Afternoon Tea FAQ

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Afternoon Teas

Reservations

How much does Afternoon Tea at The Ritz cost?

We offer several Afternoon Tea experiences, our prices are as follows

Ritz Traditional Afternoon Tea	£38
Champagne Tea	£49
Celebration Tea	£49
Celebration Tea with Champagne	£58
Service charge is included

prices valid until 30th April 2010

What time is Afternoon Tea served?

Afternoon Tea is served in The Palm Court at 11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm, 5:30pm and 7:30pm

How do I book?

Bookings can be made online by visiting our
secure online site:
By email: tea@theritzlondon.com
By telephone: +44 (0)20 7300 2345

What is the best way to book?

Online is the fastest and easiest way to book. The availability is "real time" and you will receive an instant email confirmation.

How can I be sure that my online booking is safe?

Our booking form operates on a secure server. Additionally, your information or personal details will not be passed on to any third parties.

What do I need to make a booking?

You will need a valid credit card in order to guarantee your booking. No charges will be made to the credit card at this time. You will also need to provide your name, address, telephone number and email address

What if I have a voucher?

Please see the voucher section >>

How far in advance do I need to book?

Due to the popularity of afternoon tea booking in advance is a must.

For reservations on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays the booking period is approximately four weeks ahead. For reservations on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays the booking period is approximately three to five months ahead.

It may be easier to make a booking for 11:30 or 19:30

What if I need to amend the date of my booking?

Subject to availability, it is possible to reschedule your afternoon tea. You can reschedule by clicking here >>

What if I need to cancel?

Cancellation is free of charge if the Hotel receives notification by 2pm local London time, 2 days (48 hours) prior to arrival. After this time a penalty charge will apply.

Please click here to see our full terms and conditions.

If afternoon tea is fully booked, is there a waiting list?

There is no waiting list. However, since our online booking system is in real time you can use it to check to see whether any tables have become available on your preferred date.

For how many people can I reserve for?

If you book online, you can reserve for up to 5 people. By telephone, you can reserve for a maximum of 12 people. It will generally be a table of 8 joined with a table of 4. But the number of tables are not confirmed.

If your booking is for more than twelve people then please email our events department on events@theritzlondon.com

Vouchers

I have been given a voucher, how do I make a reservation?

Book online by clicking here >> A credit card is still needed in order to guarantee the booking but the credit card will not be charged.

In the extras section of the online booking (step 4) You must tell us that you have a voucher, please enter your voucher number into this section.

Do I need to bring my voucher on the day?

Yes, please ensure that you do bring your voucher on the day, otherwise we may ask you for an alternative form of payment

How do I buy a voucher as a gift?

Please visit our online gift shop by clicking here.

If the price of Afternoon Tea changes, do I have to pay the difference?

No, the price of your Afternoon Tea is fixed for the life of the voucher. (vouchers are valid for 12 months from date of purchase)

My voucher is about to expire, can I extend it?

You can extend your voucher for an additional 6 months at the price of £30.

On the day of my reservation

How do I get there?

The Ritz London is located on 150 Piccadilly, W1J 9BR.

By underground: Green Park is the nearest underground station. Green Park Station is on the Piccadilly, Jubilee and Victoria Lines.

By bus: The 8, 9, 14, 19, 22, 38 and C2 routes stop right next to The Ritz.

By train: Victoria and Charing Cross Stations are the closest mainline railway stations.

Once I get to The Ritz where do I need to go?

The entrance of The Ritz is located on Arlington Street. Afternoon Tea is served in the Palm Court which is located on the left hand side of the Long Gallery, after the glass doors. Please feel free to ask any of our friendly staff for directions.

When should I arrive?

You should arrive ten minutes before your reservation time in order to fully enjoy The Ritz Afternoon Tea experience.

How long will the experience last for?

Enjoying Afternoon Tea takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Is parking available?

We offer valet parking at the price of £12 for 2 hours.

Can I leave any items with you?

We offer a cloakroom for coats, hats and umbrellas however, due to limited space we are unable to store any other items for you.

What will my Afternoon Tea consist of?

A choice of several varieties of tea, finely cut sandwiches, freshly baked scones, jam and clotted cream and a range of delicate pastries

When do I pay for my Afternoon Tea?

After your tea you will need to make payment before you leave The Palm Court.

How can I pay for my Afternoon Tea?

You can pay by credit card (we accept all major credit cards), cash or cheque or Afternoon Tea gift voucher

What shall I wear?

Befitting the elegant style of The Ritz, we observe a formal dress code in the public areas of the Hotel. With the exception of breakfast, gentlemen are required to wear a jacket and tie in The Ritz Restaurant, The Palm Court and The Rivoli Bar. Jeans and sport shoes are not permitted in any of these areas. Ladies may wear trousers.