The Royal Horseguards
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Hotel Overview
Worth the cost & great location
We stayed 5 nights here then switched to a smaller boutique hotel for the last 3 days of our...
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Widow traveler
- Apr 7, 2013
Royal Horseguards -- London
We were very pleased with the Royal Horseguards, and will stay there again on our next trip to London.
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Toddy's Dad
- Feb 27, 2013
Charm, elegance and comfort on the banks of the River Thames
The unique blend of 21st century and Victorian decor makes The Royal Horseguards an attraction in itself. Conveniently located near to some of London's most popular attractions, this charming 5-star hotel is the perfect choice for guests travelling for business or leisure. Features of the hotel include a fitness center and an executive lounge. Guests are provided with an elegant dining experience in the hotel's restaurant, which offers a variety of dishes. The hotel also offers a selection of cocktails, which are served in the Equus Bar.
The Royal Horseguards Rooms
- Standard Twin
- Our Standard Twin rooms offer the utmost in comfort and style with some extra touches that are uniquely Guoman, including state-of-the-art technology, iPod docking stations with Bose surround sound, 32" plasma, flat screen TV's in both the bedroom and bathroom, complimentary WiFi, room safe large enough to accommodate a laptop, Egyptian cotton bed linen, complimentary bathrobes and slippers, Elemis bath products and Tea/coffee facilities with an exquisite and varied choice, an array of magazines to suit all tastes, still & sparkling waters and mini bars with the ideal selection. The rooms measure up to 28 sq metres. Complimentary Wi-Fi for all guests.
- Standard Double
- Elegantly decorated in a genuinely British style, measuring up to 300 sq feet. Our Standard Double rooms propose specially designed, extremely comfortable, Queen size beds, a fully equipped Business desk, plus state-of-the-art in-room technology from dual voltage sockets to suite a global clientele, complimentary Wi-Fi, excellent entertainment facilities from an iPod docking station, Bose surround system and flat screen TV's in both room and bathrooms. Attention to detail is throughout, from wall safes, in built power sockets, to beautiful Elemis beauty products, a complete bathroom vanity case through to home comforts such as Tea/coffee facilities with an exquisite and varied choice, array of magazines to suit all tastes, still & sparkling waters and mini bars with the ideal selection. Complimentary Wi-Fi for all guests.
- Deluxe Double
- Proposing a variety of views over London, the Deluxe Doubles, measuring up to 28sqm/300sq ft offer everything from the tailor made business desks, with all the latest in-room facilities, large wall fixed plasma screens, 3 different voltage sockets to suit the global luxury traveller, IPod docking stations and Bose surround sound system and are all fully Wi-Fi equipped. The En-suite bathroom matches the bedroom perfectly from heated towel rails, heated flooring, vanity boxes and luxurious Elemis beauty products, through to the separate plasma TVs in all bathrooms. Practical home comforts are never far away, from room safes with in built power sockets, casual seating, wide choice of lifestyle magazines, sparkling and still water, one's own Tea/Filter Coffee luxury selection, even iced filled buckets at turndown. Complimentary Wi-Fi for all guests.
- Executive Double
- Executive bedrooms, many of which are King bedded, measuring up to 34sqm/370 sq ft. Large en-suite bathrooms, many with separate shower stalls, under floor heating, heated towel rails, TVs in bath area or shower stall, vanity boxes and luxurious Elemis Beauty products are ideal for couples, small families and long stay guests. The rooms offer everything from the tailor made business desks, with all the latest in-room facilities, large wall fixed plasma screens, 3 different voltage sockets to suit the global luxury traveller, IPod docking stations+ Bose surround sound system, superbly stocked mini bars, large wall safes with built in power sockets, as well as all being fully Wi-Fi equipped. Complimentary Wi-Fi for all guests.
- Executive King River View
- Stunning views over the key sites of London. The King bedded bedrooms, with their Egyptian cotton duvets and colourful bed spreads, measure up to 37sqm/400 sq ft. The additional space, including a separate casual seating area, enhances the overall stay experience, whether for work or for relaxation. Large en-suite bathrooms, many with to wash basins, separate shower stall, under floor heating, heated towel rails, TVs in bath area or shower stall, vanity boxes and luxurious Elemis Beauty products are perfect. Complimentary Wi-Fi for all guests.
