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The Royal Foundation of St Katharine

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Tower of London

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A modern building with a brick facade, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.
A luxurious room with ornate furniture, a large mirror, and a maritime-themed mural.
A formal dining room with a large table, chairs, a chandelier, and a fireplace.
A courtyard with a large tree, outdoor seating, and a building with brick walls and windows.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a herringbone wooden floor.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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2 Butcher Row, London, England, E14 8DS
  • Place, Troxy
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, River Thames
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Regent's Canal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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A small, clean room with a single bed, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Single room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A twin room with two beds, each with a headboard, white bedding, and a green pillow. There are bedside tables with lamps and a wooden sideboard.

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a table, and a view of the outside.

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a dining table, and a sofa.

Apartment 2 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 100 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Superior King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens and green pillows, a dark headboard, and a black throw blanket. There are two windows with wooden frames and a view of greenery outside.

King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

Tower Hamlets stay.Your stay at this Tower Hamlets hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Tower of London and Tower Bridge. London Bridge and St. Paul's Cathedral are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Troxy - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • River Thames - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Regent's Canal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mile End Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Thames Path - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Limehouse Station - 3 min walk
  • Limehouse DLR Station - 3 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stepney City Farm - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kirvem - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Grapes - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪ShanShuiJian 山水間 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Clement Attlee (by the Craft Beer co) - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Royal Foundation of St Katharine

3-star hotel near Tower of London
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star London hotel.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Foundation of St Katharine offers 36 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 20 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 20 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Katharine Royal
Royal Foundation St Katharine
Royal Foundation St Katharine Hotel London
Royal Foundation St Katharine London
St Katharine Foundation
The Royal Foundation Of St Katharine London, England
Royal Foundation St Katharine Hotel
The Royal Foundation Of St Katharine London
The Royal Foundation of St Katharine Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Foundation of St Katharine to the airport?

The Royal Foundation of St Katharine is 4.8 mi (11-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine?

As of Sep 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine on Sep 27, 2026 start from $129, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Royal Foundation of St Katharine have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine.

Does The Royal Foundation of St Katharine offer free breakfast?

The Royal Foundation of St Katharine offers free continental breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 20 per day.

Does The Royal Foundation of St Katharine have a pool?

The Royal Foundation of St Katharine does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Foundation of St Katharine have a restaurant?

The Royal Foundation of St Katharine is home to Yurt Cafe, which features British cuisine, garden views, and light fare.

Does The Royal Foundation of St Katharine have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Foundation of St Katharine to downtown London?

The Royal Foundation of St Katharine is 3.7 mi away from London.

The Royal Foundation of St Katharine Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 460 out of 747 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 747 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 747 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 747 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 747 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room in front of the fountain, peaceful night sleep, staff were lovely, breakfast was good, would love to keep it a secret as it is such a relaxing place to stay, would definitely recommend and will be visiting again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed. Lovely place and happy to repeat. Location is amazing. X
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly, had a calmness around the venue and very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yurt cafe nearby is fantastic and the facilities were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yurt cafe is very nice too
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

What a great place to stay so comfortable so quiet very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Genee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, spotless room,quiet , comfortable beds, great breakfast with plenty of variety. Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful breakfast along with a lovely central courtyard to relax safe in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay at St Katherine’s was perfect in every way, the staff were wonderful and my room (Iona) was a treat to stay in, situated close to a beautiful chapel. Great value for money, will definitely book again when in London
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went out of their way to make a carry nice stay for me with my adult son Excellent and peaceful environment close to train and food!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Conal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The RFSK is very convenient for central London and just a couple of minutes walk from Limehouse DLR. It is a peaceful, comfortable to stay. The rooms are clean, warm and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff in calm setting.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Amenities
Helpful welcoming staff and a beautiful building and grounds, excellent breakfast and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
RFSK really is an oasis of calm after the busyness of London. Comfortable rooms and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant place. Lovely staff. Relaxed environment. Comfortable room. Excellent breakfast. A hotel I could happily live in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Good location, fabulous breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If only the rates were favourable every week then I would stay here by default it’s an oasis of calm in the busy city lovely staff, room clean and has everything you need, breakfast if very nice as well
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very tranquil atmosphere and friendly staff. Breakfast buffet had good quality food and options. Rooms were compact but clean and we had a nice view of the garden.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I loved staying here, easy to get to. Staff all wonderful and helpful. Rooms lovely and clean. Nice quiet environment for really chilling and relaxing . Breakfast was good too!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved the fact there were so many rooms amd areas in which you could be alone and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent breakfast, friendly service, nice area
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Breakfast, clean rooms and a nice and quiet getaway from londons usually busy atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have always found this a special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025