The Royal Horseguards Hotel, London

Hotels
8.8 (5749 reviews)
2 Whitehall Court , London , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room condition complaints
Service delays

Categories

Cleanliness
8.44
Some reviews indicated cleanliness issues, including outdated and used items in rooms.
Service
9.41
Most reviews praised the staff, highlighting helpfulness and attentiveness despite some service delays.
Location
9.45
Reviews consistently noted the excellent location near key attractions.
Room Quality
7.9
Mixed feedback on room conditions, with one poor room experience mentioned.
Amenities
8.93
Amenity quality was generally satisfactory, with some comments on the breakfast experience.
Value for Money
7.89
Concerns were raised about the value for money due to room issues and lack of facilities.
Food and Beverage
9.44
Positive experiences with breakfast and bar services, though some complaints about service timing.
Overall Experience
8.91
General sentiment suggests a good experience overall, with noted areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 12:46

Property Description

Historic Elegance with Modern Comforts
Nestled between the River Thames and Trafalgar Square, this 4-star hotel seamlessly blends history with contemporary style. The Grade I listed building boasts stunning views of the London Eye and is a stone's throw away from iconic landmarks like the National Gallery and Covent Garden.

Luxurious Amenities
The Victorian-inspired bedrooms offer a perfect fusion of elegance and modernity, complete with complimentary Wi-Fi, Elemis toiletries, a 49-inch LCD TV, and refreshing mineral water.

Fine Dining and Scenic Views
Indulge in exquisite culinary delights at the One Twenty One Two Restaurant, serving up a delectable array of dishes and wines. Take in the breathtaking river views from the outdoor terrace while enjoying an al fresco dining experience.

Ready to immerse yourself in luxury and history? Book your stay at Royal Horseguards Hotel today!

Important information:

Guests and their invitees shall comply with all legal requirements and the hotel’s rules on guest conduct while on the hotel’s premises

For advance purchase rates the card you booked with must be presented on arrival, along with a photo ID.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in.

If you are making a reservation on behalf of someone else, first and last name of the guest staying must be given at time of making the booking.

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LON

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • 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 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 3 years old and over stay for free 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.

Location

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Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 5749 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.44
Service: 9.41
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 8.93
Value for Money: 7.89
Food and Beverage: 9.44
Overall Experience: 8.91
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TRENT solo_traveller au
8
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Pavel couple dk
8
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple ie
10
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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jing family_with_children us
9
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Yorkshire2026 Couples
10
London
Pros:

excellent location, food good, room facilities good.. Concierge services very good as we had a wheelchair user and always offered help.

2026-06-18 via Tripadvisor
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Alexandra solo_traveller it
10
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Isabel family_with_children es
10
Inolvidable!!!
Pros:

El personal encantador y el alojamiento y servicios excelentes.
Un buen y trabajo en equipo… y eso se nota

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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YOJI couple jp
8
人生最後の旅行であっても悔いのない楽しい父娘旅行にふさわしいホテル (82,46)
Pros:

1. 朝食のテーブルへの案内が適切なテーブルを選んでくれるのが心地よかった。

2. 料理の種類と質がとてもよかった。

3. 23年ぶりの再訪であったことをチェックアウト時にスタッフに話したらホテル名入りの緑のボールペンを記念にいただいた。

Cons:

高級ホテルなので洗浄便座(通称ウォッシュレット)を期待したが設置されていない。

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
9
An excellent experience
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Some rooms very short of natural light

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Philip solo_traveller gb
10
Excellent stay, comfortable room , great location
Pros:

Nice old property but lovely on the inside and well maintained

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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FlyTurkey solo_traveller cn
10
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
Žana solo_traveller hr
9
Perfect London base with exceptional breakfast
Pros:

Excellent hotel in a perfect location for exploring London. The staff were friendly, professional, and always willing to help. The room was comfortable and spotless, and the breakfast was outstanding with a great selection of food. We especially appreciated how easy it was to walk to many of London's main attractions. Overall, a wonderful stay and we would happily return.

