Cvent Supplier Network

The Rubens At The Palace

39 Buckingham Palace Road, London, England, SW1W 0PS
Venue image
Videos

About us

The Rubens at the Palace lies at the heart of London's biggest tourist attractions. For business or pleasure, it's an unbeatable location. We are the closest hotel to Buckingham Palace, and within easy walking distance of Victoria Station and some of London's best shops and restaurants. The choice of luxury 5-star accommodation at The Rubens is breathtaking with 143 deluxe guest rooms, 8 royal rooms, and 10 luxurious suites. Whichever room you choose, there are no compromises on comfort, serenity, or a good night's sleep. Many rooms and suites have views over the Royal Mews. If you are looking for a venue in which to conduct a private meeting or event then The Rubens at Buckingham Palace comes fully equipped to meet your needs and more, with a range of business facilities to support you throughout.

Venue Details

ChainRed Carnation Hotels
BrandRed Carnation Hotels
Built1911
Renovated2018
Total meeting space4,499 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms161
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AA Hotel Services
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
Our most recent awards and accolades can be found at the following link; https://www.rubenshotel.com/about/awards-and-accolades

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Extended stay
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Jan 24, 2026 - Jan 26, 2026
Jan 30, 2026 - Feb 2, 2026
Feb 6, 2026 - Feb 9, 2026
Feb 13, 2026 - Feb 16, 2026
Feb 20, 2026 - Feb 23, 2026
Feb 27, 2026 - Mar 2, 2026
Mar 6, 2026 - Mar 9, 2026
Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 16, 2026
Mar 20, 2026 - Mar 23, 2026
Mar 27, 2026 - Mar 30, 2026
Apr 3, 2026 - Apr 6, 2026
Apr 10, 2026 - Apr 13, 2026

Seasonal Availability

Do you want to know if your event is during the high or low season? Check the season availability for this hotel.
High season
May 01 - Jun 30Nov 01 - Dec 31
Shoulder season
Mar 16 - Apr 30Sep 16 - Oct 31Jul 01 - Sep 15
Low season
Jan 01 - Mar 15

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
4,499.3 sq. ft.
Largest room
2,077.4 sq. ft.
Space (private)
4,499.3 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
9
Second largest room
1,216.3 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
4,499.3 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
1,776.0 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
200
Seating capacity
80
Explore Meeting Rooms
Explore Meeting Rooms
Find the perfect room with setup charts and interactive 3D floor plans.

Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Van Dyke Suite
1,184.0 sq. ft.
32.8 x 36.1 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
150
-
70
150
80
21
26
42
Rembrandt Room
721.2 sq. ft.
23.0 x 26.2 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
80
18
36
80
50
24
20
27
Rubens Suite
624.3 sq. ft.
23.0 x 29.5 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
50
-
20
50
27
15
14
-
Van Dyke Room
645.8 sq. ft.
32.8 x 19.7 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
60
21
27
60
42
24
20
-
Van Gogh Room
570.5 sq. ft.
29.5 x 19.7 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
50
21
18
50
40
18
20
-
Rubens Room
312.2 sq. ft.
23.0 x 13.1 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
20
9
10
20
15
6
13
-
Da Vinci Room
269.1 sq. ft.
16.4 x 13.1 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
20
15
10
20
15
6
14
-
English Grill Restaurant
2,077.4 sq. ft.
55.8 x 32.8 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
100
-------
The Curry Room
968.8 sq. ft.
39.4 x 26.2 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
32
-------

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
161
Single (1 bed)
19
Single (1 bed) rate
£212.00 - £486.00
Double (2 beds)
43
Double (2 beds) rate
£252.00 - £526.00
Suites
12
Tax rate
20%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 10 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( £70.00/day )
Valet parking
( £70.00/day )

