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Daily English breakfast for a fee
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4 bars/lounges, Champagne bar, cocktail bar
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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39 Buckingham Palace Road, London, England, SW1W 0PS
  • Place, Buckingham Palace
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Green Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Station Travel Information Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪72 min drive‬
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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior King

Superior King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room (Royal Themed)

Double Room (Royal Themed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Double Room (4) Royal Mews View)

Classic Double Room (4) Royal Mews View)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed (Royal Mews View)

Room, 1 King Bed (Royal Mews View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (96) Master)

Suite (96) Master)

  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Combined shower/bathtub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a chandelier, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Single Room | Property amenity

Executive Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room (2) Cosy)

Double Room (2) Cosy)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Rubens at the Palace

This hotel features 2 restaurants, 4 bars/lounges, and a 24-hour business center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, valet parking, coffee/tea in a common area, and 24-hour room service are onsite.
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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the sightseeing around The Rubens at the Palace. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Buckingham Palace. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 restaurants and 4 bars. Some of the pet-friendly amenities this property offers include food and water bowls, pet-sitting services, and litter boxes.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy British cuisine at The English Grill, one of the property's 2 restaurants and 4 bars/lounges
  • English breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Buckingham Palace and Green Park
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls, pet-sitting services and litter boxes
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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy English breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
The English Grill - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
The Curry Room - This restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.
The Leopard Bar - This Champagne bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
The New York Bar - This cocktail bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
Bbar & Restaurant - This bar serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 70 per night)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

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

Restaurants on site

  • bbar & Restaurant
  • The Curry Room
  • The English Grill
  • The Leopard Bar
  • The New York Bar

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1911
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

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.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number CMP62944
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

The Rubens at the Palace Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 745 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1016 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Amenities
Excellent stay .. lovely breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

10/10 Excellent

Azza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property and even better staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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

10/10 Excellent

Gerry

Very friendly staff and convenient locationwith Victoria station close by
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel with perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxe living in a historic building and setting nicely updated for today’s travelers on the go.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The service and location excellent and so dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic Hotel, lovely staff, Great Food & wine.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the loveliest hotel we have ever stayed in, during our many visits to London. Friendly, kind, helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Superb location, minutes away from Buckingham Palace. Our stay was simply lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent all-around and hotel was very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ulf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very comfortable hotel. Staff were warm and welcoming. Room was tiny.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

paul

Nice comfortable hotel, super convenient for Victoria Station but away from it and near the park as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay and a fantastic location for exploring London. I only stayed one night so I didn’t get to experience the hotel in full, but what I did experience was great, the team are incredible and made the stay extra special. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent breakfast, well styled rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely British style hotel very good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and well maintained throughout, comfortable beds and helpful staff. Slightly off-putting that a £15 per night discretionary service charge is added to the bill and even by London standards the breakfast is very expensive
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless, friendly staff,excellent bed linen, lovely bathroom and toiletries fabulous towels
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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