Raffles London at The OWO

Wonderful unusual High Tea served in the Drawing Room. Served in the Old War Office of Winston Churchills wartime Cabinet Room. Lovely sandwiches and catering to our dietary allergies. Delicious Pastries named after War Heroines. Beautifully presented. So well looked after by Eunice and Aldrich. Felicia took us all on a tour of the whole hotel after tea. Marina was do exceptional looking after out for our Uber ridehighly congested and some closed off due to London's Tube Strike.

Visited Raffles London at The OWO on Sunday 7th September for afternoon tea in The Drawing Room. The Secrets and Spies themed afternoon tea was wonderful. The service was excellent and the staff could not have been more attentive or welcoming. The sandwiches, scones and pastries were delicious especially the pocket watch styled sharing chocolate cake. The hotel itself is stunning and in a great location. I would highly recommend for afternoon tea.

We had the opportunity to visit The OWO - Heritage Tour and Afternoon tea. We went on the wait last as soon as Raffles hotel set up the tour. It took us over a year to find a date they had available and also we could make. We were so looking forward to our tour the afternoon tea was a bonus not something we normally would have. Emiel is the in house Heritage Ambassador,he was our guide. The OWO is full of history and Emiel really brought it all to life, in a fun interesting way. This really is the most magnificent building and we throughly enjoyed our tour! The Afternoon tea was a little disappointing following such an amazing start to the afternoon. We had to wait 20 plus minutes to be seated, the tables are very close together so you can hear your neighbours conversation easily. We solved that by chatting to our neighbours but not ideal if you wanted a private tea or may be on a date ! The tea service was quite elaborate we tried 3 different teas before we found one we liked. The sandwiches and cakes looked very enticing but did not taste as good as they looked. The scones were very good. The OWO Raffles has several beautiful restaurants we were able to walk by them on the tour, we felt the room the afternoon tea was in was very dark and overbearing. I would love to learn more about the history of the OWO but would rather have a lunch rather than afternoon tea.

We stayed five nights in a Ministerial Suite and thoroughly enjoyed it. Staff at the hotel are outstanding (hats off to Emil and Benedict and sooo many more as well). Breakfast at Saisons and the Drawing Room is a touch choice. We alternated between the two. Both are excellent. Also ate at them in the evening. Spy Bar also fun. The pool is memorable and not to be missed. You could be forgiven if you never step outside the hotel. Great location. Cannot wait to go back. Expensive but worth every penny.

From the moment we turned into the striking courtyard, we knew we were in for a special stay. The greeting from the valet and concierge, the service and tour from the receptionist, the smiles and acknowledgments from every member of staff we met or just passed….all so special! This hotel knocks your socks off with its presence and stunning interior, you can feel the history in this place! We were extremely fortunate to receive an upgrade to one of the best rooms I’ve ever stayed in.. the Turret Suite. Views in every direction.. Big Ben, West Minster, Downing St, Horse guards ( with horses) Trafalgar Square and Nelson’s Column, fantastic room. Must also add… Japanese style heated toilet seat on the loo… my new ‘must have’! The spa is something else, with a huge pool and the most sumptuous changing rooms and facilities I’ve ever seen! Overall, our new ‘go to’ hotel in London.. the best, with the very best staff! Thank you all for a wonderful stay.