A Front-Row Seat to Royal London
Quintessential British Luxury Directly Facing the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace
Exceeding expectations at every turn, The Rubens at the Palace is a distinguished luxury boutique hotel in The Red Carnation Hotel Collection, ideally situated directly opposite the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace. Offering 161 richly appointed bedrooms, lavish suites, and serviced apartments, this fully renovated property takes genuine pride in delivering impeccable, heartfelt service steeped in British royal tradition.
From the panoramic windows of The Palace Lounge, guests enjoy an unrivaled vantage point to watch the royal carriages, state coaches, and equestrian escorts depart the palace gates while indulging in an award-winning Royal Afternoon Tea. The hotel's culinary destinations are celebrated throughout London: The English Grill serves prime cuts of meat grilled over charcoal in an open theatre kitchen, The Curry Room presents authentic regional Indian delicacies, and The New York Bar enchants with bespoke cocktails and nightly live music.
Each guestroom is individually designed with royal portraits, rich fabrics, crystal chandeliers, and handcrafted furnishings, balancing rich historical charm with contemporary amenities. Located within easy walking distance of Victoria Station, St. James's Park, and Westminster Abbey, The Rubens at the Palace provides the quintessential royal London experience.
Accommodations & Royal Suites
Opulent Decor, Rich Fabrics, and Direct Views of Buckingham Palace Royal Mews
Classic Rooms
Classic King Room
Individually decorated guestroom featuring plush king bedding, rich fabrics, marble ensuite bathroom with luxury Floris London toiletries, and thoughtful Red Carnation comforts.
Royal Mews View
Royal Mews View Room
Exceptional guestroom directly facing the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace, offering front-row vistas of royal carriages and processions, bespoke artwork, and marble bathroom.
Executive Rooms
Executive King Room
Spacious and sophisticated room featuring generous sitting area, work desk, vibrant bespoke furnishings, and views overlooking Buckingham Palace Road.
Suites
Junior Suite
Open-plan suite boasting an integrated lounge area with sofa, antique furnishings, ornate chandelier, and luxury bathroom with plush bathrobes and slippers.
Signature Master Suites
The Master Suite
Regally themed signature suite with a separate drawing room, dining table, four-poster or canopy king bed, crystal chandeliers, and prime views directly overlooking the Royal Mews.
Culinary Excellence & Royal Afternoon Tea
Josper Charcoal Grills, Authentic Regional Curries, and Carriage Views
Josper Charcoal Grill • Fine Dining
The English Grill
Opulently designed with rich royal red furnishings, sparkling chandeliers, and tailcoat service. Prime cuts of British beef and fresh seafood prepared in a charcoal-fired Josper grill viewed through an open theatre glass wall.
Award-Winning Royal Afternoon Tea
The Palace Lounge
Overlooking the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace, serving award-winning Royal Afternoon Tea with pastries influenced by British monarchs, freshly baked scones, clotted cream, and rare tea infusions.
Authentic Indian Fine Dining
The Curry Room
An intimate culinary gem serving authentic regional Indian curries and tandoori specialties created by Executive Chef Arun Kumar, using heritage spices in a warm, clubby setting.
Cocktails • Nightly Live Music
The New York Bar
A vibrant cocktail bar featuring nightly live piano and vocal performances, creative bespoke mixology, premium champagnes, and light dining bites in an atmospheric, stylish setting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Essential Information for Your Stay at The Rubens at the Palace
When booking through Vincent Vacations (Signature Travel Network partner), you receive exclusive VIP amenities including daily full English breakfast for two in The English Grill, a GBP 75 (approx. $100 USD) hotel food and beverage credit per stay, a room upgrade upon arrival subject to availability, early check-in and late check-out subject to availability, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.
Yes, The Rubens at the Palace is positioned directly opposite the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace. Guests in Royal Mews View rooms and visitors having Afternoon Tea in The Palace Lounge enjoy front-row views of royal horse-drawn carriages and ceremonial processions entering and leaving the palace.
Yes, Royal Afternoon Tea in The Palace Lounge can be billed to your room folio and covered using your GBP 75 hotel food and beverage credit. Advance reservations are highly recommended through your Vincent Vacations travel advisor.
The Rubens at the Palace is located at 39 Buckingham Palace Road (SW1W 0PS). It is a 3-minute walk from Victoria Station (Gatwick Express, Underground, and National Rail), and within easy walking distance of St. James's Park, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, and Victoria Palace Theatre.
Yes, as part of The Red Carnation Hotel Collection, The Rubens offers an exceptional family program including child-friendly check-in gifts, Junior Afternoon Tea, board games, customized family suites, and dedicated concierge services for family-friendly London sightseeing.