Local Attractions

Tate Britain
Tate Britain
Recreation
An art gallery featuring British works from the 16th century to the present day.
Natural History Museum
Natural History Museum
Museum
A museum famous for its dinosaur skeletons and extensive natural history collections.
Victoria and Albert Museum
Victoria and Albert Museum
Museum
A world-renowned museum showcasing art and design from various cultures and periods.
St James's Park
St James's Park
Park
A picturesque park offering beautiful views and a tranquil escape in the heart of London.
Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey
Historical landmark
16 mins
Westminster Abbey, formally titled the Collegiate Church of Saint Peter at Westminster, is a large, mainly Gothic abbey church in the City of Westminster, London, England, just to the west of the Palace of Westminster.
Westminster Abbey,
Westminster,
London, LND, GB1 SW1P 3PA
Hyde Park
Hyde Park
Park
15 mins
Hyde Park is a Grade I-listed major park in Central London. It is the largest of four Royal Parks that form a chain from the entrance of Kensington Palace through Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, via Hyde Park Corner and Green Park past the main entrance to Buckingham Palace.
Hyde Park
London, LND, GB1
London ExCel
London ExCel
Convention center
40 mins
ExCeL is an exhibitions and international convention centre in Custom House area of Canning Town, East London. It is located on a 100-acre site on the northern quay of the Royal Victoria Dock in London Docklands, between Canary Wharf and London City Airport, and is located within the London Borough of Newham.
Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway,
Royal Docks, London, LND, GB1 E16 1XL
Queen Elizabeth Conference Centre
Queen Elizabeth Conference Centre
Convention center
1 mi
The QEII Centre is one of the leading large event centres in London.
Queen Elizabeth Conference Centre
Broad Sanctuary, Westminster
London, LND, GB1 SW1P 3EE
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace
Museum
0 mi
The Rubens at the Palace is the closest hotel to Buckingham Palace with some of our bedrooms and outlets overlooking The Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace.
Buckingham Palace
Westminster
London, LND, GB SW1A 1AA

