The Rubens at the Palace

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Buckingham Palace

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The Rubens at the Palace

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Front of property
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Lobby
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Overview of The Rubens at the Palace

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
39 Buckingham Palace Road, London, England, SW1W 0PS
  • Popular LocationBuckingham Palace6 min walk
  • Popular LocationHyde Park14 min walk
  • Popular LocationBig Ben18 min walk
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)40 min drive

Room options

Superior Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite (Master)

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Royal Double Room

  • 145 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

  • 242 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 135 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed (Cosy 4ft 6 bed)

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Royal Room, 1 King Bed

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • 85 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Suite

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Royal Room, 1 King Bed (Royal Mews View)

  • 188 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed (Royal Mews View)

  • 94 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

City center retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find Buckingham Palace and Green Park. Hyde Park and Westminster Abbey are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Buckingham Palace - 6 min walk
  • Hyde Park - 14 min walk
  • Big Ben - 18 min walk
  • Trafalgar Square - 4 min drive
  • Piccadilly Circus - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • London Victoria Station - 4 min walk
  • Victoria Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bag O'Nails - 2 min walk
  • Greenwood - 3 min walk
  • Pronto a Mangia - 2 min walk
  • Shake Shack - 3 min walk
  • Pizza Pilgrims - 3 min walk

About this property

The Rubens at the Palace

5-star luxury hotel near Buckingham Palace
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. Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury The Rubens at the Palace. Parking is available for a fee.

  • 161 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1911
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
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 premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This London hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, Chinese (Mandarin), Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 70 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM–11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 45 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels

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
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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: 21

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 500 per pet, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

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 fee: GBP 500 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

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Rubens at the Palace to the airport?

The Rubens at the Palace is 11 mi (52-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rubens at the Palace?

As of Apr 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rubens at the Palace on Apr 28, 2024 start from $261.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Rubens at the Palace have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Rubens at the Palace.

Does The Rubens at the Palace offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Rubens at the Palace, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 45 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Rubens at the Palace?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Rubens at the Palace?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Rubens at the Palace?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for GBP 70 per night.

Does The Rubens at the Palace have a pool?

The Rubens at the Palace does not have a pool.

Does The Rubens at the Palace have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like British cuisine, brunch, and light fare.

Does The Rubens at the Palace have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Rubens at the Palace to downtown London?

The Rubens at the Palace is 0.9 mi away from London.

The Rubens at the Palace Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 694 out of 999 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 999 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 999 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 999 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 999 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

6/10 Okay

Russell, Barnstaple

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There's no doubt the Rubens to trying to hit a certain mark but I feel it falls short. The room was nice but dated, possibly tatty, with old plug sockets, corroded bathroom fittings and not cleaned to a high standard. Overall I'd say it was not ageing well. The staff were pleasant enough but not overly welcoming and took an age to upgrade us, eventually placing us in a room that was prepared for someone's birthday. The upgrade was not worth the price either. Overall I great area for the palace with an excellent bar. I wouldn't recommend it though, not in London where's there's far better hotels for this price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, the staff were friendly and accommodating, the room was lovely, clean and tidy. The only thing that was a disappointing was the king bed was two singles put together and you could feel the delve in the middle which was a little uncomfortable. Other than that, a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ale

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Long weekend. Great location made access to all of city’s highlights easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Great hotel and location would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly, breakfast and curry restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rico

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, nothing negative to note.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023