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Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences
Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences
A tailor-made stay… just for you. Once the home of Lords and Ladies of the Royal Court, Taj 51 Buckingham Gate is unlike any other 5-star luxury hotel in London. The hotel offers a wider choice of suites and residences than almost any other in London, providing guests with more space and flexibility to accommodate families, state delegations or top business executives. Our beautifully designed suites and residences feature between one and six bedrooms, each with expansive living areas to relax or work. Every suite boasts a fully equipped kitchen, providing guests with the choice of in-suite dining or enjoying one of the hotel's celebrated restaurants, including Michelin-starred Quilon and the European Kona, famed for its creative afternoon teas. The newly relaunched wellness centre, marrying two iconic brands – Jiva and Temple Spa – offers the finest of East meets West spa treatments, designed to completely relax and restore the equilibrium of body and mind. Our acclaimed butler service and Golden Keys concierges attend to all personal requirements, ensuring bespoke experiences are easily and effortlessly arranged. This admired address has played host to truly dazzling weddings, private events and parties and milestone celebrations. After twilight, a magical incandescence illuminates St. James' Courtyard, offering a peaceful and private stay in the heart of royal London. Described as London’s ‘inner sanctum’, it is here that you will be able to unwind in unique tranquillity.
St. James’ Court, A Taj Hotel
St. James’ Court, A Taj Hotel
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Recommended Experiences
JASMINE INDIAN AFTERNOON TEA
Our Jasmine Indian Afternoon Tea evokes the rich traditions of the indian dining culture with a bold and innovative twist on the traditional afternoon tea. Offering authentic-inspired Indian delights, where sharing food and sipping tea is an integral part of the rhythm of indian life. From the chaiwallah road side tea stalls scattered throughout India right up to the splendour of the residences of the maharajahs; enjoying tea is a uniform and unifying presence in an extremely diverse country. A beautiful selection of food has been crafted on this menu, using traditional spices from across India. Led by executive chef Sheroy Kermani whose 30 year career has seen him travel worldwide for the best flavours and inspiration from across the globe. Enjoy a variety of sandwiches, such as spiced creamed cheese, savoury eastern dishes including crispy chicken tikka spring rolls. Followed by the traditional Indian dessert gulab jamun; beautiful deep fried & sugar poached milk dumplings and a selection of delicious cakes, scones and pastries which includes chocolate rasmalai; creamy cheese cake balls flavoured with chocolate and gulabi; rose flavoured scones. Wash it down with a selection of eastern and western teas and coffees and a simply divine shot of salty caramel lassi with a chikki toffee crunch.
Price
Weekday – £40 per person (£45 with a glass of Prosecco)
Weekend – £45 per person Served daily 12:30 – 18:00
Spa in the City
Be treated like royalty at our exclusive 3-in-1 glamorous pampering package for the perfect day out with friends. Combine a spa treatment in our new jiva spa, with an award-winning afternoon tea of your choice at kona and of course, an exclusive blow-dry with professional bollywood hairstylst, Dar.
Morning Iyengar Yoga
Start your morning with an hour-long iyengar yoga class at the newly launched jiva spa with nicky lowe, which will improve strength, flexibility and confidence. Be welcomed with vishuddi chai before immersing yourself into a session of tranquility and self-awareness, leaving you feeling lighter, calmer and ready for the day ahead. “yoga is the golden key, which unlocks the door to peace, tranquillity and joy” – B.K.S. Iyengar.
Every Wednesday: 07:00 - 08:00
Champagne Flight Experience at The Cellar Room by Laurent-Perrier
The Cellar Room at St James’ Court Hotel in association with laurent-perrier champagne was inspired by the six miles of chalk cellars that lie below the beautiful eponymous estate in the heart of france’s champagne region. The elegantly appointed room, an annexe to the hamptons bar, is available for exclusive private hire, featuring luxury sommelier experiences with some of laurent-perrier finest champagnes – from the crisp and citrusy ultra brut to the rare and exquisite alexandra Rosé, each perfectly paired with canapés.
Opening time:Monday - Friday: 08:00 - 01:00
CANDY STRIPED CAROUSEL AFTERNOON TEA
Welcome one and all to a tasting trip of a lifetime. Hop on board the Candy Striped Carousel for a multitude of treats and an expertly created selection of cakes and goodies. Your taste buds will be awoken by the fantastic chef Sheroy Kermani. We are delighted to invite you to hop aboard our beautifully fantastic carousel of delights and join us for our brand-new Candy Striped (and worthy of hype) Afternoon Tea. The delectable menu is brimming with treats and is much much more than just a short spin on the local ferris wheel, it includes joyful and original treats such as the Spinning top which is a delicious banana and passion fruit compote on chocolate sphere, egg and spoon: mini strawberry and rose flavoured cheese cake on a decorative mock-chocolate spoon. As well as a selection of traditional british sandwiches and scones with a twist! you’ll be singing and dancing with glee as you leave our enchanted fair ground and hit the london pavements at the end of a delightful afternoon! But please do remember: no riding home in your own personal rollercoaster if you’ve been drinking!
Price
Weekday – £40 per person (£45 with a glass of Prosecco)
Weekend – £45 per person
Must be booked at least 24 hours in advance. Served daily 12:30 – 18:00
Picnic in the Park
ALICE TEA PARTY IN WONDERLAND
Our afternoon tea in wonderland will send you down the rabbit hole with a fantastical selection of cakes and pastries inspired by the eponymous book’s characters like ‘queen of hearts’ mango tarts, ‘drink me’ strawberry potion, ‘caterpillar’s mushroom’ raspberry marshmallows, white chocolate mousse teacups and pocket watch macaroons. Accompanying finger sandwiches include alice english cucumber and cream cheese on beetroot bread, fish footman tuna mayonnaise on white bread and lory cornish yarg and tomato with redcurrant jelly.
