In the heart of London, The Royal Foundation of St Katharine offers a serene retreat with continental breakfast, a tranquil garden, and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy brunch or lunch at Yurt Cafe overlooking the garden or unwind with a good book from the library. Helpful staff and modern amenities make this hotel near Tower of London an ideal haven.
At The Royal Foundation of St Katharine, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Tower of London and Tower Bridge. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Yurt Cafe, which serves British cuisine and is open for lunch. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Limehouse DLR Station is 3 minutes and Shadwell DLR Station is 13 minutes.
Languages
Bulgarian, English, French, Irish, Italian, Lithuanian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Swedish
At a glance
Hotel size
36 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Secured onsite self parking (GBP 20 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Computer station
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Library
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
1 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Yurt Cafe - Overlooking the garden, this café specializes in British cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and light fare.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night
Parking
Secured self parking costs GBP 20 per day
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Katharine Royal
Royal Foundation St Katharine
Royal Foundation St Katharine Hotel London
Royal Foundation St Katharine London
St Katharine Foundation
The Royal Foundation Of St Katharine London, England
Royal Foundation St Katharine Hotel
The Royal Foundation Of St Katharine London
The Royal Foundation of St Katharine Hotel
The Royal Foundation of St Katharine London
The Royal Foundation of St Katharine Hotel London
Frequently asked questions
Does The Royal Foundation of St Katharine offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Royal Foundation of St Katharine does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 20 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine and nearby?
The Royal Foundation of St Katharine has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Foundation of St Katharine?
Yes, Yurt Cafe offers British cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around The Royal Foundation of St Katharine like?
The Royal Foundation of St Katharine is in Tower Hamlets, a short 3-minute walk from Limehouse DLR Station.
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The Royal Foundation of St Katharine Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
Nice but a little noisy
Only thing was , being near a railway it was quite noisy. Ok for me as I wasn’t there much, just for a nearby concert for one night .
Amber
Amber, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2024
Wonderful stay
Amazing tranquil hotel, peaceful, well maintained. Great service from all staff. Reasonable prices. Definitely will be staying again.
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2024
Absolutely loved this place
Lucy
Lucy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
The 2nd time I have stayed here and hope to be back next year for Remembrance Sunday.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2024
Awesome visit
Amazing place clean quiet and tranquil. Excellent room clean and comfortable and well maintained. I’ll be going back asap
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2024
Good for wheelchair users.
As a mobile wheelchair user, I found the hotel room was perfect for my needs.
The staff was wonderful, too.
A
A, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2024
Great place
angela
angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2024
excellent breakfast, friendly service, nice area
Kathrin
Kathrin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 21, 2024
Close to DLR. Very good breakfast
Marc
Marc, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2024
Wonderful place to stay for peace & quiet. Convenient to the DLR station and a great breakfast offering.
Patricia
Patricia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
Very interesting and good looking place. Very comfortable and quiet
Carlos
Carlos, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2024
Great Breakfast, clean rooms and a nice and quiet getaway from londons usually busy atmosphere.
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 11, 2024
The staff was very friendly.
Karmen
Karmen, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 13, 2024
Room was clean but minimal but neighborhood made us feel a bit unsafe
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2023
Great stay. Good location, fabulous breakfast
Katie
Katie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
East London Oasis
A place of calm in the bustle of the East End. Nothing fancy but sensibly priced and close to DLR.
Breakfast good, bed comfortable and shower great.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
The place was lovely and great customer service. The only thing I was annoyed with is noisy from outside
Istabrak
Istabrak, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 2, 2024
Comfortable and quiet.
Craig
Craig, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
This FAR exceeded my expectations. Will be back again.
Christ
Christ, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2024
We had a great 4 night stay at The Royal Foundation of St. Katharine. The public facing spaces are lovely, comfortable and nice places to spend time. The sitting areas are welcoming, the courtyard is peaceful, and the breakfast was a great way to start the day. The Yurt Cafe was a great addition to our stay. Perfect place to grab a bite to eat after a busy day, sit outside, and end enjoy the outdoors. We encountered two of the priests during our stay and they were very friendly and welcoming. We would certainly recommend this property to others looking for a spot out of the normal busy scene with a relaxing atmosphere.
Jill
Jill, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 15, 2024
Basic
Very basic room. No tv, bed was ok. Not entirely what I would call comfortable.
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2024
The retreat centre has a chapel, beautiful courtyard and many quiet spaces for small group gatherings or conversations. The breakfast food was fresh and delicious.
Helen
Helen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2023
Excellent accommodation in a uniquely peaceful environment
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2024
Urban oasis! Love the mission and vision of the foundation. The Yurt Cafe is great too! Convenient to the DLR and C2C railway stations
Janiece
Janiece, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
A lot of value for money
Very Nice hotel, good location, Nice staff. The neighbourhood felt safe. Absolutely worth the money. The breakfast was very good. It has a late check in - but since we could store our Luggage at the hotel in a safe room it was okay.
The Rooms were always Nice and clean. Properly the cleanest hotel in london i have tried.