Updated October 2026
In short: The OWO Residences by Raffles occupy part of the restored Old War Office on Whitehall, opposite Horse Guards. There are 85 private residences, from one to five bedrooms, serviced by the Raffles team, with a 24-hour concierge, residents' lounges, a private garden, a cinema and access to the hotel's pool and facilities. Rentals are rare and usually handled discreetly.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Whitehall, London SW1A, opposite Horse Guards, close to St James's Park |
| Building | The Old War Office (built 1886–1906), restored by the Hinduja Group |
| Residences | 85 homes, one to five bedrooms |
| Services | Raffles-managed, 24-hour concierge, valet and secure underground parking |
| Amenities | Around 30,000 sq ft of residents' space, private garden, cinema, games room, lounges, fitness and treatment suite; access to the hotel's 20-metre pool |
| Hotel | 125-key Raffles London at The OWO, with restaurants and bars |
Details from the developer's marketing information. Individual residences vary.
Who rents here?
Typical tenants include international executives, diplomats and families relocating to London who want hotel-level service with the privacy of a home. Corporate lets and furnished short-to-medium-term arrangements are common.
Before you rent a branded residence
- Confirm which hotel services are included in the rent and which are charged
- Check the inventory and furnishing specification
- Agree parking, storage and staff access arrangements
- For company lets, confirm the tenant entity and notice terms
- Understand building rules on deliveries, guests and works
How Fraser Bond helps
| 1 | Discreet brief Your requirements, timing and budget, handled confidentially. |
| 2 | Access Introductions to available residences, including those not publicly marketed. |
| 3 | Negotiate Rent, term, services and furnishings. |
| 4 | Relocate Referencing, inventory and move-in support for international tenants. |
Owners at The OWO
- Discreet letting to vetted tenants
- Management in liaison with Raffles and the building team
- Rental valuations based on current prime central London evidence
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