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Sopwell House Hotel, St Albans
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About the Hotel
Cottonmill Lane,,
St Albans,
United Kingdom,
AL1 2HQ,
Hertfordshire
- Close to St Albans Cathedral
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9.3
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Loved by Sopwell House Hotel guests
"The spa facilities were also top notch and the inner club section is not to be missed."
"The bar area was stunning with a great bar tender!"
"Nicely refurbished, beautiful spa and great gym!"
Sopwell House Hotel, a 4-star property rated 8.7/10 on Booking.com, features luxurious rooms and extensive leisure facilities within a historic Georgian country house set in 5 hectares of countryside. This St Albans hotel includes dining options, a spa, and event spaces, making it suitable for both leisure and business stays.
Rooms & Amenities
Rooms at Sopwell House Hotel offer various configurations including Chic and
Dining Options
The Brasserie serves a la carte breakfast, lunch, and dinner featuring British classic dishes. For a unique experience, Omboo offers
Leisure & Activities
Guests can enjoy leisure facilities including a 14-metre pool,
Business & Local Area
Sopwell House Hotel has
“What strikes me most is the staff's dedication; they clearly prioritize guest experience. The interiors exude thoughtful design, extending to the meticulously kept grounds. With both British and Asian-inspired dining, plus wellness offerings like Cottonmill Spa, this Georgian house balances historical charm with modern luxury.”
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Choose your room type
Sopwell House Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Corner Suite access to The Club at Cottonmill Spa
2 persons
445 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Chic Room
2 persons
315 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Plush Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Luxe Suite access to The Club at Cottonmill Spa
2 persons
435 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Price and Room Availability
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Facilities
Sopwell House Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Barber shop
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Golf course
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Massage
- Public Bath
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
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Dining Onsite
Sopwell House Hotel features diverse dining experiences that blend modernity with authenticity. Guests can indulge in exquisite British cuisine and vibrant Asian flavors, all while enjoying scenic views and inviting atmospheres that make every meal a cherished occasion.
Omboo
Asian cuisine with vegetarian and vegan options
Ambiance
Modern and inviting
Key Offerings
Evening dining highlighting vibrant Asian flavors in a contemporary setting, perfect for those seeking vegetarian or vegan dishes.
Reservation
Recommended
Wednesday to Sunday, 18:00 - 22:00
The Brasserie
Modern British cuisine with vegetarian and vegan options
Ambiance
Family-friendly, open-plan space with plenty of natural light
Key Offerings
Refined British dishes served alongside a delightful Champagne Afternoon Tea, allowing guests to enjoy the beautiful views of manicured lawns and alfresco dining throughout the week.
Reservation
Recommended
Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 22:00; Saturday and Sunday, 08:00 - 22:00
Sopwell House Hotel Location
Cottonmill Lane,,
St Albans,
United Kingdom,
AL1 2HQ,
Hertfordshire
Map view
Cottonmill Lane,,
St Albans,
United Kingdom,
AL1 2HQ,
Hertfordshire
City landmarks
Landmark
St Albans Cathedral
1.2
mi
Park
Verulamium Park
1.5
mi
Farm
Willows Activity Farm
2.2
mi
Gallery
St Albans Town Hall
1.3
mi
Museum
Verulamium Museum
1.7
mi
Landmark
Sopwell Priory
3800 ft
Landmark
St Albans Clock Tower
1.3
mi
Landmark
St Albans Organ Museum
1.5
mi
Golf Course
Verulam Golf Club
4200 ft
Public Building
Saint Albans Magistrates' Court
1.3
mi
Church
St Julians Church
2300 ft
Landmark
Alban Way
4700 ft
Landmark
Christadelphians St. Albans
2100 ft
Landmark
Highfield Park
1.4
mi
Museum
St Albans South Signal Box
1.3
mi
Church
Saint Luke's Church Saint Albans
4800 ft
Cinema
Odyssey Cinema
4900 ft
Landmark
Sopwell Nunnery
3800 ft
Church
Parish of St Michael
1.8
mi
Cemetery
St Bartholomew's Church
4300 ft
Church
St. Stephen's Church
1.0
mi
Landmark
De Havilland Aircraft Heritage Centre
1.4
mi
Landmark
Cornerstone Church
4700 ft
Landmark
Aylett Nurseries
1.5
mi
Landmark
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
5000 ft
Landmark
Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre
5000 ft
Library
The Old Library
1.5
mi
Landmark
Church of SS Alban and Stephen
1.1
mi
Landmark
Jesus Christ & The Latter Day Saints
5100 ft
Synagogue
St Albans Synagogue
5200 ft
Nearby
Cottonmill Lane
Sopwell Priory
700 ft
Restaurants
Dahlia Coffee House
2.1
mi
North Orbital Road
Explore St Albans
Local Highlights
Sopwell Priory
3 minutes' walk
Historic site featuring medieval ruins and beautiful gardens. Ideal for walking and photography.
St Albans Cathedral
25 minutes' walk
Impressive architecture and beautiful interiors. Hosts concerts and special events throughout the year.
Verulamium Park
25 minutes' walk
A vast green space perfect for picnics and relaxation. Features Roman ruins and a picturesque lake.
Willows Activity Farm
10 minutes' drive
Family-friendly farm park offering activities like animal encounters and adventure play. Ideal for kids.
Odyssey Cinema
20 minutes' walk
A charming cinema showing both blockbuster and independent films. Family-friendly environment.
Getting around
Access exclusive early booking discounts.
