St James Hotel & Club Mayfair London

St. James’s Hotel & Club is a luxury 5-star boutique hotel in Mayfair offering the intimacy of a private club with 5-star service. Here, luxuriously appointed hotel bedrooms create the perfect harmony between contemporary chic and Victorian elegance.

With fabulous Penthouse suites and some of the best guest room terraces in London, the hotel boasts stylish, and sleek interiors finished with handmade silk wallpaper, black lacquered furniture, handcrafted Murano glass chandeliers and polished natural stone in the bathrooms.

The hotel’s restaurant, Seven Park Place, has held a Michelin star for ten consecutive years and is run by Executive Head Chef William Drabble. His outstanding menu marries together classic French-inspired cuisine with locally sourced ingredients of exceptional quality from around the British Isles.

Follow in the footsteps of film stars, celebrities, authors and diplomats and stay at St. James’s Hotel & Club. Discover for yourself why they love our location, enjoy our cuisine and relax in one of our 60 sumptuous guest rooms and suites.

Our 5-star boutique hotel in London is located in a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Mayfair, moments from Buckingham Palace and St. James’s Palace, the exclusive shops of Jermyn Street, the Burlington Arcade, Bond Street, The Royal Academy of Arts, and only a short stroll from the theatres and nightlife of London’s West End.

Our luxurious, beautifully furnished and superbly comfortable bedrooms, some with private balconies. Choose one of our Deluxe Suites or, for the ultimate in luxury, our superb Penthouse with its private rooftop terrace.

Or try our restaurant, Seven Park Place, awarded a Michelin star for the tenth time in October 2019, where well known English chef William Drabble’s cuisine reflects his love of modern French style food made using the best British seasonal produce.

THE HISTORY
It all started in 1857 with the English aristocrat Earl Granville and Marchese d’Azeglio, a Sardinian Minister who decided to found a new club intended as a London base for travelling diplomats. There are a few institutions that can claim to have had Winston Churchill, Henry James and Ian Fleming as members.

Here at St. James’s Hotel and Club we have been attracting such luminaries for more than 160 years. First as a gentlemen’s club and now as a five-star hotel for those in search of a luxurious, discreet bolthole in one of London’s most desirable areas of Mayfair.

• 1857 – The English aristocrat Earl Granville and Marchese d’Azeglio, a Sardinian Minister, after a dispute at the Travellers club decided to found a new club intended as a London base for travelling diplomats. In April 1859, Francis Cavendish sent out a circular from the Foreign Office to every British Embassy and legation to recruit members for the new St. James’s Club.
• 1860 – As well as an international clientele it attracted important members of the British upper classes such as Lord Randolph Churchill and luminaries such as Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild. Charles Dickens writes: “members are elected by ballot, but members of the corps diplomatique, of the English diplomatic service, and of the Foreign Office, may be admitted without ballot, under certain restrictions”.
• 1890 – The St. James’s Club was at the height of its prosperity during the years before the First World War and continued to attract the cream of London society. Henry James used the club to study English colloquialisms and Arthur Sullivan, the composer of the Savoy Operas, was also a member for some years. The subscription was eleven guineas and the entrance fee twenty-five guineas.
• 1920 – Sir Winston Churchill was often seen in the club during the 1930s and during the Second World War, the club was briefly the home of Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond. Other notable members of St. James’s Club included: Sir Harry Verney, 4th Baronet MP (politician); Victor Hay, 21st Earl of Erroll (diplomat); Sir Murdoch Macdonald (politician and engineer); Lord Ivor Spencer-Churchill (cousin of Winston Churchill).
• 1950 – Backgammon was especially popular with club members, it was played more assiduously than at any other London club. Large sums were won and lost; the leading players in the mid 50s were the Marquess of Milford Haven, Lord Pender and Rupert Bellville. A member, Charles Jerdawin, won the world championship in 1968. During the 60s ladies have been admitted for dinner.
• 1970 – During the early 70s financial difficulties led to the closure of the St. James’s Club.
• 1980 – The St. James’s Club reopened thanks to international sportsman and financier Peter De Savary using the premises at 7-8 Park Place. These were originally built in 1892 as apartments for gentlemen.

