The Guardsman
Contemporary British boutique meets private members' club. Think mood lighting, Christophe Robin toiletries, herringbone parquet floors, black-and-white marble bathrooms, and a Dining Room that feels like it belongs to someone's very well-appointed townhouse. Quiet, personal, and deliberately unshowy.
Book direct: the hotel's best available rate includes breakfast, a welcome drink, a welcome amenity, and a room upgrade (subject to availability)
Why It Matters
Multi-year Condé Nast Johansens award winner. One of very few London hotels that genuinely operates like a members' club — the Dining Room is exclusive to guests and their visitors, and the service is consistently described as knowing and attentive rather than scripted. The location is hard to beat: 100m from St James's Park Underground, 6 minutes to Buckingham Palace, and somehow peaceful despite it all.
A 5-star boutique hotel with a genuine members' club feel, sitting on a quiet Westminster side street just a 6-minute walk from Buckingham Palace. The mottled-brick exterior — grey with gold trim — doesn't look like a traditional hotel, which is part of the point. Inside, it's all curated art, enveloping sofas, and a team that remembers your name. The 53 rooms are individually designed; the 6 self-contained private residences take things further with full kitchens and optional private chefs.
Where You'll Stay
11 room types available
Astor Apartment
The largest residence — three bedrooms and the only one at this scale in the hotel. Fully equipped kitchen, wine fridge, and full hotel services. Capable of accommodating families or small groups of up to around six. Named after Nancy Astor, the first woman to take a seat in Parliament — consistent with the hotel's theme of naming residences after pioneering women.
Three bedroomsBondfield Apartment
Two-bedroom residence with a private terrace AND a bathtub — the only residence (and one of very few rooms in the hotel) with a bathtub. Fully equipped kitchen. A strong choice for guests who want the full apartment experience with outdoor space and a bath.
Two bedroomsCopeland Apartment
A one-bedroom self-contained apartment — the smallest of the six residences. Note: the Copeland does not have a fully equipped kitchen, unlike most of the other residences. Still comes with wine fridge, 24-hour concierge, and all hotel services including optional private chef and pre-stocked F&B.
DoubleDeluxe Room
Flooded with natural light and featuring wooden panelling alongside black-and-white marble bathrooms. The 300 thread count cotton and walk-in rain shower set a polished tone. Interconnecting option available. Dog-friendly and accessible room variants exist.
DoubleExecutive Room
Sits between the Deluxe and Guardsman tiers. Full details align with the standard Guardsman room amenity package — Christophe Robin toiletries, Chromecast TV, Nespresso, underfloor heating, and concierge access. Book the room category page directly for current configurations.
DoubleGuardsman Room
The top hotel room category. Floor-to-ceiling windows pour natural light into spacious doubles that look out over Buckingham Gate or the St James's rooftops. The standout feature is the bespoke in-room freestanding bathtub — one of only a handful in the hotel. Rich colours, soft textures, and mood lighting throughout. These are genuinely lovely rooms.
DoubleHorsbrugh Apartment
A two-bedroom residence. Note: like the Copeland, the Horsbrugh does not feature a fully equipped kitchen. Two en-suite bathrooms, comfortable living space, and access to all hotel services. Good for two couples or a small family.
Two bedroomsSingle Room
The cosiest option in the hotel. Traditional herringbone parquet flooring meets slick modern chairs and a black-and-white marble en-suite. No bathtub — walk-in shower only. High-tech mood lighting and underfloor heating in the bathroom. Good for solo travellers who want five-star touches without paying for space they won't use.
Single/QueenSummerskill Apartment
Two-bedroom residence with the rare bonus of a private outdoor terrace. Fully equipped kitchen, wine fridge, and all hotel services. One of only two residences in the building with private outdoor space — worth the premium for summer stays.
Two bedroomsSuperior Double Room
A comfortable step up from the singles. Plenty of space to relax with a supremely comfortable double bed, walk-in shower, Nespresso machine, and Christophe Robin toiletries. Interconnecting room option makes this a reasonable choice for families or friends travelling together. Dog-friendly.
DoubleWintringham Apartment
Two-bedroom residence with a fully equipped kitchen. Self-contained and suitable for extended stays. All hotel services — concierge, room service, optional private chef — available on request.
Two bedroomsThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
All room categories include access to a nearby local gym. There is no on-site fitness facility.
The hotel packs its homemade afternoon tea into a picnic basket. Guests take it to St James's Park, a 6-minute walk away. A very London thing to do.
A dedicated concierge team handles restaurant reservations, local activity bookings, transport arrangements, and anything else guests need. Available 24 hours. They'll also arrange a private chef or valet for residence guests.
Well-behaved dogs are welcome. The Dining Room has a dedicated canine menu. Dog bowls and baskets provided. Certain room categories (Superior Double, Deluxe, Guardsman Rooms) are designated dog-friendly.
The entire hotel can be booked exclusively — for product launches, corporate team events, private celebrations, or intimate family gatherings. 700 sq ft of event space across 4 rooms.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Accessible bathrooms and wheelchair-accessible rooms available. Accessible parking nearby.
A curated library available to guests, consistent with the hotel's members' club atmosphere.
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and in all rooms.
Same-day return available if items submitted by 9am. Shirts from £10, trousers from £8.
Complimentary grocery shopping service — particularly useful for residence guests with kitchen facilities.
Gift vouchers available through the hotel's dedicated voucher portal.
No valet or on-site parking. Q-Park Victoria is the nearest option — approximately 10-minute walk — at around £44/day.
All bedding is hypo-allergenic. No duck, down, or feather bedding used anywhere in the hotel.
Despite the hotel's proximity to Buckingham Gate, rooms are soundproofed — consistently praised by guests for quiet nights.
24-hour room service available to all guests and residence occupants.
Airport transfers available at a surcharge. Must be requested at least 72 hours before arrival via the hotel's contact details on the booking confirmation.
There is no swimming pool at the hotel.
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