About this property
Set in central London's fashionable Clerkenwell area, The Rookery offers charming rooms with elegant period furnishings and free WiFi. Only 100 metres from Farringdon Railway Station, the small hotel is also just 5 minutes' walk from Barbican Tube Station. With sumptuous antique furniture and artwork, each individually styled and air-conditioned room offers a flat-screen LCD TV. The luxury en-suite bathrooms boast land&water toiletries and a hairdryer. In the mornings, guests at The Rookery can enjoy breakfast in the elegant conservatory or served to the privacy of the room. Breakfast includes freshly baked croissants. For lunch and evening meals, there is a room service menu as well as a wide range of restaurants and bars in the immediate area. Set within a row of 18th-century houses, The Rookery still retains many original features. Guests can relax in the library or in front of an open fire in the oak-panelled lounge. By Smithfield Market and on the outskirts of London's financial Square Mile, The Rookery is just over 1 mile from South Bank’s Tate Modern gallery. Impressive St. Paul's Cathedral is only half a mile away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Laundry
- Heating
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Free cot available on request
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Moreno
Switzerland“In a world where most hotels go for that minimal, modern look… this place has a charm you just can’t find anywhere else! It’s a true Londoner building, and stepping inside feels like walking into a little museum. The antiques, the paintings, the...” - Belisarius
Hong Kong“Beautiful interior classic late 18th Century architecture sumptuous environment” - Maria
United Kingdom“Intimate hotel, set slightly back. Our room was fabulous (we were given a free upgrade to a room with a four poster bed) Staff were lovely and accommodating. Loved that they had two honesty bars.” - Amanda
Australia“Excellent location, lovely room. Had a resident house cat!” - Lorna United Kingdom“The Rookery is the perfect hotel; very peaceful, superb sumptuous beds, deep baths, glorious interiors and wonderful staff. It’s like stepping back into the past, though right in the heart of town. We enjoyed the delicious breakfast too! We have...”
- Lynne United Kingdom“A lovely place to stay with lots of interesting historical charm. I enjoyed the bedside reading provided - lots of antique books that did not smell the least bit musty! Brilliant location for a concert at the Barbican (10 mins walk).”
- James
Estonia“Fantastic experience from start to finish. The manager, Bagheera (feline) was always around and ready to receive petting 24/7. The staff were without exception friendly, helpful and welcoming. The rooms & the public areas are all extremely full of...” - Katy United Kingdom“Proximity to transport and excellent location. Feeling of luxury. Excellent staff. Nice cat!”
- Karen United Kingdom“A Love Letter to The Rookery In Clerkenwell’s quiet, cobbled grace, We found a most enchanting place— Where time stood still, and charm ran deep, And history whispered us to sleep. The Rookery, with its stately air, Wove elegance through...”
- Joanna United Kingdom“We booked The Rookery as a treat for my 40th birthday weekend. It had the intimacy of a large house but the benefits of a hotel. The staff were all so lovely and welcoming, the layout quirky like being in old London. We LOVED the gin bar and...”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
If you require an extra bed for children, please contact the property for more information.
When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.
This property is undergoing renovations from 10 June 2024 to 31 October 2024 (completion date subject to change).
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Rookery in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
