Sofitel London St James

Sofitel London St James

95.4gold
6 Waterloo Place London SW 1 Y 4 AN
luxuryfive-starmayfairheritagebusiness-travelcouples
95.4
Gold

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In the top 2% of all rated hotels worldwide.

Gold = top 3%. Medals are percentile bands, recomputed nightly.

About this hotel

Sofitel London St James is a 1923-built luxury hotel positioned in the heart of Mayfair, one of London's most coveted addresses. The property carries the hallmark of Sofitel's upper-luxury positioning within the Accor group, blending historic architecture with contemporary design. The location offers direct access to Mayfair's streets of independent shops, Michelin-starred restaurants, and auction houses. In 2026, the hotel received recognition from Forbes Travel Guide, validating its place among London's leading properties. The hotel draws business travellers, discerning couples, and guests attending events in the West End, for whom proximity to Regent Street and the British Museum is a practical draw. Guests can expect service-led accommodation in one of London's most established neighbourhoods.

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Photo credits

  • Photos: Sofitel London St James
  • Photo: Victoria Soulier

Awards & recognition

  • MICHELIN Guide· 2026
    Michelin One Key
    The MICHELIN Guide's distinction for the hotel itself, separate from restaurant stars.
  • Forbes Travel Guide· 2026
    Forbes Travel Guide 4-Star

Dining at this hotel

  • Wild Honey St James - one MICHELIN star (2026 guide)

The star above belongs to the restaurant; the hotel's own MICHELIN distinction is its One Key (2026 guide), shown under Awards & recognition.