The Rubens at the Palace
London, England
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About the Hotel
The Rubens at the Palace is the closest you'll get to a sleepover with the Queen without a state visit invitation. The hotel is directly across from the royal residence on property that enjoys a colorful past – the Duke of Buckingham lived here in the 1600s, followed by an apothecary and a Court dressmaker. The Rubens, which was built in 1912, housed the Polish army during WWII and gave respite to exiled Charles de Gaulle. The hotel's decadent – and often equally colorful – rooms and suites are a comfortable home base in the epicenter of London.
Location
The Rubens at the Palace
39 Buckingham Palace Road
London, England
SW1W 0PS
Nearest Airport: LHR
Features and Amenities
- Dining
- 24-Hour Room Service
- Dining Room
- On-Site Amenities
- Salon
- Concierge
- Chauffeur Service
- In-Room Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Luxury Linens
- Luxury Bath Amenities
- Activities
- Bike Tours
- Cultural Tours
- Business
- Business Center/Services
- Family
- Children's Amenities
- Nearby
- Historic Sites
- Shopping
- Train Station
- Art Galleries
- Museums
- Restaurants
- Parks
- Theatres
- Public Transportation
- Monuments
- Interests
- City
- Culture & Arts
- Signature Perks
Reviews for The Rubens at the Palace
Fabulous Stay
Our stay at the Rubens at the Palace was one of the highlights of our travels to Great Britain. From the first entrance being greeted by the hotel staff, to our meals in the restaurants to the concierge that was able to help with assorted inquiries, all was perfect. The front desk staff, especially Shristi, was always cheerful and could not have been better, especially when some minor help was needed for our daily travels. I would highly recommend this hotel and will be staying here on our next visit to London.
R D
Lovely hotel
Fabulous stay at the Rubens. Remarkable service from the moment we arrived until checkout. They truly care about the little personal touches that make you feel special and are a step above from the usual big chains. While the rooms are on the cozy side, the charm and amenities earned high marks from our party and the location is ideal for London sightseeing and easy access to Victoria Station.
Tim H
Second stay - still very good
This was our second stay at The Rubens as a family, and I would definitely return again for a family trip to London. The rooms are very nice. Our time in London coincided with a collossal heat wave, but the air conditioning in the rooms had no trouble keeping up with the heat. We were able to sleep comfortably every night without issues. The Rubens is located in an ideal spot accessible to buses, the tube, and is walkable to many sightseeing spots. The breakfast (included in our rate) was top-notch and was a great way to start every day. Housekeeping was a source of a few minor frustrations for us, as multiple times we left the room before 8am (leaving out the "please clean" sign) returning after 3pm to find our room either uncleaned or in the process of being cleaned. After a full day of sightseeing in the heat, it's disappointing to return and be unable to get right into the shower. If you're here on a Friday, definitely take advantage of the historical pub walking tour. It was a fun way to experience London in a casual setting and talk to both a staff member and some fellow guests.
697brienc - Severna Park, Maryland
A few of my favorite things...
The Rubens at the Palace has an unbeatable location in central London, an attentive + warm staff, AMAZING breakfast, comfy beds, and a cozy vibe.
Christina W - Raleigh, North Carolina
A True Gem!
The Rubens is a true gem in the city of London. The staff made us feel welcome from the moment they opened the front doors. We experienced the charm of the city and wonderful hospitality. Mr. Jan welcomes you to the hotel with a smile every day and service at the front desk by Joe and others makes you feel right at home. Cocktails in the lounge and Afternoon Tea in the Tea Room were a delight. Thank you for a very pleasant experience.
Rachel O
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We were simply blown away by every single detail.
-M. Otai
I just returned from an amazing 6 nights at The Rubens. My trip was for business and at the last minute, I had to bring my baby along. This worried me greatly, but thanks to the wonderful staff of the hotel, my week went off without a hitch. The staff couldn't have been any kinder, more helpful, or professional. From the moment we arrived, special attention was paid to the baby and any assistance I needed. There is no doubt that I will be returning to this hotel. It has won a special place in my heart.
-Dr. K. Greene
Our package at the Rubens at the Palace let my mother and me live like a queen. From the flowers in the room, the beautiful suite, the daily high tea, the staff - everything was a deluxe vacation opportunity. My previous vacations to London pale in comparison to this experience.
-P. Conway
I stayed at the hotel and found it to be delightful. It was a good, central location with comfortable, well-appointed rooms. The staff was outstanding, and the food was quite good. I would definitely stay there again!
-L. Read
I can't say enough about the amazing service at the hotel. Everyone was so friendly and helpful whenever we had questions or needed help. The concierge was wonderful and went out of his way to come check on us and see how our day our was turning out. It made us feel very welcome and almost like family! The room was very comfortable, the food in the bar was great, service was amazing. We'll stay here again!
-K. O'Brien
