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The Guardsman Hotel and Residences

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
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Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
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Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

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1 Vandon Street, Westminster, London, England, SW1H 0AH
  • Place, St. James Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Buckingham Palace
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Westminster Abbey
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪44 min drive‬
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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, The Guardsman Hotel and Residences is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. This 59-room, 5-star hotel has a restaurant and 24-hour room service, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • St. James Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Green Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Westminster Abbey - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Big Ben - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • St. James's Park Underground Station - 2 min walk
  • London Victoria Station - 8 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ivy Victoria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Albert - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪St. Ermin's Tea Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caxton Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Royal Quarter Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Guardsman Hotel and Residences

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
The Guardsman Hotel and Residences features free WiFi in public areas, a free grocery shopping service, and a library. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for GBP 126 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a communal living room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 40-cm Smart TVs with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, designer toiletries, children's robes, and bathrobes. Minibars, espresso makers, and laptop-compatible safes are other standard amenities.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 28.50 for adults and GBP 28.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Bar
  • The Dining Room
  • The Drawing Room

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-cm smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 28.50 for adults and GBP 28.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 126 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

The Guardsman
The Guardsman And Residences
The Guardsman Hotel and Residences Hotel
The Guardsman Hotel and Residences London
The Guardsman Hotel and Residences Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Guardsman Hotel and Residences?

The Guardsman Hotel and Residences offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Guardsman Hotel and Residences?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. You'll also find Big Ben and Trafalgar Square less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Guardsman Hotel and Residences?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The Guardsman Hotel and Residences feature a casino?

No, The Guardsman Hotel and Residences doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Guardsman Hotel and Residences?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Guardsman Hotel and Residences good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Guardsman Hotel and Residences have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Guardsman Hotel and Residences feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Guardsman Hotel and Residences serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Drawing Room.

Will The Guardsman Hotel and Residences allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, dogs stay free at The Guardsman Hotel and Residences and the property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Guardsman Hotel and Residences?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Guardsman Hotel and Residences?

The closest major airport to The Guardsman Hotel and Residences is London City Airport (LCY), which is 10.7 mi away (43 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 16.5 mi away (43-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Guardsman Hotel and Residences?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Guardsman Hotel and Residences offer a furnished balcony.

The Guardsman Hotel and Residences Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 454 out of 550 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 550 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 550 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 550 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 550 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Romarico

The Guardsman is a hidden gem among five star hotels. It’s in the middle of Westminster is almost
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guang Wu

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highty recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

OLIMPIO J

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

That’s a no brainer!

Amazed. Everything is brand new on this hotel. Very high end. Staff is super friendly. Neighborhood is very walkable. I will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
I am not used to having to pay a security deposit against meal or bar charges incurred during the stay, but I am told that is the thing these days. On the other hand, it was promptly refunded when we checked out.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Witney

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The service provided at this hotel was disappointing. The staff never picks up the phone and no one is at the front desk at night to provide assistance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amrita

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

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Boutique hotel in a great location. It is close to shops, restaurants and many attractions. The staff was attentive and friendly. My room and the shower were small but it was sufficient for one person. It was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with welcoming staff. I would highly recommend dining or stopping by for a cocktail at The Guardsman Hotel & Residences.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
terrific
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Great Location & Clean Hotel

Great location and clean hotel! The hotel is close to Westminster and Buckingham Palace. The staff is welcoming and easy check-in process. Highly recommend checking out this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

10/10 Excellent

benjamin, modesto

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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