When only the finest will do, Rosewood London stands as one of the most celebrated five star hotels in the capital. Occupying a magnificent Edwardian baroque building on High Holborn, this iconic address combines grand architecture with contemporary luxury, delivering an experience that defines what a five star London hotel should feel like.
Rated 4.7 out of 5 from over 3,535 verified guest reviews, Rosewood London consistently earns its place among the very best hotels in the city. From the sweeping courtyard entrance to the meticulously appointed suites, every detail has been considered for guests who expect nothing less than exceptional.
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As one of London's premier five star hotels, Rosewood London offers a range of room categories to suit different preferences and group sizes. Entry-level Superior Rooms provide a beautifully appointed base in the heart of the city, while Deluxe Rooms and Premier Rooms offer additional space and enhanced views. For the ultimate indulgence, the hotel's collection of suites – including the spectacular Manor House Suites – deliver a truly residential feel with separate living areas, butler service, and extraordinary attention to detail.
Rates at Rosewood London vary by season, room type, and availability. Booking through Madyen.com gives you access to exclusive rates with savings of up to 15%, and you can secure your preferred room with just a £20 deposit. Whether you are planning a romantic weekend, a business trip, or a special occasion, Madyen.com offers the flexibility and value to make your five star London stay a reality.
Family Room
387 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 2 Double BedsMore detailsExecutive Room, 1 King Bed
334 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsExecutive Room, 1 King Bed (Grand)
355 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsGrand Room, 1 King Bed (Premier)
398 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsJunior Suite
474 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsDeluxe Suite
721 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsGrand Premier Suite
904 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsPremier Suite
764 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 2 Twin BedsMore detailsDeluxe Room, 1 King Bed
312 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 King BedMore detailsExecutive Twin Room
334 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 2 Twin BedsMore detailsSuperior Suite
646 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsPearl Suite
1001 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsHouse (Cupola)
1033 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsHouse (Holborn)
1087 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsHouse (Noble)
1076 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsHouse (Chancery)
1270 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsHouse (Garden)
1862 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsHouse (Manor)
2239 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 5 2 King BedsMore detailsHouse (Lincoln)
2702 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 2 King Beds and 1 Twin BedMore detailsNear The British Museum
With a stay at Rosewood London, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 10-minute walk of The British Museum and Royal Opera House. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Covent Garden Market and 1 mi (1.6 km) from St. Paul's Cathedral.
Make yourself at home in one of the 308 guestrooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in London? This hotel has 10968 square feet (1019 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Valet parking (surcharge)
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Most popular facilities
24/7 front desk
Breakfast available
Business services
Spa
Laundry
Free wifi
Gym
Bar
Restaurants
Parking
With a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 3,535 guest reviews, Rosewood London consistently earns exceptional praise from travellers who have experienced its five star hospitality firsthand. Guests repeatedly highlight the outstanding service as a defining feature, with many noting that staff go far beyond expectations to personalise every aspect of a stay.
The Holborn Dining Room and Scarfes Bar receive frequent acclaim, with reviewers describing both as among the finest hospitality venues in London. The Mirror Room afternoon tea is a particular favourite, praised for its theatrical presentation and exceptional quality. Guests also consistently commend the room quality, citing the luxurious bedding, spacious marble bathrooms, and meticulous housekeeping as highlights of their stay.
Business travellers appreciate the hotel's central location and world-class meeting facilities, while leisure guests value the sense of occasion that Rosewood London creates from the moment of arrival. The overwhelming consensus across thousands of reviews is simple: Rosewood London delivers a five star London experience that exceeds even the highest expectations.
Rosewood London is located on 252 High Holborn, in the vibrant heart of central London. This prestigious address sits at the crossroads of some of the city's most exciting neighbourhoods, making it an ideal base for both leisure and business travellers seeking a five star hotel with unrivalled access to everything London has to offer.
High Holborn connects the legal and financial districts of the City of London with the cultural energy of the West End. To the west, the world-famous entertainment and dining of Covent Garden is just a short stroll away. To the east, the historic lanes of Chancery Lane and the Inns of Court offer a fascinating glimpse into London's legal heritage. Bloomsbury – home to the British Museum – is immediately to the north, while the Thames Embankment and South Bank are easily reachable on foot or by a brief Tube journey.
The neighbourhood itself has undergone significant transformation in recent years, with an impressive array of restaurants, bars, and independent boutiques complementing the area's historic character. For guests staying at a five star hotel in London, this location offers the perfect balance of central convenience and neighbourhood charm.
Rosewood London benefits from outstanding transport connections, making it one of the most accessible five star hotels in the capital regardless of where you are travelling from.
London Underground: The hotel is served by two Tube stations within immediate walking distance. Holborn station (Central and Piccadilly lines) is approximately a two-minute walk, providing direct connections to the West End, Heathrow Airport, and much of central London. Chancery Lane station (Central line) is equally close, offering fast access to the City and Liverpool Street.
From Heathrow Airport: Take the Piccadilly line from any Heathrow terminal directly to Holborn station – a straightforward journey of approximately 50 to 60 minutes with no changes required.
