Sofitel London St James

Hotels
Sofitel
9.6 (1568 reviews)
6 Waterloo Place , London , gb

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional location
Friendly and professional staff
Comfortable rooms and beds
Cons:
View from the room could be improved

Categories

Cleanliness
9.39
Staff was attentive and room was kept tidy, aligning with high cleanliness standards.
Service
9.96
Staff were described as kind, efficient, and attentive throughout the stay.
Location
10
Perfectly located for tourism, near attractions and quiet for relaxation.
Room Quality
9.35
Rooms are elegant, with comfortable beds and good amenities.
Amenities
9.38
The hotel offers a range of desirable amenities, including a spa and bar.
Value for Money
9.34
Quality of service and experience justifies the luxury pricing.
Food and Beverage
9.39
Breakfast and bar service exceeded expectations based on guest reviews.
Overall Experience
9.97
Guests reported overwhelmingly positive experiences, indicating high satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 02:17

Property Description

Luxurious 5-Star Neoclassical Hotel in London's West End

Luxurious Spa and Michelin Star Dining

Indulge in a luxurious experience at the on-site spa and savor exquisite culinary delights at the Michelin Star restaurant, Wild Honey St James.

Elegantly Redesigned Rooms with Modern Amenities

Experience the blend of bold British design and French elegance in the spacious rooms, each equipped with complimentary WiFi, Sofitel MyBed, and stunning views of London.

Historic Charm with Modern Features

Immerse yourself in the historic charm of the beautifully preserved Neoclassical building while enjoying modern amenities like the newly redesigned St James Bar and innovative spa treatments.

Experience luxury and sophistication at Sofitel London St James - Book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LCY

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Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 1568 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.39
Service: 9.96
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.35
Amenities: 9.38
Value for Money: 9.34
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 9.97
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cathyhM1964OA Friends getaway Nottinghamshire, England
10
Fabulous hotel and staff: worthy of their 5 stars!
Pros:

What a wonderful hotel! We had a fabulous time from start to finish, staying for a couple of nights in room 518 with my daughter & her best friend, over from Canada, to celebrate her birthday at the end of July.
Can happily commend every member of staff we were in contact with from the friendly but totally professional doormen on initial arrival (& during our stay), the fabulous Reception/concierge team & full team in the bar, with a special mention for the barman from Taormina in Sicily (whose name has escaped me) but who looked after us the most! Thank you. Also a special shout out to the “behind the scenes” staff in housekeeping, who did a fabulous job too.
We all felt special & totally looked after during our visit and will happily return. Thank you all. We created some lovely memories because of you all.

2026-08-06 via Tripadvisor
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Avi couple us
9
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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mdbayraktar Couples London, England
10
Best hospitality experience
Pros:

It was my second stay at Sofitel St James, and both visits were truly remarkable. I really appreciate the thoughtful gesture from Sandy in Guest Relations for our 5th wedding anniversary, it made our stay even more special.

We also had a wonderful experience at Bistrot, and I’d like to thank Vicky for the excellent service.

Lastly, St James Bar was outstanding. The entire team was welcoming, professional, and attentive. Mickey, Leonidas, and Mia were all fantastic and delivered genuine hospitality.

Breakfast was superb as well. A special thank you to Eliza and the entire breakfast team for their warm and friendly service.

Thank you all for making our stay so memorable. Sofitel St James is one of the best hotels to stay at in London, with a fantastic location, exceptional staff, and outstanding hospitality. I can’t wait to come back.

2026-08-04 via Tripadvisor
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Christina couple de
10
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Pros:

Tolle Lage und sehr exklusiv

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Rocco couple de
10
Perfekte Lage, um London zu Fuß und oder Tube zu entdecken
Pros:

exzellenter Stil mit exzellenter Lage und exzellenten Team

Cons:

nichts

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Rissalena Family
10
Perfection due to exceptional staff
Pros:

Exceptional. I’ve stayed at most of the top hotels in London and I will only stay at the Sofitel in the future.
The location is perfect but what is most exceptional are the staff. They went above and beyond to make our stay perfection.
The rooms were meticulously clean and the beds and pillows so comfortable you didn’t want to get up!
Tea service, room service, and breakfast were amazing.
I can’t wait to go back on my next trip.

2026-07-28 via Tripadvisor
5
526thelmac Couples
10
Lovely Experience
Pros:

Such a beautiful hotel in amazing location. Staff were so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Bar is gorgeous and love having a hot breakfast cooked fresh every morning. If I’m in London again I will most definitely revisit.

2026-07-27 via Tripadvisor
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Rauda solo_traveller ca
9
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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cenapv Couples Istanbul
10
Amazing Stay at Sofitel
Pros:

We stayed with my wife there in Huly. All team was superb especially Front office.
You can have buffet breakfast or alacarte.
We tried alacarte breakfast, service was very good, friendly and fast. Food was very tasty and portions are too big.
Location is the best you can go everwhere very easy.

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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Tomislav family_with_children hr
9
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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CarolynSNgo Couples Oakland, New Jersey
10
Well Worth the Price
Pros:

While pricey as most luxury hotels are in London, everything about our stay was well worth it from accommodating our pre-stay requests, room condition, service from ALL the staff and dining options especially breakfast. It was particularly hot during our stay but climate control in our room was excellent. Amenities were well thought of including the shower facilities at the gym which proved very helpful when we had a long wait before we could enter our room. This is our second Sofitel stay and we will definitely stay at any other Accor property when we travel again.

2026-07-17 via Tripadvisor
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Patrick family_with_children fi
4
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Yasemin family_with_children tr
10
Çok iyi bir seçenek, çok memnun kaldık ve Nejib’in yardım severliği ve samimiyeti
Pros:

Lokasyonu müthiş, çok temiz, çalışanlar çok ilgili özellikle Nejib bize çok yardımcı oldu. Her zaman tercih edeceğiz

Cons:

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2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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MARCELO extended_group br
10
Dias maravilhosos.
Pros:

Café da manhã excelente. Localização perfeita.

Cons:

Não tenho observações negativas.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Younous solo_traveller at
9
Great location but a bit pricey
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

The dining area

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Melissa solo_traveller au
9
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Arkadiusz couple pl
10
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Najib family_with_children fr
10
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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MrandMrsRickett Couples Southampton, Hampshire, England
10
Our personal favourite hotel in London
Pros:

By far and away our favourite hotel in Central London. Perfect location, amazing service and the most comfortable bed of any hotel chain. Special mention to Jeff the concierge for making us stay extra special. An amazing vibe around the whole hotel and so close to everything London has to offer. Couldn’t fault our stay. Make sure after a busy day you check out the bar downstairs… The non-alcoholic Collins mocktail is delicious.

2026-07-08 via Tripadvisor
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Richard Simmons extended_group je
9
Lovely and we will stay with you in the future, this was our third stay.
Pros:

On our departure date of 4 / 7 / 26, the Pride March was taking place with many roads in London closed, especially around St James. Both Jeff on Concierge and the lovely Brahim, the doorman, were exceptionally helpful to us , pushing our cases around the streets till we arrived at an area where a road was open and then arranging an Uber for us.

Cons:

In Room 628, the space around the toilet is limited, especially the space from the toilet to the wall infront of the toilet

2026-07-08 via Nuitee