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Raffles London at The OWO

57 Whitehall, London, England, SW1A 2BX
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Raffles London at The OWO is a vibrant new destination opening in London (Opening Summer 2023). The first time The Old War Office will open its doors to the public. The first Raffles hotel in the UK The first Guerlain Spa in London, spanning 4 floors, including a 20 metre swimming pool, 9 treatment rooms and a partnership with wellness experts Pillar The OWO is an epic stage for any event from lavish Gala Dinners and Conferences in the magnificent Whitehall Ballroom, to stunning receptions or banquets in the Lawrence Foyer. Intimate meetings or breakout rooms work perfectly in the Morse & Code rooms. 120 guest rooms including 39 suites. 9 restaurant's and 3 bars.

Venue Details

ChainAccor
BrandRaffles Hotels
Built2023
Renovated2023
Total meeting space13,850 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms120
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Forbes Travel Guide
AA Hotel Services

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (urban)
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • VIP services
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Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
13,850 sq. ft.
Largest room
7,297.9 sq. ft.
Space (private)
13,800 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
8
Second largest room
4,876.1 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Max capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
7,297.9 sq. ft.
100.1 x 65.7 sq. ft.
23.0 ft.
600
-
600
-
580
384
360
384
4,876.1 sq. ft.
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23.0 ft.
390
-
390
-
308
168
-
200
2,432.6 sq. ft.
-
23.0 ft.
170
-
170
-
160
112
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4,574.7 sq. ft.
-
-
320
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320
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1,011.8 sq. ft.
44.1 x 18.0 sq. ft.
6.6 ft.
42
33
40
-
42
36
30
24
958.0 sq. ft.
43.4 x 50.8 sq. ft.
6.6 ft.
42
33
40
-
42
36
30
-
269.1 sq. ft.
-
6.6 ft.
12
9
10
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12
-
333.7 sq. ft.
-
6.6 ft.
12
9
10
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12
-
258.3 sq. ft.
-
6.6 ft.
12
9
10
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12
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Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
120
Suites
39
Tax rate
20%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 8.57 mi
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( £70.00/day )
Street parking

Local Attractions

The London Eye
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Recreation
12 mins
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Southbank
River Thames
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Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace
Historical landmark
18 mins
The King's official London residence and a working royal palace. Buckingham Palace is recognised around the world as the home of the monarch, the focus of national and royal celebrations, as well as the backdrop to the regular Changing the Guard ceremony. Explore the magnificent State Rooms which are open to visitors on selected dates for Exclusive Guided Tours during winter and spring, and for 10 weeks each summer. Dates for summer 2023 are Friday, 14 July to Sunday, 24 September - book in advance for the best value.
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London, GB
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National Gallery
National Gallery
Museum
8 mins
The National Gallery is an art museum in Trafalgar Square in the City of Westminster, in Central London, England. Founded in 1824, in Trafalgar Square since 1838, it houses a collection of over 2,300 paintings dating from the mid-13th century to 1900.
Trafalgar Square
London, GB WC2N 5DN
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Big Ben
Big Ben
Historical landmark
7 mins
Big Ben is probably the world's most famous clock. That iconic silhouette is instantly recognisable and is one of the most Instagrammed landmarks on the planet. Technically, Big Ben is the name given to the massive bell inside the clock tower, which weighs more than 13 tons (13,760 kg). The clock tower looks spectacular at night when the four clock faces are illuminated.
London, LND, GB SW1A 0AA
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Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey
Historical landmark
9 mins
Westminster Abbey is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066, and is the final resting place of 17 monarchs. The church we see today was begun by Henry III in 1245. It’s one of the most important Gothic buildings in the country, and has the medieval shrine of an Anglo-Saxon saint at its heart.
Westminster Abbey
Dean's Yard
London, LND, GB SW1P 3PA
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Additional Information

Facility Restrictions

Pet Friendly Non Smoking Hotel

Additional details

Raffles London is located at the heart of Whitehall, a powerful address to discover London from a new perspective and embrace the magic o occasions where stimulating conversations and perspective-shifting experiences taking place at every turn. The building has been home to major historical figures such as Sir Winston Churchill and Lord Kitchener and was the inspiration behind Ian Fleming's James Bond novels.

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