From Gatwick Airport: The Gatwick Express or Thameslink services run to St Pancras International or Farringdon, both within a short Tube or taxi ride of the hotel.
From St Pancras and King's Cross: Both major rail terminals are reachable in under 10 minutes by Tube via the Piccadilly or Metropolitan lines.
By Bus: Numerous bus routes serve High Holborn, connecting the hotel to virtually every part of central London. By Taxi or Rideshare: Black cabs and rideshare services are readily available throughout the day and night in this central location.
Staying at a five star hotel on High Holborn places you within easy reach of an extraordinary concentration of London's most celebrated attractions, cultural institutions, and entertainment destinations.
London is a year-round destination and Rosewood London delivers a five star experience in every season, though each time of year offers a distinct character and set of experiences worth considering when planning your stay.
Spring (March to May) is widely considered one of the finest times to visit London. The city's parks burst into bloom, the weather becomes increasingly pleasant, and the cultural calendar fills with major exhibitions and events. Hotel rates tend to be more competitive than peak summer, making spring an excellent time to secure exceptional value at a five star London hotel.
Summer (June to August) brings long days, outdoor events, and a lively atmosphere across the city. Wimbledon, outdoor theatre in the parks, and the London Festival of Architecture are just a few of the seasonal highlights. This is peak season, so booking well in advance through Madyen.com is strongly recommended to secure preferred room types and the best available rates.
Autumn (September to November) is a favourite among seasoned London visitors. The summer crowds thin, temperatures remain mild, and the cultural season reaches full swing with new theatre productions, gallery openings, and major events. Rates often become more favourable as the season progresses.
Winter (December to February) transforms London into a festive wonderland. Christmas lights on the West End, ice skating rinks, and the city's spectacular New Year celebrations make this a magical time to stay at a luxury hotel. January and February offer some of the most competitive rates of the year for travellers with flexibility on timing.
For travellers seeking the definitive five star London hotel experience, Rosewood London is an outstanding choice that consistently delivers on every measure of luxury hospitality. The combination of its magnificent Edwardian building, exceptional dining and bar offering, world-class spa facilities, and genuinely personalised service creates an experience that is difficult to match anywhere in the capital.
Its 4.7 rating from over 3,535 reviews is not merely impressive – it reflects a hotel that has earned the loyalty and admiration of thousands of discerning guests. Whether you are visiting London for a special occasion, a business trip, or simply because you believe the finest city in the world deserves the finest hotel, Rosewood London will exceed your expectations.
Booking through Madyen.com makes the decision even easier. Secure your stay with just a £20 deposit, benefit from flexible payment options, take advantage of free cancellation on most rates, and save up to 15% on your booking. There has never been a better time to experience one of London's greatest five star hotels.
Wonderful · 1,001 reviews
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Location
9.0/10
Recommendation
89.3%
Closest airports
London City Airport (LCY)
15.6 km / 9.7 mi
Heathrow Airport (LHR)
29 km / 18 mi
Gatwick Airport (LGW)
86.9 km / 54 mi
Luton Airport (LTN)
54.5 km / 33.9 mi
Stansted Airport (STN)
56.7 km / 35.2 mi
What's nearby
King's College London
0.4 km / 0.3 mi
The British Museum
0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Royal Opera House
0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Russell Square
0.7 km / 0.5 mi
The Strand
0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Tottenham Court Road
0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Covent Garden Market
0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Lyceum Theatre
0.9 km / 0.6 mi
University College London
1 km / 0.6 mi
Leicester Square
1.2 km / 0.8 mi
University of London
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
National Gallery
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Piccadilly
1.6 km / 1 mi
Charing Cross
1.6 km / 1 mi
Piccadilly Circus
1.6 km / 1 mi
Most Popular Amenities
24/7 front desk
Breakfast available
Business services
Spa
Laundry
Free wifi
Gym
Bar
Restaurants
Parking
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Room service
Top family-friendly amenities
Extra beds/cribs
Parking and transportation
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Valet parking (surcharge)
Food and drink
2 bars/lounges
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
2 restaurants
Minibar
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Restaurants on site
Number of bars/lounges - 2
Activities nearby
Valet parking (surcharge)
Things to do
Free use of nearby fitness center
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Free cribs/infant beds
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe-deposit box at front desk
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tours/ticket assistance
Daily housekeeping
Families love it for
Free cribs/infant beds
Business services
24-hour business center
Business center
Conference center
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 10968
Conference space size (meters) - 1019
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Terrace
Full-service spa
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 10968
Conference space size (meters) - 1019
Free newspapers in lobby
Full-service spa
Spa treatment room(s)
Free weekday newspaper
Languages spoken
Arabic
German
Greek
English
Spanish
French
Italian
Japanese
Dutch
Polish
Portuguese
Russian
Thai
Ukrainian
Chinese (Mandarin)
Chinese (Cantonese)
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Common areas
Accessible airport shuttle
Elevator
Elevator door width (centimeters) - 109
Elevator door width (inches) - 43
Internet access - wireless
Internet access in public areas - surcharge
No accessible shuttle
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
High-speed internet access
Wheelchair accessible
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type.Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
General Instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
Optional extras
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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