Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch Opens with Elegance

Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch has opened reservations ahead of its autumn debut. It marks the next chapter for one of London’s most ambitious restoration projects, and a defining milestone for Waldorf Astoria in the United Kingdom.

Positioned on The Mall opposite Buckingham Palace in St James’s, the restored Grade I listed monument will welcome overnight guests for the first time in its history.

Standing at the ceremonial heart of London, Admiralty Arch has long been synonymous with national pageantry and state occasions. Commissioned by King Edward VII in memory of Queen Victoria and designed by Sir Aston Webb, the architect behind the Buckingham Palace façade, it was conceived as a defining gateway to the capital.

Guest Rooms: From Intimate Spaces to Grand Residential Suites

The hotel will feature 114 elegantly designed rooms, suites and residences. Each space is carefully crafted to respect the building’s historic architecture while introducing the understated elegance and service for which Waldorf Astoria is known.

Expansive residential and signature suites will occupy more than half of the accommodation space showcasing a distinctly residential expression of luxury.  

The names of the residences and signature suites will reference the building’s unique history and naval heritage, including the Nelson Suite, St James’s Residence and Victory Residence, named after HMS Victory

Signature Restaurants by Culinary Icons

Extending Waldorf Astoria’s legacy of pairing world-class culinary talent with destinations, Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch will debut two destination restaurants by Clare Smyth MBE and Daniel Boulud. The two globally celebrated chefs, whose restaurants together hold eight Michelin stars, will bring their distinctive culinary approaches to Coreus and Café Boulud.

Set within the former home of the First Sea Lord, Coreus will be Smyth’s fine dining concept celebrating the UK’s coastal heritage, with menus centred on sustainably sourced seafood, British produce and seasonal ingredients.

Smyth, the only British woman whose restaurants currently hold four Michelin stars, will also introduce an intimate Whiskey & Seaweed bar concept, inspired by her iconic Potato and Roe dish. The bar will feature a curated collection of whiskies from across the UK, alongside a refined cocktail and wine programme.

Café Boulud, located on the rooftop, will mark Boulud’s return to London with an all-day dining format, spanning breakfast, pastries and afternoon tea through to lunch and dinner.

Positioned at the top of Admiralty Arch, the restaurant and terrace will offer one of London’s most distinctive rooftop dining settings, pairing Boulud’s cuisine with sweeping views across St James’s Park and Buckingham Palace.