The Rookery
London, United Kingdom
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Is The Rookery good? Overview, pros and cons
Verdict: 8.5/10 (Staylist AI score). Guests praise: hidden historic charm; four-poster suites; in-room breakfast. No recurring complaint stands out.
Staylist AI overview · based on 8 public guest reviews
“Clerkenwell's hidden-period gem”
The Rookery is a lovely, historic, peaceful hideaway feeling off the beaten track yet central — called easily a London favourite. Top-notch friendly staff take care of every need — even fetching washing-up liquid for a dinner stain — and one stay was upgraded to a stunning four-poster room. Breakfast is delicious, served in-room on request, and the common areas invite drinks and lounging. Suites impress with views to die for.
- Rooms
- Lovely rooms; a four-poster upgrade dazzled.
- Service
- Top-notch staff meeting every single need.
- Location
- A hidden-feeling yet central London spot.
- Food
- Delicious breakfasts served in-room on request.
- Facilities
- Charming common areas for relaxing drinks.
- Hidden historic charm
- Four-poster suites
- In-room breakfast
- Incredibly kind staff
- Parking
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How it compares
The Rookery ranks #39 of 829 hotels Staylist lists in London and #7 of 194 4-star hotels there. At about $440 a night it is 35% above the median for 4-star hotels in London ($326). The closest listed alternative is Malmaison London, 200 m away (score 6.5).
About the hotel
- Address
- 12 Peter's Ln, Cowcross St, Islington, London, Greater London, EC1M 6DS, United Kingdom
- Hotel class
- ★★★★ 4-star
- Opened
- 1998
- Check-in / out
- From 15:00 · by 12:00
- Distance to centre
- 2.7 km
- Getting there
- Airport: London City Airport (13.78 km) · Train Station: Farringdon (0.19 km) · Metro: Farringdon (0.19 km)
- Children
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Nearby hotels
- Malmaison London200 m · 6.5 · $356
- Yotel London City300 m · 6.6 · $245
- Marrable’s Farringdon Hotel300 m · 7.7 · $314
- Premier Inn London Farringdon (Smithfield) hotel300 m · 8.0 · $232
- The Zetter Clerkenwell400 m · 8.0 · $446
Amenities
- Luggage storage
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Conference room
- Multi-function room
- Wake-up call
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Fax/copying service
- Concierge service
- Safe at front desk
- Yoruba
- Hindi
- Portuguese
- Italian
- Bulgarian
- Estonian
- Romanian
- Russian
- Alcohol-free rooms (on request)
- Room service
- Halal meals provided
- No smoking in public areas
- Garden
Frequently asked questions
- What time is check-in at The Rookery?
- Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 12:00.
- Is there parking at The Rookery?
- Yes: parking.
- How far is The Rookery from the airport?
- The nearest airport is London City Airport, about 13.78 km away.
- How far is The Rookery from the centre of London?
- About 2.7 km.
- Is The Rookery suitable for children?
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.