Inside Prince Harry’s ‘secret’ £1.6k-an-hour VIP suite at Heathrow airport – with 96 staff & a Michelin-starred menu

PRINCE Harry flew 5,000 miles this week to be by the side of his dad King Charles after his shock cancer diagnosis.

The Duke of Sussex travelled from the US to London and landed at Heathrow airport, where there is a “secret” £1,600-an-hour VIP suite.

Prince Harry jetted 5,000 miles to be by King Charles' side after his cancer diagnosis
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Prince Harry jetted 5,000 miles to be by King Charles' side after his cancer diagnosisCredit: Louis Wood
Heathrow Airport has a luxury VIP facility called the Windsor Suite, which is often used by royals
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Heathrow Airport has a luxury VIP facility called the Windsor Suite, which is often used by royalsCredit: Instagram/@heathrowvip

The hidden facility - referred to as the Windsor Suite - is often used by royals, A-list celebrities and world leaders like the Pope and the Dalai Lama who want to fly under the radar at England’s busiest airport.

Prince William and Kate Middleton previously splashed out £3,000 to have a slot using the facilities. 

And former Prime Minister Boris Johnson is also thought to have booked it pre-holiday.

Of course, it certainly doesn’t come cheap to start your holiday with a Michelin dining menu, chauffeur service to your plane and with your own butler. 

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Here is what Prince Harry could enjoy in the VIP lounge whenever he flies to and from London...

Private butler and personal shopper

As you arrive in the Windsor suite, one of the doormen - dressed in top hat and tails - will escort you inside.

Here you will meet your very own personal butler who will ensure you don’t have to lift a finger during your stay. 

You also get your own private shopper, who can take you through the delights of the Heathrow terminals.

If this wasn't enough, there are said to be 96 staff members who look after the "eight unique and beautifully decorated private lounges" in the Windsor Suite.

Extravagant lounge

The VIP room has been decked out to feel luxurious, with a large sofa and armchairs. 

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Guests can relax watching their own TV or eat at the large formal dining table.

And forget having to share a toilet with other airport guests as you get your own private one available.

Prince Harry would no doubt feel at home in the Windsor suite as there has been a portrait of the Queen on the wall.

With beautiful decor and artwork from the likes of Andy Warhol, there are also hidden features such as bombproof glass and netting to hide from the paparazzi.

Michelin dining

The food in the Windsor Suite is certainly fit for royalty as the seasonal menu has been created by British Michelin starred chef Jason Atherton.

Whether you are looking for a light snack or a three-course meal with champagne, the kitchen will have you covered.

Chauffeur service

Forget struggling on a train with your suitcase or trying to grab an Uber, guests who use the Windsor Suite have the often of being picked up in style from their door - although the royals typically have their own travel arrangements.

According to the website: “One of our chauffeurs will greet you at your door – you’re then driven in comfort and peace to Heathrow Airport.”

You will also be personally driven to your aircraft after your lounge stay so you aren’t running late through the airport.

Harry’s UK visit

King Charles spent 30 ­minutes with estranged son Harry yesterday, which was their first meeting in 16 months.

William, 41, did not join his dad and warring brother.

The Duke of Sussex, 39, landed at Heathrow at lunchtime following a ten-and-a-half hour overnight flight.

He was whisked to London while Charles, 75, delayed a helicopter flight to Sandringham so they could hold their first meeting in 16 months.

The King was said to be “doing very well” and “entirely his normal self”.

Another Palace source said the King was “on his usual good form”, and “just a little frustrated that his condition has affected not just his own plans but impacted on others”.

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It was the first time Harry and Charles had met in private since Queen Elizabeth II died in September 2022, though they have been in telephone contact.

Charles looked happy with the reunion as he was pictured for the first time since the Palace announced his cancer diagnosis on Monday.

The VIP room has been decked out to feel luxurious, with a large sofa and armchairs
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The VIP room has been decked out to feel luxurious, with a large sofa and armchairsCredit: Instagram/heathrowvip
The menu has been created by British Michelin starred chef Jason Atherton
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The menu has been created by British Michelin starred chef Jason AthertonCredit: Instagram/heathrowvip
As you arrive in the Windsor suite, one of the doormen - dressed in top hat and tails - will escort you inside
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As you arrive in the Windsor suite, one of the doormen - dressed in top hat and tails - will escort you insideCredit: Instagram/@heathrowvip
Whether you are looking for a light snack or a three-course meal with champagne, the kitchen will have you covered
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Whether you are looking for a light snack or a three-course meal with champagne, the kitchen will have you coveredCredit: Instagram/@heathrowvip
There is a door to plane service for users of the Heathrow Suite
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There is a door to plane service for users of the Heathrow SuiteCredit: Instagram/@heathrowvip
The King was said to be 'doing very well' and 'entirely his normal self'
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The King was said to be 'doing very well' and 'entirely his normal self'Credit: AFP
King Charles spent 30 ­minutes with estranged son Harry yesterday, which was their first meeting in 16 months (pictured in 2019)
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King Charles spent 30 ­minutes with estranged son Harry yesterday, which was their first meeting in 16 months (pictured in 2019)Credit: Getty