Peters Lane, Cowcross Street, Islington, London, EC1M 6DS, United Kingdom
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Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about The Rookery? Walking down Peters Lane, you’d almost miss it if you weren’t looking – it’s tucked into this narrow Victorian street that feels like a secret London forgot to tell tourists about. But honestly, that’s exactly what makes it special. The building itself is this gorgeous red-brick Victorian warehouse conversion, and I mean, the moment you step inside, you get why it scored a 9.2 rating. The lobby has this intimate, literary club vibe going on – dark wood paneling, vintage leather chairs, and books scattered around like someone actually reads them (not just for show).

What really sets this place apart is how it manages to feel both historic and comfortable without trying too hard. The rooms – well, each one’s different, which you either love or hate, but I’m in the love camp. Mine had these massive windows overlooking the cobblestones, exposed brick walls that actually felt cozy rather than cold, and a bathroom with one of those deep Victorian tubs you can properly soak in. The staff genuinely knows their stuff too – not just the usual “how can I help you” routine, but actual local recommendations that aren’t straight from a guidebook. They pointed me toward this tiny café on Exmouth Market that I never would’ve found otherwise.

Location-wise, you’re in Clerkenwell, which is perfect if you want to feel like you’re staying in “real” London rather than touristland. Farringdon tube is maybe a five-minute walk, so you can get anywhere easily, but honestly, I found myself just wandering the neighborhood most evenings. There’s something about those narrow streets and hidden courtyards that makes you want to explore on foot. The area gets pretty quiet after office hours – it’s more business district than residential – so don’t expect loads of late-night action right outside your door, but that also means you’ll actually sleep well. Parking’s basically impossible (this is central London, after all), but if you’re flying in, the Heathrow Express to Paddington then tube across town is straightforward enough. I’d definitely stay here again – it’s got that rare combination of character and genuine comfort that’s surprisingly hard to find, even in a city packed with hotels.

Rooms

  • Superior Double Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
  • Junior Suite with 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
  • Club Double Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults
  • The Rooks Nest with 1 large double bed for 2 adults
  • Club Single Room with 1 single bed for 1 adult
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Facilities

View:

  • City view
  • View

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Shared lounge/T V area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed

Languages spoken:

  • Bulgarian
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese
  • Romanian

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Groups:

  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • Until 12:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.7

Comfort:

9.4

Location:

9.4

Free WiFi:

9.3

Facilities:

9.1

Cleanliness:

9.6

Value for money:

8.4

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