Leicester House Hotel - London

Boutique historic hotel in London's West End, steps from Leicester Square

Historic Legacy

Leicester House Hotel London occupies a three-century-old building that once hosted Karl Marx and his family for three months in 1850, where he began writing Das Kapital. Johann Strauss the Elder, composer of the 'Radetzky March,' also lodged here in April 1838 during his first visit to England. The hotel preserves this heritage with three named suites: the Karl Marx Suite, the Johann Strauss Suite, and the Emille Suite.

Location & Access

The hotel sits at the junction of Soho and Leicester Square, a three-minute walk from both Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square underground stations. Guests can reach Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, and the National Gallery on foot within five to ten minutes. Underground connections from Heathrow and Gatwick Airports take less than an hour, with direct lines to the hotel's doorstep.

Rooms & Suites

Leicester House Hotel offers 11 double rooms, 3 twin rooms, and 3 heritage suites, each with vintage design elements and modern amenities like air conditioning and soundproof windows. The heritage suites are named after notable past guests: the Karl Marx Suite, the Johann Strauss Suite, and the Emille Suite. Rooms are located on upper floors and accessed via lift, with 24-hour reception and daily housekeeping available.

Dining & Bar

The on-site restaurant specializes in French cuisine with a Vietnamese twist, a style rarely found in central London hotels. Guests can order quality breakfast options via room service or visit the unique cocktail bar, which provides a community atmosphere. The bar area offers a curated selection of cocktails, complementing the restaurant's evening menu.

Guest Services

The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, private check-in/check-out, and luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures. Each room includes tea and coffee making facilities, a safety deposit box, and soundproofing against street noise despite the central location. Housekeeping responds to requests for fresh towels or additional amenities, and the property offers free WiFi throughout.

• History: Former residence of Karl Marx (1850) and Johann Strauss (1838)
• Location: Steps from Leicester Square, 3-min walk to Piccadilly Circus tube
• Rooms: 17 rooms including 3 heritage suites (Karl Marx, Johann Strauss, Emille)
• Dining: French-Vietnamese restaurant on site
• Bar: Unique cocktail bar with community atmosphere
• Access: Under 1 hour from Heathrow/Gatwick via tube