Buckingham Palace is not merely nearby at The Rubens at the Palace: the Royal Mews sits directly across Buckingham Palace Road, giving the hotel an unusually immediate royal setting. Inside, the tone is traditional and distinctly British, with individually decorated bedrooms and suites, richer themed categories and a strong emphasis on classic detail. The English Grill handles the more formal dining. Afternoon tea is served in the Palace Lounge, with drinks divided between the Leopard Bar and New York Bar. St James’s Park and Victoria are close, but the view towards the Royal Mews remains the defining feature of the address.