Nearby vendors

EG Chauffeurs - London & UK Wide
EG Chauffeurs - London & UK Wide
Multi-city
Founded in 2013, EG Chauffeurs provides professional and reliable chauffeur services to HNWI and Corporations that value professionalism. To date, we have built an amazing clientele from all over the world, won 7 awards, and are rated as the UK's #1 chauffeur company on Trustpilot. Located in the heart of London, Kensington, we travel UK-wide and also anywhere across Europe. We only use luxury chauffeur-driven cars and our fleet consists of over 60 vehicles driven by professional chauffeurs who have been in the industry for a decade, all carefully vetted by the founder of EG Chauffeurs. Our fleet consists: - Mercedes S Class (W222) S350 - New Mercedes S Class S400, S500 and S580e (only available on daily hire or, airport transfers + daily or hourly hire combined) - Mercedes V Class V220 & V250 LWB (this is known as a luxury people carrier with a capacity to carry up to 7 pax and 7 luggage) - Range Rover LWB (SUV 4 x 4) - Rolls Royce Phantom Series 2 Whether you are travelling for business or leisure, or require a discreet chauffeur for your residence on a long-term basis, please do get in touch for a no-obligation chat, we'd be delighted to hear from you. Be Driven By Professionals. Be Driven By EG Chauffeurs' Team.
Transportation
Visit Profile
La Costa Limousine
La Costa Limousine
Multi-city
La Costa Limousine provides safe, clean and reliable chauffeured transportation. We achieve this goal with highly trained chauffeurs, the newest vehicles available and a commitment to Five Star service. The difference between La Costa Limousine and other companies can be explained using one word – quality. From our perfectly maintained fleet of late model luxury vehicles to the highly experienced and professional team of chauffeurs and support staff; you will know quality when you travel with La Costa Limousine.
Transportation
Visit Profile
PullSpark
PullSpark
Multi-city
YOUR MESSAGE, MADE MEMORABLE. ON SCREEN, ON STAGE. We're the creatives you hire, when you want dreamers and doers. From concept to execution, to lights, ready, action. We take care of everything.
Hired Entertainment
Logistics/Decor
Preferred staff
Visit Profile
Big Ben Coaches Ltd
Big Ben Coaches Ltd
London
Premium Group Transportation Across London & the United Kingdom Big Ben Coaches is a London-based executive coach operator specialising in reliable, high-quality group transportation for leisure, educational, corporate and MICE travel. Known for our professionalism, punctuality, and modern Mercedes-Benz executive fleet, we provide seamless transport solutions for planners delivering programmes in London and throughout the UK. We operate a fleet of 49–53 seater executive coaches, all Euro 6 / ULEZ compliant, featuring air-conditioning, reclining seats, PA system and USB charging, ideal for group tours, airport transfers, corporate visits, multi-day itineraries, and event logistics.
Transportation
Visit Profile
USA Guided Tours
USA Guided Tours
Multi-city
Guided bus, walking, and private tours of NYC and Washington, DC
Activity
Transportation
Preferred staff
Visit Profile
Grand Ole Opry
Grand Ole Opry
Nashville
The Opry House is the place where artists and performers gather, and a place many call home. We invite guests to walk with the stars and legends on a backstage tour that tells the stories of country music, the stars, and the stage that’s home to the unbroken Circle.
Activity
Visit Profile
Lip Smacking Foodie Tours
Lip Smacking Foodie Tours
Multi-city
Lip Smacking Foodie Tours hosts award-winning VIP group dining experiences with visits to the top restaurants throughout the United States. Choose either a daytime activity or evening dine-around where groups are escorted immediately to the best tables in the house at the most-sought-after restaurants to enjoy a parade of signature dishes and craft cocktails at each venue, all with complete VIP service. This unique experience gives guests the opportunity to sit next to different colleagues at each venue to mix, mingle, and easily network. Each tour is led by a professional guide specializing in escorting large groups with utmost care, who personalizes each experience with fun and engaging information along the way. Lip Smacking Foodie Tours are both an entertaining activity and unique dining experience melded into one, that are sure to add new vitality to meeting events, from conferences to team building. All-Inclusive Group Dining When meeting planners book a corporate group event through Lip Smacking Foodie Tours, the entire group is assured a top-notch dining experience with three to four signature dishes at each restaurant. Our affordable tours are priced per person with tax and gratuities included. The only thing not included are drinks. However, a beverage package upgrade is available, which provides guests a signature cocktail at various stops. Build Your Network Our exclusive experiences provide the ultimate networking opportunities. At a typical sit-down dinner, you’re lucky to engage the person to the left and right of you. Because our tours take place at multiple restaurants, with walking in between, there are countless opportunities to interact with different people when you sit down at each venue and as you traverse along the way. Our experiences not only provide more ways to network, but a more convivial way to do so. Large Groups Welcome Lip Smacking Foodie Tours is ideal for groups, small or large. Our experiences can accommodate groups from as few as 1 to as many as 500 guests, making us an ideal choice for any corporate group event. Stress-Free Booking Process Booking a tour is stress-free and allows you to enjoy the company of your guests more easily. You’ll take comfort knowing that everything is taken care of from the moment the tour is booked to the minute it concludes. Since the menu is already set, you have nothing to worry about. Just remember to submit ahead of the tour date any dietary restrictions and food allergies for anyone in your group. Feel Like a VIP at Each Stop With Lip Smacking Foodie Tours, you and your group members never have to worry about waiting in line to get into a top restaurant or being shown to a less than desirable table. On our tours, everyone is treated like a VIP with immediate seating upon arrival. What’s more, your group may receive a special warm welcome personally from the restaurant chef. Menus can be printed featuring your logo, too, which can be an added bonus for all those Instagram moments you share. For added ease, we can even arrange transportation pick-up and drop-off, as well as an event photographer. And for groups that desire an extra luxe experience, we can also arrange for an evening helicopter ride over the glittering lights of The Strip. A Memorable Experience for All Lip Smacking Foodie Tours offers a way to gather and dine that few have experienced, and all are sure to remember. Our one-of-a-kind tours are special, from the first stop to the last. It’s an experience that attendees will reminisce about long after they leave. Location, Location, Location One of the best reasons to book is the convenient and efficient way the experience is designed. All restaurants are within an easy walking distance of each other. The short stroll allows your group members a chance to engage in prime networking opportunities before heading to the next place on your tour itinerary. You Get a Dinner and a Show Our tours offer an exquisite feast plus entertainment. All tours include a knowledgeable, professional guide who leads the group on a walking tour, offering engaging tidbits and fascinating stories. Several other interactive experiences are included along the way exclusively to our tours, ensuring there is never a dull moment. Different Types of Cuisine Our experiences offer the ability to enjoy several renowned restaurants in one convenient outing, including ones you and your guests might not have discovered otherwise on your own or at a typical corporate dinner. We offer a way to try some of the finest spots in the city and dive into various cuisines and dishes. All the pre-selected dishes are curated to our high standards to ensure they will delight any palate. Tours Available from Day to Night With any corporate group experience, booking flexibility is key. Whether you desire a tour during business hours or early evening right after work, we can coordinate with you to provide options that fit your needs. Go for as Long or as Short as You Like Along with flexible scheduling, Lip Smacking Foodie Tours also provides a range of tour durations. Our shortest tour is about 2.5 hours; our longest is about 5 hours, with optional add-ons and incentives.
Activity
Visit Profile
C & L Executive Transportation
C & L Executive Transportation
Memphis
At C & L Executive Transportation, our mission is to redefine the standards of luxury transportation by providing exceptional service, unmatched comfort, and unwavering professionalism. With our strong foundation, commitment to customer satisfaction, and strategic growth plans, we are poised to become a top leader in the charter bus industry.
Activity
Transportation
Visit Profile
Church and Union Charlotte
Church and Union Charlotte
Charlotte
Brought to you by the 5th Street Group; the team behind La Belle Helene Charlotte, Church and Union Charleston, Tempest Charleston, Church and Union Nashville – Church and Union Charlotte is located in the heart of uptown on the corner of 5th and Church Streets. Church and Union features New American cuisine by Top Chef Alum Chef Partner Jamie Lynch and Executive Chef Aaron Dearing.
Restaurant/Bar
Visit Profile
Global Tourism Sports and Entertainment
Global Tourism Sports and Entertainment
Multi-city
REVOLUTIONIZING THE WAY TOURISM, SPORTS, & ENTERTAINMENT ARE MARKETED AND MONETIZED. One stop shop for all of your sports tickets in the United States. NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, MLS, Formula1, etc.
Activity
Catering
Hired Entertainment
+4
Visit Profile
Looking for more vendor options?
Looking for more vendor options?
Browse additional vendors for AV, entertainment, transportation, and other event needs.
Learn more
Powered by
Looking for more vendor options?

