The Royal Horseguards, London

Riverfront hotel with restaurant, near National Gallery

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In the heart of London, The Royal Horseguards, London offers a sophisticated retreat. Enjoy fine dining at One Twenty One Two restaurant, relax by the fireplace in the lobby or unwind in the garden and on the terrace. With luggage storage and concierge services at your disposal, this hotel provides convenience and comfort that guests rave about for its breakfast, helpful staff and location.
VIP Access
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • 13 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning

For families (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$200 nightly
$240 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Riverside Victorian charm
Nestled in the city center's historical district, this hotel boasts Victorian architecture. The garden and garden-view restaurant overlook the serene river.
Culinary delights
Modern European flavors await in the hotel restaurant. The bar offers refreshing drinks, while a buffet breakfast starts each morning right.
Premium sleep haven
Wrapped in bathrobes, guests drift into blissful slumber on memory foam beds topped with Egyptian cotton sheets. Late-night cravings meet the stocked minibar.

Room options

Showing 15 of 15 rooms
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

Very good
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

Wonderful
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Very good
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Excellent
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Room amenity

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Excellent
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
River View Room 1 Double Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
River View Room 1 Double Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
River View Room 1 Double Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

River View Room 1 Double Bed

Excellent
  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
River View Room 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
River View Room 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
River View Room 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

River View Room 1 King Bed

Exceptional
  • River view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Garden view
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

Excellent
  • Garden view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Garden view
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Wonderful
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
The Library Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
The Library Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
The Library Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

The Library Suite

Exceptional
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Tower Suite | Living area | 49-inch Smart TV with satellite channels
Tower Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Tower Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Tower Suite

Wonderful
  • River view
  • 721 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Royal Horseguards Suite | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Royal Horseguards Suite | Living area | 49-inch Smart TV with satellite channels
Royal Horseguards Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Royal Horseguards Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Royal Horseguards Suite

Good
  • River view
  • 710 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Waterloo Suite | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Waterloo Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Waterloo Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Waterloo Suite | Living area | 49-inch Smart TV with satellite channels

Waterloo Suite

  • River view
  • 904 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
The Apartment Suite | View from room
The Apartment Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

The Apartment Suite

  • City view
  • 797 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2 Whitehall Court, London, England, SW1A 2EJ

What's nearby

  • Whitehall - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Banqueting House - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Horse Guards - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playhouse Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Thames River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • London City Airport (LCY) - 40 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 50 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 66 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 71 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 76 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 91 min drive
  • Charing Cross Station - 5 min walk
  • London (QQW-Waterloo Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Waterloo Station - 14 min walk
  • Embankment Station - 3 min walk
  • Charing Cross Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • Westminster Underground Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Gordon's Wine Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Clarence - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sherlock Holmes - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Tattershall Castle - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Royal Horseguards, London

The Royal Horseguards, London puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of London Eye and National Gallery. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at One Twenty One Two, which serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights at this Victorian hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Embankment Station is 3 minutes and Charing Cross Underground Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 282 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (late night)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

Working away

  • Business center
  • 13 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (3229 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 1884
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Fitness center
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 49-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

One Twenty One Two - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Modern European cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available.
The Green Parlour - This lobby lounge serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Equus Bar - This bar specializes in Modern European cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Open daily.
The Terrace - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Modern European cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in ECOsmart, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 23.50 per person

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Horseguards, London offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Royal Horseguards, London does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Royal Horseguards, London?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Royal Horseguards, London?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Royal Horseguards, London.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Horseguards, London?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Royal Horseguards, London and nearby?

The Royal Horseguards, London has a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Horseguards, London?

Yes, One Twenty One Two offers Modern European cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around The Royal Horseguards, London like?

The Royal Horseguards, London is located by the river in London City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Embankment Station and 6 minutes' walk from Trafalgar Square. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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The Royal Horseguards, London Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised as excellent, outstanding, and superb by multiple guests. (101 reviews)
  • Dining options were excellent, with friendly and professional staff, great food, and beautiful settings. (18 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay at this hotel location is good close by to landmarks
Remesh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great hotel with friendly staff. Beautiful building and nice rooms.
Phillip, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Excellent location and facilities
View from the room
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location, great front of house team
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with lovely single room just big enough for a solo traveller. Amazing breakfast nd service from the staff. Will definitely use this hotel again.
Neil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, lots of room, particularly liked the sweet bar. Breakfast was superb.
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Truly amazing stay with nearby shops, food, and sightseeing. The staff was remarkable- front desk, concierge, especially Pervez, the doorman!
View from my room
Beautiful entry flowers
Exterior just before all the trees bloom
Kady, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely gorgeous stay. Very clean. The staff at the front desk were wonderfully kind and the bed was SO cozy! I would stay again! :)
Complimentary water & candy!
Such a beautiful set up!
Emily, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice room, fit for purpose and staff are super friendly and accommodating !
Christian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love this place. It was the first london 5 star I stayed in .. been back several times and it always delights.
Harry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was perfect!!
John, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, great location, great room and amenities
Jacob, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and location comfortable rooms
Neil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was very nice and it’s conveniently located near the metro.
Y L RANDELL, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location, pleasant staff, excellent room.
Tatiana, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was spotless and staff welcoming
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are wonderful. The hotel is beautiful and historical and in the diplomatic area but close to Covent Garden and West End
Saeeda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent in every way
Jim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pervez, Javier, Monica and frankly all the staff were wonderful. Amazing location and for the price; I couldn’t fault it compared to the cost of other hotels in the immediate vicinity.
Rachael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel very close to Embankment. Clean room overlooking the Thames. Plenty of choice at breakfast.
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and great location.
Kirstin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very attentive to our needs. It was a wonderful touch to be greeted by the manager each day.
Rodney, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, great location, comfortable rooms, not my first and hopefully not my last stay here! The staff are amazing.
Christina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff went above and beyond
SUSAN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were exceptionally attentive. Room was spacious, luxurious, spotless and bed was very comfortable. Location was perfect, close to everything. Woukd highly recommend this hotel and woukd love to stay again when next in London
Kyra, 2-night trip