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Venue Type
Hotel Venue
City
London
Region
Central London
Standing
600
theatre
350
dinner
250
bedrooms
120
About
Raffles London at The OWO
Located on Whitehall in the heart of Westminster, Raffles London at The OWO is one of London's most prestigious luxury event destinations, combining historic architecture with world-class hospitality and contemporary event facilities. Housed within the magnificent Grade II* listed Old War Office building, the hotel offers an exceptional setting for conferences, executive meetings, gala dinners, product launches, luxury brand activations and exclusive private events.
Meticulously restored over eight years, the landmark property blends Edwardian grandeur with sophisticated modern design across an extensive collection of event spaces, restaurants and luxury accommodation. From intimate board meetings and private dining experiences to spectacular receptions and large-scale corporate celebrations, the venue delivers an unrivalled level of elegance supported by dedicated event specialists and state-of-the-art technology.
Situated moments from Downing Street, Horse Guards Parade and the River Thames, the hotel enjoys a prime Central London location with excellent transport connections while providing one of the capital's most distinctive settings for high-end business events and entertaining.
Event Spaces
The Whitehall Ballroom
The hotel's largest event space features soaring ceilings, elegant architectural detailing and integrated audiovisual technology, creating an impressive setting for conferences, gala dinners, awards ceremonies and luxury receptions.
The Lawrence Rooms
A collection of beautifully restored heritage rooms offering flexible layouts for meetings, presentations, networking events and executive gatherings, all benefiting from abundant natural daylight and period features.
The Heritage Rooms
Several interconnected private rooms provide elegant surroundings for board meetings, client presentations, private dining and VIP hospitality with bespoke catering options available.
The Drawing Rooms
Sophisticated lounge-style spaces ideal for smaller meetings, interviews, receptions and private entertaining, combining residential comfort with luxury hotel service.
Private Dining Rooms
Located alongside the hotel's celebrated restaurants, these spaces offer refined settings for client lunches, executive dinners and exclusive celebrations with tailored menus.
The Central Courtyard
A truly unique event space capable of hosting luxury receptions, product launches and automotive showcases. The courtyard benefits from direct vehicle access, allowing cars to be driven into the building for launches and exhibitions.
The Courtyard
One of London's most distinctive event spaces, the central courtyard can host luxury vehicle launches, fashion events, receptions and outdoor entertaining. Its unique drive-in access allows cars and display vehicles to enter directly into the building, making it particularly sought after for automotive and luxury brand events.
Facilities and Services
Raffles London at The OWO offers integrated audiovisual technology, high-speed Wi-Fi, luxury accommodation, bespoke catering, dedicated event management, concierge services, valet parking, wellness facilities and flexible event layouts. Exceptional hospitality and meticulous planning ensure seamless delivery for conferences, meetings and prestigious private events.
Ideal For
Corporate Meetings
Board Meetings
Private Dining
Networking Receptions
Product Launches
Luxury Brand Activations
Executive Retreats
Client Entertaining
Awards Dinners
Exclusive Hire
Key Features
Five-Star Luxury Hotel
Historic Old War Office Building
Westminster Location
Drive-In Courtyard
Drive-in Ballroom for Car Launches
Integrated AV Facilities
Luxury Private Dining
Luxury Accommodation
Valet Parking
Dedicated Event Team
Exceptional Catering
Five-Star Luxury Hotel
Historic Old War Office Building
Westminster Location
Drive-In Courtyard
Drive-in Ballroom for Car Launches
Integrated AV Facilities
Luxury Private Dining
Luxury Accommodation
Valet Parking
Dedicated Event Team
Exceptional Catering
Why Hire
Raffles London at The OWO combines one of Britain's most significant historic buildings with contemporary luxury hospitality to create one of London's finest event destinations. Its elegant event spaces, exceptional service and unique drive-in courtyard make it an outstanding choice for conferences, private dining, luxury launches and prestigious corporate events.
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Location and Access
Located on Whitehall in Westminster, the hotel is approximately 0.3 miles from Charing Cross Station and 0.4 miles from Embankment Station, providing Underground and National Rail connections across London. London City Airport is approximately 9.0 miles away, while valet parking and the hotel's unique vehicle access courtyard provide outstanding arrival facilities for guests and event installations.
London City Airport | 9.0 miles
Charing Cross Station | 0.3 miles
Embankment Station | 0.4 miles
VENUE INFO
Event spaces
8
meeting rooms
8
bedrooms
120
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