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Rubens At The Palace
City Hotel
Our Rating
9.2
The Rubens at the Palace is a beautifully restored historic boutique-style hotel overlooking The Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace—the entrance used by the Royal family—offering impeccable personalised service delivered by a dedicated team and an enviable position in the heart of London
Each individually designed room and suite combines thoughtful luxury with homely comforts, featuring refined furnishings, modern amenities, and signature touches that reflect the hotel's elegant heritage and attention to detail for a truly exceptional stay.
The hotel boasts some of London's finest food and beverage offerings, sourced from Royal Warrant Holder suppliers, beginning with the flagship English Grill restaurant—an opulently designed space with Murano chandeliers and a live-action kitchen showcasing a charcoal-fired Josper Grill. Guests enjoy signature classics such as perfectly grilled steaks, plant-based selections, and seasonal desserts, often presented with theatrical table-side flourish through the glass wall overlooking the pass, complemented by an extensive wine list including selections from the hotel's own Bouchard Finlayson vineyard in South Africa and a beautiful Champagne trolley.
The Palace Lounge, a magnificent bright open space with panoramic views of The Royal Mews and the King's stables, provides the perfect setting for morning coffee and pastries as royal carriages pass below, or for savouring the hotel's famous Royal Afternoon Tea in an atmosphere of timeless grandeur.
The Curry Room offers an authentic fine-dining journey blending Indian and African influences, featuring a signature three-course menu crafted by Chef Arun Kumar alongside an exceptional Thali experience.
The New York Bar captivates with its striking red décor, original artwork, and luxurious ambiance, delivering a sophisticated blend of traditional hospitality and modern mixology—from signature classics and home-curated infusions to table-side theatre. Renowned for some of London's most celebrated Gin and Whisky experiences, it is the ideal venue for luxury date nights, after-work drinks, pre-dinner cocktails, or laid-back lunch meetings.
Available Board
Breakfast · Room Only
Rooms & Suites
Superior King Room
- Free WiFi
Beds: One king bed
This room features a king-size bed that can also be configured as 2 single beds. Each room is individually designed. A bathroom with a bath and a shower over or a walk-in shower is available. Luxury toiletries are provided.
Classic Double Room
- Free WiFi
- Cable Channels
Beds: One queen bed
A queen-size bed is included in this individually designed room. A bathroom with a bath and a shower over or a walk-in shower is available. Luxury toiletries are provided.
Royal Double Room
- Free WiFi
Beds: One queen bed
Each room is individually themed on a British monarch. With a queen-size double bed, each room also has a bathroom with a bath and a shower over or a walk-in shower. Luxury toiletries are provided. All rooms feature chandeliers and some rooms include canopies over the beds.
Junior Suite
- Free WiFi
Beds: One queen bed
The junior suite features a king-size bed and a seating area with an entertainment unit. A daily turndown service is included. A bathroom with a walk-in shower is available. Luxury toiletries are provided.
Executive King Room
- Free WiFi
Beds: One king bed
This room features a king-size bed that can also be configured as twin beds. A seating area is included. The bathroom has a bath and a shower over or a walk-in shower. Luxury toiletries are provided.
Executive King Suite
- Free WiFi
Beds: One king bed
With a king-size bed and a separate seating area, the suite also includes a daily turndown service, a Nespresso coffee machine, a mini-bar and luxury toiletries. Each suite is individually designed, including African Queen, Henry VII and Queen suites.
Master Suite
- Free WiFi
Beds: One king bed
This suite features a bedroom with a four-poster bed with an private bathroom. An interconnected lounge with views of the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace is included. The living area features an optional pull-down bed and animal-print furnishings. A daily turndown service, a Nespresso coffee machine and luxury toiletries are also provided.
Royal Mews View Classic Double
- Free WiFi
- Cable Channels
Beds: One full bed
This front-facing room features a queen-size bed. It offers views of the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace. A bathroom with either a bath and a shower over or a walk-in shower is available. Luxury toiletries are provided.
Royal Mews View King Room
- Free WiFi
- Cable Channels
Beds: One king bed
This front-facing room features a king-size bed that can also be configured as 2 single beds. It offers views of the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace. A bathroom with either a bath and a shower over or a walk-in shower is available. Luxury toiletries are provided.
Family Suite
- Free WiFi
- Cable Channels
Beds: One king bed
This air-conditioned suite features a tea and coffee maker.
Executive Single
- Free WiFi
- Cable Channels
Beds: One twin bed
This single room has air conditioning, a TV with cable channels and a tea and coffee maker.
Superior Twin Room
- Free WiFi
- Cable Channels
Beds: Two twin beds
This twin room features a tea and coffee maker, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
Royal Themed King Room
- Free WiFi
- Cable Channels
Beds: One king bed
This double room has air conditioning and a tea and coffee maker.
Cozy Double
- Free WiFi
Beds: One full bed
A small double bed is included in this individually designed room. A bathroom with a bath and a shower over or a walk-in shower is available. Luxury toiletries are provided.
General Facilities
Activities
- Evening Entertainment
Wellness
No wellness facilities available
General
- Invoice Provided
- Private Check-in/Check-out
- Concierge Service
- Luggage Storage
- Express Check-in/Check-out
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Daily Housekeeping
- Ironing Service
- Dry Cleaning
- Fax/Photocopying
- Business Centre
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
Hotel Reviews
Location Sleep Quality Rooms Service Value Cleanliness
Gorgeous boutique hotel near to Buckingham Palace, booked as a special birthday treat and it did not disappoint! A delicious chocolate birthday cake was left in the room, which was spacious and...
Everyone at this property was amazing! Everyone works together to allow for a great experience staying here. The location is perfect right by the Buckingham Palace and the Victoria Rail Line. The...
Mae and me had the most amazing stay - very friendly service and location was ideal. In particular thanks to Rqj and team for being so helpful and letting us bring 'London' bear home with us. We look...
This was our third or fourth stay at Rubens over the past couple of years, we love it. All staff are so welcoming and helpful and polite - this goes a long way when making an impression on...
Average Weather
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