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Luxury Stays at Dukes Hotel - A Historic Hotel
Established in 1908, Dukes Hotel stands as a historic gem blending timeless elegance with modern comforts. Nestled in the heart of St. James's, our hotel offers unparalleled access to Buckingham Palace and Green Park, providing guests with an immersive British cultural experience. Our Great British Restaurant showcases contemporary twists on traditional cuisine, while the world-renowned DUKES Bar continues to serve its legendary martinis amidst the hotel's transformation. Committed to sustainability, we integrate eco-conscious practices across operations, from energy efficiency to local supplier partnerships.Our team, dedicated to excellence, ensures every guest experiences quintessential British hospitality through personalized service and attention to detail. As we undergo renovation until Spring 2026, we remain focused on delivering exceptional experiences while advancing our sustainability goals through initiatives like waste reduction and community engagement.
Services
Accommodation
Restaurant
Bar Services
Afternoon Tea
Event Hosting
Details
- Year established: 1908
Highlights and features
- Established in 1908 with enduring British heritage
- Five-minute walk to Buckingham Palace
- Award-winning DUKES Bar with signature martinis
- Sustainability-focused luxury accommodations
- Great British Restaurant with seasonal ingredients
Services
Accommodation
Luxury rooms blending historic charm with modern comforts. Located in central London near major attractions. Offers immersive British cultural experiences through curated design and service.
Restaurant
Great British Restaurant serving contemporary takes on traditional cuisine. Uses seasonal local ingredients. Maintains Michelin-recommended status for culinary excellence in a refined setting.
Bar Services
Iconic DUKES Bar offering handcrafted martinis and premium spirits. Recognised as one of the world's best bars. Maintains original 1908 ambiance with modern mixology techniques.
Afternoon Tea
Traditional afternoon tea served in the elegant Drawing Room. Features bespoke blends and patisseries. Combines historic presentation with contemporary flavor profiles in a luxurious setting.
Event Hosting
Offers historic function rooms for private events and meetings. Combines period features with modern amenities. Provides tailored hospitality services for weddings and corporate functions.
Questions
Is DUKES London currently open?
The hotel is closed for renovation until Spring 2026, but DUKES Bar remains open daily.
What makes DUKES Bar special?
Our bar is world-famous for handcrafted martinis, created by award-winning mixologist Alessandro Palazzi.
Does the hotel offer sustainability initiatives?
Yes, we implement water conservation, waste reduction, and partner with local suppliers for seasonal ingredients.
How close is DUKES to Buckingham Palace?
We're located just a 5-minute walk from Buckingham Palace in central London.
Can I book afternoon tea at DUKES?
Yes, our traditional afternoon tea is served in the elegant Drawing Room daily.
Reviews (6)
Huw Davies
Jun 08, 2022
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The cocktail bar needs new leadership and a culture change; the staff have poor attitude to work and their guests and demonstrated poor communication and negative behaviours. The furniture is dated, worn and feels like they purchased from an elderly residential home. Fundamentally the place needs work and the application of some staff development.
Greg T.
Jun 01, 2022
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Don't look for any other boutique hotels in London: You've already found The One! Nestled in the middle of St. James Place, this hotel is the essence of British hospitality in arguably the most highly-aristocratic neighborhood in London. You're literally sleeping 500 feet from Prince Charles! The tea here was apparently a favorite of Princess Diana & The Queen Mum! The room I got was very nicely appointed with a very comfy bed.
Everything about the hotel speaks to luxurious intimacy, and I immediately felt at home. Dukes Hotel features both Dukes Bar and GBR (The Great British Restaurant). The bar was Ian Fleming's spot, and the Martinis & Vespers attest to that. You'll invariably note the inside joke when you order one of these super-delicious, super-strong drinks. GBR, while I only ate there for breakfast, served up excellent meals every time. Naturally, all this exclusivity and excellence comes at a bit of a premium. But it's worth it!
Everything about the hotel speaks to luxurious intimacy, and I immediately felt at home. Dukes Hotel features both Dukes Bar and GBR (The Great British Restaurant). The bar was Ian Fleming's spot, and the Martinis & Vespers attest to that. You'll invariably note the inside joke when you order one of these super-delicious, super-strong drinks. GBR, while I only ate there for breakfast, served up excellent meals every time. Naturally, all this exclusivity and excellence comes at a bit of a premium. But it's worth it!
Roozy Lee
May 22, 2022
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Stayed here with my girlfriend after she left the Netflix show THTH we really enjoyed our stay everyone was super warm and friendly if the management invite us back I'd love to make a couple of good videos post on my social media soon. Best of luck
Georgina Wood
Feb 21, 2022
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Breathe taking! My boyfriend took me for an afternoon tea and he chose this place. We came in and I felt like I was in my dream world! The afternoon tea was expectional, especially our waiter Fabio! I'm definitely coming back, as this is my new favourite place
Noel Goddard
Feb 07, 2022
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I have never stayed at a hotel where they close the bar to residents at 11pm. Their only solution was to send us to the Stafford Hotel round the corner. Where they have Less expensive but better rooms and a bar that stays open for its guests! Duke's is a pompous old hotel that treats it's guests like peasants. DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL.
Cyrielle Ah-Fa
Jan 21, 2022
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I bought an afternoon tea for my boyfriend to celebrate our engagement. We had one normal afternoon tea and one martini tea. It was very cosy in the drawing room and very tasty food. I would definitely recommend. Also the service was amazing, very kind and gave us some little cakes to celebrate our engagement.
