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The Rubens at the Palace

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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39 Buckingham Palace Road, London, England, SW1W 0PS
  • Place, Victoria Palace Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Buckingham Palace
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Green Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, white pillows, and framed artwork on the wall.

Classic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a tufted headboard, a large mirror, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

A large bed with a quilted headboard, a wooden nightstand, and a mirror.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a vase of flowers, a wall with a patterned wallpaper, and a window with curtains.

Double Room (Royal Themed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table with a vase, and a view of the city through large windows.

Junior Suite

  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double Room (4) Royal Mews View)

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with a vase of flowers, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double Room (4) Royal Mews View)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Suite

A room with a blue sofa, a matching armchair, a mirror, and a small table with a vase.

Executive Suite

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, a glass table with a chair, a potted plant, and a view of buildings outside the window.

Room, 1 King Bed (Royal Mews View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a canopy, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

Suite (96) Master)

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Royal Themed)

A hotel room with a large, ornate bed, a chandelier, and two framed portraits on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed (Royal Themed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite

A modern bathroom with a sink, toilet, and bathtub. There is a mirror, a towel rack, and a shelf with toiletries.

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Superior Twin Room

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

View all photos for Executive Single Room

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with books, a vase with flowers, and framed pictures on the wall.

Executive Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 71 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (2) Cosy)

A luxurious hotel room with a large bed, a glass table, a blue armchair, and a chandelier.

Double Room (2) Cosy)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

City center retreat .Within a 15-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park. Big Ben and Trafalgar Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Victoria Palace Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. James Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Green Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Victoria Station Travel Information Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London Victoria Station - 4 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Duke of York - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Market Halls Victoria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Greenwood - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Flight Club - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Rubens at the Palace

5-star luxury hotel near Buckingham Palace
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 4 bars/lounges. A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury The Rubens at the Palace. Parking is available for a fee.

  • 161 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1911
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
The Rubens at the Palace offers 161 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This London hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 70 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 45 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

  • Pets: GBP 50 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of GBP 500 per stay
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls, pet-sitting services, litter boxes, and pet grooming services are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 100 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 45 per person
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 70 per night
  • Pet deposit: GBP 500 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number CMP62944

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Rubens Palace
Rubens Palace Hotel
Rubens Palace Hotel London
Rubens Palace London
Rubens At The Palace London
The Rubens At The Palace Hotel London
The Rubens At The Palace London, England
The Rubens At The Palace Hotel
The Rubens At The Palace London
The Rubens At The Palace Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Rubens at the Palace to the airport?

The Rubens at the Palace is 11 mi (52-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 Rubens at the Palace?

As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rubens at the Palace on Aug 30, 2026 start from $291, 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 Rubens at the Palace have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Rubens at the Palace.

Does The Rubens at the Palace offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Rubens at the Palace, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 45 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Rubens at the Palace?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Rubens at the Palace?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Rubens at the Palace?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for GBP 70 per night.

Does The Rubens at the Palace have a pool?

The Rubens at the Palace does not have a pool.

Does The Rubens at the Palace have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like British cuisine, brunch, and light fare.

Does The Rubens at the Palace have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Rubens at the Palace to downtown London?

The Rubens at the Palace is 0.9 mi away from London.

The Rubens at the Palace Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 742 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and doorman. Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Amenities
Excellent stay .. lovely breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Great location and friendly staff. Beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a perfect location near Buckingham Palace. Outstanding service from attentive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location . Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are fantastic!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Would return
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel, stayed here about 3 times now, it’s central but just of the hustle and bustle of London
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dublas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great and the room for super clean and much larger than i anticipated
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, dining and service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing, the food, service, room and overall atmosphere. I would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff it was a real joy to stay there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was BEAUTIFUL! The staff treats you with the utmost courtesy and thinks of things before you even know to ask. The finishes are grand and make you feel very special. 10/10 would stay here every time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous attentive staff and a lovely hotel. Loved my cozy double room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Azza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property and even better staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful, it was located close to so many tourist areas plus buses and the tube. The staff at the hotel were so friendly and clearly service was top of mind for everyone. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were excellent, but for the price it has limited amenities and the classic rooms are quite small.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olusegun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location and well maintained. Bell man was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, the friendliest staff ever, comfortable bar. Great location, would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proper old school traditional hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerry

Very friendly staff and convenient locationwith Victoria station close by
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel with perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic Hotel, lovely staff, Great Food & wine.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lovely reception team and bar staff also the breakfast and service was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025