Additional Information

Facility Restrictions

Pets: Allowed only in specific rooms; prior arrangement required and surcharges apply Smoking: The hotel is non-smoking. Dress Code: Smart casual throughout the hotel Wheelchair accessible Maximum Capacity: Up to 160 guests across all event spaces combined. Individual rooms have strict capacity limits Food & Beverage: Only hotel catering is permitted; outside food and drinks are not allowed. Alcohol Service: Must be provided by the hotel; corkage fees apply for special requests.

Safety Information

Cancellation Policy

Period prior to the date for which the Bedroom/Event Space is booked when cancellation is informed in writing Cancellation Charges: More than 4 months up to and including 12 months 20% of Anticipated Total Value of the Booking More than 1 month up to and including 4 months 50% of Anticipated Total Value of the Booking Up to and including 1 month 100% of Anticipated Total Value of the Booking

Additional details

At The Rubens at the Palace, we believe that every special occasion deserves a truly luxurious and memorable venue. Whether you're celebrating a wedding, anniversary, birthday party, baby shower, corporate meeting, or conference, The Rubens offers the perfect backdrop to turn your event into an extraordinary experience. With the dedicated expertise of our Events Manager, your function will be meticulously planned and executed from beginning to end, with personalised menus, bespoke themes, and thoughtful touches that reflect your unique style and preferences.

Weblinks

Follow us

Venue resources

The Rubens At The Palace Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the The Rubens At The Palace regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated The Rubens At The Palace's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
https://redcarnationhotels.com/sustainability
Does The Rubens At The Palace have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, https://redcarnationhotels.com/sustainability

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is The Rubens At The Palace and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to The Rubens At The Palace's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://impact.ttc.com/diversity/

Health and Safety

Were practices at The Rubens At The Palace developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, ACT Global CleanCoat
Does The Rubens At The Palace clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, pls refer to https://redcarnationhotels.com/travel-information
Ready to send your inquiry?

Report an issue with this venue profile to the Cvent Supplier Network.