The Rookery is a haven of calm in the heart of Europe's busiest financial centre.
Tucked away in a tree-shaded lane off Cowcross Street in fashionable Clerkenwell is The Rookery, a charming row of 18th century houses, restored to create this delightful small hotel.
Inside you will find period charm. Polished wood panelling, stone-flagged floors, open fires and genuine antique furniture give the place a homely atmosphere: more private club than hotel. Each of the 33 rooms are different and are named after people who actually lived in the buildings over the last 250 years. All rooms are fully air-conditioned and have free broadband connectivity.
The Rookery has the atmosphere of a private club, appealing enormously to visitors doing business in the Square Mile. The oak-panelled Drawing Room and Library can be booked for meetings over breakfast, lunch and dinner. Delicious breakfast croissants are baked on the premises, though not in the 18th century bread ovens which still survive below stairs.
Just outside the Square Mile of London's financial district, it is a few minutes walk from St. Paul's Cathedral and The Bank of England. It is an area with a rich heritage and a vibrancy matched by the fast-moving action of the City.
From the Lloyd's building to the Barbican, from Smithfield Market and Hatton Garden, to the Tate Modern at Bankside, The Rookery is conveniently placed for all that is happening in one of the world's biggest cities.
Hotel Facilities
General
Luggage Storage,
Bar,
Airconditioning,
Garden,
All Public and Private spaces non-smoking,
Non-Smoking Rooms,
Design Hotel,
24-Hour Front Desk,
Safety Deposit Box,
Gay Friendly.
Services
Fax/Photocopying,
Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN,
Internet Services,
Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
Breakfast in the Room,
Babysitting/Child Services,
Room Service,
Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included,
Dry Cleaning,
Ticket Service,
Bridal Suite.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
You may check in from 15:00 hours onwards.
You must check out by 12:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is included.
Parking
No parking available.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome.
All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged GBP 30.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Castle wardrobes and secretaires, vast oak beds with ornately carved Gothic headboards, Victorian commodes, in-laid tables and original oak panelling have all been restored in these rooms which were once home to a magistrate, an architect, a surgeon and a master baker, to name a few of the original inhabitants. Egyptian cotton linen and free- standing Victorian roll-top baths.
Situated in fashionable Clerkenwell amongst some of the city's trendiest eateries, the Soho of the East is the nickname for this buzzing area. The Rookery is representative of the area's appealing blend of historic and hip.
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