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Rosewood London is a hotel destination wedding venue in Holborn, United Kingdom, hosting 430 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about £52,000 (our estimate), reached from London Heathrow (LHR), About 45 to 60 minutes by car. Best months: June, July, August, September.

Rosewood London

HolbornEngland, United Kingdom

Rosewood London occupies a Belle Epoque building of 1914 on High Holborn, built as the Pearl Assurance headquarters, and it is the rare London hotel with a courtyard: guests drive through a stone arch off the street into a private square, which solves the arrival problem every city wedding has.

Guests
430 standing
Rooms
306 rooms
Cost
About £52,000for 80 guestsAisle estimate
Season
Best weather Jun–SepAisle estimate
Getting there
LHRabout 1 h by carAisle estimate

About the venue

Rosewood London occupies a Belle Epoque building of 1914 on High Holborn, built as the Pearl Assurance headquarters, and it is the rare London hotel with a courtyard: guests drive through a stone arch off the street into a private square, which solves the arrival problem every city wedding has.

Inside, the Grand Ballroom takes 200 for a reception with room for staging, a band and a proper dance floor, and the foyer outside it has a pair of staircases rising to a balcony that turns the entrance into the event.

Smaller counts use Sir George, reached by the Grand Marble Staircase cut from a single block of Italian marble, or the Mirror Room.

The kitchen builds menus rather than selling packages and works with certified kosher and specialist South Asian caterers, which is why a good share of London’s multi-day weddings run here.

  • 1914 Belle Epoque building with a private courtyard off High Holborn
  • Grand Ballroom takes up to 200 with staging and a dance floor
  • Twin staircases and a balcony over the ballroom foyer
  • Certified kosher and specialist South Asian catering arranged in house

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Standing reception
430 guests

Staying over

Rooms
306 rooms

House rules

Pets
Yes
Children
Yes

Best weather to marry

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  1. January: out of season
  2. February: out of season
  3. March: out of season
  4. April: good
  5. May: good
  6. June: best
  7. July: best
  8. August: best
  9. September: best
  10. October: good
  11. November: out of season
  12. December: out of season
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Getting there

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LHR, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes
Phone
020 7781 8888
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Reviews of Rosewood London

“We had a great time at Rosewood. The check-in with Andrea was very smooth and welcoming, which made for a lovely start to our stay. Our room was nice and comfortable, and we felt at ease right away.”

György CsikósRead the whole review on Google

4.7out of 5, from 3,544 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

How many guests can Rosewood London hold?
The Grand Ballroom takes receptions of 150 to 200 with full staging and a dance floor. Sir George and the smaller rooms suit ceremonies and dinners from about 10 to 60, and the planning team confirms exact seated layouts per event.
Can we take the whole hotel?
Rosewood London is not a buyout venue in the country-house sense, but event spaces are contracted exclusively and the hotel arranges group room blocks, so a large wedding can hold the ballroom, foyer and several rooms at once.
Does the hotel handle kosher and South Asian catering?
Yes. The kitchen works with certified kosher caterers and specialist South Asian culinary teams, integrating them into the event rather than treating them as an outside supplier, and builds menus for each wedding rather than selling fixed packages.
Is there an outdoor space?
The courtyard is the outdoor space, a private stone square off High Holborn used for arrivals and drinks. There are no gardens, so a Rosewood wedding is an indoor event with the building itself doing the work.
When is the best time to marry in London?
The hotel works the same in any weather, so dates are driven by cost rather than climate.
How do guests get there from the airports?
Heathrow is 45 to 60 minutes by car or about an hour on the Piccadilly line straight to Holborn station, two minutes’ walk away. Gatwick runs to St Pancras in half an hour, then five minutes by cab.

A sample wedding weekend

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Friday · day 01
  • 18:30Welcome drinks in the Mirror Room, dinner at Holborn Dining Room
Saturday · day 02
  • 14:00Ceremony in Sir George, arrival by the Grand Marble Staircase
  • 15:30Reception in the ballroom foyer, guests on the balcony above
  • 19:00Dinner and dancing in the Grand Ballroom
Sunday · day 03
  • 11:00Farewell brunch before guests scatter across London

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Sources and booking notes

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  • Standing reception: 430 guests

    “Accommodating up to 430 guests for large receptions and divisible for smaller gatherings, our Grand Ballroom is both flexible and luxurious, lending a dignified air to any event.”
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  • Rooms: 306 rooms

    “The Rosewood London is a five-pearl hotel with 306 rooms and suites set in a majestic Edwardian property on the busy central London thoroughfare of High Holborn.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Our culinary team creates bespoke menus for each celebration, from intimate gatherings to larger receptions.”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: Yes

    “Together with exceptional Asian caterers, our team of professional planners will curate a bespoke menu to honour the culture and culinary traditions you both hold dear.”
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  • Dietary options: Kosher

    “Our experienced culinary team collaborates with the finest Kosher caterers to craft the wedding menu of your dreams, guaranteeing memories that last a lifetime.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “The Dining Room, with a show kitchen, offers exclusive culinary experiences, while Scarfes Bar, The Pie Room, and The Terrace provide unique settings for unforgettable events.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Four-legged friends also have a memorable stay at this elegant London hotel.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “The Rose Buds for Children program treats your family to a number of special amenities, according to its needs.”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “· Valet parking”
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  • Event spaces: Ballroom

    “The Grand Ballroom exudes elegance with its flexible design, dramatic staircases, and balcony overlooking a stunning foyer, creating a perfect setting for any occasion.”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Every element is thoughtfully coordinated to ensure a seamless and elegant celebration at this central London wedding venue.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “An expansive London wedding venue for larger celebrations, with space for dining and dancing beneath statement chandeliers.”
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  • Swimming pool: No

    “Dining too is outstanding, including two all-day restaurants, and the spa is certainly deluxe, but there is no swimming pool on-site.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “Rosewood London, an Edwardian Grade II-listed gem near Covent Garden, offers stunning venues like the Grand Ballroom and Chairman’s Boardrooms.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “From floral design and lighting to music and catering, Rosewood London's wedding experts will assist you in customizing your nuptials with unique touches to create lasting memories.”
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About £52,000for 80 guestsAisle estimate

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