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The Rookery Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, near St. Paul's Cathedral

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Library
Signature Suite, 1 King Bed (The Rook's Nest) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Garden
Signature Suite, 1 King Bed (The Rook's Nest) | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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12 Peter's Lane Cowcross St, London, England, EC1M 6DS
  • Place, Financial District
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Barbican Arts Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Paul's Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Club Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Club Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Signature Suite, 1 King Bed (The Rook's Nest) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed (The Rook's Nest)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Lobby

The Rook's Nest Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Spacious Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Club Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Club Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Club Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre within a short walk of St. Paul's Cathedral, The Rookery Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as The British Museum. This 33-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like 24-hour room service, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Financial District - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St Bartholomew's Hospital - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Barbican Arts Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Strand - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Farringdon Underground Station - 1 min walk
  • Farringdon Station - 3 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St. John Bar and Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Smiths of Smithfield - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Three Compasses - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Rookery Hotel

Hotel with a bar, near St. Paul's Cathedral
Guests of The Rookery Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a library. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this boutique hotel include laundry facilities, a garden, and a banquet hall.
32-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: GBP 11.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1764
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 45.0 per night

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 continental breakfast: approximately GBP 11.95 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 45.0 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hotel Rookery
Rookery Hotel
Rookery Hotel London
Rookery London
The Rookery Hotel London, England
The Rookery Hotel Hotel
The Rookery Hotel London
The Rookery Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Rookery Hotel?

The Rookery Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Rookery Hotel?

This hotel is situated in London City Centre within a short 11-minute walk of St. Paul's Cathedral and also 18 minutes on foot from Liverpool Street. You'll also find The British Museum and London Bridge within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Rookery Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does The Rookery Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, The Rookery Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Rookery Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Rookery Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this boutique hotel include around-the-clock room service, a minibar, and Egyptian cotton sheets.

Does The Rookery Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Rookery Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Rookery Hotel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Rookery Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Rookery Hotel.

Does The Rookery Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from The Rookery Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Rookery Hotel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 8 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 21.5 mi away (64-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Rookery Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Rookery Hotel.

The Rookery Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 678 out of 914 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 914 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 914 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 914 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 914 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr Chris

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

Excellent

Great location recommend half cup for breakfast very close
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Rookery continues to remain a gem in London. Service is great, staff are friendly and accommodating,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

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

Fantastic

What a beautiful and friendly hotel tucked away in the corner of Farringdon. Quirky and beautiful in equal measure. It felt like an oasis of calm.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leigh

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Great city break stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun boutique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ari

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly, attentive staff; lovely rooms; excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel staff is very friendly and helpful. The architecture is great and the rooms are very nice. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas, Billingshurst

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun quirky comfortable hotel with very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leigh

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not great, weird plumbing

This joint needs maintenance. Plumbing is from Victorian era. Pipes gurgling all night. WC water flush is so extreme it comes out the bowl & onto the seat and floor. Gross. Dirty carpet. We were expecting old fashioned not defunct.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely little gem for a night away in London. So quiet and unassuming and very charming
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A real oasis of calm in the middle of the city…quiet and comfortable. Great staff. Complimentary tea and cake was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Unique property and excellent customer attention
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Great location

Wet cosy place and friendly staff. Bit quirky but fine
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

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

10/10 Excellent

Miles

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and beautiful rooms in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

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