The OWO is a landmark Grade II* listed Edwardian baroque building situated in the heart of London on Whitehall and opposite Horse Guards. Formerly known as The Old War Office, home to the Ministry of Defence where great statesman, such as Winston Churchill and Lord Haldane worked, but also the writer, Ian Fleming, who drew much of his inspiration for James Bond from his time there.
The OWO has been meticulously brought back to life to as a new destination for Central London, moments from the Royal Park of St. James, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament and Downing Street, all of which are a short walk away.
The OWO is a destination like no other, consisting of:
- 120-key 5-star Raffles Hotel – the first in the UK
- 9 celebrated restaurants, and 3 award-winning bars onsite, including Michelin-starred Mauro Colagreco, Papermoon, Kioku by Endo and Langosteria, opening this spring
- 85 Private Residences (1-5 bedrooms)
- 24-hour security, concierge and valet parking
- Discreet residents’ only entrance
- 30,000 sq ft of private leisure and amenity space exclusively for the residents
- Resident amenities include boardroom, gymnasium with movement studios and treatment room, private dining room with Raffles catering available, 16-seater cinema room and games room, and multiple lounges for relaxation or entertaining
- Private residents’ garden courtyard
- Access to Raffles’ hotel facilities including the 25m swimming, vitality pools, the UK’s first Guerlain Spa and Pillar Wellbeing
- Secure underground parking and storage
- All residences serviced and managed by the Raffles-trained team
Each of the 85 remarkable private residences has been designed to honour the building’s remarkable architecture, while introducing refined, contemporary details for effortless modern living. Heigh ceilings, generous proportions unmatched anywhere in Central London and exceptional amenities that extend beyond the home, create a private world of serenity, wellness, and leisure, while residents benefit from the legendary service of Raffles Hotel & Resorts, a name synonymous with exceptional hospitality for over 130 years. Dedicated service from the residential concierge team ensures every aspect of life at The OWO is seamlessly managed and elevates your every day.
