Sopwell House Hotel

Saint Albans 51.73496200, -0.32711700 , Cottonmill Lane, (Show on Map)
8.5
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Summary of reviewsSopwell House Hotel is a luxurious and stunningly designed property that offers exceptional service to all its guests. While there are some areas of improvement such as the dated rooms and mixed dining experiences, guests appreciate the beautiful setting, lovely spa facilities and fantastic service from the welcoming and accommodating staff. The breakfast is diverse and delicious and guests can enjoy fabulous spa areas with deep relaxation rooms and outdoor jacuzzis. The rooms are comfortable and the hotel maintains an overall high standard of cleanliness. While the prices may be towards the higher side, Sopwell House Hotel provides a very relaxing and luxurious stay with gorgeous amenities and stunning service.
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Luxury Hotel
A luxurious Georgian country house hotel set in 12 acres with an award-winning spa, Cottonmill Spa, which includes the exclusive members-only Club at Cottonmill with extensive facilities like indoor/outdoor hydrotherapy pools and a spa garden with hot tubs. It also offers individually designed Mews Suites.

Hotel near Golf Courses
This hotel appeared in a list of popular golf hotels in Hertfordshire.

Hotel for Honeymoon
Sopwell House is known for its luxury and is a popular wedding destination, making it perfect for honeymooners. It offers beautiful leisure facilities for relaxation and is located near the historic town of St Albans, providing opportunities for exploration and boutique shopping.

Hotel with Spa
The hotel's spa offers an extensive range of spa treatments including facials, massages, holistic wellness therapy, manicure and pedicure, next to various other customized treatments. It also offers a pool, sauna and fitness facilities, giving you the opportunity to truly unwind, relax and rejuvenate.

Family Friendly Hotel
Sopwell House is a luxury hotel that is child-friendly, offering facilities suitable for both adults and children. It provides a comfortable and elegant stay with amenities that cater to family needs, making it a top choice for a memorable family vacation.

Romantic Hotel
This hotel is highly rated by couples. It offers luxurious accommodations and spa treatments, providing a relaxing and romantic atmosphere.

Business Hotel
Sopwell House offers 15 flexible function suites suitable for various business needs, from small meetings to large conferences. It is conveniently located, with easy access to London St Pancras and Luton Airport. The hotel provides professional and attentive service, ensuring successful business events.

Hotel with Parking
This hotel offers plenty of free on-site parking for guests, including dedicated spaces for electric vehicle charging, ensuring convenient and accessible parking facilities.

EV charging stations  


Hotel with Gym
Sopwell House Hotel is home to the award-winning Cottonmill Spa, featuring cutting-edge fitness facilities.

Hotel with EV Charging Stations
Sopwell House Hotel offers electric vehicle charging facilities with at least 3 charging points available for guests.

4-Star Hotel
Sopwell House Hotel is a luxury country house hotel that takes rest, relaxation and warm hospitality seriously. The hotel boasts 126 rooms and suites including 16 individually designed stylish Mews Suites, Omboo, our Asian sharing plates dining experience, the Brasserie, Conservatory Bar, Octagon Bar and 15 event spaces perfect for meetings, conferences and spectacular weddings. Home also to the award winning Cottonmill Spa, a vibrant haven featuring cutting edge fitness, beautiful facilities and world class treatments by the very best British brands.

Hotel with Indoor Pool
Sopwell House Hotel features an indoor pool and comfortable setting. It is located near natural sights like Verulamium Public Park.

Hotel with Swimming Pool

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Accessible Hotel

Hotel for Yoga

Room Types
Chic Room The spacious double room has a private bathroom, air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a seating area with a flat-screen TV. The double room offers a TV, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box and heating. The unit has 1 bed.

Plush Room Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. This double room is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a safe deposit box. The unit offers 1 bed.

Suite with access to The Club at Cottonmill Spa This suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Corner Suite with access to The Club at Cottonmill Spa The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Boasting a balcony, this suite also offers a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Mews Studio Suite with access to The Club at Cottonmill Spa This suite features a fireplace. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this suite also features a minibar and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Mews Duplex with access to The Club at Cottonmill Spa This suite's special feature is the fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The suite's kitchenette, which features kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker, is available for cooking and storing food. Boasting a terrace with garden views, this suite also provides a minibar and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

Mews One Bedrooms Suite with access to The Club at Cottonmill Spa Guests will have a special experience as this suite provides a fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Boasting a terrace with garden views, this suite also offers a minibar and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Guest Reviews
8.5
Very Good
Location
Sopwell House Hotel is situated close to the beautiful town centre of St Albans, making it easily reachable for its guests. Everything, ranging from restaurants to the spa, is located within close proximity to the rooms. Some guests found the location to be inspiring and beautiful, surrounded by lovely settings and beautiful surroundings. However, a few guests remarked that the approach to the hotel is via a narrow road and a limited access for pedestrians. Despite these minor issues, many guests found the location to be good and convenient, especially if one needs to visit North London or Southampton. Guests also enjoyed the additional sports channels available in their rooms and one guest recommended a Turkish restaurant nearby, called Baute. Some guests did mention that their rooms were quite far away from the main part of the hotel. Nonetheless, guests greatly appreciated the beautiful grounds, lovely rooms and the professional approach of the hotel staff, making Sopwell House Hotel an excellent choice for a relaxing getaway away from the bustle of everyday life.

