The Colony Club United Kingdom Casino

What You’re Walking Into

Twenty-four Hertford Street sits in a part of Mayfair that really speaks for itself. The Colony Club has operated from this address since 1996, so it has close to thirty years behind it in one of the most competitive luxury casino areas in the country. It belongs to the Genting Casinos UK group, a network of over 40 venues, and this one is firmly at the premium end of that line-up.

The gaming floor is around 20,000 square feet. There are more than 20 tables, electronic machines dotted around, and a space that clearly was not designed for a quick bet and a beer. Genting Casinos UK Limited holds the operating licence here, under the UK Gambling Commission rules. If you ever want to double-check, Westminster City Council is the local licensing authority and the premises details sit in the public register.

The Games

Table coverage is solid for a London club of this type. You get American Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat (Punto Banco), Three Card Poker, Caribbean Stud Poker, plus dedicated poker tables. Electronic roulette terminals hook into the live tables, so you can follow the same wheel but play from a machine if that is more your style. Slot machines are on the floor as well, including progressives - reports put the top prize on some linked jackpots at roughly £20,000, although that figure can move around.

Casino table play usually runs from midday through to 6 a.m. every day. Electronic gaming is often listed as 24 hours, but that is something to confirm directly before you plan around it. Hours do change from time to time, and the venue is the only source that counts for current schedules.

Membership - How It Actually Works

This is not a casual walk-in spot. Access runs on a membership basis, and the way it works can catch people out if they just turn up without reading ahead.

You start with an application through the official website at www.thecolonyclub.co.uk or via the main Genting Casinos site. That request goes in front of a membership committee, which looks at applications on a rolling basis. You wait for a decision before your first visit; there is no reliable same-day approval. Once you are accepted, membership gives you entry to the casino floor, restaurant and bar.

When you arrive you need valid photo ID. The minimum age is 18, in line with UK gambling law. Dress code is taken seriously and sits at the strict end - this is Mayfair and the club leans into that. Smart clothing is the starting point, and anything too casual is unlikely to get past reception.

Older write-ups talked about a lifetime membership fee of £500. Newer information suggests that upfront charge has been removed, but the approval process remains in place. Some directory entries still mention walk-in access for non-members with ID checks, which may reflect an earlier policy. To be sure about how it works now, go straight to the source: [email protected] or +44 (0)20 7495 5000.

One practical point that applies to any venue with a committee: send in your application earlier than you think you should. Rolling review is not the same thing as instant review.

Food, Drinks, and the Rest of the Evening

The Colony Club is more than a casino with a token bar in the corner. The restaurant operates seven days a week, generally from around 7 p.m. until 2 a.m., with a menu pitched at fine dining. The bar and lounge usually open in the early evening and run late, serving seasonal cocktails, premium spirits, and wines - pretty much what you would expect in this part of London.

There is live entertainment through the week. Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings usually bring jazz and Motown performances. On Friday and Saturday, the tone shifts to live DJs, often playing until about 4 a.m., so the atmosphere can feel quite different depending on the night you pick.

Valet parking is on offer. There is some street parking in the area, but it is still Mayfair, with everything that implies. Green Park and Hyde Park Corner Underground stations are both close enough to walk. If you are coming along Park Lane, there is a bus stop near the Hilton that lands you within a short stroll.

Planning a First Visit

It is worth sorting a few basics before you head over:

1. Send in the membership application in advance and give the committee time to review it.
2. Call +44 (0)20 7495 5000 or look at the website to confirm opening hours and any special events for the date you are aiming for.
3. Check the dress code properly at home, not in a rush on the pavement.
4. Take valid photo ID with you - UK rules on this are not flexible.
5. If dinner is part of the plan, use the restaurant line: +44 (0)20 7317 4743.
6. Decide on a budget in advance, because table minimums here sit in line with the club’s positioning.

The Genting Rewards loyalty scheme applies at The Colony Club and across other Genting venues. If you already play at another Genting property, your points follow you here. Handy to know if you are already on their books.

Contact Details

The Colony Club runs under UK casino regulation, which builds in player protection rules and responsible gambling requirements. Through the UK Gambling Commission’s public register, you can check the premises licence for Genting Casinos UK Limited at this address. If you are worried about gambling habits, national support services are available and operate independently from the casino itself.