Sofitel London St James

5 stars
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based on 1933 reviews
1,933 reviews
6 Waterloo Place, London, SW1Y 4AN, United Kingdom
6 Waterloo Place, London
+44 207 747 2200
Tue 27/10
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Wed 28/10
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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.

9.1
Wonderful
1933 reviews

Latest deals for Sofitel London St James

Tue 27/10
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Wed 28/10
Deals from
₹ 34,580
•Cheapest rate per night
Compare prices for Classic room, Superior room and 61 more Sofitel London St James deals.
Classic room, 1 queen bed
₹ 34,580
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Superior room, bed type unknown
₹ 55,398
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Luxury Room, 1 king bed
₹ 67,921
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Classic room, 1 queen bed
₹ 38,439
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Luxury Room, bed type unknown
₹ 53,160
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Superior room, 1 king bed
₹ 53,369
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Classic room, 1 queen bed
₹ 38,912
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Superior room, bed type unknown
₹ 43,939
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Luxury Room, 1 king bed
₹ 56,364
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Classic room, 1 queen bed
₹ 40,046
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Superior room, 1 king bed
₹ 48,777
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
₹ 55,989
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
₹ 40,246
nightly with fees
Superior room, 1 king bed
₹ 50,262
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
₹ 55,608
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
₹ 40,458
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
₹ 49,925
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Queen room, bed type unknown
₹ 50,128
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Classic room, 1 queen bed
₹ 41,199
nightly with fees
Superior room, 1 king bed
₹ 52,155
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
₹ 54,007
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
₹ 41,761
nightly with fees
Superior room, 1 king bed
₹ 45,576
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Luxury Room, bed type unknown
₹ 55,837
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
₹ 45,153
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
₹ 60,077
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
₹ 61,410
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
₹ 49,025
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
₹ 53,472
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
₹ 62,753
nightly with fees
Superior room, 1 king bed
₹ 49,441
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
₹ 73,830
nightly with fees
Superior room, 1 king bed
₹ 50,308
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
₹ 52,566
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
₹ 57,925
nightly with fees
Superior room, 1 king bed
₹ 50,835
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
₹ 59,513
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
₹ 60,767
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
₹ 53,701
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
₹ 56,843
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
₹ 58,775
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
₹ 54,176
nightly with fees
Superior room, 1 king bed
₹ 55,182
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
₹ 55,597
nightly with fees
Superior room, 1 king bed
₹ 56,752
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
₹ 105,136
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
₹ 60,777
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
₹ 62,579
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
₹ 106,333
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

Reviews of Sofitel London St James

9.1
Wonderful
1933 verified ratings
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Very good
207
Good
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Okay
35
Fair
20
Mediocre
13
Poor
22

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location, friendly and helpful staff, and delicious breakfast options. Many found the rooms comfortable and spacious, although a few mentioned issues with room size and layout. Cleanliness was also highlighted positively. Some guests noted minor inconveniences such as parking, noise, or decor, but overall, the experience was very positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Service10 out of 10
Location10 out of 10
Breakfast8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness7.5 out of 10
Room Size4 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

  • 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

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Sofitel London St James

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Average price (weeknight)

June
October
₹ 83,553
Cheapest month to stay with an average 11% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 13% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

Sofitel London St James

Which month has the cheapest rates at Sofitel London St James?

The cheapest month to stay at Sofitel London St James is January, with an average nightly rate of ₹ 50,105. The most expensive month is July at ₹ 79,428 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Sofitel London St James?

The cheapest day to book Sofitel London St James is Monday, with an average nightly rate of ₹ 56,763. The most expensive day is Friday at ₹ 86,401 per night.

How far in advance should you book Sofitel London St James?

To get the best price at Sofitel London St James, book around 6 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 40% compared to booking last minute.

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 June and July.
  • The cheapest price a room at Sofitel London St James was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was ₹ 85,129, while the most expensive was ₹ 85,129.
  • How long should you stay at Sofitel London St James? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 6 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 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 airport

8.3
1.1 km
London City
12.6 km

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