The club regained its popularity and it became well known as a place for good food, good wine and the best parties, usually hosted by someone from the film world. The club committee was chaired by Sir John Mills.

Members included Liza Minelli, Dudley Moore, Peter Townshend, Sir Michael Caine, Sir Sean Connery, Tim Rice, Michael Parkinson and Lord Attenborough. And with visits by Sir Elton John as well as Tom Selleck and Christopher Reeve, it is not surprising that it became known as one of London’s most popular clubs.

• 1986 – The St. James’s Club bought the Sunset Tower in Hollywood, a luxury apartment building home to Greta Garbo, Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, John Wayne, Howard Hughes and Frank Sinatra, to name a few. After a $46 million renovation it became a luxury hotel.
• 2006 – St. James’s Club receives a complete makeover by famous designer Anne Maria Jagdfeld, from Berlin. This dramatic Victorian townhouse has been reinvented to recapture the feel of an esteemed gentleman’s club in a contemporary way combined with the comfort and professionalism you would expect in one of the most prestigious townhouse hotels in London.
• 2008 – The St. James’s Club reopens as St James’s Hotel and Club. Every piece of furniture and every metre of fabric – from the Murano glass chandeliers to the walls lined with Loro Piana cashmere – has been carefully selected. A beautiful art collection including fine examples of Impressionist, Expressionist and Cubist work from all over Europe, is displayed in public areas as well as guest rooms.
• 2009 – The hotel launches its new restaurant Seven Park Place with multi award winning chef William Drabble at its helm. Thanks to William’s exquisite dishes and its impeccable service, this intimate restaurant was awarded a coveted Michelin star only one year after its launch.
• 2011 – St. James’s Hotel and Club continues the tradition established by their predecessors and today’s celebrities are no less impressed with Samuel L. Jackson, Cher, Luke Wilson, Keith Richards, Alice Cooper, Elle Macpherson, Robert Redford, Dita Von Teese, Colin Salmon, Damian Lewis, Helen McCrory, Michael Bolton, Jack Johnson, Katherine Jenkins and Liza Minnelli having visited the hotel and club recently.
• 2012 – The team of the St. James’s Hotel and Club was proud to receive the Olympic torch on the day before the opening of the Games; a torch bearing the message of peace, unity and friendship.
• 2016 – The hotel’s restaurant Seven Park Place by William Drabble, retains its coveted Michelin star in the Michelin Guide Great Britain and Ireland for the seventh time.

ROOMS & SUITES
The interiors of St. James’s Hotel & Club have undergone a complete renovation by an international team of architects and designers led by award-winning interior designer AMJ Design, from Berlin. Each of the luxurious 60 guest rooms and luxury hotel suites reflects the houses’ attention to detail, incorporating state-of-the-art technology and exquisite furnishings.

Many have their own balcony and views over the rooftops of the historic St. James’s district, in the heart of Mayfair. The Penthouse Suite features a large rooftop terrace unrivalled in this part of London.

THE PENTHOUSE
The Penthouse Suite occupies the entire seventh floor of the St. James’s and is reached by its own private lift, offering total privacy and security as well as unrivalled luxury.

ST JAMES SUITE
For the sophisticated and discerning traveller the St. James’s Suite (73m²) offers unrivalled and indulgent luxury.

WESTMINSTER SUITE
One of the jewels in the crown of the St. James’s, the Westminster Suite features a large private rooftop terrace that measures 50m² and offers panoramic views of London.

THE BREAKFAST
Breakfast here at St. James’s is undeniably the best way to start your day, whether you are looking for a healthy option or traditional English breakfast. In line with current Health & Safety initiatives to protect the wellbeing of all our Guests & Staff, breakfast is currently only available on an ‘A La Carte’ basis via Room Service.

Should you wish to pre-order, we would be delighted to take your breakfast order the night prior, ensuring it is delivered at the time of your choice the next morning.

DINING
Locally sourced ingredients are a feature of William’s food. Having grown up surrounded by farms William believes it is important to support British farmers and food suppliers.

Each dish starts on a farm or in the sea, it then takes those farmers and fishermen, to get up early in the dark (mostly rainy) mornings to harvest that produce, which is then prepared, carefully packaged, taken on a journey and delivered to the restaurant.

