The Montague on The Gardens Hotel

Situated in The West End, adjacent to The British Museum, The Montague on the Gardens is a Georgian townhouse boasting English allure and a wide wealth of eating and drinking areas to delight friends, family and colleagues.  

Enjoy the quintessential tradition of Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens, highly commended for several years in the Afternoon Tea Awards. Served throughout the hotel, afternoon tea can be enjoyed alfresco (weather permitting) on the Garden Terrace, a unique area within the busy city allowing you to relax and enjoy your time. 

Pop-Up Experiences at The Montague on the Gardens: The Montague on the Gardens also plays host to several of London's most famous Pop-Up Experiences. For more details regarding the Ski Lodge and Winter Lodge pop-up experiences for 2025/ 2026 please click here. 

The Beach Bar will return in 2025 - enquires are now open for bookings of 10+ people between the 19th of May and the 14th of September 2025. For more details please visit Beach Bar

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Seasonal Afternoon Tea experiences:

Afternoon Tea: Wimbledon Championship Lanson Upgrade

30th June - 13th July 2025 - £75 per person
Serve up a taste of Wimbledon with our Championship Afternoon Tea, complete with a Lanson Champagne upgrade to toast the occasion. Available from 30th June to 13th July 2025 at £75 per person, it’s the perfect way to enjoy quintessential classic treats while celebrating the spirit of Centre Court.

Afternoon Tea: Afternoon Tea Week Offer
11th - 17th August 2025 - Afternoon Tea + seasonal cocktail £70 per person
Join us in celebrating Afternoon Tea Week from 11th to 17th August 2025 with a special offer that honours this beloved British tradition. Enjoy our elegant Afternoon Tea paired with a refreshing seasonal cocktail for £70 per person. This exclusive experience marks the occasion in true style, showcasing why Afternoon Tea remains one of the UK’s most cherished dining rituals.

Afternoon Tea - Halloween with a seasonal cocktail
31st October - £70 per person
This Halloween, indulge in a spookily elegant Afternoon Tea featuring seasonal treats and a themed cocktail, served on 31st October. Priced at £70 per person, the experience blends autumnal flavours with a touch of eerie sophistication. Celebrate the season of falling leaves and festive frights with a delightfully wicked twist on a classic tradition.

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Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens 

There's nowhere better to savour a delicious traditional Afternoon Tea than The Montague, overlooking peaceful gardens in the heart of London. Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea with vegan, vegetarian, Halal and gluten-free options available. Children's Afternoon Tea is also available. 

Traditional Afternoon Tea is priced at £60 per person / Children under 12 years £24.50 

Welcoming group bookings on the Garden Terrace for your celebrations - minimum spends apply depending on your selected date

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The Ultimate Bottomless Afternoon Tea

Enjoy the ultimate Afternoon Experience at The Montague on the Gardens. Guests can enjoy Bottomless tea delicacies and Lanson Champagne.

This Afternoon Tea experience is available daily

Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Gluten-Free options are available. 

£160 per person (15% service charge applicable)

Available between 1pm - 5pm for 90 mins. 

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The Leopard Bar at The Montague on the Gardens 

The Leopard Bar welcomes guests daily. 

No great hotel is complete without a first-class bar, a place that changes its character as the day progresses, an environment in which the relaxed atmosphere and friendly service make you feel completely at home. The Leopard Bar at The Montague on the Gardens Hotel is just such an oasis, tucked snugly away from the city streets.

The Leopard Bar offers a perfect blend of chic traditional British elegance and colonial South African-inspired furnishings, alongside comfortable, quiet, and cosy corners. Enjoy a variety of bar snacks and meals, and an excellent selection of drinks and expertly mixed cocktails. 

LIVE JAZZ EVENINGS AT THE MONTAGUE: Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings between 6.30 pm - 10 pm

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The Montague Street Gardens Series
The Montague Street Gardens Series is a special summer collaboration between The Montague on the Gardens and The Bedford Estates, offering guests exclusive access to the beautiful Montague Street Gardens. This elegant series features a selection of refined events, including traditional afternoon tea and live jazz performances in a private outdoor setting. It’s a unique opportunity to enjoy the best of the season in one of Bloomsbury’s most charming hidden gems.

The Montague Street Gardens Soirée: Live Jazz Evening

Thursday 26th June

The Montague on the Gardens presents a one-of-a-kind live jazz evening set in the enchanting Montague Street Gardens, with exclusive access granted in partnership with The Bedford Estates. This luxurious outdoor event offers an unforgettable summer night of music, elegance, and atmosphere in the heart of London. Join us for a magical experience where smooth jazz fills the air under the open sky.

Tickets:

• The evening runs from 5pm-9pm
• This is a ticketed event. Tickets can be purchased for £20 per person which includes a complimentary drink (Prosecco, Wine, beer or soft drink - one drink per person).
• Additional drinks can be bought from the Montague on the Gardens Pop Up Bar.
• Payments are strictly non-refundable and non-transferable.

