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Key Facts
1) Historic address in the heart of royal and cultural London: Located on the corner of Pall Mall and Waterloo Place, a stone's throw from Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square and the West End, Sofitel London St James occupies a Grade II listed building with a unique heritage, combining British heritage and French art de vivre.
2)Exceptional renovation by renowned designers: the rooms, suites and public areas have been sublimated by Pierre-Yves Rochon (renovations in 2019 and 2025), while the F&B areas designed by Jim Hamilton offer a warm, contemporary atmosphere.
3)Exclusive wellness, gastronomic and cultural experiences: Wild Honey St James (Michelin-starred), St James Bar, Bistrot at Wild Honey, Afternoon Tea at the Rose Lounge, Spa with Sothys, facialist Su-Man, private hammam and jacuzzi, as well as a top-of-the-range fitness room with AlphaSphere Chair.
4)Recognised commitment to sustainable luxury: EarthCheck Silver and Green Key certified, the hotel has eliminated all single-use plastic, introduced reusable Diptyque products in its rooms, and is actively working towards an eco-responsible hotel model, without compromising on elegance.
Description
On the corner of Pall Mall and Waterloo Place, a stone's throw from Buckingham Palace and the West End, Sofitel London St James embodies understated elegance in the heart of London. Grade II listed, this former headquarters of Cox & Kings, then Lloyds Bank, bears witness to a rich heritage.
The hotel combines tradition and modernity, with rooms and suites renovated by Pierre-Yves Rochon in 2019, and a lobby redesigned in 2025. This summer, the emblematic suites will once again be sublimated under his direction.
The F&B areas, designed by Jim Hamilton, offer a refined gastronomic offering: Wild Honey St James (Michelin-starred), St James Bar, Bistrot at Wild Honey, and Afternoon Tea in the Rose Lounge.
The Sofitel Spa with Sothys invites you to relax with exclusive treatments, a private hammam and jacuzzi, while the facialist Su-Man offers rituals that are highly prized by celebrities. The Sofitel Fitness, open 24 hours a day, incorporates the relaxing experience of the AlphaSphere Chair.
The reception rooms, with private entrances, host tailor-made meetings, events and incentives in a prestigious setting.
Committed to sustainable luxury, Sofitel London St James is EarthCheck Silver and Green Key certified, having eliminated single-use plastic and introduced reusable Diptyque products.
Vibrant heritage, quiet luxury and bespoke service make Sofitel London St James an essential address for experiencing the art of London in style.
Marie Boyez
Director of Commercial and Wellness Operations
