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This property is a Georgian Country House Hotel. Guests can enjoy a delicious afternoon tea, stroll through 12 acres of gardens, and relax by the main leisure pool. Central London is a 40 minutes’ drive away and 30 minutes on the train. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. A 14-yard pool with poolside relaxation areas and a gym and fitness studio are some of the leisure facilities you can enjoy at Sopwell House, which also features a steam room, two vitality pools and a sauna. Access to the Club at Cottonmill Spa facilities is available at an extra cost. The bedrooms are spacious and elegantly decorated, with a flat-screen TV with Sky Sports and tea and coffee making facilities. Complimentary Elemis toiletries and a hairdryer are available in the private bathrooms. Sopwell House Hotel has a Brasserie restaurant serving a la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as a new dining sharing experience Omboo inspired by the spice routes of Asia and the Far East, available Wednesday to Sunday nights. Light meals and hot drinks are available in the Conservatory Bar and Octagon Bar is open into the night. The property is 1.3 miles from St Albans Abbey train station.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
7.6
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    very lovely overall facilities, brilliant food and service was brilliant
  • Holly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were super friendly at all times! we upgraded to the club and it was the perfect day the facilities there are amazing.
  • Lauren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was delicious and there was a great selection. Cocktails were divine. I was just upset we hadn't used the spa as that also looked fantastic

Hotel area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Omboo
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan
  • The Brasserie
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan

Amenities of Sopwell House Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • 2 restaurants
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Adults only
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Makeup services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Public Bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Russian

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Residents to Sopwell House receive complimentary access to Cottonmill Spa from 15:00 on the arrival day until 11:00 on the day of departure. Cottonmill Spa is an adults-only spa and therefore not accessible to children under the age of 16 years. Those aged 16 or 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult, with only a limited treatment selection available.

Those wishing to enhance their experience further are welcome to upgrade to our exclusive inner sanctum; The Club at Cottonmill. Prices to upgrade are per person, vary seasonally and are only available on the day itself. Places are subject to limited availability and cannot be pre-booked or guaranteed in any way.

If you have accessibility or mobility concerns, please contact the property directly using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Sofa beds are provided for children on request.

Meals are not included in the child package.

Upon check-in a credit card is required to pre-authorize the accommodations. Third party payments are not accepted. The card holder must be present in order to comply with the chip and pin procedures.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Sopwell House Hotel

  • Guests staying at Sopwell House Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet

  • Check-in at Sopwell House Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Sopwell House Hotel on this page.

  • Sopwell House Hotel has 2 restaurants:

    • The Brasserie
    • Omboo

  • Room options at Sopwell House Hotel include:

    • Double

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Sopwell House Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Pedicure
    • Makeup services
    • Steam room
    • Personal trainer
    • Light therapy
    • Beauty services
    • Yoga classes
    • Public Bath
    • Body scrub
    • Manicure
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Locker rooms
    • Spa facilities
    • Facial treatments
    • Fitness classes
    • Swimming pool
    • Body treatments
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Body wrap
    • Fitness

  • The prices at Sopwell House Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Sopwell House Hotel is 1.1 miles from the center of St. Albans. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Sopwell House Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.