Sofitel London St James

5 stars
6 Waterloo Place, London, SW1Y 4AN, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
+44 207 747 2200
9.2
Wonderful
based on 1920 reviews
1,920 reviews
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Fri 15.05
2 guests, 1 room
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₪1,105
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₪1,105
Superior room
₪1,284
Luxury room
₪1,322
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Overview

Located in the popular St James, Sofitel London St James is known for its comfort and excellent service. It is located a brief stroll from Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus.

Guests can enjoy a range of massage treatments and beauty therapy at the on-site day spa, Sofitel Sospa. It also has child-minding services, a currency exchange and a reception that is available 24 hours a day. Guests also have access to a sauna.

Rooms at the hotel feature a flat-screen television with movies on demand and cable/satellite channels. All have a marble bathroom, an iPod docking station and a private bathroom with a rain shower.

During their stay at Sofitel London St James, guests can enjoy a meal at Balcon and relax with a drink at St James.

The hotel is ideally situated for sightseeing in London, with Trafalgar Square just a short stroll away. The London Eye and Westminster Tube Station are within a 20-minute walk.

9.2
Wonderful rating
Based on 1,920 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Sofitel London St James

Thu 14.05
-
Fri 15.05
King room
bed type unknown
₪1,636
nightly with fees
Classic room
1 twin bed
₪1,105
nightly with fees
Luxury room
1 king bed
₪1,322
nightly with fees
Queen room
bed type unknown
₪1,537
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
₪1,743
nightly with fees
Superior room
1 king bed
₪1,284
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Sofitel London St James

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

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • 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

  • Inner courtyard view
  • 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.
  • Increased accessibility
  • 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 center
  • Gym

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental

Reviews of Sofitel London St James

9.2
Wonderful
1920 verified ratings
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Very good
205
Good
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Okay
36
Fair
20
Mediocre
13
Poor
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Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, friendly and attentive service, and overall cleanliness. Many highlighted the spacious rooms and quality breakfast. Some minor issues were noted but did not overshadow the positive experience. Overall, the hotel is highly recommended for its comfort and hospitality.
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Service9.5 out of 10
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness7 out of 10
Breakfast7 out of 10
Room Size6.5 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
Wonderful
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

  • Trafalgar Square308 m
  • Piccadilly Circus323 m
  • Charing Cross330 m
  • Leicester Square360 m
  • Central London362 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 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Sofitel London St James

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Average price (weeknight)

January
July
₪1,937
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 37% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu 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 January and February.
  • 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 Thursday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Sofitel London St James was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was ₪2,617, while the most expensive was ₪2,617.
  • 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 center of London. Trafalgar Square 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 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 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 city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.4
1.1 km
London City
12.6 km

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