The Rookery Hotel - Boutique hotel in London, United Kingdom

Hotel Information

Hotel Name:

The Rookery Hotel

Address:

Peter's Lane, Cowcross Street, London, EC1M 6DS

Rating:

4 stars

Year Built:

1764

Year Renovated:

2005

Floors:

Total Rooms:

Non-Smoking Rooms:

Phisically Challenged Accessible Rooms:

Electrical Voltage:

240 Volts

Languages Spoken by Staff:

English, French, German

Credit Cards Accepted:

Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Diners, Maestro

Additional Information:

Switch / Solo debit cards

INFOPAGE_CHECK_IN:

03:00 PM

INFOPAGE_CHECK_OUT:

12:00 PM

Room Type

Standard Double:

Description: All double bedrooms overflow with antiques and artwork. Beds are 18th Century carved oak and windows are dressed in silk drapes, some with wooden shutters. Bathrooms are individually styled with restored Victorian fittings, many featuring free standing baths and high level cisterns. All rooms are air-conditioned, have flat screen TV's, DVD player with complimentary DVD library, mini-bar, safe and complimentary Wi-Fi access.
Number and type of beds: 1 Double Bed
Occupancy: 2 adul

Superior Double:

Description: These spacious rooms overflow with antiques and artwork. Beds are 18th Century carved oak while all windows are dressed in silk drapes. Individually styled Bathrooms have restored Victorian fittings with many featuring free standing baths and complimentary Aveda toiletries offered throughout, all rooms are air-conditioned, have flat screen TV's and DVD player with a complimentary DVD library available, mini-bar, safe and complimentary Wi-Fi access.
Number and type of beds: 1 Double Bed
Occupancy: 2 adul

Deluxe Doubles:

Description: Our Deluxe double rooms are larger and even more luxurious, each furnished with period furniture including Queen Size 4 poster beds. Each room has a cozy sitting area and antique writing desk; all windows are dressed in silk drapes. The bathrooms feature Victorian fittings with a free standing claw -footed bathtub with shower above. All rooms are air-conditioned, have flat screen TV's, DVD player with complimentary DVD library, mini-bar, safe and complimentary WI-Fi.
Number and type of beds: 1 Double Bed
Occupancy: 2 adults2 childr

Suite:

Description: The Rooks Nest is a two storey penthouse suite, with views of St.Paul's and the Old Bailey from its 40ft spire. Downstairs is a bedroom dominated by a marvellously ornate bed flanked at each corner by a blackamoor. A huge restored Victorian bathing machine sits on a plinth behind some lace curtains. A dog -leg staircase leads you upstairs to an extraordinary sitting room under the spire. The room is fully air-conditioned has flat screen TV's, DVD player, stereo system, mini-bar, safe and complimentary Wi-Fi access.
Number and type of beds: 1 Double Bed
Occupancy: 2 adults2 childr

Room Features

Room:

	Standard Double	Superior Double	Deluxe Doubles	Suite
Air Conditioning	√	√	√	√
Central Heating	√	√	√	√
Desk	√	√	√	√
Down/Feather Pillows	√	√	√	√
Dry Cleaning	√	√	√	√
Flat screen	√	√	√	√
Free Newspaper	√	√	√	√
Mini-bar	√	√	√	√
Non-Smoking Room	√	√	X	X
Safe in Room	√	√	√	√
Sofa Bed	X	X	√	X
Soundproofing	√	√	√	√
Temperature Control	√	√	√	√
Vanity	√	√	√	√
Windows opens	√	√	√	√

View:

	Standard Double	Superior Double	Deluxe Doubles	Suite
City View	√	√	√	√

Bath:

	Standard Double	Superior Double	Deluxe Doubles	Suite
Bathrobe	√	√	√	√
Hair Dryer	√	√	√	√
Private Bathroom	√	√	√	√

Telecom:

	Standard Double	Superior Double	Deluxe Doubles	Suite
Direct Dial Phone	√	√	√	√
Internet Access	√	√	√	√
Modem / Data Port	√	√	√	√
Operator 24 hours	√	√	√	√
Phone in room	√	√	√	√
Voice Mail	√	√	√	√
Wi-Fi	√	√	√	√

Tech:

	Standard Double	Superior Double	Deluxe Doubles	Suite
CD Player	X	√	√	√
Cable TV	√	√	√	√
Color TV	√	√	√	√
DVD Player	X	√	√	√
Remote Control TV	√	√	√	√
TV Satellite	√	√	√	√

Hotel Features

Services:

