The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts
1 Vandon Street Westminster, Westminster Borough, London, SW1H 0AH, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map – Metro access
Excellent location — rated 9.5/10! (score from 1368 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Fabulous hotel located centrally for sights and shopping. Room clean, comfortable and quiet. Staff could not be more accommodating. We’ll be back.

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Set in London, 400 metres from Buckingham Palace, The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts features a bar and views of the city. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The hotel features family rooms. The rooms are en suite with a shower and comes with air-conditioning, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, kettle, hairdryer and a desk. Guests at The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts can enjoy a buffet or a Full English breakfast. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Westminster Abbey, St James's Park and Houses of Parliament. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 15 km from The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Very good breakfast

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- Caroline
United Kingdom
“Fabulous hotel located centrally for sights and shopping. Room clean, comfortable and quiet. Staff could not be more accommodating. We’ll be back.” - LLesley
Australia
“Location was great. Good for walking and close to Victoria Stn. Smallish hotel with style. Loved our time in London and the hotel was a good part of that. Breakfast was delicious. Lovely staff. Was a great stay.” - Bobby
United Kingdom
“Fantastic location. Super clean room, toilet and shower. Amazing breakfast - superb. Great cocktails. Boutique style hotel - perfect for people who like an intimate quiet stay.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- The Dining Room
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
Facilities of The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and ResortsGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Very good breakfast
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Clothes rack
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Telephone
- TV
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Hypoallergenic
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Auditory guidance
- Visual aids: Tactile signs
- Visual aids: Braille
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- English
Sustainable initiatives
House rules
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Cash is not accepted
The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Reservations made for our Residences for 3 nights or more, a non-refundable deposit will be required. The Hotel will send a secure payment link to arrange payment.
Please note that all our bedding is hypo-allergenic, there is no duck or down/ feather bedding at The Guardsman.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Please inform The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts 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.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
FAQs about The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts
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The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
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Check-in at The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts has 1 restaurant:
- The Dining Room
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The prices at The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Room options at The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts include:
- Single
- Double
- Suite
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The Guardsman - Preferred Hotels and Resorts is 0.7 miles from the centre of London. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.