Price
Weekday – £40 per person (£45 with a glass of Prosecco)
Weekend – £45 per person
Advance reservation required served daily 12:30 – 18:00
Shakespearean Cocktail Of The Month
Royal Vintage Experience
JASMINE INDIAN AFTERNOON TEA
Our Jasmine Indian Afternoon Tea evokes the rich traditions of the indian dining culture with a bold and innovative twist on the traditional afternoon tea. Offering authentic-inspired Indian delights, where sharing food and sipping tea is an integral part of the rhythm of indian life. From the chaiwallah road side tea stalls scattered throughout India right up to the splendour of the residences of the maharajahs; enjoying tea is a uniform and unifying presence in an extremely diverse country. A beautiful selection of food has been crafted on this menu, using traditional spices from across India. Led by executive chef Sheroy Kermani whose 30 year career has seen him travel worldwide for the best flavours and inspiration from across the globe. Enjoy a variety of sandwiches, such as spiced creamed cheese, savoury eastern dishes including crispy chicken tikka spring rolls. Followed by the traditional Indian dessert gulab jamun; beautiful deep fried & sugar poached milk dumplings and a selection of delicious cakes, scones and pastries which includes chocolate rasmalai; creamy cheesecake balls flavored with chocolate and gulabi; rose flavored scones. Wash it down with a selection of eastern and western teas and coffees and a simply divine shot of salty caramel lassi with a chikki toffee crunch.
Price
Weekday – £40 per person (£45 with a glass of Prosecco)
Weekend – £45 per person Served daily 12:30 – 18:00
Spa in the City
Be treated like royalty at our exclusive 3-in-1 glamorous pampering package for the perfect day out with friends. Combine a spa treatment in our new jiva spa, with an award-winning afternoon tea of your choice at kona and of course, an exclusive blow-dry with professional bollywood hairstylist, Dar.
Morning Iyengar Yoga
Start your morning with an hour-long iyengar yoga class at the newly launched jiva spa with nicky lowe, which will improve strength, flexibility and confidence. Be welcomed with vishuddi chai before immersing yourself into a session of tranquility and self-awareness, leaving you feeling lighter, calmer and ready for the day ahead. “yoga is the golden key, which unlocks the door to peace, tranquillity and joy” – B.K.S. Iyengar.
Every Wednesday: 07:00 - 08:00
Champagne Flight Experience at The Cellar Room by Laurent-Perrier
The Cellar Room at St James’ Court Hotel in association with laurent-perrier champagne was inspired by the six miles of chalk cellars that lie below the beautiful eponymous estate in the heart of france’s champagne region. The elegantly appointed room, an annexe to the hamptons bar, is available for exclusive private hire, featuring luxury sommelier experiences with some of laurent-perrier finest champagnes – from the crisp and citrusy ultra brut to the rare and exquisite alexandra Rosé, each perfectly paired with canapés.
Opening time:Monday - Friday: 08:00 - 01:00
The Around The World In 80 Tastes Experience
CANDY STRIPED CAROUSEL AFTERNOON TEA
Welcome one and all to a tasting trip of a lifetime. Hop on board the Candy Striped Carousel for a multitude of treats and an expertly created selection of cakes and goodies. Your taste buds will be awoken by the fantastic chef Sheroy Kermani. We are delighted to invite you to hop aboard our beautifully fantastic carousel of delights and join us for our brand-new Candy Striped (and worthy of hype) Afternoon Tea. The delectable menu is brimming with treats and is much much more than just a short spin on the local Ferris wheel, it includes joyful and original treats such as the Spinning top which is a delicious banana and passion fruit compote on chocolate sphere, egg and spoon: mini strawberry and rose flavored cheesecake on a decorative mock-chocolate spoon. As well as a selection of traditional British sandwiches and scones with a twist! you’ll be singing and dancing with glee as you leave our enchanted fairground and hit the London pavements at the end of a delightful afternoon! But please do remember: no riding home in your own personal rollercoaster if you’ve been drinking!
Price
Weekday – £40 per person (£45 with a glass of Prosecco)
Weekend – £45 per person
Must be booked at least 24 hours in advance. Served daily 12:30 – 18:00
Picnic in the Park
With a vast array of parks just on our doorstep, why not spend your afternoon enjoying the tranquility of the greenery around watching wildlife and relaxing by the lake. The perfect addition to any afternoon stroll in the park, our classic picnic baskets are full of surprise and an excellent way to immerse into the london lifestyle.
Price
Adult – £55
Child – £25 (under 12)
24 hour prebooking required. Please speak to Concierge for the most up-to-date menu.
ALICE TEA PARTY IN WONDERLAND
Our afternoon tea in wonderland will send you down the rabbit hole with a fantastical selection of cakes and pastries inspired by the eponymous book’s characters like ‘queen of hearts’ mango tarts, ‘drink me’ strawberry potion, ‘caterpillar’s mushroom’ raspberry marshmallows, white chocolate mousse teacups and pocket watch macaroons. Accompanying finger sandwiches include alice english cucumber and cream cheese on beetroot bread, fish footman tuna mayonnaise on white bread and lory cornish yarg and tomato with redcurrant jelly.
Price
Weekday – £40 per person (£45 with a glass of Prosecco)
Weekend – £45 per person
Advance reservation required served daily 12:30 – 18:00