The ingredients are then painstakingly prepared, cooked and presented by a trained team of professionals both in the kitchen and the restaurant. That is how a dish gets to you. There is a lot of time, care, resources and effort involved.

William likes to keep simplicity in his dishes; he believes that if you use too many ingredients at the same time the flavours become confused. This is why he uses the best quality ingredients and lets them speak for themselves.

Local suppliers include Cornvale Foods for game and Lune Valley Lamb; Keltic Sea Fare for scallops and langoustine; Mrs Tee for wild mushrooms; Channel Fisheries for Fish.

William Drabble is the Michelin Star chef at St. James’s Hotel & Club in Mayfair, London that overlooks all of the dining aspects at our 5 Star Hotel in London. Although from Merseyside by birth, William Drabble’s love of food actually began when he was 8 and his family moved to Norfolk.

William Drabble was influenced by his beloved grandmother who was also a cook at Yorkshire’s great estates in the 1930’s while he was also inspired by the quality of ingredients he saw from local farms and suppliers.

William worked in some of England’s most influential Michelin-starred hotels and restaurants before joining St. James’s Hotel and Club as Executive Chef to launch the hotels newly named ‘Seven Park Place’ restaurant on 1st September 2009.

Already working at St. James’s as Food and Beverage Manager was a former colleague, Christophe Thuilot of The Capital Hotel, and together they formed the formidable team that, in January 2011 only a year after joining the hotel, enabled William and ‘Seven Park Place’ to be awarded a coveted Michelin star and four AA Rosettes.

Prior to his role at St. James’s Hotel and Club, Drabble spent over ten years at Aubergine in London’s fashionable Chelsea, gaining a Michelin Star in 1999 and maintaining it each year since then.

William’s career also includes roles as Head Chef at Michael’s Nook Country House Hotel in Grasmere (where he first gained the Michelin star for the venue at the tender age of 26) and Sous Chef to Tom Aikens at Pied à Terre in London (two Michelin stars).

William Drabble currently oversees all aspects of dining at the hotel, including private dining, Afternoon Tea, room service and the hotel’s more informal dining space, William’s Bar and Bistro.

WILLIAM’S BAR & BISTRO
William’s Bar and Bistro at St. James’s Hotel and Club is a reflection of a more casual approach to Drabble’s culinary philosophy. With a thoroughly selected wine and tailored cocktail offering, our guests can experience the same focus of William’s cooking in a more relaxed bistro environment, embracing William’s gastronomic concept.

From 15.00 to 17.00, our Afternoon Tea is served in the same scenario, showcasing William’s expression of the Victorian Period, taking our guests through a historical journey that resembles the era and style of that time gone by.

This modernised Bar & bistro is a perfect place to drink, dine, socialise and truly immerse in a casual dining experience, surrounded by a chic and relaxed atmosphere.

THE COCKTAILS
William’s Bar and Bistro offers both bespoke and classic cocktails. With a variety of ingredients and spirits from all over the world, our mixologists like to surprise our guests by adding different flavour to all time favourites. Come and try for yourself!

MASTERCLASSES 
We all marvel when we see an expert at work, making complex tasks look easy or illustrating their knowledge on various subjects in a meaningful way. St. James’s Hotel & Club gives you the opportunity to become an expert in some quirky, creative skills.

All classes are conducted by experts in their field and include practical demonstrations, the opportunity for questions and a goodie bag to take away. The classes make excellent gifts for friends, family or partners and are perfect for corporate bonding, hen and stag parties.

COCKTAIL MASTERCLASS
You are invited to join us at one of our exciting Cocktail Masterclasses. Discover the very finest creative concoctions with tastings, demonstrations and the chance to recreate your all-time favourite cocktails.

The Cocktail masterclasses are ideal for corporate entertainment with a twist, or a more social occasion with friends where you will enjoy a hands-on group tutorial led by one of our experienced and skilful Bar team members.

The Cocktail masterclasses are suitable for smaller parties and include canapés, welcome drinks and our excellent British Tapas. They are both fun and informative and will begin with a welcome mocktail or tea/ coffee on arrival.

Then, while enjoying our delicious British Tapas, learn how to make and shake three signature cocktails (with plenty of tastings along the way) before trying your hand at mixing up your very own.

