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Hotel Café Royal

London, United Kingdom

A historic destination in the heart of London.

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Property Overview

Hotel Café Royal, a member of The Set, seamlessly blends architectural heritage with modern design in the heart of London's West End. Located at the meeting point of the elegant Mayfair, creative Soho, and historic St. James, its setting is truly exceptional. The property's grand historic spaces have been thoughtfully restored, while its 159 guestrooms and suites, including five signature suites, offer a refined yet contemporary style. Meticulously crafted in soft Portland stone or panels of fumed English oak, all rooms feature luxurious Carrara marble bathrooms with heated walls and floors, rainfall showers, and oversized separate baths in the suites.

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SmartFlyer Exclusives

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
  • Daily full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant and via in-room dining
  • $100 hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
  • $100 credit applicable towards 60+ minute services at Akasha Spa, to be utilized during stay (not applicable towards retail, not combinable, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
  • Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

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Agent Tips

  • At the crossroads of St James’s, Mayfair and Soho, Hotel Café Royal has hosted legends from Oscar Wilde to David Bowie — still the place where London comes to meet and celebrate.
  • Indulge in a suite stay enhanced by complimentary private chauffeur service for up to five hours a day.
  • Akasha Spa is a standout feature: large indoor pool, hammam, sauna, jacuzzi and Watsu hydro-therapy.
Rooms + Suites

A timeless aesthetic.

With 159 rooms, including six signature suites, the hotel offers contemporary yet refined accommodations designed by David Chipperfield. Interiors feature rusticated Portland stone or fumed English oak panelling, creating a timeless aesthetic. Suites provide spacious, apartment-style living with a lobby dressing area, generous bedroom with lounge and workspace, and a luxurious Carrara marble bathroom with rainfall shower, marble bathtub, and mirror TV. Each bathtub is carved from solid Carrara marble on-site!
Pool + Gym

An oasis in the heart of the city.

A sixty-foot long lap pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi form an oasis in the heart of the city, enhanced further by mood lighting, restorative sounds and uplifting aromas. A smaller private Watsu pool is also available for hydrotherapy treatments.

Within Akasha, a large and spacious gym area spans over 230 square feet. Cutting-edge technology includes LifeFitness equipment and personal entertainment centers with touch screens and iPad docks, complemented by an LED ceiling of changing lights to enhance and motivate.
Spa

Marrying innovative Western practices with ancient Eastern traditions.

Akasha Spa is perfectly serene. Eight treatment rooms, including a double treatment Akasha Suite, offer signature treatments which marry innovative Western practices with ancient Eastern traditions. They offer a dynamic range of classes, from yoga and Pilates to boxing and functional workouts, in either their relaxing yoga studio or their dynamic fitness studio. Perfect for one-on-one sessions, their variety of disciplines are led by top fitness experts. Indulge in the exclusive private hammam, adorned with Carrara Marble, offering an impeccable setting to experience their meticulously curated scrubs, treatments, and therapies.
Restaurant + Bar

A destination for tastemakers and kindred spirits.

Continuing its esteemed legacy as a culinary landmark, the hotel presents a diverse array of dining experiences. Michelin-starred Alex Dilling at Hotel Café Royal is one of London’s premier fine dining destinations, offering a modern interpretation of French cuisine. Cakes & Bubbles, helmed by the world-renowned pastry chef Albert Adrià, delights with a selection of exquisite desserts and Champagne. The iconic Café Royal Grill offers a delightful selection of classic and contemporary British dishes for all-day dining, along with an award winning Afternoon Tea experience.

The Green Bar is where creativity thrives and conversations take flight. Allow the mixologists to transport you away from the everyday with their sublime blends of exquisite botanicals, subtle spices, and whimsical spirits. At this storied bar, just steps from Regent Street, encounter an eclectic mix of characters, lost poets, and curious souls seeking their muse. This isn’t just any London cocktail bar; it’s a destination for tastemakers and kindred spirits.
  • Vibe
    Cool and comfortable; historic but with just the right touch of a modern art deco-type twist.
  • Who's it for?
    Sitting on the precipice of some of London’s most iconic locations, Hotel Café Royal has long been the go-to for those that make a difference, an iconic hotel in the heart of London. It is ideal for wellness enthusiasts, couples, multi-generational families, groups, single travelers, and business travelers.
  • Location
    Hotel Café Royal is a landmark in the heart of London, surrounded by some of the city's most iconic neighborhoods. For well over a century, the Café Royal has been a destination in itself, and pleasantly lives on the crossroads of London’s most fabulous locations. With some of the world’s best shopping on its Regent Street doorstep, the hotel is flanked by the glamour of Mayfair, the history of St. James’, and the creativity of Soho.

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