- Suite
- The Suites at The Royal Horseguards have been individually designed, to provide a unique and luxurious hotel experience. The bathrooms have separate baths and showers, and are lavishly stocked with luxury toiletries. And with our customary attention to detail. Complimentary Wi-Fi for all guests.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Concierge
- Elevators
- Activities
- Fitness center or spa
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- 24 hour room service
- Services
- Business center
- Laundry service
- Safe deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Conference facilities
- Currency exchange
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- Parking
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Whitehall, Westminster and Embankment
- Nearby airports
- Heathrow Gatwick City Airport Stanstead
- Area description
- Located on the banks of the River Thames, The Royal Horseguards is adjacent to Embankment Underground Station and a short stroll from Charing Cross and Waterloo Main Line Stations. Centrally located for many of the tourist attractions including the London Eye, Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square and Theatre Land.
Nearby points of interest
- Charing Cross station: 0.2 mi
- Admiralty Arch: 0.2 mi
- Trafalgar Square: 0.2 mi
- National Gallery: 0.2 mi
- National Portrait Gallery: 0.3 mi
- Adelphi Theatre: 0.3 mi
- London Eye: 0.3 mi
- Royal Festival Hall: 0.3 mi
- Cabinet War Rooms and Churchill Museum: 0.3 mi
- London Aquarium: 0.4 mi
- Big Ben: 0.4 mi
- Courtauld Gallery: 0.4 mi
- Hayward Gallery: 0.4 mi
- Leicester Square: 0.4 mi
- Shakespeare's Globe: 0.4 mi
- Charing Cross station: 0.2 mi
- Admiralty Arch: 0.2 mi
- Trafalgar Square: 0.2 mi
- National Gallery: 0.2 mi
- National Portrait Gallery: 0.3 mi
- Adelphi Theatre: 0.3 mi
- London Eye: 0.3 mi
- Royal Festival Hall: 0.3 mi
- Cabinet War Rooms and Churchill Museum: 0.3 mi
- London Aquarium: 0.4 mi
- Big Ben: 0.4 mi
- Courtauld Gallery: 0.4 mi
- Hayward Gallery: 0.4 mi
- Leicester Square: 0.4 mi
- Shakespeare's Globe: 0.4 mi
- Transport Museum: 0.4 mi
- St James's Park: 0.4 mi
- Waterloo station: 0.5 mi
- Houses of Parliament: 0.5 mi
- London Chinatown: 0.5 mi
- Lyceum Theatre: 0.5 mi
- Shaftesbury Avenue: 0.5 mi
- Aldwych Theatre: 0.5 mi
- Florence Nightingale Museum: 0.6 mi
- Piccadilly Theatre: 0.6 mi
- Royal Opera House: 0.6 mi
- Cutty Sark: 0.6 mi
- London Theatre: 0.7 mi
- Westminster: 0.7 mi
- Regent Street: 0.7 mi
- Soho: 0.7 mi
- Piccadilly: 0.7 mi
- Temple church: 0.8 mi
- London Astoria: 0.8 mi
- Queen`s Gallery: 0.8 mi
- Dominion Theatre: 0.8 mi
- Buckingham Palace: 0.9 mi
- British Museum: 0.9 mi
- London Palladium: 0.9 mi
- Imperial War Museum: 1 mi
- Victoria Palace Theatre: 1 mi
- Photographers Gallery: 1 mi
- Oxford Circus: 1 mi
- Fleet Street: 1 mi
- Royal Mews: 1 mi
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- There are few venues in London as prestigious as One Whitehall Place. Our dedicated meetings and events facilities, adjacent to and connecting with The Royal Horseguards, One Whitehall Place offers you truly palatial space, comfort and atmosphere. With its high ceilings, grand marble staircase, glittering chandeliers and spectacular views over the River Thames and the London Eye, it's a magnificent setting for weddings - four of our rooms are licensed for civil ceremonies - and events demanding a sense of opulence and theatre. Luxury London business & meetings facilities Our largest space is the dramatic Gladstone Library. An extravagant Victorian ballroom retaining a wealth of unique original features, which can accommodate up to 250 guests. We also have several large Suites, plus further meeting and event rooms suitable for board and team meetings, training sessions, presentations, interviews and private dining.
