In the heart of Covent Garden, Middle Eight offers a luxurious retreat with eco-friendly credentials. Enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast, work out in the gym, or indulge in cocktails at the bar. With helpful staff and a great location near Leicester Square and The British Museum.
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Bar
Airport transfer
Pet friendly
Gym
Non-smoking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Fitness center
Business center
Airport shuttle
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Feel at home (6)
Television
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Espresso maker
Elevator
Minibar
Why we love this property
Luxury city center spot
This luxury hotel in the heart of the city center offers a chic urban retreat with sophisticated amenities and stylish surroundings.
Culinary delights
This hotel tempts taste buds with a restaurant serving delicious dishes and a bar for evening drinks. The made-to-order breakfast starts each day with flavor.
Luxury sleep paradise
Premium bedding transforms each guestroom into a slumber sanctuary. The minibars add convenience to this luxury hotel's indulgent experience.
66 Great Queen St, Covent Garden, London, England, WC2B 5BX
What's nearby
The British Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Leicester Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Trafalgar Square - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
Piccadilly Circus - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
London Eye - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
London City Airport (LCY) - 37 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 50 min drive
Luton Airport (LTN) - 65 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 66 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 75 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 89 min drive
Tottenham Court Road Station - 11 min walk
Charing Cross Station - 15 min walk
City Thameslink Station - 16 min walk
Holborn Underground Station - 3 min walk
Covent Garden Underground Station - 5 min walk
Farringdon Underground Station - 8 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Shakespeare's Head - 1 min walk
Blank Street Coffee - 2 min walk
The Ship Tavern - 2 min walk
Wagamama Holborn - 1 min walk
All Bar One - 1 min walk
About this property
Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts
When you stay at Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of The British Museum and Russell Square. After visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. This luxurious hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of Covent Garden Market and The Strand. Fellow travelers like that it's just a short walk to public transportation: Holborn Underground Station is 3 minutes away and Covent Garden Underground Station is 5 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
180 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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
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Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
35-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Espresso maker
Slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 33.50 for adults and GBP 33.50 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of GBP 90 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 70.0 per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Does Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts 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 Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is GBP 90 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts like?
Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts is in London City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Holborn Underground Station and 9 minutes' walk from The British Museum. The local area is considered walkable as well as being good for public transport.
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The on-site restaurant was excellent and there were many good alternatives for meals nearby. (10 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2025
Always love this hotel - great bar, restuarant, rooms and staff - honestly very hard to imagine anything they could do better!
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2025
Lovely hotel, and very polite and helpful staff.
K
K, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
Lovely modern hotel with great staff
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2025
Wonderful service fantastic rooms in a great location
Gail
Gail, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2025
Very nice stay in good location
Neil
Neil, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 30, 2025
Lovely hotel, fab staff in both the hotel and restaurant, great room, excellent location, brilliantly chilled vibe, shower was brilliant, bed really comfortable.
Breakfast was incredibly expensive, but barely edible.
Niall
Niall, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2025
Comfort for great price
We have stayed here before it’s always clean, very comfortable, and it has the best coffee bar in the room. Bed are comfortable and the room is spacious with a couch in it.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Loved Middle Eight
We had an amazing time at Middle Eight. Very conveniently located, comfortable and in the heart of London. Staff were also very helpful
Amy
Amy, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Memorable trip
Excellent customer service would highly recommend for a stay in central London.
OMITA
OMITA, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2025
V comfortable rooms. Great location
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Great location, beautiful hotel, excellent service
Shannon
Shannon, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
An excellent 4 star hotel
Normand
Normand, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
Great location. Excellent staff at reception
Breakfast was very good with very accommodating and friendly staff
Great room accommodations
Marsha
Marsha, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Excellent hotel, the amenities and the breakfast was amazing
Sal
Sal, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2025
Weekend in London
Had a great stay at Middle Eight. Stay really friendly and helpful. Complimentary drink on arrival. Rooms really nice and very comfortable bed
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2025
A wonderful welcome
Stephanie at reception was so welcoming. A real asset to the team.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 13, 2025
Wonderful staff - but aside from that, disappointing for the price. Small room, poorly functioning AC, expensive and bad breakfast. I would go elsewhere for business travel.
Oscar
Oscar, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 5, 2025
Great Location and Customer Service as always
Stay was perfect, location is excellent, great bars and restaurants within walking distance. Rooms are good, no desk space if you are there on business but they do have ample bar / mezze space to work from. Staff customer focused and friendly from arriving to departing.
Sharon
Sharon, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 17, 2025
Fine
The location was perfect for where I needed to be. The bed was comfortable, and the shower was good. The rooms have quite low ceilings, and the lighting scheme is very dark, so it feels even more dark all the time. I just wouldn't call this a 5-star hotel along the lines of others in that category, so if you don't set your expectations like that, you will be happy.
Max
Max, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
super good location, very friendly and helpful staff.
Shu
Shu, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 3, 2025
Nice hotel, decent sleep, friendly and attentive staff, good location would stay here again
Alistair
Alistair, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2025
Clean well-located property with excellent service.
Randy
Randy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Great hotel in heart of London
This beautiful boutique hotel is nestled in the heart of Covent Garden. I will definitely stay there again. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.
Seyed
Seyed, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Great property with very helpful employees.
Dariusz
Dariusz, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
Nice hotel great location decent room pleasant staff would stay again.