Raffles London at The OWO

Raffles London at The OWO

9.4/10 GUEST SCORE

Raffles' first London property — 120 keys in the 1906 Old War Office building, reopened 2023 after full restoration.

BrandRaffles Hotels & Resorts
DestinationLondon
RegionEurope
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingHistoric
Best ForRepeat Raffles guests collecting properties, history-focused travelers seeking Whitehall location, F&B-driven visitors working through the nine-restaurant program.
PrivacyHigh
ServicePersonalized Butler service
ButlerHigh-end service
Private PoolNo
Built1906
Renovated2023

Raffles London at The OWO opened in 2023 in the Old War Office building, a 1906 Edwardian Baroque structure on Whitehall that once housed Churchill's wartime offices. The property has 100 rooms and 20 suites across the restored building, with personalized butler service as standard. Nine restaurants

Key Features

Dining

Signature Experience

The rooftop bar with panoramic views across Whitehall and Westminster — drinking above the building where Churchill ran the war effort.

The Old War Office building's 2023 restoration brought Raffles to London for the first time, with butler service and nine restaurants in a Whitehall location that competing luxury hotels don't occupy. The World's 50 Best Hotels debut at No. 13 signals immediate market recognition.

Signature Suite: Raffles Suite

Chinoiserie design, black-veined marble bathroom, custom furnishings

Accolades

Debuted at No.13 on The Worlds 50 Best Hotels 2024 list, Recipient of the Lavazza Highest New Entry Award 2024

Vibe: Whitehall-Historic, Butler-Service, F&B-Forward, Raffles-DNA

Featured In Our Collections

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When to Visit London

Best time: Late November to early December is ideal for ultra-luxury travel, showcasing festive charm with fewer crowds.

Demand: Seasonal demand peaks during the summer months, particularly July and August.

Pricing: Ultra-luxury property pricing typically peaks from June to September due to high demand.

Insider tip: Consider booking exclusive experiences such as private tours or bespoke dining events during off-peak months.

Avoid: Avoid visiting London during the Christmas and New Year holidays due to overwhelming crowds and inflated prices.

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