The Rookery
Peters Lane Cowcross Street, London, England, EC1M 6DS, United Kingdom
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Peters Lane Cowcross Street, London, England, EC1M 6DS, United Kingdom
Set in central London's fashionable Clerkenwell area, The Rookery offers charming rooms with elegant period furnishings and free WiFi. Only 328 feet from Farringdon Railway Station, the small hotel is also just 5 minutes' walk from Barbican Tube Station. With sumptuous antique furniture and artwork, each individually styled and air-conditioned room offers a flat-screen LCD TV. The luxury private bathrooms boast land&water toiletries and a hairdryer. In the mornings, guests at The Rookery can enjoy breakfast in the elegant conservatory or served to the privacy of the room. Breakfast includes freshly baked croissants. For lunch and evening meals, there is a room service menu as well as a wide range of restaurants and bars in the immediate area. Set within a row of 18th-century houses, The Rookery still retains many original features. Guests can relax in the library or in front of an open fire in the oak-paneled lounge. By Smithfield Market and on the outskirts of London's financial Square Mile, The Rookery is just over 1 mile from South Bank’s Tate Modern gallery. Impressive St. Paul's Cathedral is only half a mile away.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Garden
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Trouser press
  • Heating
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • 24-hour security
  • Concierge services
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Wine/champagne
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Key access
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Free face masks
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Food delivery
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • Daily disinfection
  • Ironing amenities
  • Laundry services
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Restaurant (special diets available)
  • Soundproof rooms available
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
  • Allergy-free rooms available
  • Room service available
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The Rookery
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Airports Show all on map »

  • London City Airport - 6.87 mi
  • Northolt - 13.71 mi
  • London Biggin Hill - 14.34 mi
  • Heathrow Airport - 15.67 mi
  • Gatwick Airport - 25.98 mi
  • Luton Airport - 26.98 mi
  • Rochester - 28.61 mi
  • Stansted Airport - 29.08 mi
  • Farnborough - 33.55 mi
  • London Southend Airport - 34.52 mi
  • Blackbushe - 34.80 mi

Museums

  • Museum Of The Order Of St John - 730 f
  • Lesley Craze Gallery - 0.21 mi
  • The Blue Gallery - 0.27 mi
  • Andrew Mummery Gallery - 0.33 mi
  • Museum of London - 0.35 mi
  • Barbican Gallery - 0.48 mi
  • Guildhall Art Gallery - 0.50 mi
  • Barbican Centre - 0.53 mi
  • Dickens House Museum - 0.60 mi
  • Soan Museum - 0.61 mi
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stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
The staff were really friendly & it was close to the tube station & a starbucks. The room had alot of character & the bed was quite comfortable.
We've travelled all over the world & this is the first hotel / B&B that we've stayed in that didn't have a kettle to make a drink or a shower that we could stand up in. There was a shower head, but you have to sit in the bath to use it. The room was very dark, with nowhere to do your make up or hair. All the plug sockets were under tables, the rooms were boisy, you coukd hear the neibours & the pillows were very thin when you laid on them, so not the most comfortable sleep. For £800 for 2 nights, it definitely wasn't worth the money.
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Comfortable Bed. Quiet room. Decor and overall unique vibe. Honor Bar in sitting room.
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Loved this gem Of a hotel . Staff very welcoming . Cant wait to Stay again
Didn't see the house-cat :( maybe next time Lots of stairs if you have lots of luggage
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
It’s very well done, feels quintessentially British and is a great spot to stay
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
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.
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Loved it all - especially the cat! Everything beautifully presented and service immaculate
Only thing would be shower as well as the stunning bath please
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Amazing ambiance. Something distinctly different from a standard hotel. Will be back
Can't think of anything
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
It's quirkiness and cosiness
The beds are very high and if you have dodgy knees, as I do, it's quite tricky to get into and out of them.
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
The hotel is a trip to the 19th century; a beautifully decorated and cozy old London mansion. Each room is different in its furnishings. Every piece of furniture is remarkable antique. The staff was cordial and very helpful. The location is excellent; close to Farringdon tub as well as train stations. Walking distance from everything if you enjoy walking cities. Excellent bed.
Cozy and beautiful, but very impractical rooms, particularly the bathrooms, closets and the location of the electrical plugs, probably to be expected in an old London mansion.
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Room was a little too dark. Difficulty seeing! Missed having a shower!
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Charming, cozy. Bed super comfortable. Very friendly and helpful staff.
If sensitive to noise, can hear sounds of the city at night, even if muffled.
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
A well furnished and comfortable room and hotel. There were really nice little thoughts like the provision of a usb-c charger. We had a very comfortable night's stay and would love to stay again. All staff were very friendly.
Couldn't find the menu for the mini bar which also looked like a welcome basket
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
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
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
It has so much character, and the boutique feel is lovely. The in-room breakfast feels luxurious, and the staff is so friendly.
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Area information

