London

Waldorf Astoria London

A Waldorf Astoria (Hilton) hotel. Rialto is a Virtuoso agency and can provide VIP access and offers.

Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch reimagines one of Britain’s most iconic landmarks as an extraordinarily stylish stay. Standing at the end of The Mall, opposite Buckingham Palace, this meticulously restored Grade I-listed masterpiece now houses 100 elegant rooms. Michelin-starred chef Clare Smyth celebrates the UK’s bounty at her fine-dining restaurant Coreus, while Daniel Boulud adds his star power to the all-day rooftop café. Unwind in the world-class spa and sip cocktails at the posh subterranean bar, a nod to illustrious former residents such as Winston Churchill and Ian Fleming.

The Mall, SW1A2WH London, United Kingdom
One offer
4th Night Free
Stays Jan 1 to Dec 19, 2027 · Blackout dates may apply

About Waldorf Astoria London

Insider tip

To this day, the central gate at Admiralty Arch is reserved solely for royalty. Time your visit to witness a ceremonial procession passing directly beneath the hotel.

In the hotel’s own words

The highly anticipated launch of Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch will see the historic monument debut as one of London's most iconic luxury hotels.

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Commanding a prestigious position at the end of The Mall opposite Buckingham Palace, the hotel will feature 100 elegantly designed rooms and suites, along with 17,500 sqft of residences. Hilton, in partnership with Reuben Brothers, is meticulously restoring the Grade I listed monument to its former glory, while honouring the building’s storied past. Originally commissioned by King Edward VII in memory of his mother Queen Victoria, Admiralty Arch was designed by Sir Aston Webb, who also worked on the façade of Buckingham Palace, and was completed in 1912.

Reflecting the brand’s enduring commitment to culinary innovation, Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch will showcase restaurants by globally celebrated chefs Clare Smyth MBE and Daniel Boulud. Together holding seven Michelin stars, the two chefs will bring an unprecedented level of culinary excellence to the hotel when it opens its doors.

Coreus will be Clare Smyth’s fine-dining celebration of the United Kingdom’s bountiful seas, coastal regions, and farms. Café Boulud, located on the rooftop, will be an all-day dining destination, offering Café Boulud breakfast classics, signature pastries, speciality drinks, and afternoon tea, followed by lunch and dinner menus highlighting the restaurant’s hero dishes.

In addition to signature restaurants and bars, guests will be invited to unwind in a world-class spa offering a curated selection of treatments and wellness programmes and state-of-the-art fitness facilities. A collection of grand and intimate event spaces - including a magnificent ballroom accommodating up to 320 guests - will provide an exceptional setting for landmark occasions

Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch is part of Virtuoso’s exclusive Preview Program, projected to open in Summer 2026

Virtuoso Preview was created especially for an extremely limited number of qualified pre-opening (or re-opening) properties to position them among the world's best. Member Advisors can look forward to pre-opening series of information and updates, member training, on-property contacts and, preferred rates and exclusive benefits and amenities.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

Virtuoso benefits, included

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Virtuoso is an invitation-only network of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include this hotel's own Virtuoso amenities below.

  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Daily breakfast for two per bedroom
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Bookings in our One-Bedroom Suites will also receive complimentary one-way private airport transfers
  • Bookings in our Signature Suites will also receive complimentary roundtrip private airport transfers
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability

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Rooms and suites

12 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Size
1Superior Room
This Superior Room is individually shaped by the unique layout of this Grade I listed building, ensuring no two rooms are alike. Edwardian grandeur on the exterior meets an intimate interior, where individuality shines through in heritage-inspired decor, plush textures and soft blue or natural tones.
312 ft²
2Deluxe Room
The thoughtfully designed Deluxe Room reflects the individual character of the buildings Grade I listed design, each space shaped by its unique layout in the heart of ceremonial London.
344 ft²
3Mansard Room
Located on the top floors of this Grade I listed landmark, our Mansard Room offers a peaceful, cocooning retreat above the energy of the city. Floral motifs inspired by the Royal Parks bring softness and refinement to the loft-style interiors, creating a calm and inviting space to unwind.
Members only
4Two Double Beds Deluxe Room
This elegant Two Double Bed Deluxe Room room features two queen-sized beds and thoughtfully integrated modern comforts, creating a calm, inviting space for a restful stay.
Members only
5Grand Deluxe Room
Members only
6Junior Suite
Members only
7Deluxe Junior Suite
Members only
Suites
Size
8Bridge Suite
Members only
9One Bedroom Suite
Members only
10Churchill Suite
Members only
Residences
Size
11Lord Louis Residence
Members only
12Trafalgar Apartment
Members only

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Virtuoso always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

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