WELCOME BACK TO DUKES LONDON | WHAT TO EXPECT

London and its treasures are open for business. The hospitality trade make up 10% of the country's GDP and it's crucial we support some of our finest institutions such as Dukes London hotel. Being a Londoner I've had the pleasure of visiting DUKES multiple times for client meetings. 

Dukes London is open and I can't wait to visit the world famous bar, where head barman and master mixologist Alessandro Palazzi makes some of the best cocktails in the world. 

Dukes Bar - Dukes London Hotel

Dukes London is anchored in the middle of St James that is teeming with some of the most historic brands, boutiques and ateliers on the face of the earth. Lock & Co. hatters is the second eldest shop in the country and a stone’s throw away. Lock & Co. have supplied hats in many of the James Bond films, starting from the very beginning with Sean Connery in Dr No. Other shops in the area also have proud connections to James Bond. Benson & Clegg have also supplied regimental ties to Roger Moore in Live and Let Die and will feature accessories in the soon to be released No Time to Die. Dukes London was a place of respite for Bond's creator Ian Fleming and to commemorate that Duke's Bar has not one but two Bond Martinis on it's menu.

Cognac & Cigar Garden - Dukes London Hotel

These friendships and neighbouring partnerships with Royal Warrant holders allow – where possible – private and behind-the-scenes access to some of the finest Mayfair goods and services. A distinct privilege for the hotel’s guests.

Changes they've made in the event of COVID.

DUKES Bar is currently open five days a week – from Tuesday to Saturday and 3pm-10pm, with a reduced capacity and walk-in basis only: no bookings available. Of course, the hotel is at pains to comply with all social distancing requirements – including a one-way system where possible, and rigorous sanitisation of all high touch points, and rooms.

During its reopening, DUKES will be offering a reduced restaurant service, and GBR (Great British Restaurant) will remain closed. However, breakfasts, afternoon tea and light dinners will all be available both in-room and in the very-English drawing room. For breakfast choose from continental pastries, healthy yoghurt, fruits and granolas, or eggs (poached, scrambled, as omelettes or pancakes). An all-day menu will also run from 11 am to 10pm including the famous DUKES fish & chips, rib-eye steak, hot and cold sandwiches, soups and salads and fresh fruit or indulgent desserts. Traditional cream tea and savoury afternoon tea will also be available as usual.

But what about my dog Charlie? 

I would love to stay at Dukes London and was kindly offered a Media Stay. Whilst I'm currently unable to accept the generous invitation, I could certainly take advantage of their plush picnic offerings at neighbouring Royal Parks, Green Park or St James’s Park. This is an option that Dukes London can arrange for both guests and non-guests throughout autumn. Various options (where I can take Charlie) include a swanky picnic rug and wicker hamper with the finest British picnic essentials.

How much does it cost to stay at Dukes London? 

Nightly rates at DUKES LONDON in a DUKES room start from £183 inclusive of VAT and breakfast. For more information please call 020 7491 4840 or visit www.dukeshotel.com. All bookings made can be cancelled without penalty up to 7 days prior. Bookings that require alteration within 7 days of booking may be postponed and the hotel will do all it can to be as flexible as possible, understanding that the current situation is unpredictable.

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