Sofitel London St James

5 stars
9.2
Wonderful
based on 1924 reviews
1,924 reviews
6 Waterloo Place, London, SW1Y 4AN, United Kingdom
6 Waterloo Place, London
+44 207 747 2200
Fri 24/7
-
Sat 25/7
2 guests, 1 room
Deals from
C$ 563
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 563
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 620
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
C$ 692
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Overview

The London Sofitel London St. James is located in the heart of London. It is a five-star hotel with neoclassical architecture. It has received many hospitality awards and is an amazing place to stay. London’s high society citizens would stay here years ago, and there are many stories from the years gone by of their guests. This is by far one of the nicest luxury hotels in the world.

There are many great accommodations here as well. Guest rooms include: elegant furnishings, cozy rooms, free WiFi, broadband connections, TV with Sky Sports, BT, and CNN, Movie library, iPod docking station, Sofitel My Bed, direct-dial phone with cordless telephone in bathroom, voicemail, fully stocked mini bar, safe, daily water, coffee maker, tea making facilities, bathtub with shower, Hermes’ essential amenities, power hairdryer, slippers, bathrobes, air condition, iron, ironing board upon request, 24-hour laundry services, 24-hour access to SoFIT, and courtyard views.

If this not enough, check out the suites the hotel has to offer. They include a bar, online check-in, valet parking, babysitter on request, late checkout, early check-in, currency exchange, concierge, fitness center, 2 bars, breakfast, room service, porter, and more.

This hotel is one of the best in London. This hotel feels like a completely different world once inside, and the craziness of life disappears. It’s a safe and wonderful place to stay. Guests never want to leave here, and there is a reason why. The staff, the food, and people are some of the best in London.

9.2
Wonderful
1924 reviews

Latest deals for Sofitel London St James

Fri 24/7
-
Sat 25/7
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 563
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
C$ 692
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 733
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 592
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 620
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
C$ 805
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 593
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 722
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
C$ 828
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 607
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 732
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 640
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
C$ 787
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 844
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 645
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 798
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
C$ 857
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 664
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 824
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
C$ 848
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 668
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 699
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 734
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 672
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 780
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
C$ 838
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 674
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 742
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 749
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 678
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
C$ 843
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 891
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 722
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 977
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
C$ 1,005
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 743
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
C$ 795
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 841
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
C$ 870
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 798
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
C$ 826
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 846
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 802
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 823
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 king bed
C$ 840
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
C$ 899
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
C$ 1,573
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Sofitel London St James

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Hammam (Turkish bath)
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Conference rooms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

General

  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available
  • Quiet street view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee shop
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Dining table

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Toilet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Radio
  • Library
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Accessibility and suitability

  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Street parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Valet parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press
  • Iron and ironing board

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Gym

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental

Reviews of Sofitel London St James

9.2
Wonderful
1924 verified ratings
Wonderful
1514
Very good
207
Good
113
Okay
36
Fair
20
Mediocre
13
Poor
21

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's outstanding service, friendly and attentive staff, and central location close to attractions and amenities. The breakfast was frequently highlighted as delicious and varied, with many guests appreciating the wide selection. Rooms were described as spacious and clean, and overall cleanliness was noted positively. While a few negative comments were made about room issues, noise, and spa access, the majority of reviews were highly positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
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Service10 out of 10
Location10 out of 10
Breakfast9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
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10
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Anonymous, Aug 2025
Fantastic! The best hotel chain by far! I will always choose Sofitel over anything else.
10
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mah, Apr 2019
Pros (+) Perfect location , friendly staff , always our first choice in London.
10
Wonderful
Paul, Aug 2018
Pros (+) The staff are so attentive and welcoming. The spa is like an oasis in the hustle and bustle if London
10
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Paul, Mar 2018
Pros (+) Very friendly staff. Excellent service. Delicious food in the Balcon restaurant. The bar tenders were very knowledgeable. Rooms small but comfortable.
Cons (-) Hard to set temperature for the room A/C (control has + and - but does not show temperature).
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2016
Pros (+) There are many things that i loved. Amongst it all the location is outstanding. The staff is a ++ The beds are so comfortable Its is just a bliss from a to z
Cons (-) It is a bit expensive and my room was more of a regular room than a superior room

Location

6 Waterloo Place, London, SW1Y 4AN

What's nearby

  • Piccadilly Circus317 m
  • Trafalgar Square329 m
  • Charing Cross350 m
  • Leicester Square372 m
  • Central London382 m
  • Strand0.7 km
  • Buckingham Palace0.9 km
  • Big Ben0.9 km
  • London Eye1 km
  • Palace of Westminster1.1 km
  • British Museum1.4 km
  • Waterloo1.5 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Sofitel London St James

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Average price (weekend night)

August
November
C$ 1,045
C$ 1,214
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 22% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Sofitel London St James

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Sofitel London St James

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Sofitel London St James, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in August and July.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Sofitel London St James, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Sofitel London St James was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 823, while the most expensive was C$ 823.
  • How long should you stay at Sofitel London St James? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at Sofitel London St James

  • Where is Sofitel London St James located?

    Sofitel London St James is located at 6 Waterloo Place in St James, 1.1 km from the centre of London. Piccadilly Circus is the closest landmark to Sofitel London St James.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Sofitel London St James?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Sofitel London St James.

  • Does Sofitel London St James offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Sofitel London St James offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Sofitel London St James from the airport?

    Sofitel London St James is 12.6 km from London City.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Sofitel London St James hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Sofitel London St James in London and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Sofitel London St James and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Sofitel London St James.

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Distance to downtown

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.3
1.1 km
London City
12.6 km

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