The Royal Horseguards, London

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near National Gallery

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Tower Suite | Living area | 49-inch Smart TV with satellite channels
Property amenity

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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2 Whitehall Court, London, England, SW1A 2EJ
  • Place, Whitehall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Banqueting House
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Playhouse Theatre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(96 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(80 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

River View Room 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

River View Room 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • River view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

The Library Suite

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

Tower Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 721 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Royal Horseguards Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 710 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Waterloo Suite

  • River view
  • 904 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

The Apartment Suite

  • City view
  • 797 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Family Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

City center retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find National Gallery and Churchill War Rooms. London Eye and Houses of Parliament are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Whitehall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Banqueting House - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Horse Guards - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Playhouse Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • River Thames - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Embankment Station - 3 min walk
  • Charing Cross Station - 5 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gordon's Wine Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Clarence - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sherlock Holmes - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Tattershall Castle - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Royal Horseguards, London

4-star Victorian hotel near National Gallery
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 13 meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 3229 square feet (300 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly The Royal Horseguards, London.

This Victorian London hotel is smoke free.

  • 282 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 3229 sq ft of conference space
  • 300 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1884
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Horseguards, London offers 282 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and laptop-compatible safes. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 49-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. 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

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 23.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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.

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 23.50 per person

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Horseguards, London to the airport?

The Royal Horseguards, London is 8.6 mi (40-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 Horseguards, London?

As of Jun 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Horseguards, London on Jun 28, 2026 start from $335, 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 Horseguards, London have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Horseguards, London.

Does The Royal Horseguards, London offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Royal Horseguards, London, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 23.50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Horseguards, London?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Royal Horseguards, London?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Royal Horseguards, London?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Royal Horseguards, London have a pool?

The Royal Horseguards, London does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Horseguards, London have a restaurant?

The Royal Horseguards, London is home to One Twenty One Two, which features Modern European cuisine and light fare.

Does The Royal Horseguards, London have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Horseguards, London to downtown London?

The Royal Horseguards, London is 0.2 mi away from London.

The Royal Horseguards, London Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1700 out of 2409 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 409 out of 2409 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 186 out of 2409 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 2409 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 2409 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Remesh

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay at this hotel location is good close by to landmarks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Medeni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a very nice location, everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great hotel with friendly staff. Beautiful building and nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and facilities
View from the room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Great location and kind staff
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, great front of house team
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Classy hotel. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with lovely single room just big enough for a solo traveller. Amazing breakfast nd service from the staff. Will definitely use this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

TREVOR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very nice, room was well presented, food was very nice
View from our room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely nice and friendly. We really enjoyed our stay at this property. Very helpful with directions and an excellent location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, lots of room, particularly liked the sweet bar. Breakfast was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, amazing breakfast, nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with spectacular views in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing stay, staff, room - perfect 10 stars
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kady

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Truly amazing stay with nearby shops, food, and sightseeing. The staff was remarkable- front desk, concierge, especially Pervez, the doorman!
View from my room
Beautiful entry flowers
Exterior just before all the trees bloom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and location comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, great location, great room and amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really nice room, fit for purpose and staff are super friendly and accommodating !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location, pleasant staff, excellent room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love this place. It was the first london 5 star I stayed in .. been back several times and it always delights.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service the staff, the rooms everything was beyond our expectations
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026