Breakfast
According to guest reviews, Sopwell House Hotel serves excellent breakfast with a large variety and plenty of vegetarian options. Some guests suggested adding more options like crushed avocado and poached egg or pancakes. The breakfast service was fantastic with bubbly and helpful staff members. However, a few guests had issues with cold food, small buffet area or having to ask multiple times for coffee. Some guests also mentioned that the plates for the cooked breakfast were not heated. Overall, guests enjoyed the delicious and diverse breakfast options, making it a highlight of their stay at Sopwell House Hotel.

Dinner
Guests have had mixed experiences with the dinner options at Sopwell House Hotel. While some have described the restaurants as excellent, others have found them to be overpriced or not of high enough quality for a luxury hotel. The brasserie, in particular, has received mixed reviews with some guests finding the food to be pleasant, while others thought it could be of better quality. The pricing of Omboo, a popular dining spot, was also found to be on the expensive side. Despite this, many guests enjoyed the food and service across the hotel's various dining options with some describing the dinner and breakfast as lovely. However, some guests encountered issues with their bookings or the quality of the food, which detracted from their overall dining experience. Overall, while there are some areas for improvement, guests generally had a pleasant dining experience at Sopwell House Hotel.

Rooms
Sopwell House Hotel offers a beautiful setting and comfortable rooms equipped with Elemis toiletries and spacious beds. While some guests have described the rooms as clean and comfortable with a pleasant view of the countryside, others have criticized them as dated, shabby and basic. Some rooms had issues such as a cramped bathroom or odd damp smell and a few guests reported a lack of amenities such as a bin, fridge or bath. However, others praised the rooms as spacious, luxurious and well-appointed and appreciated the excellent customer service and attention to detail. The Mews Suites were mentioned to be nice but had issues with the suite keys repeatedly not working. Overall, the rooms at Sopwell House Hotel receive mixed reviews with some guests finding them lovely and others feeling that they were overpriced and outdated.

Beds
At Sopwell House Hotel, you'll sleep soundly in the comfortable beds. Guests have praised the cozy and comfy beds with some even describing them as the most comfortable they've ever slept on. However, be aware that some guests have found the beds to be lacking in comfort. The pillows, in particular, have been called out as needing a replacement. Overall, though, guests have agreed that the rooms are comfortable with spotlessly clean bathrooms. Book a standard double room for a first-class experience with an extremely comfortable bed.

Cleanliness
The Sopwell House Hotel garners high praise for the cleanliness of its facilities. Guests consistently comment on the spotless condition of the spa, changing areas and poolside. The rooms are described as modern, well-kept and spacious with a beautiful setting. A few guests note issues with cleanliness, such as lounger and shower maintenance, a bathroom leak and a stained wardrobe. Despite these minor concerns, the hotel maintains an overall high standard of cleanliness with staff who are friendly and accommodating. The spa is a particular highlight, described as beautiful and very organised. Though some guests criticize the shower pressure, many praise the lovely environment and relaxing atmosphere. With good breakfast and nice rooms, the Sopwell House Hotel is an excellent choice for a clean and comfortable stay.

Staff
Sopwell House Hotel offers a beautiful setting with spotlessly clean accommodations that are accompanied by exceptional service from the friendly and welcoming staff. The staff go above and beyond to make sure each guest's stay is perfect, providing attentive and helpful assistance throughout the hotel. However, some guests encountered poor service in the bar and front of house staff were sometimes lacking in warmth and smiles. Despite a few isolated incidents, the majority of the staff received high praise for their professionalism, courtesy and kindness. The spa therapists were particularly accommodating and we must mention George, a staff member who stood out for being funny, kind and helpful. The hotel's outstanding staff is a testament to the quality of management, where even the breakfast staff are bubbly and helpful. Some guests had issues with delayed pre-booked taxis, rushing to leave or inappropriate comments; however, such isolated events never overshadowed the excellent customer service rendered by the staff. From arranging birthday messages in rooms to catering to intolerances, the hospitality from every single staff member was exceptional. The staff make the hotel and they made our stay amazing!

Spa
Sopwell House Hotel offers a spa retreat with fabulous and relaxing facilities, which are one of the main attractions of the hotel. The spa is clean and pleasant with lovely amenities and beautiful grounds. Guests can enjoy stunning and amazing spa areas with deep relaxation rooms, outdoor jacuzzis and young and friendly staff. The spa refurb is to a very high standard and there is access to benefits with wrist bands, although some guests felt locked in for too long. The spa is generally relaxing and enjoyable and most guests appreciate the treatments and facilities, although some felt that the spa could have been warmer and some also found it basic or expensive. There are also some concerns about the availability and seating of loungers. However, the spa is still described as one of the best with excellent club spa facilities at Cotton Mill and amazing or complementary treatments for guests. Overall, Sopwell House Hotel is a beautiful spa hotel that provides a perfect break for deep relaxation and enjoyment.

Luxury
Sopwell House Hotel is a luxurious and stunningly designed property that offers five-star service to all its guests. The hotel boasts of lovely spa facilities and provides an all-round luxury and comfort experience. While the prices may be towards the higher side, the luxurious experience and fantastic service make it worth every penny. The rooms are nice, but some guests were expecting more luxuries and extras. Overall, Sopwell House Hotel is a really lovely property that provides a very relaxing and luxurious stay with gorgeous amenities and stunning service.


Yes, Sopwell House Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Sopwell House Hotel.

No, Sopwell House Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Sopwell House Hotel.

Yes, Sopwell House Hotel has a gym.

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