London, United Kingdom
Raffles London at The OWO
Design / Heritage Palace Hotel · United Kingdom · Raffles (Accor)
The Old War Office on Whitehall, reborn under Raffles — a heritage-meets-design hotel with a serious dining programme.
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Only5Star verdict
Our editorial pick for a Whitehall heritage stay with extensive dining and a Guerlain spa.
Awards and recognitions
Each item names its basis: the awarding body's own list where we checked it, otherwise the hotel's own statement.
- MICHELIN Guide — Three Keys, 2026MICHELIN Guide UK & Ireland list, 22 September 2026 · source
- Mauro Colagreco at Raffles London at The OWO — one MICHELIN star, 2026MICHELIN Guide UK & Ireland list, 22 September 2026 · source
- Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star hotel — 2025 (historical)Forbes Travel Guide 2025 Star Award winners; historical, not a 2026 rating · source
What to know
- Check the selected rate for breakfast and treatment inclusions. Classic-room details include access to spa facilities, the gym and pool; treatment availability is not the same as free treatments.
Best for
- ✓ Design
- ✓ Honeymoon
- ✓ Anniversary
Avoid if
- ✗ You want classic Mayfair surroundings
- ✗ You prefer a smaller, more intimate hotel
Fit scores
Fit scores are Only5Star's subjective editorial judgement of how well the hotel suits each kind of trip, based on published information. They are not guest ratings, inspection scores, award results or a first-hand stay.
Key experience details
Setting
Whitehall, on the doorstep of Horse Guards and St James's Park.
Rooms & villas
The hotel has 120 rooms and suites. The OWO’s private residences are a separate product, not ordinary hotel room categories.
Food & drink
The wider OWO dining destination advertises nine restaurants and three bars. Mauro Colagreco at Raffles London holds one MICHELIN star in 2026.
Spa & wellness
Guerlain Spa with a 20-metre indoor pool, vitality pool, sauna, steam rooms and treatment suites, alongside Pillar fitness facilities. Family swimming has designated hours.
Experience
A restored Old War Office hotel on Whitehall.
Activities
London sightseeing and hotel experiences, plus spa and fitness facilities; confirm programme availability and charges.
Transfer considerations
Airport transfer times depend on the airport, route and traffic; request a quote for your arrival.
Best season
Year-round.
Budget guide
Budget bandUltra-luxury
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Pricing can vary significantly by season, room category, inclusions, and availability. Use this as a directional guide only — confirm pricing with the property or your advisor before booking.
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Fact-checked as of 11 October 2026
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