Excellent historical property. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast. Rooms very quiet even though right on the street. So much like old London. So much better than a big generic hotel. Very easy to get to many attractions. We will stay here again next time we visit London.

It’s very well done, feels quintessentially British and is a great spot to stay

Every category was top notch. We did not utilize room service or rooms other than our own but they looked quite lovely. Our bed looked and felt amazing, local tv stations were available, and the tub was a fantastic treat each night we were there from all the walking we did. Very short walk to the Farringdon tube station which was so convenient. We had great access to other points of interest yet it was never loud or sketchy at night. Would absolutely stay here again. Very luxurious and filled with antiques and even though it was a beautiful old building from 1764, modern additions were available like USB-A ports next to (one side of) the bed.

If I had to come up with something, we didn't love how high off the floor the toilet was. I'm 5'5 so I like a lower toilet, but my husband is 6'2 and still felt the need to slide his suitcase under his feet to bridge the gap. We did notice that other toilets in London were very elevated so this probably isn't exclusive to The Rookery. Still an incredible establishment we absolutely loved.

In a world where most hotels go for that minimal, modern look… this place has a charm you just can’t find anywhere else! It’s a true Londoner building, and stepping inside feels like walking into a little museum. The antiques, the paintings, the bed frames full of detail, even the statues dotted around the hotel—it’s absolutely stunning! A special shoutout to the lovely lady at reception with the Romanian accent…..she was amazing! So friendly, professional, and full of great recommendations. Honestly, the whole team there was fantastic. For the first time staying in London, we didn’t feel like “just guests”… it really felt personal. We’ll definitely be back!

We loved everything! Forgot to mention the breakfast… delicious

I love the old charm with the modern amenities. It’s just beautiful and I felt like I was a guest in another era. The bed was just amazing.. I slept like a kitten,. The food is amazing and the presentation stunning. Location is perfect for my needs. Staff are friendly and helpful.

You have to plan accordingly if you would like a dinner ( as it can take up to 1 1/2 hours, but worth the wait. I love the fact that they have 2 small bars which are based on the customer filling out their bar book as to what they imbibed. A rare occurrence in today’s world. It may be difficult for someone with mobility issues to climb the stairs to their room.

Impeccably thought out, very well run, thoughtful curation and placement of vintage books, antique furniture and artwork. Plus, the cat Bagheera, who oversees all with a mixture of affection and feigned indifference. It’s very peaceful and quiet, with lovely rooms where one can sit and relax, well stocked honour bars, and plenty of old books to peruse.

What’s not to like?? Great location, close walking distance to many sights of old London, steps from the Charterhouse and Great St Barts, as well as a 15 minute stroll to St Paul’s. Do ensure you are in good walking and climbing shape though, as the hotel does not have a lift! We were on the very top floor, which meant we thought twice about leaving the room for anything!

A Love Letter to The Rookery In Clerkenwell’s quiet, cobbled grace, We found a most enchanting place— Where time stood still, and charm ran deep, And history whispered us to sleep. The Rookery, with its stately air, Wove elegance through every stair. Each room a tale, each nook a dream, Bathed in a warm, nostalgic gleam. The staff—oh, what a gracious crew! With every smile, their kindness grew. Attentive hearts and thoughtful ways Lit up our London night and day. We wandered halls of oak and gold, Where stories of the past unfold. A quintessential British stay— Refined, romantic, tucked away. So here’s our thanks, both deep and true, To all who made our dream come through. The Rookery—forever dear— A blessing to us, that much is clear.

The Rookery is an attractive inner city boutique hotel in Farringdon and is very conveniently located for exploring London’s Westend. The decor is sheik with sympathetically chosen textiles and contemporary colours. The staff are welcoming and provide excellent local knowledge and London tips for guests. We appreciated the deep roll top bath..just the job for soaking away the days travel. All in all pricey but recommended.

Our room lacked a convenient power point for easy use of the supplied hairdryer and these days it seems odd that mobile charging is not provided on both sides of the bed. My partner would have preferred the door to have a separate internal deadlock but the building and fittings are from an earlier period.

We booked The Rookery as a treat for my 40th birthday weekend. It had the intimacy of a large house but the benefits of a hotel. The staff were all so lovely and welcoming, the layout quirky like being in old London. We LOVED the gin bar and honesty style, so you could make a drink whenever you wanted just write it down. The bed was really comfy and the room so spacious. I also loved the TV being hidden behind the mirror over the fireplace! Baghera the cat was an absolute highlight too.

Nothing! Loved it all, totally our style.

This is a wonderful hotel and we were lucky enough to get an upgrade to a suite which was amazing. The hotel is in a great location near Farringdon tube and Smithfield, a very buzzy and historic area. it is in a lovely old building decorated with a lot of character and taste. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. There are lovely public spaces including a library and conservatory and the suite we had was huge and very comfortable and luxurious

I couldn't fault it