Availables: 24 hours Front Desk, Air Conditioning, Baggage Hold, Bar: Alcoholic drinks, Bar: Light Snack, Bar: Soft drinks, Breakfast: Continental, Coffee/ Tea, Conference Rooms, Currency Exchange Services, Doctor On Call/Medical Service, Dry Cleaning, Fax Service, Garden/Terrace, Gay Friendly, Guest Services, Laundry/ Valet Services, Limited, Local Calls, Long Distance, Lounge, Luggage storage, Maid Service Daily, Mail Services, Photo Copy Service, Porter/Bellmen, Reading room, Room Service24 Hour, Room service for Breakfast, Safe Deposit Box, Security, Wake up calls, Wifi Area
On Request: Babysitting/child Services, Evening Turn Down Service, Excursions and tours

Recreations:

Near By: Cardio Vascular Exercise, Dancing, Exercising, Gambling, Horse Racing, Ice Skating, Night Clubs, Shopping, Sightseeing Tours, Theatre, Wine Tasting

Hotel Safeties:

24 Hour Security, Audible Alarms, Automatic Fire Doors, Emergency Evacuation Drill Frequency , Fire Extinguishers in Hallways, Fire detectors in hallways, Fire detectors in public areas, First aid available, Hardwired Smoke Detectors, Meets Fire Safety Code, Smoke Detectors in Hallways, Smoke Detectors in public areas, Staff trained in first aid, Well Lit Exit Signs

Location and Landmarks

Location:

City Center

Clerkenwell:

Description: Clerkenwell today is one of the Capital's fastest growing areas, it is a district of exuberent architecture and lively street life and is fast becomming a sort of Soho in The East.

St. Paul's Cathedral:

Description: Designed by the court architect Sir Christopher Wren, it's architectural and artistic importance reflect it's importance as London's leading church. Important services have included the funerals of Lord Nelson, the Duke of Wellington and Sir Winston Churchill, the wedding of Charles, Prince of Wales, to Lady Diana Spencer.

The West End:

Description: London's West End famous for shopping, dining out and the bright lights of Theatreland are all within easy reach, only 10mins away by taxi.
Distance: 2 miles

Spitalfield's Market:

Description: Spitalfields lies in the heart of the East End, an area know for its spirit and strong sense of community.As a visitor to the market you can find hidden jewels, from jewel encrusted boots, art deco sofas to rare vinyl for enthusiasts. Spitalfields is no longer considered just a Sunday destination as it has evolved into one of London's favourite and most vibrant areas.
Distance: 2 miles

Transports

Heathrow Airport:

Type: Airport
Code: LHR
Distance: 18 miles

by BUS:

by TAXI:

by SHUTTLE:

by WATER:

by LOCAL_SHUTTLE:

by METRO:

by TRAIN:

Farringdon Station:

Type: Train
Distance: 250 meters

by CAR: Served by Thameslink to Gatwick and Luton airports, also, the Circle and Metropolitan lines.

Farringdon Tube:

Type: Metro
Distance: 250 meters

by CAR: Served by the Circle & Metropolitan lines allowing various connections onto all other London undergr

Restaurants

No Restaurant Facility:

Type: Restaurant
Description: There are numerous dining options local to the hotel, with many award winning restaurants in nerby St. John Street.

Meeting Rooms

The Drawing Room:

Description: The Drawing Room's huge carved oak door opens into a sumptuous sitting area with a Bath stone fireplace, antique statuary and rich golden fabrics. Double doors lead through to the boardroom which is dominated by a mahogany table around which 16 delegates can sit comfortably. Here 21st Century technology is discreetly concealed within an 18th Century facade. A 5ft presentation screen retracts behind oak cornicing whilst 4 seperate data points and double sockets located beneath the table provide ease of access for data and powerpoint presentations. The Drawing Room is air-conditioned and enjoys natural daylight, with complimentary WiFi access.
Size: 65 square meters
Capacity: 16 people maximum
Features: Audio/Visual Equipment, Computer Modem Hookups, Computer Printing, Copy Service, Equipment Rental, Fax Service, Internet Connectivity WI FI

The Library:

Description: The oak-panelled Library provides a distinguished setting for meetings of up to 10 people seated around a mahogany boardroom table. Facilities include an overhead projector and screen, TV and Video, with complimentary Wi-Fi access. The Library is fully air-conditioned and enjoys natural daylight.
Size: 27.3 square meters
Capacity: 10 people maximum
Features: Audio/Visual Equipment, Computer Modem Hookups, Computer Printing, Copy Service, Equipment Rental, Fax Service, Internet Connectivity WI FI