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Luxury Apartments in Westminster
Apartments and townhouses on quiet Georgian streets, a short walk from the Abbey, the river and St James's Park
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Where the nation keeps its ceremonies, and its quietest streets
Most visitors see Westminster from the pavement opposite Big Ben, camera raised, and then move on. Stay a week and you find another place altogether: the Georgian terraces behind the Abbey, where the loudest sound after seven in the evening is the Division Bell, and a park with pelicans ten minutes from your front door.
Our Westminster collection runs to 35 properties, mostly apartments in mansion blocks and period buildings, with a few townhouses and family homes. Some have terraces or a balcony, and the largest have room for a family visiting London together.
Here is how the neighbourhood works, what is within walking distance and when to come.
Westminster at a glance
- Properties
- 35 apartments and houses, with up to 5 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,900 to £5,900 a week, from around £2,200
- Best areas
- The streets around Smith Square and Queen Anne's Gate, Millbank and neighbouring Pimlico
- Highlights
- Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Tate Britain and St James's Park
- Getting there
- Gatwick Express to Victoria; Heathrow via the Elizabeth line or Heathrow Express
Browse all 35 properties in Westminsteror see them on the map
Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
House St. Ermin’s Westminster: Spacious 5-Bedroom Luxury Apartment for Families – Westminster5 bedrooms
Rent Hertford Street Residences United Kingdom2 bedrooms
Rent Brick Street Residences United Kingdom2 bedrooms
Rent Obi Apartment United Kingdom3 bedroomsNearby neighbourhoods
The Georgian lanes around Smith Square for peace near Parliament, Millbank for the river and Tate Britain, Pimlico for stucco squares, and Belgravia and Mayfair a short walk away.
Georgian terraces in the shadow of Parliament
A few steps south of the Abbey, Lord North Street and Smith Square form one of the best-preserved Georgian quarters in London, built in the 1720s and still lived in by MPs, peers and the odd lucky visitor. St John's Smith Square, a baroque former church, now hosts concerts.
To the west, Queen Anne's Gate has early eighteenth-century houses with carved door canopies and a statue of the queen herself. Strutton Ground, a short market street off Victoria Street, does a brisk trade in lunch for civil servants, and it is a good place to eat like one.
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Turner by the river, and stucco squares
Walk south along Millbank and you reach Tate Britain, home to the Turner Bequest in the Clore Gallery and five centuries of British art, free to enter. The Thames path here is quieter than on the South Bank, with views across to Lambeth Palace.
Beyond lies Pimlico, a grid of white stucco squares laid out by Thomas Cubitt, with neighbourhood restaurants and the Tachbrook Street market. It is a calmer, more residential choice for families, and Victoria station is close by.
Pelicans, guardsmen and a wartime bunker
St James's Park is Westminster's back garden, with views from the bridge over the lake to Buckingham Palace in one direction and Whitehall in the other. The pelicans have lived here since the seventeenth century, when the first were a gift to Charles II.
Horse Guards Parade, Changing the Guard and the Churchill War Rooms, Churchill's underground headquarters during the Second World War, are all a short stroll away. Westminster Abbey, together with the Palace of Westminster, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and every coronation since 1066 has taken place inside it.
Pageantry in summer, carols in December
June brings Trooping the Colour on Horse Guards Parade, the grandest of Westminster's ceremonies. In September, Open House weekend opens buildings that are usually closed to the public. December is lovely too, with candlelit carol services and a quieter feel once Parliament rises for Christmas.
Spring and early autumn are the best times for walking the parks and the river. Guided tours of the Houses of Parliament run on Saturdays and during recesses, and they are worth booking. Our concierge can arrange tour tickets, restaurant tables, theatre seats and transfers.
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House Zephyr Hawthorn Westminster: Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartment with Air Conditioning & Private Parking – Westminster London2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £5,355 a week
Rent Apartment Altheia United Kingdom2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £5,096 a week
Rent Apartment Stewart United Kingdom2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £5,096 a week
Rent Jackman Apartment United Kingdom2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £5,096 a week
Rent Hirsch Apartment United Kingdom2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £5,096 a week
Rent Alder Apartment United Kingdom2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £5,096 a week
House Lambeth Westminster: Elegant 2-Bedroom Luxury Apartment with Family-Friendly Features – Westminster2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £4,739 a week
House Pimlico Westminster: Elegant 3-Bedroom Apartment with Family-Friendly Features – Westminster3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,662 a weekSearch all 35 properties in Westminsteror see them on the map
Why book your apartment in Westminster with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Westminster switches from tourist crowds to residential calm within a single street, and we know which apartments sit on the quiet side of that line. With 35 properties in Westminster, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Parliament and Abbey tour tickets, theatre seats, restaurant reservations, private guides, nannies and airport transfers. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westminster a good place to stay in London?
Yes, and it is quieter than most visitors expect. The streets around Smith Square and Queen Anne's Gate empty in the evenings, while the Abbey, St James's Park, the West End and the South Bank are all within walking distance.
When is the best time to visit Westminster?
Late spring and early summer bring long evenings and Trooping the Colour in June. September has Open House weekend, and December is atmospheric, with carol services and Christmas lights across central London.
Can you visit the Houses of Parliament?
Yes. Guided tours run on Saturdays and during parliamentary recesses, and UK residents can also ask their MP about tours of Parliament and the Elizabeth Tower. Our concierge can help with booking.
Can you arrange a private chef at a apartment in Westminster?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury propertie in Westminster cost?
Across our 35 properties in Westminster, weekly rates typically range from £2,900 to £5,900, with the most affordable from around £2,200 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Westminster from the airports?
The Gatwick Express runs to Victoria in around half an hour. From Heathrow, take the Elizabeth line or the Heathrow Express into central London, or our concierge can arrange a private car to your door.
Are there apartments in Westminster for large groups?
Yes. Our Westminster collection includes properties with up to 5 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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