Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Comfort of mattresses
Value for money concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Some reviews mentioned hairs in the bathtub and general cleanliness issues.
Service
9
Staff were consistently described as friendly and welcoming.
Location
9
Great location with beautiful views over the Thames.
Room Quality
8
Rooms were spacious and well-equipped, though some comfort issues with the mattress.
Amenities
8
Facilities like the hot tub and spa were appreciated despite minor issues.
Value for Money
7
Some guests felt it didn't meet 5-star standards given the price.
Food and Beverage
7.5
Mixed feedback on the breakfast experience and beverage selection.
Overall Experience
8
While there were issues, the overall stay was positive for most guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 23:17

Property Description

Luxurious Eco-Friendly Boutique Hotel on the Riverfront

Designer Rooms with Jet Lag Recovery Lighting

Indulge in the comfort of our designer rooms featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and state-of-the-art entertainment systems. Experience our specially designed Jet Lag recovery lighting technology in select rooms, ensuring a restful stay.

Spa, Sauna, and Riverside Dining

Relax and rejuvenate in our spa facilities including a sauna and steam room, or pamper yourself with a range of spa treatments. Enjoy a culinary delight at The Banyan on the Thames Restaurant with its grill-based menu, or unwind at our stylish riverside bar offering a variety of cocktails and a light bar menu.

Book now for a luxurious and tranquil stay at Hotel Rafayel!

Important information:

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of £30 per night applies. Pets are only allowed on the ground floor rooms.

Parking is guaranteed for all guests in a secure underground park.

Please note Child Supplement Prices do not include meals. Should you wish to order meals also, please do so at the time of making your reservation or add to your confirmed reservation later.

If you wish to extend Check out time there is a charge of £20 per hour after 11am. Please call hotel to check availability.

Please note that no visitors are allowed in guest rooms after 9pmGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 20 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 17 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 5 years old and over stay for £30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 3603 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 8
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R family_with_children gb
9
Rafayel
Pros:

Location, Breakfast

Cons:

Controlling air con was needlessly complicated via TV remote or wall panel that was not responsive.

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Lee solo_traveller gb
9
2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Petr couple cz
8
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
L
Luisa Fernanda couple gb
10
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Tianna couple gb
8
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
K
Kierran family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

The room and spa facilities are nice. The pool is quite small

Cons:

The pool was small

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
S
Sean couple gb
10
Amazing
Pros:

Everything was absolutely perfect

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Helen couple gb
9
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
S
Sophie couple ie
1
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Abd-alrahman Adam couple gb
9
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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kiarn couple gb
7
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Valter Roberto family_with_children br
9
Muito bom
Cons:

As cortinas nao vedam a claridade muito bem, e uma dessas brechas fazia com que o sol das 6 horas da manhã batesse diretamente no meu rosto.

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Karin solo_traveller at
4
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Nicola solo_traveller au
7
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Joan couple gb
9
Lovely break in a quiet hotel by the river.
Pros:

Clean quiet with great food and lovely people

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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IULIAN couple gb
8
Great Views
2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Garyth couple je
10
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
N
Noa couple fr
9
Pros:

Hôtel très propre. Nous sommes plus sur un hôtel 4* que 5* à mon goût mais sinon parfait 👍🏼

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Wilfred couple gb
10
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Grayson solo_traveller gb
7
Happy with the room, but the food needs to get better.
Pros:

The room was nice and spacious and the parking was ample and secure.

Cons:

The noise from the busy road outside my room was at times almost unbearable. The aircon wasn't working properly and once the aircon switched off, the heat escaped very quickly leaving the room very cold overnight. The food at the restaurant is of very poor quality. Both dinners and breakfasts were very disappointing.

2026-02-09 via Nuitee