The Rookery

Hotels
9.3 (1122 reviews)
Peters Lane, Cowcross Street , London , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Garden
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Charming atmosphere
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Bathroom smells
Overpriced rooms
Low water pressure

Categories

Cleanliness
8.59
Bathroom was a little smelly due to old pipes.
Service
9.99
Friendly staff and attentive service throughout the stay.
Location
10
A nice and quiet location, great access to public transport.
Room Quality
9.55
Beautiful rooms, comfortable and tastefully decorated.
Amenities
8.58
Lacked some basics like water pressure and a few amenities.
Value for Money
8.54
Some felt the room was overpriced for the condition.
Food and Beverage
9.59
Incredible breakfast and delightful tea service.
Overall Experience
9.58
A lovely stay, combining charm and comfort.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 19:25

Property Description

Charming Period Rooms in Central London

Elegant Furnishings and Free WiFi - The Rookery, located in Clerkenwell, offers charming rooms adorned with elegant period furnishings and complimentary WiFi. Each room features sumptuous antique furniture, air conditioning, and a flat-screen LCD TV. The luxury en-suite bathrooms are equipped with premium land&water toiletries.

Historic Setting and Unique Amenities - Set within 18th-century houses, The Rookery retains many original features, providing a unique and historic ambiance. Guests can unwind in the library or by the open fire in the oak-panelled lounge. The hotel's proximity to Smithfield Market and London's financial Square Mile offers a convenient location for exploration.

Delightful Dining Options and Personalized Service - Start your day with a delicious breakfast served in the elegant conservatory or in the comfort of your room, featuring freshly baked croissants. Indulge in room service for lunch and dinner, or explore the variety of restaurants and bars nearby. Experience personalized service and a memorable stay at The Rookery in London.

Book your stay at The Rookery for a charming and historic London experience.

Important information:

If you require an extra bed for children, please contact the property for more information.

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will 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: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 1122 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.59
Service: 9.99
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.55
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.54
Food and Beverage: 9.59
Overall Experience: 9.58
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Sarah couple gb
10
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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James couple gb
10
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Kyran couple nl
9
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Elena solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
8
Beautiful boutique style hotel. Small but perfectly formed.
Pros:

Location - very close to the tube and therefore the rest of London. Quiet, despite nearby pubs and restaurants.

Cons:

No shower, no lift

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Steven solo_traveller au
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Luna extended_group nl
9
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Steve solo_traveller gb
10
A wonderful hotel. Great staff. Create vibe.
Pros:

Absolutely everything. What a wonderful hotel and experience.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Eleni couple gb
10
The perfect romantic stay in the centre of London!
Pros:

Stunning hotel, very clean and comfortable, service was impeccable, breakfast was delicious, and very convenient location. We booked for our wedding night and were very kindly upgraded too, which we really appreciate. Can’t recommend this place enough!

Cons:

N/a

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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David couple us
9
Pros:

Medieval style and warm staff

Cons:

Toilets

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Olesya solo_traveller cy
10
Pros:

Everything. Amazing experience! Staff is perfect!

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Cassandra solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

Perfect stay! I wish I could have been there forever. The staff were exceptional, carried my heavy luggage and stored it for me on my last day. The rooms were beautifully furnished. Really good location next to a station while also being quiet. Lovely courtyard for the summer. I cannot speak highly enough.

Cons:

I didn't get to see the cat! Haha

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Nicola couple nz
9
Pros:

Lovely hotel. Full of character. Beautiful rooms and extraordinary comfortable beds. Staff very helpful

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Kristian couple au
9
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the facilities. A very peaceful courtyard and comfortable lounge and library!
Pros:

Its location, style and ambience!

Cons:

The lack of a lift! A really minor quibble - the kettle had to be plugged in on the floor as the plug was a different spec to the socket nearest the table.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Adam couple gb
10
Perfect. We'll be back again asap. Sad it was only for one night
Pros:

Exceptional decor. Bed was incredible. Bathroom was beautiful

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Alan couple us
10
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Pascal Schumachers couple gb
9
Characterful rooms and lovely staff in a great location
Pros:

Beautiful hotel in the Barbican area with individually designed rooms full of character. The staff were fantastic, friendly, helpful and attentive, and they even made a room available for us to take meetings in, which we really appreciated. Great value for the location too. We'd happily stay again.

Cons:

No parking on site, so plan ahead if you're driving. We could also hear our neighbours from upstairs and next door, so the soundproofing isn't the strongest.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Almira Nazlı solo_traveller tr
10
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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James couple gb
10
Must return
Pros:

Everything. Stunning boutique hotel. Really elegant.

Cons:

Leaving.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Ondrej couple cz
10
Nádherný odpočinkový hotel ze starých časů uprostřed velkoměsta.
Pros:

Romantický interiér

2026-08-06 via Nuitee