6 Waterloo Place, London, United Kingdom | (618) 248-8274
Set in exclusive St James's, near bars, restaurants, and landmarks
Five-minute walk to Charing Cross or Trafalgar Square Underground stations
Rooms have Nespresso coffee machines, minibars, and iPod docking stations
St James Bar was designed to imitate Coco Chanel’s Parisian apartment
Rose Lounge serves tea and beverages in cozy surrounds
The Balcon provides French cuisine, caviar, and breakfast
Extensive and elegant spa with a range of treatments
Modern gym with cardio machines and free weights
Multiple meeting spaces, plus events areas
Free Wi-Fi throughout
A 20-minute train ride to central London
No pool
Sofitel London St James is an upscale property on Waterloo Place, in the affluent St James’s neighborhood. While the property is thoroughly modern, it does embrace some historical elements, including the Coco Chanel-inspired bar and Neoclassical architecture. The 183 refined and spacious rooms are outfitted with elegant decor and include high-end amenities and stylish bathrooms. The hotel has three dining options, each with its own personality. French pastries and gentle harp music characterize The Rose Lounge, while St James Bar calls to mind Paris circa the 1920s, and The Balcon restaurant serves French cuisine in a grandiose setting. There’s a modern gym and spa, along with some fashionable meeting rooms. Those looking for lower rates and contemporary rooms should check out the classic Washington Mayfair Hotel.