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Sopwell House guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Afrikaans
Year renovated:
2011
Number of rooms:
81
Former name
Sopwell House Country Club & Spa
Reviews and Ratings
Reviews from guests about their experience.
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Pros
Exceptional personnel
High standard
Good breakfast
Spacious bedroom
Efficient staff
Cons
Low water pressure
Busy spa
Room issues
Guest reviewsbased on 744 reviews
Aaron from United States
Couple
chic room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:February 12, 2026
7/10
lovely touchesspa facilitiesroom readinessdisengaged keys
i visited for my anniversary and the staff were really good. so many of them went out of their way to wish us happy anniversary and they had put some lovely little touches in our room. we arrived at midday and could use the spa facilities before checking in time. our room was ready so we got to settle in and explore the grounds before heading to the spa.
Generally it was a positive experience except we arrived before check-in and our room wasn't ready. the receptionist promised to call us when it became available, but upon our return it still wasn't ready. my husband went back to reception to discover it had been ready. The receptionist hadn't bothered to inform us. checkout was at 11:00 am, and our keys had already been disengaged when we returned to our room.
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albert from united kingdom
Couple
chic room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:January 18, 2026
9.3/10
relaxing getaway
modern equipmentfriendly staffheated pool
The hotel grounds are very pretty. the gym has modern equipment. i found the staff friendly and helpful. i particularly enjoyed the spa facilities. The heated pool was amazing and very clean.
Rooms
9/10
the chic room featured tasteful décor and comfortable furnishings. it also contained a modern tv with multiple channels. i enjoyed the well-stocked minibar and efficient air conditioning were great.
Dining
9/10
The breakfast buffet included a good selection of hot and cold items. omboo restaurant provides a superb dining experience. I appreciated the authentic asian cuisine and the attentive service from the wait staff. there are also multiple bars on-site.
Facilities
10/10
the club at cottonmill spa includes a large pool and several treatment rooms. i saw the spa has relaxation areas, including a whisper room. the grounds feature a landscaped garden with outdoor seating.
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Jade from United Kingdom
Couple
plush room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 17, 2025
7/10
nice balconyfriendly staffdelicious foodnoisy skipdoors bangingroom location
i had a beautiful room with lots of space. a nice balcony had a lovely view. the staff were very friendly. they were helpful from the reception to the restaurant to the spa staff. the food at dinner was delicious and our waiter was very kind.
our room was located above some kind of skip. bins parked outside seemed to be getting filled between midnight and 12.30am. this made it so noisy to sleep. there was a lot of door banging outside our room too. it was quite frustrating.
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aaron from united kingdom
Couple
chic room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 15, 2025
9.3/10
excellent spa and dining experience
relaxing spafine groundsamazing massage
The afternoon refresh was amazing. I got access to the club at the cotton mill spa. the grounds are fine and create a relaxing atmosphere. maddie, the massage therapist, delivered the best deep tissue massage i've ever had. my shoulder pain has been greatly reduced since then, which i deeply appreciate.
the room doors needed soft close mechanisms as they constantly banged.
Location
9/10
the hotel is located outside of london. the distance from the city creates a serene environment. it's easy to leave the noise and stress behind, so important.
Dining
10/10
I had the afternoon tea, really lovely, and they were accommodating to my dietary needs. the staff offered to store leftovers in the restaurant fridge for later pickup, a nice touch. the breakfast had a great selection. The scrambled eggs were AMAZING!!!
Facilities
9/10
the spa features steam rooms and saunas. there's also a whisper room, ideal for relaxation. the panorama view sauna on the upper floor offers beautiful views. the gym is well-equipped with various machines for a full workout.
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Aaron from United States
Couple
Chic Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:November 21, 2025
9/10
lovely touchwedding night
staff were very accommodating and kind. they put some lovely little touches in my room because i informed them in advance that it was my wedding night. i really appreciated that touch.
The japanese restaurant was just ok. Not amazing.
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Aaron from United Kingdom
Family with children
chic room
3 nights in June 2025
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Reviewed:August 02, 2025
7/10
afternoon teafresh foodfriendly waiterconnecting doorawful noisebanging door
the afternoon tea was amazing! the food tasted fresh. our waiter, lun, was very friendly and great as well. everything was well curated!!!
the room had a connecting door. noise levels from drunk girls next door all night were awful. i should have requested a room change. the room doors were constantly banging throughout my stay, so soft close doors are really needed.
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FAQs
About Sopwell House Hotel
How far is Sopwell House Hotel from St Albans city center?
The hotel is just 3 km from St Albans city center, around 25 minutes' walk.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sopwell House Hotel?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00.
What dining options are available on-site at Sopwell House Hotel?
The hotel features The Brasserie for British cuisine and Omboo, which offers Asian-inspired sharing dishes.
Does Sopwell House Hotel have a pool?
Yes, the hotel has a 14-metre indoor pool, as well as two vitality pools and a sauna.
Is free Wi-Fi available at Sopwell House Hotel?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
What amenities are included in the rooms at Sopwell House Hotel?
Rooms include a flat-screen TV with Sky Sports, air conditioning, tea/coffee making facilities, and complimentary Elemis toiletries.
Does Sopwell House Hotel offer business services?
Yes, the hotel provides 19 flexible function suites suitable for meetings and events.
Is parking available at Sopwell House Hotel?
The hotel offers free on-site parking, including spaces for electric vehicle charging.
What nearby attractions are accessible from Sopwell House Hotel?
Major attractions include Hatfield House (6 km), Whipsnade Wild Animal Park (15 km), and Knebworth House and Gardens of the Rose (16 km).
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