A national treasure
South Africa’s most cherished hotel stands majestically on Umhlanga’s beachfront, overlooking the Indian Ocean & the iconic lighthouse.
The New York Bar
Renowned for its striking red décor, original artwork, and friendly ambiance, The New York Bar at The Rubens blends traditional hospitality with innovative cocktails, gin-tasting experiences, and live music. Our inviting bar is a true highlight of London Victoria. We also have a Champagne trolley, showcasing a selection to choose from.
The talented team, led by Salvatore Maggio, Bar Manager, are passionate about creating a great lounge bar experience through impeccable service, generous hospitality and expert knowledge. There is a delicious bar menu and Express Lunch menu available, alongside a cocktail menu which offers a journey from early signature classics through to modern mixology, as well as delicious infusions and table theatre cocktails.
The New York Bar provides the perfect setting for luxury date nights, after work drinks, pre-dinner cocktails and laid-back lunch meetings. Our bar menu - filled with a variety of tantalising light bites, indulgent sandwiches, and comfort food specialities - offers the perfect accompaniment, whatever the occasion may be.
We kindly request that you book online. This is the easiest and most efficient way to reserve your table and it displays our most up-to-date offers and availability. We are also able to accommodate requests and make arrangements for special occasions through our online booking system.
Should you have any further queries, please contact us at diningrb@rchmail.com
Booking information
The Beach Bar is for exclusive hire or for hotel residents only. We unfortunately cannot take reservations for individual guests unless you are a hotel resident. Public walk-ins may be available on the day but are subject to availability.
Please enquire via the booking widget.
- Daytime slot – 12pm - 5pm
- Evening slot – 6pm - 10pm (Afterparty options are available in the Great Russell Suite until 12am)
Please enquire with our team if you require a longer session. June, July, and September are our peak months and the minimum spend varies depending on the date booked.
We have highlighted our most popular packages on this page but please contact us at meetmt@rchmail.com for anything bespoke.
Head to the Beach Bar
The Montague ‘Beach Bar’ returns each summer, complete with real sand, a beach-hut style thatched roof, delicious cocktails and BBQ platters.
The Beach Bar party experiences
The Beach Bar experience
Exclusive use of The Beach Bar and large conservatory for your arrival reception
Floral leis on arrival
‘The Montague Rum Punch’ served in a coconut on arrival
10-item summer-inspired floating buffet, featuring a selection of meat, fish, vegetarian, and dessert options (vegan/gluten-free/dietary options available)
Unlimited selection of rose, red and white wine, bottled beer, and soft drinks (for three hours)
After party with DJ (£12,500 minimum spend applies)
Personalised event signage/reader board
Full event management from a dedicated coordinator
Cloakroom facilities
Summer-themed background music
Price: £105 per person | Minimum 20 people
The Deluxe Beach Bar experience
Exclusive use of The Beach Bar and large conservatory for your arrival reception
Floral leis on arrival
‘The Montague Rum Punch’ served in a coconut on arrival
10-item summer-inspired floating buffet, featuring a selection of meat, fish, vegetarian, and dessert options (vegan/gluten-free/dietary options available)
Unlimited selection of spirits, rose, red and white wine, bottled beer, and soft drinks (for three hours)
After party with DJ (£12,500 minimum spend applies)
Personalised event signage/reader board
Full event management from a dedicated coordinator
Cloakroom facilities
Summer-themed background music
Price: £130 per person | Minimum of 20 people
Additional options
Black tie event? Our staff will be dressed in lifeguard-themed uniforms (white shirts & red shorts) however, if this does not suit the theme of your event, we will be more than happy to wear waistcoats/suits at no extra charge.
Photobooth with unlimited online prints (£300)
Photobooth with unlimited online and 250 physical prints (£500)
Personalised photo booth with unlimited online prints (£400)
Personalised photo booth with unlimited online and 250 physical prints (£600)
We have three meeting rooms on the lower ground floor available for your pre-event event conference with capacities of up to 120 guests (theatre style).
Cheese raclette with a range of delicious condiments (£500 for 2 hours, 50 guests maximum)
DJ with after-party (10pm - 12am, £450)
Complimentary DJ with after-party* (£12,500 minimum spend applies to receive complimentary DJ & room hire of the Great Russell Suite)
Still hungry? Why not select four food items for your after-party buffet (e.g. pizza and chips) for £20 per person.
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