The Royal Horseguards Hotel
A British icon since 1884 on the banks of the Thames
Last updated on 15th September 2026
About The Royal Horseguards Hotel
A Grade II-listed hotel on Whitehall Court, overlooking the Thames, occupying a building that once housed the National Liberal Club and the apartments of Britain's first Chief of Secret Intelligence. It suits visitors wanting a central London base with history attached, from leisure travellers to those booking meetings or weddings in its period function rooms.
Rooms run from Guest Double, Twin and Single through to Deluxe Double, Twin, Family and King options, with a further tier of Double and King rooms facing the garden or the river. At the top of the range sit the Library Suite, the Apartment Suite, the River View Waterloo Suite, the River View Royal Horseguards Suite and the Tower Suite. Dining is split across One Twenty One Two Restaurant, named after Scotland Yard's old telephone number, the Equus Bar, The Green Parlour for afternoon tea, and The Terrace. Event spaces include the Gladstone Library and the Reading & Writing Room, and a former private wine cellar now hosts dinners among its original brickwork.
The building was designed by Alfred Waterhouse, architect of the Natural History Museum, and dates the hotel's history to 1884. It forms part of Clermont Hotel Group, and is booked directly through its own website or by phone rather than through a separate reservations network.
What The Royal Horseguards Hotel sells
- Boutique Hotels
- Hotels
- London
- River Thames
Highlights from The Royal Horseguards Hotel
The Tower Suite
A standalone suite set within the hotel's historic tower, combining period architecture with modern living space.
River View Royal Horseguards Suite
A river-facing suite overlooking the Thames, part of the hotel's flagship suite category.
One Twenty One Two Restaurant
The hotel's main restaurant, named after Scotland Yard's original telephone number, serving modern British dishes.
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Questions about The Royal Horseguards Hotel
What is included with the River View Royal Horseguards Suite at the hotel?
The River View Royal Horseguards Suite is one of the hotel's named suites overlooking the Thames, part of a collection that also includes the Waterloo Suite, the Library Suite and the Apartment Suite. The site does not give further specific detail on the suite's furnishings or layout.
Is breakfast free for children staying at The Royal Horseguards Hotel?
Children aged five or under dine for free, and one child aged six to twelve dines free with each full-paying adult, with a £12.50 charge for each additional child in that age range. Children aged thirteen and over are charged full price.
Does The Royal Horseguards Hotel provide cots for babies?
Cots are provided free of charge and can be arranged for a room if requested at the time of booking. Family rooms with sofa beds are also available for those needing extra sleeping space.
What dining options does The Royal Horseguards Hotel have?
The hotel has several dining venues including One Twenty One Two Restaurant serving modern British and European cuisine, the Equus Bar for cocktails, and The Green Parlour for afternoon tea. There is also The Terrace for outdoor dining.
Does The Royal Horseguards Hotel have a gym?
Yes, guests have access to gym facilities on site. The hotel also offers 24-hour reception, free fast Wi-Fi and room service.
What time is check-in and check-out at The Royal Horseguards Hotel?
Check-in begins at 3:00pm and check-out is at 11:00am. Guests wanting an earlier check-in or later check-out should mention this at the time of booking, though a fee may apply.
Can I claim a lower rate if I find one after booking The Royal Horseguards Hotel directly?
Guests who find a lower publicly available rate for an equivalent stay on a competitor site, either before or within 24 hours of booking direct, can submit a Best Rate Guarantee claim. If validated, the hotel will honour the lower rate with an extra 10% off.
Does The Royal Horseguards Hotel offer luggage storage before check-in?
Yes, the concierge desk can store luggage prior to the 3pm check-in time, and again on the day of check-out. This is handled by the hotel's 24-hour concierge team.
Is there parking available at The Royal Horseguards Hotel?
There is no onsite parking at the hotel; the nearest option is the Q Park Car Park on Spring Gardens, Trafalgar Square, which costs £42 for 24 hours. Guests arriving by train or Tube can reach the hotel via a short walk from Embankment or Charing Cross.
How does a Best Rate Guarantee claim get processed at The Royal Horseguards Hotel?
A claim must be submitted by email with details including the hotel name, arrival and departure dates, number of guests, room category and where the cheaper rate was found. If validated, confirmation is sent with a new rate, and guests must respond within 24 hours and prior to local check-in time to complete the process.
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Alternatives to The Royal Horseguards Hotel - Travel & Holidays market
- Corinthia London Sits on the same stretch of Whitehall with a four-floor spa and indoor pool the Horseguards doesn't offer, at a similar five-star price point.
- St Ermin's Hotel Trades the Thames view for a quieter Westminster courtyard, with its own MI6 and Cambridge Five history at a four-star rather than five-star level.
- The Savoy A more famous Thames-side address in Covent Garden for guests prioritising name recognition over the Whitehall setting, usually at a higher rate.
- Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Delivers Thames and Big Ben views from a modern tower on the South Bank at a noticeably lower nightly rate, without the period architecture.
- The Trafalgar St. James Places guests a short walk away overlooking Trafalgar Square itself, in a Hilton Curio Collection hotel rather than an independently run heritage building.