    Airports Show all on map »

    • London City Airport - 6.87 mi
    • Northolt - 13.71 mi
    • London Biggin Hill - 14.34 mi
    • Heathrow Airport - 15.67 mi
    • Gatwick Airport - 25.98 mi
    • Luton Airport - 26.98 mi
    • Rochester - 28.61 mi
    • Stansted Airport - 29.08 mi
    • Farnborough - 33.55 mi
    • London Southend Airport - 34.52 mi
    • Blackbushe - 34.80 mi

    Transport

      Train stations Show all on map »
      • Farringdon - 356 f
      • Farringdon Railway Station - 361 f
      • Barbican Train Station - 0.24 mi
      • Barbican - 0.25 mi
      • Chancery Lane - 0.36 mi
      • City Thameslink Railway Station - 0.43 mi
      • St. Paul's - 0.45 mi
      • Blackfriars - 0.58 mi
      • Blackfriars Railway Station - 0.59 mi

    Museums

      Art Galleries Show all on map »
      • Museum Of The Order Of St John - 730 f
      • Lesley Craze Gallery - 0.21 mi
      • The Blue Gallery - 0.27 mi
      • Andrew Mummery Gallery - 0.33 mi
      • Museum of London - 0.35 mi
      • Barbican Gallery - 0.48 mi
      • Guildhall Art Gallery - 0.50 mi
      • Barbican Centre - 0.53 mi
      • Dickens House Museum - 0.60 mi
      • Soan Museum - 0.61 mi

    Other attractions

      Monuments and Landmarks Show all on map »
      • St John's Gate and the Museum of the Order of St John - 456 f
      • WIlliam Wallace Memorial - 654 f
      • Old Bailey - 0.32 mi
      • Memorial to Heroic Self Sacrifice - 0.34 mi
      National Parks Show all on map »
      • Postman's Park - 0.35 mi
      • Lincoln's Inn (Inns of Court) - 0.55 mi
      Historical Buildings Show all on map »
      • Dr Johnson's House - 0.42 mi
      • St. Pauls Cathedral - 0.46 mi
      Things to do Show all on map »
      • Bridewell - 0.42 mi
      Famous Streets Show all on map »
      • Fleet Street - 0.47 mi
      Theatres Show all on map »
      • Savoy Theatre - 0.57 mi
      Other Show all on map »
      • Farringdon - 281 f
      • St. Johns Gate - 713 f
      • St. Etheldredas - 1,035 f
      • Hatton Garden - 0.20 mi
      • Greyfriars Passage - 0.33 mi
      • Chancery Lane - 0.35 mi
      • London Stock Exchange - 0.41 mi
      • Clerkenwell - 0.41 mi
      • Paternoster Square - 0.42 mi
      • City Thameslink - 0.42 mi
      • St. Brides - 0.45 mi
      • Barbican Conservatory - 0.46 mi
      • Sandlers Wells - 0.48 mi
      • Sadlers Wells - 0.49 mi
      • Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art - 0.50 mi
      • PrimroseHill - 0.51 mi
      • St. Mary le Bow - 0.53 mi
      • Prince Henry's Room - 0.54 mi
      • Exmouth Market - 0.56 mi
      • Blackfriars - 0.57 mi

The Rookery

Peters Lane Cowcross Street, London, England, EC1M 6DS, United Kingdom