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The Guardsman Hotel and Residences

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Luxury
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5.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Sanctuary steps from the palace

Intimate underground dining with exceptional afternoon tea. Heated bathroom floors and plush beds await after exploring Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. Attentive staff treats guests like royalty, offering welcome drinks for your sophisticated London stay.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

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A neatly made bed with white linens and three pillows in black, beige, and gray.

Room, 2 Bedrooms (The Horsbrugh Residence)

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Bedrooms (The Bondfield Residence)

Room, 2 Bedrooms (The Bondfield Residence)

  • 1066 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a coffee maker, a TV mounted on the wall, and a shelf with glasses and cups.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Bedrooms (The Summerskill Residence)

Room, 2 Bedrooms (The Summerskill Residence)

  • 990 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A dining area with a table and chairs, a painting on the wall, and a hanging light fixture.

Room, 3 Bedrooms (The Astor Residence)

  • 1259 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Bedrooms (The Wintringham Residence)

Room, 2 Bedrooms (The Wintringham Residence)

  • 818 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a view of the city through sheer curtains.

Room, 1 Bedroom (The Copeland Residence)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room

Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room (The Guardsman)

Room (The Guardsman)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Located in London, The Guardsman Hotel and Residences is in the city center. Buckingham Palace and Big Ben are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hyde Park and River Thames. Check out an event or a game at Royal Albert Hall, and consider making time for London Eye, a top attraction not to be missed. Guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: St. James's Park Underground Station is just steps away and Victoria Underground Station is 8 minutes by foot. Visit our London travel guide
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1 Vandon Street, Westminster, London, England, SW1H 0AH

What's nearby

  • A river with a stone bridge, lush greenery, and a historic building with multiple spires in the background.
    St. James Park
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A classical fountain with statues, a golden angel, and a neoclassical building in the background.
    Buckingham Palace
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A large Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework, pointed arches, and a large rose window.
    Westminster Abbey
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A park with a golden statue, a wrought iron fence, and trees.
    Green Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben in London.
    Big Ben
    12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • St. James's Park Underground Station
    2 min walk
  • London Victoria Station
    8 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Albert
    3 min walk
  • Caxton Grill
    3 min walk
  • St. Ermin's Tea Lounge
    5 min walk
  • Buckingham Arms
    1 min walk
  • Zizzi
    5 min walk

About this property

The Guardsman Hotel and Residences

  • Luxury hotel near Buckingham Palace
  • Located close to Big Ben and Trafalgar Square, The Guardsman Hotel and Residences provides a free grocery shopping service, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, The Drawing Room, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
    • A porter/bellhop, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
    • Free newspapers, concierge services, and an elevator
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and walkable location
  • Room features
  • All 59 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the comfortable rooms at the property.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Children's slippers, children's books, and childcare services
    • Heated floors, designer toiletries, and showers
    • 40-cm Smart TVs with streaming services and premium channels
    • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by these third-party sustainability certification schemes: ECOsmart and Green Tourism Program. For more information on what these certifications require and verify, please visit their websites.
  • The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 28.50 for adults and GBP 28.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Bar
  • The Dining Room
  • The Drawing Room

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-cm smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 28.50 for adults and GBP 28.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 126 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Guardsman Hotel and Residences pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Guardsman Hotel and Residences?

As of Aug 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Guardsman Hotel and Residences on Aug 26, 2026 start from CA $399, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Guardsman Hotel and Residences?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Guardsman Hotel and Residences?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The Guardsman Hotel and Residences provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of GBP 126 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Guardsman Hotel and Residences located?

Located in London City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. Big Ben and Victoria Station Travel Information Centre are also within 15 minutes. St. James's Park Underground Station is only a 2-minute walk and Victoria Underground Station is 8 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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