Planning a summer friends trip that blends London market culture, elite race-day glamour, and serious gym time? Rosewood London on High Holborn puts your group at the epicentre of it all. Rated 4.7 stars across 3,535 reviews, this landmark five-star hotel sits a short walk from the cobblestones of Covent Garden Market, gives you swift access to Royal Ascot via London Paddington, and houses a private fitness suite that lets your group train together without queuing beside strangers.
Whether your crew is here for the flower stalls and street performers of Covent Garden, the fashion theatre of the Royal Enclosure, or simply to share a genuinely luxurious base in central London during the summer season, Rosewood London delivers the space, the service, and the style to match. Book today on Madyen.com with just a £20 deposit, instant confirmation, and flexible payment so every member of your group can lock in their place without stress.
Rosewood London is a five-star luxury property, and summer rates reflect its position as one of London's most sought-after hotels during the Royal Ascot season and peak travel months. Rooms and suites vary in size and configuration, with options ranging from classic rooms ideal for individual friends to larger suites with living areas suited to group gatherings. Booking through Madyen.com gives your group access to rates up to 15% lower than standard channels, with the added advantage of securing every room with just a £20 deposit. Flexible payment plans mean the total cost can be spread out, making it easier for every member of the group to commit early — which is particularly important during the Royal Ascot summer period when Rosewood London rooms book out quickly. Check live availability and current pricing on Madyen.com for the most accurate rates for your specific travel dates.
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-star rating drawn from 3,535 guest reviews, Rosewood London consistently earns praise that resonates directly with groups planning a summer friends trip. Guests frequently highlight the exceptional service that makes large group stays feel effortlessly managed, with staff anticipating needs before they are voiced. The fitness facilities receive specific mentions for their quality and the sense of privacy they afford compared to typical hotel gyms. Reviewers visiting during the summer season note how perfectly positioned the hotel is for both spontaneous Covent Garden wandering and structured days out to Royal Ascot, with the Holborn location described as genuinely central without the chaos of the West End. The Scarfes Bar appears repeatedly as a group favourite — a sophisticated, atmospheric space that becomes a natural meeting point before and after days out. Overall, guests describe Rosewood London as a hotel that elevates a friends trip from a good holiday into a genuinely memorable shared experience.
Rosewood London occupies a magnificent Edwardian building on High Holborn, placing your group in one of central London's most strategically positioned postcodes. You are within comfortable walking distance of Covent Garden Market to the west, the legal and cultural heart of the city to the east, and the boutiques and restaurants of Seven Dials and Neal's Yard just beyond. The location sits between the West End's entertainment district and the City's financial quarter, meaning your group benefits from proximity to London's best dining, theatre, and nightlife without being overwhelmed by tourist congestion. For Royal Ascot days, the Holborn Tube station connects your group efficiently to Paddington, where the dedicated Ascot race trains depart. High Holborn is also well served by multiple bus routes and is within easy reach of major London landmarks including the British Museum, Somerset House, and the Strand.
Holborn Underground Station is the primary transport hub for Rosewood London guests, served by the Central Line and Piccadilly Line — two of London's most useful lines for summer visitors. The Piccadilly Line runs directly to London Heathrow Airport, making group arrivals and departures straightforward. For Royal Ascot, take the Central Line west to Bond Street, then change for Paddington, or use the Piccadilly Line to Hammersmith and connect onward — journey times to Paddington are typically under 20 minutes. Covent Garden Station is one stop away on the Piccadilly Line, though the walk from Rosewood London through the backstreets is a pleasant 10 to 15 minutes and passes excellent independent cafes. Charing Cross and Waterloo mainline stations are also easily reachable for groups travelling from other parts of the UK. Black cabs and ride-share services are plentiful on High Holborn at all hours, and the hotel concierge can arrange private group transfers for Ascot race days.
Summer is undeniably the most electric time to base a friends trip at Rosewood London. June brings Royal Ascot, the five-day horse racing festival that is as much about fashion, champagne, and social spectacle as it is about the sport — and your group will want to be dressed and ready well before the race train departs from Paddington. Covent Garden Market is at its most vibrant from June through August, with extended outdoor performances, summer food festivals, and the piazza filled with visitors from around the world. Long summer evenings mean your group can move seamlessly from a late afternoon at the market to cocktails at Scarfes Bar and dinner at the Holborn Dining Room without the day ever feeling rushed. London's summer cultural calendar is relentless — outdoor cinema, open-air concerts at Somerset House, and evening events across the city all compete for your group's attention. Booking early through Madyen.com is strongly recommended for summer stays, particularly around the Royal Ascot race week in June when demand for five-star central London hotels peaks sharply.
If your group is looking for a London summer base that handles Royal Ascot days, Covent Garden mornings, and private fitness sessions with equal elegance, Rosewood London on High Holborn is the definitive answer. Its 4.7-star rating from over 3,500 guests is not accidental — it reflects a hotel that genuinely understands what discerning travellers need, from the quality of its wellness facilities to the warmth of its group-friendly service. The location is simply unmatched for a trip that combines market culture with race-day glamour: Covent Garden is walkable, Paddington is minutes away by Tube, and the hotel itself provides everything your group needs to begin and end each summer day in style. Booking through Madyen.com adds the practical advantages your group deserves — a £20 deposit to secure rooms, instant confirmation, flexible payment, free cancellation on most bookings, and savings of up to 15%. For a friends trip that genuinely lives up to the summer hype, Rosewood London and Madyen.com are the combination to trust.
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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