# Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes, London — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Strike up some family fun at this basement bowling venue beneath the Tavistock Hotel, complete with lanes, an onsite restaurant and snack options for hungry players. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/london/attractions/bloomsbury-bowling-lanes (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Bowling Alley # Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes Bedford Way, Basement of Tavistock Hotel [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3194698920067040923&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Bloomsbury Lanes](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/108336017991747569962) **In short:** Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes is a bowling alley in London, rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2,046 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes Strike up some family fun at this basement bowling venue beneath the Tavistock Hotel, complete with lanes, an onsite restaurant and snack options for hungry players. ## What's nearby - Tavistock Hotel next door - University of London 200m away - Russell Square 300m away - University College London 400m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM **Thursday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM **Friday** 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM **Saturday** 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM **Sunday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Rosi Petkova](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106243106707233771416/reviews) ★★★★★ It's is a decent spot for bowling, karaoke, arcade games, or just grabbing a drink. They also have an American-style diner menu, but we didn’t try the food—just had a couple of drinks before bowling. Unfortunately, the drinks are seriously overpriced. The bowling is priced either per hour (good for groups) or per game (better for smaller groups like ours). The overall vibe of the place could be improved, but we still managed to have fun. It’s an okay venue, but with some tweaks to the atmosphere and more reasonable drink prices, it could be a lot better. · via Google [Mary B](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109941124185698985884/reviews) ★★★★★ We had a blast with the private karaoke room and interactive darts. Only feedback is the ventilation in the karaoke rooms is so poor and the one fan is not enough. We were HOT and sticky and not in a good way 😅 song selections were excellent though, plenty of options. · via Google [Godfrey K](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106828846787670604763/reviews) ★★★★★ We went here on a Saturday night. It wasn’t too busy but the price of drinks are extortionate. Way overpriced. It was a hip pop and R&B night and the DJ delivered. We bowled from midnight and it was great. Overall great experience. Would recommend this place for a calm Saturday and not too overcrowded. · via Google [Fussy Vegetarian](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116239869598162832257/reviews) ★★★★★ Great team night out. Relieved we could wear our own trainers. Freshly made pizza but no allergen information on the menu. Vegan cheese is an option. American style booths and diner. Music was outdated and the place looks a bit tired. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x48761b303bcc79cf:0x2c55d9bdd6eb869b!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this bowling alley offers fun bowling, karaoke, and other games like darts, along with delicious, extra-large pizzas. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, the lively atmosphere, and the reasonable prices. Some reviews mention the service can be unprofessional. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Tavistock Hotel, Bedford Way, London, WC1H 9EU [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.5239804%2C-0.1283022) **Category** Bowling Alleys **Guest rating** 4.0 / 5 (2,046 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 4+ **Setting** Indoor **Destination** London [More attractions in London](https://staycation.co.uk/london/attractions) ★ 4.0 (2,046 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.bloomsburybowling.com/home/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0207 183 1979](tel:02071831979) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** London **Postcode** WC1H 9EU **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C3XGVFC+HM [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x48761b303bcc79cf:0x2c55d9bdd6eb869b!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48761b303bcc79cf:0x2c55d9bdd6eb869b!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48761b303bcc79cf:0x2c55d9bdd6eb869b!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near London Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DLondon%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/london/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/london/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes? Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes is open Mon–Tue 12pm–11pm; Wed–Thu 12pm–12am; Fri–Sat 12pm–3am; Sun 12pm–11pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes any good? Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes is rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2,046 Google reviews. ### Is Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes indoors or outdoors? Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes is indoors, so it works on a rainy day. ### What ages is Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes suitable for? Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes is best for ages 4+. ### How do I contact Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes? Call Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes on +44 20 7183 1979. ## More near Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Tavistock Hotel ★ 4.0 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/london/hotels/tavistock-hotel) - [City Sleeper at Royal National Hotel ★ 4.1 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/london/hotels/city-sleeper-at-royal-national-hotel) - [Sandra & Andrews B&B ★ 3.9 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/hotels/sandra-andrews-b-b) - [Morton Hotel ★ 4.5 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/hotels/morton-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [22A Warrender Road 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/islington/cottages/22a-warrender-road-syk1201776) - [Gascony Getaway 3.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/camden/cottages/gascony-getaway-ukc6961) - [On The Thames ★ 4.3 · 4.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southwark/cottages/on-the-thames-uk50802) - [Peckhamsbest Suite 4.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southwark/cottages/peckhamsbest-suite-syk1198294) ### Campsites nearby - [Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park, Edmonton ★ 3.9 · 8.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/camping/lee-valley-camping-and-caravan-park-edmonton) - [Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone ★ 4.2 · 10.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/camping/lee-valley-campsite-sewardstone) - [Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Site ★ 4.7 · 11.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/camping/abbey-wood-caravan-and-motorhome-club-site) - [Crystal Palace Caravan and Motorhome Club Site ★ 4.7 · 11.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/camping/crystal-palace-caravan-and-motorhome-club-site) ### Things to do nearby - [Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology ★ 4.7 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bloomsbury/attractions/petrie-museum-of-egyptian-archaeology) - [Grant Museum of Zoology ★ 4.8 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/attractions/grant-museum-of-zoology) - [Wellcome Collection ★ 4.5 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/attractions/wellcome-collection) - [The Foundling Museum ★ 4.5 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bloomsbury/attractions/the-foundling-museum)