Bertrand's Townhouse Goes For Character Over Amenities

"Set beyond a fairly unassuming entrance - save for a red carpet lining the stone steps - Bertrand's Townhouse is a newly opened hotel (just this month, in fact) in London' s Bloomsbury neighborhood. Tucked down a street just off from the pretty Bloomsbury Square, the hotel is named for Bertrand Russell, the renowned British philosopher and writer. He was part of the Bloomsbury Set (sort of - he was considered to be more on the periphery), a network of British writers, artists, and intellectuals."

"Russell, or Bertie as he was known to his nearest and dearest, is considered the founder of analytic philosophy - he was first introduced to Euclidean geometry at the ripe old age of 11 and made an enduring impact on logic, mathematics, and philosophy. He lived in the area from 1911-1916 and was closely connected with the Bloomsbury Set during this time."

"Blending in with its neighbors, the hotel is housed in three restored Georgian townhouses and the decor is decidedly British. There are heritage details throughout, like original cornicing and select artworks (lots of typical country British style - think dogs and hunting scenes), decorative fireplaces, and bespoke marble features. This is a small hotel which leans into history and character over amenities - so there's no gym, no spa, and just the one place to eat and drink."

Bertrand's Townhouse sits in Bloomsbury, London, named for Bertrand Russell, who lived nearby from 1911–1916 and had ties to the Bloomsbury Set. The hotel occupies three restored Georgian townhouses and preserves heritage details such as original cornicing, decorative fireplaces, select country British artworks, and bespoke marble features. The property contains 43 rooms described as 'quarters' and emphasizes history, character, and eccentric charm over extensive amenities. There is no gym or spa and only a single dining and drinking venue. The entrance features a red carpet on stone steps and the area includes a Blue Plaque at 34 Russell Chambers.

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