Dining
- Equus Bar
- As part of our refurbishment, we've completely transformed our bar and lounge area to create the new Equus Bar. With its eclectic fabrics and decor, it recreates the 'gentlemen's club' atmosphere of the hotel's past, and celebrates our rich history with a range of contemporary cocktails named after famous former guests, including the George Bernard Shaw, Lord Kitchener, Winston Churchill and William Gladstone. The Equus Bar menu also includes an extensive selection of non-alcoholic drinks, including our Equus Cola, home-made to a secret recipe, traditional fresh Lemonade, Ginger Beer, Lychee Lemonade and Green Tea Cooler. The bar also serves bar food and light meals
- One Twenty One Two
- For almost 80 years, The Royal Horseguards had the Metropolitan Police as neighbours. They moved to new headquarters in 1967, but we've never forgotten them - or their famous telephone number, Whitehall 1212, which gives our One Twenty One Two Restaurant its name. Winner of two coveted AA Rosette awards for culinary excellence, One Twenty One Two attracts discriminating diners from around the world. With its inviting piano bar, innovative menus, fine wines and exemplary service, it represents the very best in contemporary dining. For smaller parties, we have the adjoining Terrace Room, which provides delightful views over the Thames.
- The Terrace
- Enjoy a drink or a meal on our outdoor Terrace, with the extravagant exterior of The Royal Horseguards - inspired, it's said, by the chateaux of France - providing a stunning backdrop for your mid-morning snack or your Champagne Afternoon Tea.
- The Lounge
- The Lounge at The Royal Horseguards serves tea and coffee all day, as well as light meals including our famous High Tea in the afternoon. An ideal stopping-off point at any time of day.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (46)
Ratings and reviews for The Royal Horseguards
- All travelers (46) 4.5 / 5
- Business (3) 4.7 / 5
- Couples (28) 4.4 / 5
- Families (6) 4.7 / 5
- Friends (3) 4.7 / 5
- Singles (5) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.5
- Hotel staff:
- 4.3
- Room comfort:
- 4.1
- Location:
- 4.8
- Value:
- 3.9
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
D Mason
Perfect
Got a great deal on this hotel and it was simply wonderful. From the television in the bathroom to the iPod player, there was a modern aspect to this traditional hotel. Would have no hesitation in going back, especially with the great deal we got.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tomthfc
Great location
Not far from the tube station.the room was very clean and the breakfast was all you can eat.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Great breakfast...
Reviewer score
Would recommend
twentysomething
beautiful hotel, great location
booked this at a hugely discounted price fab location, beautiful hotel no faults whatsover
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
breakfast at the hotel is £21 we skipped this and had a lovely breakfast in a frech coffee shop near embankment station for £5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Luxury Hotel
In searching for a hotel, good air conditioning and either 2 twin beds or a king size bed were must-haves. This hotel has king beds and great air conditioning. The bathroom was very luxurious with 2 pedastal sinks, and a tub/shower combo with a "rain" shower. The room also had a panel of electrical outlets at the desk with U.S. type outlets, however when ours didn't work, the hotel provided a converter/adapter so we were able to charge our camera. The only mildly annoying thing about the room was the lighting - it was necessary to leave a card key in the slot by the door in order for the lights to come on. There are buttons on the wall at each night stand to allow for certain lights to come on - it took awhile to realize you have to "double click" on the button for it to take effect. The concierge service was helpful depending upon who was on duty at any given time - we got conflicting info a couple of times. Also, it's good to remember that when paying for tours or car service through the concierge, there is a commission involved. The closest tube stop is Embankment - about a block and a half away. The hotel is on a very quiet street, so if you like to be right in the thick of shopping and pubs, this may be a bit out of the way.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Excellent
This hotel was great. It is central to almost everything. A fifteen minute walk to Buckingham Palace. Right next to the tube station. The staff were excellent, and very helpful with loads of information. A great place to stay in London.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Short walk to all of the attractations except for the London Towers. Still a short tube ride, and a pleasant walk down the river walk.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great loction
Great location, one block from Trafalgar Square, Excellent staff and Hotel, Be prepared for a hard mattress
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Stayed in better
Attention to detail poor!
There were no Bath robes or shower caps in the room as specified. There were stains on the carpet. No teaspons with the tea and coffee making equipment. Had to pay a £ 20.00 supplement for a King size bed in a £ 285.00 a night executive room. Poor Poor show.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Mickey Blue
Nice but may get better value elsewhere
concierge was very helpful, good location, terrible bed and pillows, they nickel and dime you
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Dining tip:
Not Applicable
food in london is iffy to be kind
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Jettoengland
Royal Horseguards Hotel, London
Great Place to stay excellent service and close to everything.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
EDWARD
Very handy for the South Bank
Very handy for the South Bank with London Eye, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Horseguards and Downing Street, trafalagar Sqare. The breakfasts are very tastey.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
