InnFinder London · Est. 2026
The London Casino Hotel Guide

Stay Grand.
Play Gracefully.

InnFinderLondon curates the capital's most glamorous hotels with gaming floors under the same roof. From velvet card rooms in Mayfair to roulette wheels above the Thames, find the suite, the table and the evening made for you.

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Strictly for adults aged 18 and over. Set your limits before you take a seat at any table.

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About Us

A Key to London's Grandest Tables

InnFinderLondon began with a simple belief: the perfect London night starts in a beautiful room and ends at a well-run table.

We visit and profile hotels where elegant accommodation and licensed gaming floors share one address. We note how quiet the corridors are after midnight, how patient the croupiers are with newcomers and which suites look out over the river.

Meet the Hotels
  1. I

    Hand-Picked Venues

    Every hotel is assessed in person by our editors.

  2. II

    Licensed Floors Only

    We feature regulated, adult-only gaming venues.

  3. III

    Table Game Insight

    Rules, etiquette and tips explained with clarity.

  4. IV

    Responsible Approach

    Entertainment first, limits always.

The Hotels

The Register of Stay & Play

Six remarkable hotels, each with its own gaming character. Choose a style, then open any ticket for suites, tables and signature experiences.

The Sovereign Crown hotel facade in Westminster at blue hour Westminster
No. 01

The Sovereign Crown

A Victorian landmark beside Parliament with a gilded roulette hall and suites framing the clock tower.

4.9Score
18Tables
Riverlight Tower glass hotel on the South Bank at night South Bank
No. 02

Riverlight Tower

A glass tower on the Thames with a sky-level poker deck and floor-to-ceiling river panoramas.

4.7Score
24Tables
Private poker room with green baize table in The Baize Room, Mayfair Mayfair
No. 03

The Baize Room

An art deco hideaway of 38 rooms with wood-panelled card salons reserved for intimate poker evenings.

4.8Score
9Tables
Kensington Garden Court white stucco hotel with garden lanterns Kensington
No. 04

Kensington Garden Court

A serene stucco mansion with lantern-lit gardens and a refined baccarat salon opening onto the terrace.

4.6Score
12Tables
Meridian Heights gaming lobby with skyline views in Canary Wharf Canary Wharf
No. 05

Meridian Heights

A sleek tower of black marble and gold light with London's largest hotel blackjack floor.

4.8Score
30Tables
The Gilded Curtain theatrical gaming floor in Covent Garden Covent Garden
No. 06

The Gilded Curtain

A former opera house reborn as a hotel, with roulette and card tables beneath three tiers of velvet balconies.

4.9Score
21Tables
Casino Experience

An Evening in Three Acts

The joy of a gaming hotel is that the night never needs a taxi. Here is how the finest evenings unfold.

Polished roulette wheel with gaming chips on green felt 37 Pockets 1 Zero
I

The Floor

  • Bring valid photo ID; every licensed floor checks age and identity on your first visit.
  • Begin at lower-minimum tables to settle in before moving to the main tables.
  • Decide your budget and your time before the first chip lands.
II

Private Salons

  • Reserve through the concierge for small groups, birthdays or celebrations.
  • Baccarat, blackjack and poker are the most requested private formats.
  • Expect a personal host, curated menus and a quiet room away from the floor.
III

Etiquette

  • Smart casual is standard; gala evenings may ask for black tie.
  • Place chips before betting closes and leave them be once a hand is in play.
  • Phones off the felt and a courteous word for the croupier go a long way.
Table Games

The Card Room

Turn each card to learn how the game is played, with a tip from our editors.

A A
Blackjack hand of ace and king on green felt

Blackjack

Beat the dealer without passing twenty-one

Turn card

Blackjack

Each player receives two cards and chooses to hit, stand, double or split. Picture cards count as ten and aces as one or eleven.

Editor's tip Learn basic strategy before you sit down. Many hotels offer free lessons in the afternoon.
K K
Ornate baccarat card shoe on crimson felt

Baccarat

Player or Banker, closest to nine wins

Turn card

Baccarat

Back the Player, the Banker or a Tie. The dealer follows fixed drawing rules, so the game is elegant, quick and easy to follow.

Editor's tip The Banker bet carries the lowest house edge. Watch a few rounds first to enjoy the ceremony.
Q Q
Royal flush of hearts on a navy poker table

Poker

Read the table and build the best hand

Turn card

Texas Hold'em

Two private cards, five shared cards and four rounds of betting. Unlike house games, you compete against fellow guests.

Editor's tip Hotel poker rooms run beginner-friendly evenings on weekdays. Ask the floor manager.

Roulette

Single-zero wheels

Craps

The liveliest table

Three Card Poker

Fast, simple hands

Pai Gow

A calm, strategic classic

The Concierge's Pairing

Find Your Stay

Tell our concierge the atmosphere you love and the game you would most like to play, and we will suggest the hotel that suits your night.

I Choose your atmosphere

II Choose your game

With the compliments of the concierge

Your card awaits

Pick one atmosphere and one game to see your match.

Events & VIP

Tonight's Programme

Tournaments, galas and private evenings from our partner hotels across the 2026 winter season.

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14Nov

Thames Winter Poker Classic

Riverlight Tower, South Bank

A two-day Hold'em tournament on the sky deck with panoramic river views and live commentary.

Smart Casual
05Dec

Mayfair Baccarat Soiree

The Baize Room, Mayfair

Private baccarat salons, string quartet performances and a seasonal tasting menu.

Evening Wear
31Dec

New Year Grand Roulette Gala

The Gilded Curtain, Covent Garden

Ring in 2027 beneath the velvet balconies with a midnight wheel spin and live orchestra.

Black Tie

Silver Key

For curious first-timers

  • Introductory table lessons
  • Priority event newsletters
  • Late check-out on request
Most Requested

Gold Key

For regular weekend guests

  • Reserved tournament seats
  • Suite upgrades when available
  • Dedicated floor host
  • Gala event invitations

Sovereign Key

For the true connoisseur

  • Private salon bookings
  • Chauffeured city transfers
  • Personal concierge by email
Guest Voices

Letters from Our Readers

FAQ

Before You Check In

Quick answers to the questions our readers ask most often.

Not usually. Most hotel gaming floors welcome adult visitors who register with valid photo ID, though some private salons are reserved for residents or members.

You must be 18 or over to enter a licensed gaming venue in the United Kingdom. Expect an ID check on arrival, and carry a passport or photo driving licence.

Smart casual is standard across our featured hotels. Gala evenings and VIP tournaments often request black tie, which is noted in each programme listing.

No. InnFinderLondon is an independent editorial guide. We do not take reservations, payments or wagers of any kind. Always book directly with the venue.

Set a budget and a time limit before you play, take regular breaks and never chase losses. Visit our Responsible Gaming page for free, confidential support options.
Contact Us

Write to the Concierge Desk

Questions about a featured hotel, an idea for our next profile or a partnership enquiry? Our editors read every letter and reply within two working days.

[email protected]

Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 18:00 UK time

To help us reply quickly, mention

  • The hotel or event you are asking about
  • Your preferred dates of stay
  • The table games you enjoy most
  • The size of your group

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