Rubens At The Palace

5 Star Hotel

8.8

Victoria, London

About Rubens At The Palace

Set opposite Buckingham Palace’s Royal Mews, The Rubens at the Palace is a refined five‑star London townhouse that marries heritage interiors with modern comfort. Guests savour the English Grill and Palace Lounge with views of the royal stables, and retire to individually designed suites with marble bathrooms.

Check-in

From 15:00

Check-out

Until 12:00

Breakfast

Continental, Full English/Irish, American, Buffet

Hotel Information

Full Address

39 Buckingham Palace Road, Westminster Borough, London, SW1W 0PS, United Kingdom

Neighborhood

Victoria

Guest Rating

8.8/10

Hotel Amenities & Features

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Wellness

Wellness treatments (massage, facial, hydrotherapy, etc.)

In-room spa and beauty treatments available via partner London Serenity; guests can book massages and beauty treatments to be delivered in-room. The hotel also promotes access to specialist wellness partners (The HVN in Knightsbridge) for advanced facials and longevity treatments.

other: Complimentary yoga mats & Sports Buddies / in-room fitness resources

Hotel provides complimentary yoga mats and fitness videos for guests, plus a 'Sports Buddies' programme to arrange jogging/tennis/cycling partners and local guided runs or activity companionship; hotel also points guests to nearby jogging routes and St James’s Park.

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Dining

Fine dining restaurant(s)

The English Grill offers refined British fine-dining cuisine overseen by the Executive Chef (AA Rosette–level offering cited by hotel materials); the hotel also features The Curry Room as a specialist dining outlet.

Bar / lounge

Multiple bars and lounges including The New York Bar and Palace Lounge (four bars/lounges advertised); venues serve cocktails, pre-theatre drinks and informal dining options.

Afternoon tea service

Royal Afternoon Tea and specialty options (including Bottomless Champagne Afternoon Tea and themed/seasonal afternoon teas) served in the Palace Lounge overlooking the Royal Mews; bespoke tea experiences and children's afternoon tea also offered.

Private dining room

Private dining and event spaces available (private rooms, Palace Lounge and English Grill can be used for parties and private dining — English Grill private capacity advertised up to ~100 guests for events).

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Unique Features

Panoramic or landmark views

Public spaces (Palace Lounge) and some rooms offer direct views over the Royal Mews and are positioned opposite Buckingham Palace, providing landmark-facing vistas.

Historical building / heritage architecture

Established heritage property in London's royal quarter with a long history and traditional, period architecture and interiors (hotel highlights its royal heritage and historic character).

Art or curated design collection

Hotel décor features curated pieces including original oil paintings, Murano chandeliers and bespoke interior design elements throughout public areas and rooms.

Prime location (landmark adjacent, riverfront, iconic neighbourhood)

Located on Buckingham Palace Road directly opposite the Royal Mews and only minutes' walk from Victoria Station—described as being in London's 'royal heart' adjcent to major landmarks.

Sustainability / eco-certified operations

Hotel highlights sustainability initiatives including a Living Wall (10,000 plants) to improve air quality and on-site rooftop beehives; partner/booking listings also reference renewable-energy and recycling policies.

Wellness-focused design (sleep pods, circadian lighting, air purification)

Living Wall on the building contributes to improved air quality and guest wellbeing; hotel promotes wellness-led design elements and partnerships to support guest health and air quality.

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