Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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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 3944 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
P
Polina • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
G
geoffrey • couple • gb
10
cleanest hotel we have ever stayed in
Pros:

Room location and food at Banyan Restaurant

Cons:

nothing

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
T
Tadhg • couple • ie
5
Pros:

Locations

Cons:

Inside was dated

No ways it’s a 5 star

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
M
Mamoun • solo_traveller • se
7
Pros:

Isolated pma east. Near the river which is a plus

Cons:

Room on ground floor no provacy
No toiletries

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
R
Rustam • couple • gb
9
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
O
Obash • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great place, friendly and helpful staff.
Pros:

Clean, spacious, friendly and helpful staff, a minute to the bus stop, also there are shops just 10 minutes walk away to buy any essentials needed.

Cons:

Wifi, this was key to my trip as it was work related. Although free, the strength was not just good enough to handle my meetings. Not blaming the property though.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Loredana • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Rosalind G • couple • mt
8
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
P
paul • couple • gb
7
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
D
Donovan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Superb staff, spotlessly clean and great value.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
T
Thomas • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Breakfast

Cons:

Location

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
T
Thomas • solo_traveller • de
5
Pros:

Staff were super friendly and helpful. The bed was very comfortable and the shower very good. The room was a good size. The breakfast was also passable.

Cons:

Not sure this hotel can be classed as 5 star. The whole building feels very tired, the decor very "of its time" and the whole atmosphere just a little strange. The gym was very dirty and some of the equipment just didn't work. The noise from building work woke me up quite early.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
D
Daniel • couple • ie
10
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
D
David • couple • gb
6
Lovely place but too far from train station
Pros:

Great property and staff. Really nice room.

Cons:

Doing walk from railway station,

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
C
Constantin • couple • gb
1
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
K
Kislaia • couple • gb
8
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
K
Kamanga • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The staff weee welcoming and friendly and the facility is quiet clean

Cons:

During breakfast,there was some other clients that would pop in,make some noise and there was one that made my childrens uncomfortable as he tried to grab my breakfast from my family table which terrified my kids.

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
S
Sarah • solo_traveller • fr
10
Staff members were super helpful and very friendly.
Pros:

Fantastic location

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
R
Rafika • couple • gb
7
Good
Pros:

Everything was good,

Cons:

We were delayed checking in as receptionist left us and went t with other customer.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Laurence • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee