5 Stars Hotel 
Address: 12 Temple Place, London, United Kingdom
District: Covent Garden
Average guest rating: 8.6 with 149 reviews![]()

Offering luxury 5-star accommodation in a prime location, this hotel is situated in a quiet oasis just off Victoria Embankment and enjoys panoramic picture postcard views of the River Thames. Swissôtel The Howard London boasts fantastic panoramic views across the River Thames, taking in world famous landmarks from the Houses of Parliament to St Paul’s Cathedral. The hotel offers an excellent central London location and it is just a short walk from Covent Garden with its theatres, restaurants, nightlife and shopping markets. Other famous attractions within walking distance include the Tate Modern art gallery and the London Eye. During your stay you can enjoy the tranquilly that you would expect from a high-class hotel, with amenities that include working desks, high-speed internet access and in-room movies. With a restaurant that serves French cuisine enhanced with subtle Asian flavours, the hotel provides all the ingredients for an enjoyable stay in London.
Gay Friendly, Luggage Storage, Heating, Valet Parking, Safety Deposit Box, Elevator, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled, Non-smoking Rooms, Terrace, Garden, Newspapers, 24-hour Front Desk, Bar, Restaurant
Wi-Fi / Wireless LAN, Fax/Photocopying, Currency Exchange, Internet Services, Ironing Service, Breakfast in the Room, Dry Cleaning, Laundry, Babysitting/Child Services, Business Centre, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Room Service
Swissôtel The Howard, London is set in a quite oasis just off the Embankment. The hotel enjoys a postcard panoramic view of the River Thames from the House of Parliament to St. Paul’s Cathedral. Just a short stroll will take you to the West End and Covent Garden with its bars, restaurants and shopping.
Jaan, the hotel's stylish restaurant, offers fine cuisine based on modern French cooking. Its contemporary, minimalist culinary presentations are enhanced with delicate and subtle Asian flavours and scents. Signature dishes include wild pigeon and foie gras, and rabbit and lobster roulade. The extensive wine list at Jaan also offers carefully chosen wines by the glass to complement each dish. Opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 07:00 to 10:30, 12:00 to 14:30 and 17:45 to 22:30. Saturday: 07:00 to 10:30 and 17:45 to 22:30. Sunday: 08:00 to 11:00. The restaurant's décor is contemporary and elegant. The ceiling-to-floor sliding glass doors overlook the serene garden courtyard, which offers alfresco dining during warmer months. Adjacent to the magnificent garden courtyard is Temple Bar, the perfect place to enjoy casual conversation and a cigar, complemented by a glass of aged whisky, whilst savouring the traditional and cosy atmosphere. See and be seen in Mauve, the new, modern and stylish lounge serving afternoon tea and light meals during the day and specially selected wines, champagnes and cocktails during the evening. No detail is too small to ensure that your event is a resounding success. The 2 elegantly appointed Fitzalan and Arundel suites enjoy natural daylight and both can be divided into 2 soundproof suites, each giving you all the flexibility you would require. Both suites are air conditioned and are equipped with state of the art audiovisual and lighting technology, which will enhance any event to the highest standard. The hotel will also provide you with a dedicated conference and events organiser to work with you to ensure that all your expectations are met.
Continental breakfast is not included and costs GBP 18.00 per person. Full English breakfast is not included and costs GBP 23.50 per person.
No deposit will be charged.
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is included.
Pets are not allowed.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and costs GBP 15.00 per 24 hours.
Private parking is possible on site and costs GBP 37.00 per day.
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 40.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB, Carte Blanche
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Book online or call our reservation hotline. Monday-Friday from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm (CET – Central European Time).
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