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Rafayel Hotel & Spa, London
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About the Hotel
34 Lombard Road,
London,
United Kingdom,
SW11 3RF,
Greater London
- Near Chelsea Harbour
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4.2
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Loved by Rafayel Hotel & Spa guests
"The view from my room was exceptional."
"Aside from the usual expected (but amazing) spa, suites, gym etc, they have an absolutely incredible roof terrace that literally blew my mind with the view of London."
"The room so massive and beautiful with a nice view in the 2nd floor I love love my stay"
Designer Rooms
Rafayel Hotel & Spa has designer rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, spacious private bathrooms, and entertainment systems. All rooms include perks such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, along with free WiFi and safes. Room options include a media hub, a Hypnos double bed and a flat-screen TV. Interconnecting rooms are available upon request, subject to availability. Some rooms feature a bathtub, while others offer a walk-in shower. Junior Suites offer partial river views with a bathtub or a hot tub with urban views. The suites have a hot tub, a Hypnos double bed, a 55-inch flat-screen TV, and a sitting area. Standard rooms have urban views, ceiling-to-floor windows, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, a Hypnos double bed, and a walk-in shower. The property offers a 7th-floor roof terrace with 360-degree views of London.
Dining by the Thames
The Banyan on the Thames Restaurant serves an extensive grill-based menu, offering options such as Salmon Fillet (£19.50) and Sea Bream (£18.00). The restaurant serves a Mix Grill (£12.00) with chicken tikka, chicken wings, and lamb kebab. Other choices include Banyan Biryani (Vegetable £15, Chicken £16, or Prawn £18), and Chicken Tikka Masala (£16.00). The Rafayel's riverside bar serves cocktails and a light bar menu. The bar area sells fine cigars, which can be enjoyed in the hotel's cigar lounge. Continental breakfast is available for £9.95, and a Traditional English Breakfast is £14.95. Nighttime room service offers pizzas and sandwiches.
Leisure and Spa
Leisure facilities include a sauna, a steam room, and a range of spa treatments. Available spa treatments include derma planning and the Glow Super Facial that uses Million-dollar vitamin C10 to clear free radicals. Other treatments offered are a deep tissue massage for persistent pain and sports injuries, and an aromatic full body massage utilizing essential oils. Oxygen infusion and red-light therapy improve the skin's ability to repair itself.
Location & Transport
Rafayel Hotel & Spa is located in Battersea, next to the heliport and on the River Thames, a 30-minute riverside walk from the hotel to Sloane Square and a 20-minute walk to Kings Road. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Clapham Junction, accessible by a 5-minute taxi or the 170 bus (every 12 minutes). The 170 bus links to Victoria Station and Roehampton. London City Airport is 25 km away. Car parking is available for £20.00 per day.
Guest Services
The property provides one-call guest service for all amenities. From Monday to Friday (07:30 AM to 10:00 PM) and Saturday and Sunday (09:00 AM to 10:00 PM), there is a free shuttle transfer to Clapham Junction and Clapham Common, every 30 minutes. Professional Event Managers are available to manage events. The hotel implements a purified water system. All information gathered will be held in a database at offices.
“This riverside hotel emphasizes wellness and sustainable practices, and it seems to genuinely deliver on both. I'm impressed by the thoughtful touches, like the eco-friendly dry cleaning and the advanced air conditioning, and the Banyan restaurant's grill-based menu sounds enticing. Plus, with its position near Battersea Park, it strikes a nice balance of tranquility and access to London's attractions.”
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Cozy rooms, spacious suites, and family-friendly homes, all with flexible cancellation policies & special deals
Superior Double Room
2 persons
260 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
295 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Standard Double Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Emperor Suite
2 persons
550 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities
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General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Locker room
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
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Dining Onsite
Banyan on the Thames Restaurant at the Rafayel Hotel & Spa presents a harmonious blend of cuisines, featuring Mediterranean, Asian, and grill favorites. Guests can enjoy their meals in a family-friendly yet stylish riverside setting, complemented by scenic views of the river and a cozy cigar lounge.
