The Royal Horseguards Hotel, which is located on the banks of the Thames and part of Whitehall Court has reopened to London travelers.

The London hotel was originally transformed into a Secret Service base during the First World War.

Built in the style of a French chateau in 1884, Whitehall Court is now a Grade I-listed building, a title given it to for its architectural and historic importance.

The hotel is located in block two of the building. Famous residents of the hotel include Lord Kitchener, William Gladstone, George Bernard Shaw and Grand Duke Michael of Russia.

During the First World War, the Secret Service officials used the eighth floor for their operations.

The hotel has now reopened to guests after a £16 million renovation project.

"Following an extensive refurbishment, the hotel's 280 bedrooms have been transformed into state-of-the-art luxury accommodation, confirming its place among the capital's most luxurious and desirable hotels," said the hotel.

"Come and share its unique history and experience the difference for yourself."

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