Contact us Modify
Book
Skip to main content
      • Explore our story
      • Reasons to love The Chesterfield Mayfair
      • Our partners & suppliers
      • Image gallery
      • Sustainability
      • Awards & accolades
      • The Red Carnation Hotel Collection
      • Location & directions
      • Families
      • Pets
      • Meet our team
      • Covid-19 update
      • Accessibility
      • FAQs
      • Rooms
      • Suites
      • Offers
      • Gifts
  • Experiences
      • Dining & drinks
      • Afternoon Tea
      • What's on
      • Private dining
      • Butlers restaurant
      • The Terrace Bar
      • Location & directions
      • London tours
      • London airports
      • Mayfair attractions
      • Meetings & events
      • Our meeting rooms
      • Group accommodation
      • Meeting offers
      • Private dining
      • Weddings
      • Bespoke weddings
      • Setting the scene
      • Civil ceremonies
  • Wellness
  • Discover

The Old Government House Hotel & Spa

In the heart of St Peter Port, The Old Government House Hotel & Spa is the only five-star hotel in Guernsey

Visit site
Loading...
    Select Date

    The Rubens at the Palace

    London

    Enriching, rewarding & exceptional

    Our beautifully restored historic hotel is cared for by a team who take genuine pride in delivering impeccable service and exceeding expectations at every turn. Overlooking The Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace - the entrance used by the Royal family - The Rubens showcases exceptional dining journeys, and enriching and rewarding experiences, from the very first moment guests are greeted by our red-uniformed doormen...

    Our hotel remains open and we are here to welcome you for any business-related stay. Our restaurants and bars are closed, however you can enjoy in-room dining throughout your stay.

    Our family

    Led by General Manager Adam Lake, with 24 years of service, The Chesterfield team is made up of a family of passionate people, with each staff member committed to giving their very best. We are proud to be a part of the family-owned and run Red Carnation Hotel Collection and our warm, inclusive ethos embraces every aspect of our guests’ experiences, and we are honoured that they choose to stay with us again and again.

    A perfect location

    It just doesn’t get any more central than this. With the smart shops of Bond Street nearby and some of London's most vibrant sights – The Royal Academy, Buckingham Palace, the Royal Parks – just a short stroll away, this truly is the beating heart of Mayfair. Yet our elegant Charles Street address offers a tranquil haven from the bustle outside, a place to retreat, relax and regroup.

    Thoughtful touches

    Step into our polished marble lobby and you will immediately notice the warm and personalised service that defines The Chesterfield. Our staff members are empowered to make a real difference to each and every guest’s stay, whether that’s remembering a favourite welcome drink or organising a romantic surprise for a special birthday, we go above and beyond to ensure every stay is exceptional.

    Unique design

    We flood every guest room with creativity and comfort, and each has its own style and personality, filled with beautiful artworks and antiques personally chosen by our founder Bea Tollman, and her daughter Toni. Sumptuous fabric-covered walls, colourful prints and personal touches such as fresh-cut bouquets of flowers add a surprising and uniquely welcoming feel that delights guests.

    Delicious cuisine

    Exhale and relax after a busy day of exploring London in the warm, intimate surrounds of Butlers Restaurant. Renowned for serving London’s best Dover sole, filleted right at your table, our Executive Chef Nathan Hindmarsh offers an enticing range of delicious dishes that make the most of organic, seasonal British ingredients – from salmon smoked by H.Forman & Son, London’s oldest smokery, and classics such as roasted Orkney scallops and venison Wellington, to our famous signature dishes, devised by Bea Tollman herself.

    Magic of mixology

    Our cosy Terrace Bar, elegantly furnished in bottle green, with deep club chairs and a long, stylish bar, serves some of London’s most innovative cocktails and pairings. Whether you opt for a thrillingly theatrical molecular cocktail, an inventive beer and cheese tasting, or pop in during our lively Gin & Jazz evenings on Wednesdays, this is a place to sit back, smile and make the most of your beguiling time here.

    Sweet treats

    From the theatrical smoking pink lemonade, to the surprising and delicious sweetshop-themed cakes – just imagine biting into a Coca-Cola slice – our whimsical afternoon tea brings a playful, bygone era to vivid life. Scrumptious chocolate scones and mouth-watering finger sandwiches such as finely-sliced smoked salmon on beetroot bread, are accompanied by a gloriously long tea list, or perhaps an indulgent glass of Champagne. Round off the afternoon with a bag of fun pick 'n' mix sweets, served by our cheerful staff in vintage candy-stripe aprons.

    Authentic experiences

    We pride ourselves on our local relationships, and carefully design remarkable experiences for guests. Our in-house whisky tasting, for example, is a gleeful gallop around the globe led by our expert mixologist, either in the elegant Terrace Bar or in the intimate surroundings of the book-lined library. Or take a fascinating insider’s tour of Burlington Arcade, London’s original shopping venue dating back to 1819, guided by the arcades’s guards, the Beadles, the oldest and smallest police force in the world.

    Family orientated

    Children and beloved four-legged friends are looked after like royalty. Children can enjoy their very own check-in, and discover little surprises such as their own mini-sized bathrobes and slippers. Parents, meanwhile, can relax with added extras such as in-room baby essentials and a highly qualified nanny on request. Pets are truly spoiled by our designated Pet Concierge, offering special treats and walks in the Royal Parks.

    We care

    We are deeply committed to protecting our environment and contributing to local causes, including phasing out single-use plastics, saving energy, and supporting local charities such as The Springboard Charity and Action Against Hunger. We also work with Winnow Solutions to help reduce our food waste. Staff are encouraged to take two days’ paid leave each year to carry out charity work, and we even keep bees on our roof – 60,000 of them – producing honey for our guests to enjoy at breakfast.

    Stay in touch

    Sign-up to our newsletter

    Subscribe to receive the latest news, announcements, and special offers

    We are proud to be part of a number of select and exclusive collections and memberships that share our values of outstanding service, exceptional guest experiences and generous hospitality.

    TTC logo
    • Careers
    • Legal
    • Contact us
    • Covid-19 update
    • Media
    • Covid privacy notice

    London

    • Hotel 41
    • The Milestone Hotel & Residences
    • The Rubens at the Palace
    • The Egerton House Hotel
    • The Chesterfield Mayfair
    • The Montague on the Gardens

    Dorset

    • Summer Lodge Country House Hotel & Restaurant
    • The Acorn inn

    Ireland

    • Ashford Castle
    • The Lodge at Ashford Castle
    • Hatch Hall

    Edinburgh

    • 100 Princes Street

    Guernsey

    • The Old Government House Hotel & Spa
    • The Duke of Richmond Hotel

    South Africa

    • Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat
    • The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
    • The Oyster Box

    Botswana

    • Xigera Safari Lodge

    Geneva

    • Hotel d'Angleterre

    Florida

    • The Chesterfield Palm Beach

    By using this site you are accepting our use of cookie to help provide the best possible service & experience.
    Please refer to our privacy and cookie policy to read more about the cookies we use and how to change your settings.