Rafayel Hotel & Spa Location
34 Lombard Road,
London,
United Kingdom,
SW11 3RF,
Greater London
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34 Lombard Road,
London,
United Kingdom,
SW11 3RF,
Greater London
City landmarks
Museum
Victoria and Albert Museum
1.8
mi
Museum
Science Museum
1.9
mi
Museum
Natural History Museum
1.8
mi
Landmark
Coca-Cola London Eye
3.4
mi
Garden
Buckingham Palace
2.6
mi
Museum
National Army Museum
1.3
mi
Church
Chelsea Old Church
4900 ft
Landmark
Harrods
2.1
mi
Museum
The British Museum
4.0
mi
Landmark
Carlyle's House
1.3
mi
Hospital
Royal Hospital Chelsea
1.5
mi
Stadium
Stamford Bridge
1.9
mi
Zoo
Battersea Park
1.3
mi
Landmark
James Abbott McNeill Whistler Statue
4200 ft
Park
Hyde Park
2.6
mi
Landmark
Design Centre
3000 ft
Church
Brompton Cemetery
1.1
mi
Garden
Chelsea Physic Garden
1.2
mi
Landmark
Fulham Palace
1.6
mi
Hospital
London House
2100 ft
Park
Clapham Common
1.4
mi
Park
Wandsworth Common
1.2
mi
Landmark
Recipease Clapham
3800 ft
Landmark
Chelsea Bridge
1.5
mi
Bridge
Albert Bridge
1.0
mi
Bridge
Battersea Bridge
1.1
mi
Museum
Chelsea Football Club
1.9
mi
Nearby
100 York Rd
York Gardens Library
1500 ft
Amusement Park
Fred Wells Gardens
1300 ft
Restaurants
Banyan on the Thames
500 ft
Falcon Wharf 34 Lombard Road Rafayel on the Left Bank
Motu Indian Kitchen
100 ft
Lombard Road
Afternoon Tea at Rafayel on the Left Bank
200 ft
34 Lombard Road Falcon Wharf
ZuZu Grill
200 ft
Falcon Wharf 34 Lombard Road
Waterside Bar & Restaurant
1.1
mi
The Boulevard Imperial Wharf
The Candlemaker
1600 ft
136 Battersea High Street
Varanasi Chefs
1600 ft
142 Battersea High Street
Caravela restaurant
1600 ft
145-149 Battersea High Street
Manna Dew
1600 ft
169 Battersea High Street
The Woodman
2100 ft
60 Battersea High Street
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Local Highlights Near Rafayel Hotel & Spa
York Gardens Library
6 minutes' walk
York Gardens Library offers a quiet retreat with a charming reading area and hosts community events throughout the year.
Fred Wells Gardens
5 minutes' walk
Fred Wells Gardens is a peaceful park ideal for families, featuring playgrounds and lovely green spaces perfect for picnics.
National Army Museum
25 minutes' walk
The National Army Museum houses exhibitions on British military history and offers free entry and family-friendly activities.
Battersea Park
25 minutes' walk
Battersea Park, with its scenic landscapes and boating lake, is perfect for outdoor activities and leisurely strolls by the river.
Motu Indian Kitchen
1 minute' walk
Motu offers authentic Indian cuisine with a modern twist, featuring spicy curries and fresh naan, with vegetarian options available.
Banyan on the Thames
2 minutes' walk
Banyan on the Thames serves contemporary British dishes with stunning riverside views-ideal for a casual yet chic dining experience.
Waterside Bar & Restaurant
20 minutes' walk
This upscale restaurant features seasonal dishes made from local ingredients and stunning views of the river-reservations recommended.
Getting around
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at GBP 20 per day.
Internet
High-speed internet access is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP14.95 per person per day.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2012
Number of rooms:
71
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about Rafayel Hotel & Spa from previous guests about their experience.
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Pros
Clean hotel
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Good breakfast
Cons
Spa bath issues
Uncomfortable bed
Damp smell
Guest reviewsbased on 1591 reviews
Rowan from United Kingdom
Single
Junior Suite
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:January 15, 2026
9.5/10
excellent stay with really good dining
spacious suitejacuzzi bathfabulous foodtasty breakfast
The empore suite was spacious, and i loved the jacuzzi bath. the restaurant served fabulous food. The wagu burgers were amazing. cocktails tasted great. breakfast included delicious samosas and eggs made to order.
the wifi was erratic at times, and the gym equipment looked randomly in the hallways.
Location
9/10
The hotel is conveniently located near public transportation. A bus stop right outside the premises provides direct access to the center.
