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Rosewood London
London, United Kingdom · Rosewood · Grand Luxury
Guests enter Rosewood London through an Edwardian arch into the former Pearl Assurance headquarters at 252 High Holborn, a Grade II complex begun 1912-19. Marriott ran it as Renaissance Chancery Court from 2000 until 2011; after a 2013 renovation it reopened as Rosewood. Scarfes Bar, lined with Gerald Scarfe drawings, and the Holborn Dining Room now set the social brief in Covent Garden's western fringe.
- 308 rooms
- Opened 2000
- Neighborhood: London WC1V 7EN
- Architect: H. Percy Monckton
- Interiors: Tony Chi
About Rosewood London
- The central block was built 1912-19 as Pearl Assurance headquarters; the firm stayed until 1989.
- The building is Grade II listed on the National Heritage List for England.
- It opened as a hotel in 2000 under Marriott's Renaissance Chancery Court brand.
- After closing in July 2013 for renovations, it reopened in October 2013 as Rosewood London.
- Scarfes Bar is named for cartoonist Gerald Scarfe and displays his work; Tony Chi designed the Rosewood interiors.
History
Rosewood London occupies a historic Edwardian Grade II listed building, originally constructed as the headquarters of the Pearl Assurance Company from 1912-1914 by architect H. Percy Monckton, with subsequent blocks added until 1960. The property served as Pearl Assurance HQ until 1989, then became the Renaissance Chancery Court hotel in 2000 before closing for renovations in 2013 and reopening as Rosewood London.Wikipedia, Historic Hotels
Rosewood London inhabits a magnificent Grade II listed Edwardian Belle Époque building at 252 High Holborn — the former Pearl Assurance headquarters, built 1914–19 with a 166-foot cupola and a grand Pavonazzo marble staircase rising through seven storeys.
The setting
Rosewood London inhabits a magnificent Grade II listed Edwardian Belle Époque building at 252 High Holborn — the former Pearl Assurance headquarters, built 1914–19 with a 166-foot cupola and a grand Pavonazzo marble staircase rising through seven storeys. Holborn stands at the threshold of the City and the West End, with the British Museum ten minutes on foot north and the Royal Opera House accessible via Covent Garden a short walk south-west. High Holborn was historically the road along which goods and passengers flowed between the City and Westminster, giving this mid-town address a centrality in the capital's geography that continues to attract legal and creative industries.
Restaurants and bars
- Holborn Dining Room — Restaurant
- Mirror Room — Restaurant
- Scarfes Bar — Bar
- The Pie Room — Restaurant · British pies
Experiences
- Art Afternoon Tea — A luxury afternoon tea in central London inspired by Claude Monet, served in the Mirror Room, reimagining the tradition through art and seasonality.
- The Living Gallery — Art and cultural experiences, including the first group exhibition Groundwork, with new works built within the hotel's heritage setting.
- Artistic Journeys with London-based artist Zach Zono — Experience the work of London-based artist Zach Zono and his exclusive residency at Rosewood London.
- Pie Masterclass — A hands-on pie-making masterclass in The Pie Room at Holborn Dining Room, where guests learn traditional techniques and take home recipes.
- Tally Ho! Bike Tours — Discover London's famous landmarks, historic tales and secret spots on a vintage British hand-built bike.
Amenities
- spa
- fitness
- butler service
- concierge
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star (2026)
- MICHELIN Two Keys (2026)
- World's 50 Best Hotels 51-100 (2026)
- #6 Hotel in London (Travel + Leisure (2025)
- AA Five Red Stars (2025)
- #3 Top Hotels in London (Conde Nast Traveler (2023)
- 2026)
- Two MICHELIN Keys
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