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The Rubens at the Palace

4.0 of 5
39 Buckingham Palace Road | Victoria, London SW1W 0PS, England (Victoria)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Toronto, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

We booked this hotel because of its convenient location. The staff are all lovely people and try very hard to keep the customer happy. They get full marks for that. The buffet breakfast is also very well done, with a wide variety of good, fresh and hot food. Unfortunately there are some problems with the hotel. Our room is very... More

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Kansas City, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

We stayed here on our honeymoon. The staff was fantastic and even had a slice of cake to welcome us in our room. The concierge was very helpful and had a lot of great tips. The room as a little small by American standards, but for London it was good sized. The mirrors along the head board wall make it... More

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UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Stayed at a superior King room, which was nicely decorated with a special theme. The hotel is conveniently located right next to attractions like Buckingham Palace and St. James. The staff is really friendly and it made us felt at home.

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New York, NY
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11 hotel reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

I moved to London with two cats and the three of us needed a place to stay for a few days before my flat was ready. The Rubens did an amazing job of removing a significant source of stress from a stressful situation. Upon arrival, the room was already set up for the cats with a litter box, pet beds,... More

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Tampa
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Not sure what I was expecting, but The Rubens delivered quality service in spades! My room was not large at all, but it was beautifully appointed and overlooked the Mews directly across the street. Bed was extremely comfortable. The staff went above and beyond to answer questions and be helpful. I paid extra for the breakfast and was delighted I... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

What a 1st class Hotel. From start to finish we were treated amazingly well. Genuinely friendly staff made us very welcome. The room was spotless and had everything you could need, and the shower was something else!! We had wondered whether to include breakfast but we were delighted we did. Everything you could have wanted was there and it set... More

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Bonn, Germany
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

Lovely suit with a great location. We stayed in the King's suit, a great 2 room, 2 bath apartment. The staff could not have been nicer. Wonderful turndown service. Went out of their way for our child with games etc. Sure made my little girl feel special. They even ran to get her during lunch when the Queen's horses drove... More

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Kansas City, Missouri
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58 reviews 58 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

We could not have been happier with our stay at The Rubens! Our room, while not large, was clean and well-appointed. And I can't say enough about their staff. Everyone we encountered was friendly and so willing to help. Dave, the concierge, jumped at the opportunity to assist us and arrange anything we needed. You can trust his helpful tips... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

This is a good hotel , the location can not be beat. The staff is wonderful , always willing to help. They go out of there way to accommodate you. Andrew with room service is great, very funny fellow! always makes you smile when you speak with him ,just like we were old friends. The room I was in 421... More

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Oakland, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

We stayed in their one bedroom apt. VERY nice, beautifully appointed with velvet wallpaper and comfortable furniture, also with a great shower (from the ceiling). The kitchen fridge was stocked with essentials for a nice breakfast. Bedroom was upstairs with very little closet space but good bed and very quiet. The staff was helpful, knowledgeable and very welcoming. Location is... More

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What travelers say

  • Very good(57)
  • Royal Mews(43)
  • Afternoon tea(25)
  • Friendly and helpful(20)
  • Short walk(16)
  • Full English breakfast(13)
  • St James park(8)
  • Air conditioning(7)
  • Would highly recommend(7)
  • Victoria tube(6)

Additional Information about The Rubens at the Palace

Address: 39 Buckingham Palace Road | Victoria, London SW1W 0PS, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > London > Victoria
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites
Hotel Style:
#27 Family Hotels in London
#29 Luxury Hotels in London
#36 Romantic Hotels in London
#61 Business Hotels in London
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Traditional, Edwardian-era hotel, originally built as a debutante hostel for nearby Buckingham Palace. ... more   less 
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