The Royal Foundation of St Katharine

Hotels
9.2 (2942 reviews)
2 Butcher Row , London , GB
+44 300 111 1147

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Excellent breakfast
Clean facilities
Cons:
Noisy rooms
Late check-in time
Parking policy unclear

Categories

Cleanliness
9.01
Clean and well-maintained rooms reported, though some noise issues noted.
Service
9.48
Staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly throughout the stay.
Location
9.52
Conveniently located near transport with easy access to central attractions.
Room Quality
8.47
Rooms described as clean but some noise complaints from traffic.
Amenities
9
Great amenities including breakfast options and a café on site.
Value for Money
8.96
Good pricing noted but earlier check-in fee considered expensive.
Food and Beverage
9.51
Breakfast and food quality highly praised by multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
9.68
Overall positive experiences reported by guests, with minor criticisms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 13:37

Property Description

Charming Historic Hotel in Limehouse, London

Tranquil Gardens and Modern Amenities
Set in peaceful gardens, The Royal Foundation of St Katharine offers bright rooms with private bathrooms and tea/coffee facilities. Guests can enjoy the serene surroundings and work desk in each room, with some overlooking the leafy grounds.

Delicious Continental Breakfast and On-Site Cafe
Start your day with a traditional continental breakfast in the spacious dining room, including fresh fruit salad, croissants, and European meats and cheeses. For daytime snacks, visit the on-site cafe for a quick bite.

Rich History and Convenient Location
Established in 1147 by Queen Matilda, this historic hotel is one of the oldest charitable foundations in Great Britain. Explore nearby attractions like Canary Wharf and Tower Hill, both within walking distance.

Book now to experience a peaceful stay at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine!

Important information:

Please note that due to the peaceful environment of the hotel, TVs are not available in the rooms.

For bookings of 5 rooms or more, different terms and conditions may apply.

On-site parking is available and managed by YourParkingSpace company.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 2942 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.01
Service: 9.48
Location: 9.52
Room Quality: 8.47
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.96
Food and Beverage: 9.51
Overall Experience: 9.68
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grønner • couple • no
10
Pros:

the peaceful environment and the tranquility so close to the city

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Abdurrahman • couple • tr
3
Cons:

Çok eski ve kıfırsuz

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
10
Peaceful
Pros:

Loved the grounds, it was so peaceful to have a fountain right outside my window. The trees and gardens were gorgeous. The person on the desk was super helpful and allowed me to eat my takeaway in the lounge. Relaxing stay and a good selection at breakfast!

Cons:

It would have been nice to have the possibility to join the events that were happening during the day at the retreat

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Heather • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Amandine • couple • fr
8
Un endroit sympathique à 2 pas du métro qui permet d'être vite en centre ville
Pros:

La chambre n'était pas grande mais fonctionnelle, la literie de qualité, le petit déjeuner inclus est un vrai plus. Le métro est à une minute à pieds ! Personnel très gentil
Le petit kit pour des boissons chaudes est très agréable à l'arrivée

Cons:

L'autoroute qui passe derrière et le métro devant, mieux vaut avoir une chambre qui donne coté jardin et pour les gens sensibles des bouchons d'oreilles sont à prévoir. Avec la fenêtre fermé on entend peu mais nous sommes venus l'été avec la chaleur le bruit était assez présent

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Arkadiusz • solo_traveller • pl
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Herbert Otoniel Pérez Victoriano • solo_traveller • mx
10
Pros:

Todo

Cons:

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2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Marisca • couple • nl
8
Ontspannen verblijf in een verder drukke stad
Pros:

De vredige sfeer beviel ons het meest. Ook de bedden waren heel comfortabel. Verder is de accommodatie goed bereikbaar met het OV.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Mariana • extended_group • gb
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Sergio • solo_traveller • es
7
Pros:

El desayuno espectacular,tipo buffet variado y con personal muy agradable reponiendo constantemente

Cons:

Habitación poco espaciosa.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Kezia • family_with_children • it
8
Pros:

Hervorragendes Frühstück, gute und ruhige Lage.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
8
We would definitely recommend for anyone wanting to stay here and travel to Greenwich as the train s
Pros:

The room was in a very quiet location and was exceptionally clean and comfortable. All staff were very welcoming and the breakfast was perfect and plentiful.

Cons:

A television in the room would have been great.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • gb
10
Very relaxing and peaceful room was very clean
Pros:

Felt very relaxed though out the building and comfortable

Cons:

Nothing location to public transport very good

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • au
10
Very centrally located hidden oasis
Pros:

Location and very quiet. Lovely staff. Extremely comfortable bed

Cons:

It served our needs well so all good

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Voyageur_YT • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • couple • gb
9
Great value and location
Pros:

The staff were so helpful and welcoming. The whole place had a lovely tranquil feeling. It was very good value for a central London location. The bed was comfortable and there was a good breakfast. The Yurt cafe just next door was great.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Bernd • couple • de
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Allan • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The centre garden area was nice, location near the tram was good and few nice pubs nearby.

Cons:

No air con, just a big fan which was very loud. The room was very small and the charging for parking the hotel said wasn't run by them, however, a wee later they were doing a deal with free parking...
Breakfast wasn't great

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • gb
7
A comfortable and convenient stay in a peaceful setting, ideal for a business trip, although the rooms are very basic an
Pros:

The location was very convenient for my business trip to Canary Wharf. It’s only a few minutes on the DLR to Limehouse, followed by a short walk to the hotel. The setting itself was particularly pleasant in the morning, feeling peaceful and surprisingly removed from the busyness of London.

The room was basic but the bed was very comfortable and everything was functional. The highlight for me was breakfast. It felt fresh and home-made, with cereals, juice, toast, bagels, meats and fresh fruit. Although there wasn’t a cooked breakfast, everything was tasty and it was a very enjoyable way to start the day in such a peaceful setting.

Overall, it was a good stay and a welcome break from the pace of a busy working day.

Cons:

The room was very basic and not particularly well appointed. There was no TV, and the bathroom shelf had some visible rust. The blue lino flooring also gave the room a rather dated, institutional feel. It was clean and functional, but not somewhere I would describe as luxurious or particularly stylish.

The location is convenient, although I found the immediate area felt a little uncomfortable late at night. I was walking back fairly late, so this may simply have been due to the time of day, and it is a very busy area. The hotel itself was easy enough to reach from Limehouse, although it was surprisingly easy to miss in the dark.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee