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The Rubens at the Palace

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Buckingham Palace

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Classic hotel with a symmetrical facade, featuring evenly spaced windows and decorative elements.
Relax in this stylish room with a blue sofa, matching pillows, and a blue patterned armchair.
Relax in style with plush seating and a grand piano, surrounded by elegant furnishings and a well-stocked bar.
Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a stunning chandelier, plush seating, and elegant artwork.
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, city view, and comfortable seating area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
39 Buckingham Palace Road, London, England, SW1W 0PS
  • Buckingham Palace
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Piccadilly Circus
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Big Ben
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite (96) Master) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite (96) Master)

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Double Room (5) Royal Themed) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Royal Double Room (5) Royal Themed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Superior King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room (2) Cosy)

Double Room (2) Cosy) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Double Room (2) Cosy)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Royal Room, 1 King Bed (9) Royal Themed)

Royal Room, 1 King Bed (9) Royal Themed) | Property amenity

Royal Room, 1 King Bed (9) Royal Themed)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Single Room | Property amenity

Executive Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Family Suite

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

View all photos for Royal Room, 1 King Bed (8) Royal Mews View)

Royal Room, 1 King Bed (8) Royal Mews View) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Royal Room, 1 King Bed (8) Royal Mews View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Executive Suite

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Classic Double Room (4) Royal Mews View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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 Buckingham Palace and St. James Park. Hyde Park and Big Ben are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Buckingham Palace - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hyde Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Trafalgar Square - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Piccadilly Circus - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Big Ben - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • London Victoria Station - 4 min walk
  • Victoria Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bag O'Nails - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whittard of Chelsea Buckingham Palace Road - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pronto a Mangia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Greenwood - ‬3 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.

Languages

Afrikaans, Chinese (Mandarin), Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

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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
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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: 21

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

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. 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 Jul 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rubens at the Palace on Aug 11, 2025 start from $335.49, excluding 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. 724 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1007 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jack

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

Great service

Amazing location and absolutely the best staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

R J

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

Recommended Rubens

Great stay as always at Rubens. Staff very nice and lovely room. Only issue ever seems to be around wifi... Breakfast are first class although on the expensive side.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Maxine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalya

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Fabulous Hotel - amazing staff!

Staff are amazing, so friendly and helpful. Hotel is a real deight all round. Bar prices a little excessive....
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

helen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was great, the staff was amazing. The only concern was the hotel wasn’t full yet we were given a room surrounded by construction. For the first three days the only folks we saw on our floor was the one construction guy (very nice and worked quietly) but we could see every room around us was being refurbished except ours which was likely next. Finally saw others on our floor on our last night so it made us feel a little safer. I can’t say enough about the bellmen. They are fantastic and I would definitely stay again, I just would hope they wouldn’t stock us in the middle of the constrained if they weren’t full. Location was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roussi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the people that work there. Extremely friendly, helpful, accommodating. The vicinity to most tourist locations was fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shui

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Doormen, front desk staff, and room service staff are excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr. Rajiv

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

Hotel stay

Excellent stay. Nice food at English grill and curry house. Excellent history knowledge about hotel and surroundings by John.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Special Birthday

Excellent up market theatre week for wifes 50th birthday. 4 nights 4 shows in a top class hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric, La Habra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel and amazing staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

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

A lovely blend of old and new!

A really classic hotel with a lot of history, they do a good job of keeping the deco traditional yet keeping it clean and classy. The staff were all incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, shout out to Raj for a smooth check in and shout out to the New York Bar for great service, very knowledgeable staff, delicious food and pretty unique cocktails! Thanks for starting off a really memorable night for us! The only thing I would mention would be there was a slight bar smell coming from the air conditioning vents in the evening and the plug in the bath would not remain up so would struggle to release the water. A small price to pay for the stay, we would love to visit again! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice reception and friendly staff, room could have done with an update though
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

Lovely stay in great location

Lovely weekend stay for my husband and me. Our room was small but given it is in central London, not surprising. It was well appointed including coffee and tea supplies and nice toiletries. Location is perfect - very close to Buckingham Palace but on a quieter street so the sidewalks weren't crazy busy and we didn't notice any noise. Service was top notch and we felt well cared for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliana

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, beautiful rooms and lobby, excellent location. Everything you could want in a vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michial, Mineral Wells

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Rubens Hotel was a fabulous place to spend our vacation. The entire staff were all ready to help us with anything we needed. In the morning, we would be leaving for the day and the doorman would ask us what was on our itinerary for the day. Upon return, we were asked about our day. Such sweet people! The food was delicious and the wait staff very nice. A highlight was Royal Afternoon tea, which was a delicious event with the prefect view. Thank you to the Rubens and their staff!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025