Bloomsbury is a relatively quiet residential area just north of Oxford Street and east of Hyde Park and Regents Park.
The neighborhood of Georgian town homes has many shops, cafes and restaurants lining the street front. Russell Square at the center of Bloomsbury is the main focal point.
The main attraction in Bloomsbury is the British Museum, which is world renowned for its antique collection. Other notable points of interest in Bloomsbury include the University of London, the British Library and Dickens' House.
Hotels in Bloomsbury are located within a reasonable walking distance of Oxford Street shopping, Covent Garden, China town and the Soho. Underground stations in the area include Russell Square, Goodge Street and Tottenham Court Road.