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Sopwell House

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

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Indoor pool
Plush Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Food and drink

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Gym

Room options

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Plush Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Plush Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Chic Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Chic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Cottonmill Lane, St Albans, England, AL1 2HQ

What's nearby

  • Verulamium Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • St Albans Cathedral - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Clock Tower - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - 10 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Hatfield House - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • St Albans Abbey Station - 2 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sopwell House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Farmers Boy - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Carluccio's - St Albans - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Horn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sopwell House

Luxury upscale hotel near St Albans Cathedral
Located close to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London and Hatfield House, Sopwell House provides free English breakfast, golfing on site, and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a facial, aromatherapy, or a hot stone massage. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Pilates classes and yoga classes are offered at the health club; Sopwell House also has a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and 2 bars. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • Meeting rooms, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 128 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of the World.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Conservatory & Terrace
  • Octagon Bar
  • Omboo
  • The Brasserie

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Golf
  • Health club
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 14 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The property’s spa is available for use from 3 PM on the day of arrival until 11 AM on the day of departure.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 15 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 200 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, fitness facility, or hot tub

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sopwell House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sopwell House?

As of May 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sopwell House on May 5, 2025 start from $308.85, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sopwell House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sopwell House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sopwell House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sopwell House located?

Situated in a rural location, this luxury hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from St Albans Cathedral and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hatfield House and Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. The Snow Centre and Elstree Film Studios are also within 12 mi (20 km). St Albans Abbey Station is 24 minutes by foot and Park Street Station is 29 minutes.

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Sopwell House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 315 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 315 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 315 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 315 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 315 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the spa facilities and massage is really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUCIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Live this spa hotel, visited few times now and will be coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jill

The sheet are not changed during your stay 😞
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was amazing experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for my birthday. Great staff and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful hotel,facilities were fantastic. The staff were great and attentive at all time . I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with very helpful service. Lovely room with very comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First class establishment. The staff are excellent. It's not cheap, but it was a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spa break!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room great breakfast with an amazing choice of options and a lovely lunch
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Steve Emecz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice family feel to the hotel and the food and service was excellent for the wedding party that we were a part of. Lots of nice attention to detail.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with spa , I would certainly stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Georgina

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff especially at the bar which was fitted out beautifully and I loved the little history lessons in the bar menu. The doors slam really hard and wake you up so soft closing doors would be a good investment! Nice hotel and really yummy breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for the night of our wedding and the staff went above and beyond to make us feel special and celebrate with us
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay and staff made it really special. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for relaxation. Brilliant attentive staff and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mai Lan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely refurbished, beautiful spa and great gym! Delicious Omboo restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the spa. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing break

Had a very relaxing stay at Sopwell House.This is well run with lovely helpful staff. Excellent spa pool and facilities. Very good food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

MAKEDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous spa & friendly & attentive staff. Room a little basic for the price - but nice enough. Amazing breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely breakfast, comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely relaxing stay, service & food, Great!

All staff were welcoming, friendly and very helpful. Food was fantastic in both restaurants! Beds were really clean and very comfortable. A real tonic that my husband and I needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting with the interior just as special as the outside!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022