Dining
10/10
I enjoyed the restaurant. It offers river views and a diverse menu with options. the bar provides a pleasant ambiance, and the cocktails are prepared with skill! the food tasted great.
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vivian from united kingdom
Single
deluxe double room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 29, 2025
8.8/10
comfortable stay near the river
affordable drinkspleasant barmanpolite staff
i found a good rate for accommodations. the room i had was very nice. the drinks were priced affordably, and the barman was pleasant. i also appreciated the staff's politeness.
The lighting system in the room was a bit complicated. It took multiple presses to operate lights.
Dining
9/10
the restaurant offered great value adjacent to the hotel. the breakfast was very good (especially the poached eggs!). the evening meals also had good sauces.
Location
8/10
the hotel is situated directly on the river bank. it is convenient for strolls along the river. a bus station is located directly in front of the building (easy access to public transportation).
Facilities
9/10
the hotel includes a spa. the spa features a lovely area. the hotel has a sauna and a jacuzzi that guests can use.
Rooms
9/10
the room was clean and spacious. it featured a comfy bed. the room was equipped with usb ports for charging devices (very handy!).
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Theodore from United States
Couple
superior double room
4 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 28, 2025
7/10
large roomgood bathroom sizerestaurant viewcrowded spamalfunctioning poolmisused space
the room was large. the bathroom size was good. the restaurant offered a view of the thames (i enjoyed it).
the spa was very crowded with five people. the small pool for swimming did not work. i felt there was misused space in the room.
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isabella from italy
Couple
deluxe double room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 17, 2025
9.0/10
riverside tranquility
spacious roomscomfortable beddelicious breakfast
the location worked well being on the river i found good walking routes. the room was spacious with all the comforts needed for our stay and the bed was comfortable. i appreciated the helpful team who worked here and the breakfast was delicious.
i found the hotel's decor a bit too elaborate for my taste with an abundance of items that seemed somewhat unrelated to the overall aesthetic.
Service
9/10
the team offers a helpful service, i found them attentive to guests. the breakfast service begins early at 7 am. early breakfast allows a prompt start for morning outings and schedules.
Rooms
10/10
our beautiful double room was spacious and clean it included luxurious toiletries. the bed offered comfortable rest each night. the room offered a pleasant retreat after a day of exploration.
Location
8/10
the hotel is by the river and close to several walking routes. the placement allows easy access to local parks and attractions. a bus stop directly outside provides transport to victoria and clapham junction.
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Grayson from United States
Couple
Deluxe Double Room
3 nights in August 2025
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Reviewed:September 20, 2025
7/10
efficient check-inattentive servicebizarre objectdated area
The reception team handled check-in efficiently. The restaurant sits directly on the Thames. Food tasted great and service was attentive. The room proved spacious.
The hotel features bizarre objects throughout. The gym is poorly maintained. Some equipment appears broken. The spa area looked dated.
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FAQs
About Rafayel Hotel & Spa
What amenities are included in the rooms at Rafayel Hotel & Spa?
Rooms include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, a mini fridge bar, and coffee and tea making facilities.
What dining options are available at Rafayel Hotel & Spa?
The hotel features two restaurants, including the Banyan on the Thames, which serves an extensive grill-based menu.
What recreational facilities does Rafayel Hotel & Spa offer?
Guests can enjoy a swimming pool, fitness centre, sauna, steam room, and a range of spa treatments.
How far is Rafayel Hotel & Spa from Clapham Junction?
The hotel is just 1 km from Clapham Junction.
What is the distance from Rafayel Hotel & Spa to London City Airport?
London City Airport is located 25 km away.
What nearby attractions are close to Rafayel Hotel & Spa?
Nearby attractions include the River Thames for scenic walks, Battersea Park, and Sloane Square.
Does Rafayel Hotel & Spa offer airport transfers?
A complimentary shuttle service to Clapham Junction and Clapham Common is available.
What services does Rafayel Hotel & Spa provide for business travelers?
The hotel offers elegant meeting facilities and a professional event management team.
Is breakfast available at Rafayel Hotel & Spa?
Breakfast is available for an additional charge of 14 GBP.
What languages are spoken by the staff at Rafayel Hotel & Spa?
The staff speaks multiple languages to accommodate diverse guests.
What special view options are available in the rooms at Rafayel Hotel & Spa?
Some rooms offer partial river views and specially designed Jet Lag recovery lighting technology.
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