16th and 17th August - The Montague Street Gardens Series: Afternoon Tea Week
In celebration of Afternoon Tea Week, The Montague on the Gardens invites guests to enjoy a traditional afternoon tea in the charming setting of the Montague Street Gardens. In partnership with The Bedford Estates, guests will collect their afternoon tea from the hotel and enjoy exclusive access to the gardens for this special weekend only. It’s a rare opportunity to savour a classic British experience in a truly picturesque and private setting.
Terms and conditions:
• Priced at £39 per person, this includes access to Montague Street Gardens and Afternoon Tea
• The Afternoon Tea will be packaged in a takeaway box, which can be collected at the specified time of your booking, from the gate of the Montague Street Gardens. This will contain a selection of sandwiches, seasonal cakes, and fresh scones. No drinks will be included. The Montague on the Gardens hotel team will be operating a pop-up bar during the weekend for guests to enjoy, with payment required on the day.
• Booking in advance is required and limited availability applies
• Traditional, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and halal menus are available, please specify any dietary requirements at the point of booking
• Visitors can enjoy the Afternoon Tea as a picnic in the gardens, as a self-service experience. A collection of tables and chairs will be available, but these may be limited. We cannot guarantee seating.
• Full pre-payment is required at the point of booking and is strictly non-refundable.

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Blue Door Bistro 

The Blue Door Bistro provides a welcoming and informal bistro-style setting, with a superb à la carte menu to match. Light and airy at lunchtime, warm and cosy by evening, the room is decorated on three sides with a panoramic view of London circa 1849. Together with the rich mahogany paneled walls, effective use of mirrored glass, and contemporary wrought iron wall lights, an ambience rooted in the hotel’s location is beautifully achieved.

Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available.

Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Table D'Hote Menu: 

Available daily for Lunch and Dinner: 2 Courses for £35 and 3 Courses for £40

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Celebrating a special occasion? 

The Montague on the Gardens boasts many spaces to host a private party, be this for business or pleasure. The experienced events team would welcome your enquiry and discuss your requirements. Afternoon Tea makes for a wonderful celebration for baby showers, birthdays, hen parties, wedding receptions and anniversaries.  

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 Venue Hire at The Montague on the Gardens 

Grand celebrations demand a venue that does justice to the event – somewhere steeped in style, filled with history, and blessed with a wonderful location. The Montague on the Gardens is the ideal venue for fairy-tale events such as weddings, family birthdays, children's parties, anniversaries, cocktail parties and summer events.

The Montague on the Gardens comes fully equipped to meet your needs and more, with highly attentive staff and a range of facilities to support you throughout your planning. Our function rooms can accommodate small and large groups in comfortable elegance and your own dedicated Events Coordinator will help you choose the venue, food, wine and the extra thoughtful touches to ensure your event is a success.

Special spaces
The Montague on the Gardens Hotel has a large variety of areas from which to choose the setting for your celebration, from two wonderful conservatories flooded with natural daylight to our al fresco summer Garden Terrace overlooking the Bedford Estate Gardens, and five private dining rooms which can cater for up to 160 guests.

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The Montague on the Gardens for Business

New Instant Book is available for the Bloomsbury Suite. The Montague on the Gardens are delighted to offer delegates two packages that can be secured online via DesignMyNight (subject to availability). Search for a date, select your package, book and make payment for a quick and easy way to secure your venue requirement.

• Bloomsbury Suite
• 9 am-5:30 pm (or anytime in between these hours)
• Minimum number of 10 guests
• Capacity of 22 theatre style / 18 boardroom style
• Ability to instant book but must be at least 48 hours in advance

The Bloomsbury Package
• Room hire @ £500.00
• Unlimited tea & coffee @ £20.00 per person
• Tea & coffee @ £5.00 per person, per serving
• Tea & coffee with chefs choice of snack @ £6.50 per person, per serving
• Sandwich lunch with tea & coffee @ £25.00 per person
• Jugs of iced tap water @ complimentary
• 52inch TV and screen
• Wi-Fi

The Montague Package
• Day Delegate Rate @ £60.00
• 3 x servings of tea and coffee
• Sandwich lunch
• Jugs of iced tap water @ complimentary
• 52inch TV and screen
• Delegate pads & pens
• 1 x flipchart and pens
• Wi-Fi

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Christmas Festivities at The Montague on the Gardens

Make this Christmas more magical by celebrating at The Montague on the Gardens. Whether it's an intimate dinner for two or a family celebration, we have something to suit your festive occasion. Enjoy a Christmas lunch to remember or join us for a Festive Afternoon Tea to embrace the Christmas spirit.

THE MONTAGUE FONDUE 

November sees the return of the popular Cheese Fondue Experience at the Winter Lodge for a unique pop-up dining experience, featuring traditional Swiss cheese fondue.

Available every weekend from 8th to 28th November 2025, and daily from 5th January to 31st March 2026, this cosy seasonal event celebrates timeless flavours with ingredients made for sharing.

Price: £50 for two people, additional guests will be charged £25 per person

Time: 1 and 8 pm (subject to availability)

THE SKI LODGE

London's ultimate winter party venue returns early November 2025 to deliver festive joy with a touch of cosy nostalgia. Our premier festive party destination offers a range of options to suit your requirements. Come and celebrate this magical time with us at The Ski Lodge in the heart of Bloomsbury. For more details please visit Montague Ski Lodge