Sopwell House

Wow wow wow. My daughter and I had the best meal ever at Sopwell Houses' Omboo restaurant. I cannot rave about it enough. The staff were amazing and really knew their stuff. The ambiance was very perfectly intimate. The food was absolutely sublime. For a special occasion or a romantic meal, I would highly recommend Omboo. Thank you Sopwell for the most amazing memorable evening - one I will never forget.

First time staying. We stayed for 2 nights, this included breakfast, dinner, afternoon tea and access to the ‘club’ at Cottonmill. For me the price point was very expensive, but I thought ‘lets see what this kind of money gets you’, I therefore begun the weekend with very high expectations, at that price it just had to be perfect. And I have to say, it was perfect. 100% the experience you’d expect at that price - so fair enough! The breakfast was really varied and great quality. The staff were amazing, they all make a point of smiling and greeting you when you pass them in the hallways. The evening meals were very high quality, we had the beef cheek which honestly melted in your mouth. The spa facilities were insane, very high spec, all in good working order. Unlimited use of robes, and towels. Attendants constantly topping up water stations, ability to make yourself free herbal teas. You could tell they purposefully manage the number of people accessing the ‘club’ facilities too so it isn't too busy. There were plenty of places to sit, lay and relax. Which is good because again at that price I think if it was too busy / oversubscribed that would have annoyed us. The facilities in general were all very high spec. Even the general areas like hallways or toilets looked newly refurbished. No mould, no signs of age. The gym was really good aswell. Very clean, every machine you’d need. And again, good quality equipment. We had a 1 hour massage treatment, and it was probably one of the best massages I’ve ever had. I also want to say the management / ethos of the hotel we found to be very welcoming. When we first booked my father in law was rushed to hospital on the day of our check-in and we had to cancel our stay on the day. This technically violated their 48 hour cancellation policy and I shouldn't have been entitled to a refund or moved date. However after speaking with the manager and them hearing the sensitive nature as to why I cancelled, we didn't lose our money and was able to move the date. Life is stressful and I can honestly say me and my partner feel genuinely more rested and de-stressed upon check-out. Was a nice reset. We will be returning!

Carla was absolutely amazing. She was so helpful and attentive, taking the time to explain all the different packages clearly and patiently. From the moment we arrived, she made us feel so welcome with her warm and friendly manner. The service was exceptional, and we’ll definitely be coming back again because of her. Thank you, Carla! The spa was absolutely amazing — we truly got to relax and enjoy ourselves, and the afternoon was fabulous. It truly felt luxurious.

This venue is one of the most impressive I’ve ever experienced - as soon as I come in the receptionist team is so welcoming and helpful, I also met Sarah and Oya from the sales & events team who showed me to my meeting room and checked up on me throughout the day - the loveliest, most attentive staff I’ve came across so a huge thank you for making my experience so special. I had lunch at the Brasserie and can confidently say it’s one of the best meals I’ve ever had, the chefs are amazing, venue is beautiful but what really stands out is, again, the service. I was taken care of by I believe Charles and Gabor (apologies if the spelling is incorrect), I haven’t ever had that level of good service in a restaurant. They were so friendly, conversational, and knowledgeable. Thank you so so much to all the staff who naturally go above and beyond, it really makes the biggest difference to someone’s stay😊

Took advantage of a Winter deal and some Christmas pressie vouchers for an overnight spa treat. The package included dinner for two in the Brasserie, a cocktail each, breakfast and a choice of treatment. We've visited Sopwell a few times now and find it relaxing and welcoming. The team are excellent and we're very helpful with dietary and medical requirements. The spa facilities are excellent as are the range of treatments.

​We booked a last-minute autumn stay at Sopwell House & Spa for my partner's birthday, and it was truly exceptional. ​The service from start to finish was impeccable. Every member of staff went above and beyond to make our stay special. ​The dining experience at Omboo restaurant was a major highlight. The waiters and managers were brilliant, offering fantastic recommendations and attention to detail. They even brought out a small dessert and sang Happy Birthday, which was a lovely, unexpected surprise! A special thank you to Francis, the manager, who made us feel incredibly welcome and valued. Also, a huge shout-out to Lun and Hammin—you made our evening truly memorable! ​Breakfast and lunch in the Brasserie were great; the selection offered everything we could possibly want. ​Finally, we had such a nice and relaxing time, capped off perfectly with a deep tissue massage in the spa. ​Highly recommend Sopwell House & Spa for a luxurious and relaxing escape!

