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The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London
275Pearl PointsWhitehall After-Dark

About The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London
A polished Whitehall hotel lounge that makes sense when drinks and bar food need to carry the same sitting. Choose it for a composed central London setting and credible cocktail-bar recognition; skip it if you want a loud, low-commitment crawl stop or a full restaurant meal.
The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London is a London bar and lounge where the verified basics are direct: it opens daily from 12 PM to 12 AM, has a smart-casual dress code, holds a Pinnacle Guide 1 Pin for 2026. Beyond those points, specific claims about the menu, drinks, prices, service style, or setting should be confirmed directly with the venue.
Use it as a London lounge option when the priority is clear planning information. If you are comparing it with other London venues, start with Our full London bars guide or Our full London restaurants guide. Other options to consider by name include Crystal Moon Lounge, Kioku Sake Bar, Salvatore at Playboy, Spy Bar, Velvet, The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London.
A London lounge with verified daily hours
The most useful confirmed detail for planning is the schedule: The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London is listed as open from 12 PM to 12 AM every day of the week. That makes it easier to consider for a daytime, evening, or later visit, while still checking directly with the venue before making plans.
The venue also lists a smart-casual dress code. For London planning, pair it with Our full London hotels guide. For a broader outing, compare it with other London dining and drinking options rather than relying on unverified assumptions about cuisine, price, or menu format.
Who should book it, who should choose elsewhere
Book The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London if you want a London bar-and-lounge option with daily noon-to-midnight hours, smart-casual expectations, a confirmed Pinnacle Guide 1 Pin for 2026. Choose elsewhere if you need verified details that are not available here, such as a specific menu, price range, seating format, dietary policy, or takeaway and delivery information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London?
The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London is open every day from 12 PM to 12 AM. Choose the time that fits your plans, confirm directly with the venue if timing is important.
What is The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London known for?
The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London is a London bar and lounge with a smart-casual dress code and a confirmed Pinnacle Guide 1 Pin for 2026.
Where is The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London located?
The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London is located in London.
How can I contact The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London?
You can reach The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London via the venue's official channels.
Location
57 Whitehall, London SW1A 2BX, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
Compare The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London | London | Pinnacle Guide 1 Pin (2026) |
| Spy Bar | London | , |
| Kioku Sake Bar | London | , |
| Velvet | London | , |
| Crystal Moon Lounge | London | , |
| Salvatore at Playboy | London | , |
How The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London compares with similar nearby venues.
Also Consider
- Spy Bar, Notable alternative
- Kioku Sake Bar, Notable alternative
- Velvet, Notable alternative
- Crystal Moon Lounge, Notable alternative
- Salvatore at Playboy, Notable alternative
How it compares with London hotel and cocktail peers
Spy Bar is the sharper choice for a more clandestine cocktail mood, while The Guards Bar & Lounge at Raffles London is better for a calmer Whitehall lounge setting where food can be part of the plan. If booking friction matters, The Guards is the easier call; if atmosphere needs more edge, Spy Bar has the stronger pull.
Kioku Sake Bar suits guests who want a sake-led angle and a more specific drinks identity. Velvet is a better fit for a livelier hotel-bar night. Choose The Guards when the brief is quieter, more formal, more practical for conversation with food on the table.
Crystal Moon Lounge works better for a grand lounge stop, while Salvatore at Playboy is the stronger cross-shop for a classic cocktail name with a more destination-bar feel. The Guards is the sensible middle ground: easier to book, central, better suited to guests who want a polished drink-and-food sitting rather than a scene-led night.
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