The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels And Resorts – A Favorite for Families in London
About the Hotel
Rooms & Residences
The Guardsman offers 53 rooms and six private residences. Rooms include underfloor heating, Nespresso machines, and Noble Isle toiletries. Residences feature fully fitted kitchens, wine fridges, and private terraces. The Astor Residence spans 117sqm with a 38sqm terrace, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a Japanese soaking tub. Dog-friendly options include pet sitting and custom dog menus.
Dining Options
The Dining Room serves seasonal British dishes like Battered Haddock and Smoked Duck Breast. The Drawing Room offers Royal Parks-inspired afternoon tea with Goldstein Scottish salmon sandwiches and raspberry pistachio tarts. The Bar stocks 250 whiskies. Picnic Afternoon Tea is available for outdoor dining in nearby St James's Park.
Location & Transport
The hotel is on Buckingham Gate, a 5-minute walk to Buckingham Palace. St James's Park Tube Station (Circle/District lines) is 100m away. Victoria Station is an 11-minute walk, with direct trains to Gatwick Airport (30 minutes). Heathrow is 45 minutes via the Piccadilly Line.
Services & Amenities
24-hour concierge arranges private chefs, valets, and guided yoga. Rooms include Chromecast-enabled TVs and Malin+Goetz toiletries. Electric vehicle charging points are nearby. Business services include soundproof meeting spaces in residences. Families receive organic baby toiletry sets and Guardsman teddy bears.
Local Attractions
Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey are 5 minutes away. The Science Museum and Hamleys toy store are a 15-minute train ride. St James's Park and Green Park are within 9 minutes' walk. The concierge curates itineraries for London Zoo or the Natural History Museum.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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