “LGW”
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  • Parking: No

    “While The Bloomsbury does not provide on-site car parking or valet services, guests can use the nearby Bloomsbury Square Car Park, located just a short walk from the hotel.”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “Yes, we have 6 classic rooms which are wheelchair accessible.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “From cocktail hour to a grand seated dinner, George V Hall accommodates every vision with ease - welcoming up to 140 guests seated, or 200 standing.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “From the first conversation to the final dance, our dedicated events team will be by your side, working with you to craft a day that is entirely, unmistakably yours.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “Our luxury hotel is housed in a historic, beautifully restored Lutyens’ Grade II‑listed neo‑Georgian building, located within London’s literary heartland and only moments from Covent Garden, Soho, Theatreland and Oxford Street.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Our dedicated and experienced events team will partner with you to craft a personalized and tailor-made event that truly reflects your unique style and vision.”
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