A fantastic escape in St Albans, tucked away in a great location, with expansive grounds that make you forget how close you are to London. It feels like the perfect getaway, whether you are looking to just strolling the gardens or just soaking up the calm. The spa is hugely in demand... and once you are there you know why. Beautifully done, great service from the team and a dining experience inside. Plann and book ahead if you need to experience it. Food across the hotel is consistently excellent, and the staff are friendly and attentive. One tip: don’t leave without trying their branded Sopwell House gin... it’s a real highlight and a lovely way to soak in the stay.

We were bought an experience voucher to eat at the Brasserie, where we ate last night. Our welcome into the hotel was excellent. Very friendly and helpful. We were escorted to the Brasserie where we were greeted really well. We were early so could choose our table. All the staff were superb, attentive and professional. The 'experience' menu was small but well chosen so we were very happy with our selection. The Marie Rose sauce on the prawn cocktail was excellent and prawns were large. The rump steak was cooked perfectly and really was as tender as a fillet.|Overall this was a really good experience and made better by our waiter, Jack. Young and enthusiastic, he made our evening.

I recently stayed here for a work event and was very happy with the company's choice. Staff were all amazing, food at the conference slapped too. My room was huge, which was a welcome surprise. The grounds are quite nice, beautiful gardens. Had some drinks in the conservatory, but did not get to check out the spa or swim. But they both looked prime.

We had a fabulous afternoon tea at the Sopwell House! We enjoyed all the sandwiches, pastries, and scones. They were able to accommodate my hazelnut allergy and made a substitution accordingly, which we appreciated. There was a large selection of teas and we enjoyed the two we selected. The service was pleasant and the atmosphere was excellent too. I'd highly recommend!

Posh indeed. A little over-priced and it seems as if they seat you in one of the particular rooms according to some nondescript "stature". The wait staff seemed a little overwhelmed despite being nice but the most pestering of things were the wasps that came in and were quite determined to have a part of the sweets. Staff were innocuous to it.

Obviously seen better days. Has a pompous air in keeping with its history but is now worn and frayed. Over priced for what it is. Elevator not working. Price on the check in form is not the real room price. You have to pay in advance for your bar and restaurant bill at check-in. My room had fray linens, holes in the wall and huge dings in the bath tub. "Would you like to upgrade" scam is obviously well practiced. I remember when it was cool to stay there. I'm never going back. Not set up for American visitors: it's not British quirky and adorable. It's British I-don't-trust-our-guests and let's-all-the-money-up-front meanness.

Some thing to know if you are a solo or business traveler-this is a little out of the way , so take a deep breath and enjoy the country air! St. Albans is a terrific city with a nice selection of restaurants. Sopwell house has a terrific staff, a lovely spa and gym. I was here on business and had a small room but highly functional with a renovated new (small) bathroom. This place does a great deal of business for weddings and Sunday tea. The food was very good as well, I mostly had salads - extremely fresh ingredients. Tasted like it was from the garden. The value for the price is definitely worth it. I look forward to my return.

Attended a wedding here, very nice venue for the occasion. The terrace bar was idea for drinks.

I have been a guest at this hotel several times. Ot is set in a lovely location. The rooms we have stayed in are ok, verey small compared to hotel rooms in the US where we also have a home. The pool Spa is pretty good, yet teh pool is quite heavily chlorinated. The choices for dinner are reasonable, yet a little expoensive for a hotel NOT in London, breakfast is ok yet a lttle greasy, there are other NON Cooked choices as well. The hotel is clean, staff are polite, friendly and professional. Yet I feel for the prices they charge it could do with a little TLC Tender Loving Care. If you take afternoon tea at the hotel it is very expensive.

I love this hotel. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff, the food is excellent and the spa has just been given a makeover and is wonderful. A perfect break from London that is not too far away, but still feels like the middle of nowhere!