Cons:

The only minor downside was that the windows in the room could not be opened, so there was no option for fresh air. Apart from that, everything was excellent.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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emmamA1656OQ NONE Swindon, Wiltshire, England
10
Overnight at Royal Horseguards
Pros:

Hotel is centrally located, within walking distance to Embankment and Charing Cross tube stations. Easy walking distance to Leicester Square, Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square (all within 10 mins walk) and cross the bridge to the London Eye! Perfect location to be.

2026-06-15 via Tripadvisor
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edwina178 Business Taunton, Somerset, England
4
There are better hotels in the same area
Pros:

On first impressions the hotel looks nice, but given the room rates there are better hotels in the neighbourhood. I had no hot running water on one morning and poor customer service, i.e. once I reported it, no one told me if or when it was going to be fixed and I ended up having to leave for work without it being resolved.

2026-06-15 via Tripadvisor
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James family_with_children gb
8
A good stay for both my wife and I and separately, my family.
Pros:

The breakfast was excellent. Dinner was also excellent with very attentive staff. The room was good. The location was perfect. A very interesting building architecturally.

Cons:

Could have done without the intrusive background music on the ground floor and the bar television screen that no-one watched. It made the bar a bit like a pub.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Sue couple gb
10
Brilliant
Pros:

Friendliness of staff

Cons:

The size of the bed

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Lynda family_with_children gb
10
Would stay there again, we had the library suite comfy bed, large tv in bedroom and lounge area.
Pros:

Breakfast had a really good choice with hot and cold foods, choice of cold drinks, the room was beautiful.

Cons:

I cannot think what would need changing

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Janice family_with_children us
8
For the price point, we expected more.
Pros:

The breakfast food selection had many choices of fruit, pastries, hot foods and deli meats and cheese. If we were early to the breakfast, these items were fresh and tasty. But, if we came down after 9:00, many items (fried eggs, deli meats and cheeses) were stale and tired. We were able to order fresh poached eggs. Staff members were always professional and friendly. Our room was clean and quiet.

Cons:

The main evening dining room menu was rather limited. For the price, we expected slightly larger portions and better service. The door from the kitchen to the dining room slammed very loudly each time a server came through. This was a loud, jarring bang. Some servers were able to come through the door and have it shut quietly behind them. Not sure why every server couldn't do that.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Cory049 Business
8
Quintessential London
Pros:

Located in a great central location, this property is what you would expect from a grand dame of a London Hotel. We were greeted warmly at check-in and our bags were stowed until our room was ready later in the day. Our room was very spacious and the bathroom and other amenities were very good. The bed was very comfortable. One item of note is that we had booked a river view room and unless you are on one of the top floors,(higher than 5) you will not have a view of the river due to the beautiful trees in the garden below. The breakfast buffet was quite nice with a variety of offerings. All of the staff we encountered were very friendly and helpful. A special thanks to the doorman (I can't remember his name) who greeted you like you were a guest in his home every time you left and returned to the property. The concierge staff is also incredibly helpful. This property was a great choice for our visit to London.

2026-06-14 via Tripadvisor
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StiggyMUFC NONE Perth, Greater Perth, Western Australia
10
Great hotel in a great location
Pros:

We stayed here for three nights with family members to show them the central London sights. I worked in Whitehall for over 15 years but naturally had never stayed in the area. The hotel is very comfortable and in a prime position to experience all the sights e.g. Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, Horseguards Parade, Westminster Abbey etc.

There was an issue with our booking on arrival whereby the two room upgrades I had booked were not recorded on the hotel’s system but this was very quickly resolved by the team at reception, in particular the Rooms Manager, Jorge. This was an error on the part of the travel company, NOT the hotel. Given that this was the weekend when the Trooping of the Colour was due to take place the staff worked wonders to accommodate us in two upgraded rooms.

2026-06-14 via Tripadvisor