CHEESE & WINE
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a cheese and wine connoisseur? Here is your chance courtesy of St. James’s Hotel and Club and Cheesemonger Paxton & Whitfield, both situated in the St. James’s London.

This masterclass is designed to introduce cheese and wine enthusiasts to the pairing of some of the best British cheeses, wonderful wines and local seasonal food prepared by Michelin-starred Chef William Drabble.

BOTANICAL GIN MASTERCLASS
Looking for a relaxing moment after a hard day at work or perhaps you simply wish to get in touch with your shrinking violet side? Then come and discover a one-of-a-kind Botanical inspired Gin masterclass at the St. James’s Hotel and Club.

Guided by one of our experienced and skilful Bar team members, you will have the opportunity to taste three different Gins with very distinguished flavours, to discover two delicious British tapas from our William’s Bar and Bistro and to indulge in a full Gin & Tonic to conclude your experience.

THE AFTERNOON TEA
Afternoon Tea is a classic British tradition and a brilliant way to catch up with friends over some tea and treats. St. James’s Hotel & Club offers a historical Afternoon Tea which is designed by the talented Executive Chef William Drabble who also looks after our Michelin Star Restaurant Seven Park Place as well as William’s Bar & Bistro.

Afternoon Tea at St. James’s Hotel & Club includes luxurious sweet treats, sandwiches and tea or even champagne on request. Make your reservation for afternoon tea at our 5 Star Hotel in Mayfair, London today.

St. James’s Hotel & Club offers a historical Afternoon Tea, designed by Executive Chef William Drabble of in-house Michelin Star Restaurant Seven Park Place. Guests will be transported to Victorian times and taste classic cakes of that period, keeping its originality but with slight modern-day twist.

Afternoon Tea originated in 1840 when Anna Russell, the Duchess of Bedford and great friend of Queen Victoria, complained of a ‘sinking feeling’ and started inviting friends to join her at Woburn Abbey for cakes and tea in the mid-afternoon.

The ritual of Afternoon Tea quickly became established in upper class households and it wasn’t long before Queen Victoria became an advocate of the concept. St. James’s Hotel and Club is keen to capture these traditions and Drabble has created a selection of sweet treats and sandwiches based on authentic recipes and favourites of Queen Victoria.

He was inspired by recipes by the Head Chef at St. James’s Club in the early 1800s, Charles Elmé Francatelli, who then went on to be Chief Cook for Queen Victoria in 1840 and later became the General Manager of St. James’s Club.

The tea features highlights from Victorian times including custard tart and a classic Victoria Sponge Cake, whilst other dishes include Cheshire cheese scones, made with the oldest recorded British cheese, plain scones with jam and clotted cream as well as an array of traditional savoury sandwiches, washed down with a cup of an exclusive fine loose tea blend from The East India Company – created especially for the hotel – or for those in the mood for something fizzy, St. James’s Hotel and Club’s finest Champagne.

SPA & WELLNESS
Convenient in-room spa and beauty treatment services. During your stay at the St. James’s Hotel & Club, why not treat yourself to a little pampering in your room?

St. James’s Hotel & Club, in partnership with Black Label by Perfect 10, is delighted to offer a new way to escape from the stresses of everyday life in the complete comfort and privacy of your own luxurious room.

Let Black Label’s highly experienced and professional therapists help you to relax or invigorate your body and mind with a range of treatments tailored to meet your needs using natural products, featuring spa packages exclusively designed for the St. James’s.

The selection of body and beauty treatments for men and women include a full range of massages, manicures, pedicures, facials, waxing, tanning, hairdressing as well as customised personal training sessions and can be arranged at any time to suit you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

CONNOCK LONDON
Dubbed the best mobile beauty service around by Harper’s Bazaar, Perfect 10 offers a full body Connock London treatment exclusively available at St. James’s Hotel and Club.

Designed to take you on a journey of ultimate relaxation, the massage uses Connock London’s signature ingredient of Hawaiian Kukui Oil to condition the skin and lock in moisture, leaving your skin feeling smooth and hydrated.

The full body massage is customised to suit each individual’s requirements, whether this may be getting over jet lag, tired aching muscles or water retention, Perfect 10’s massage specialists will ensure that you experience the perfect massage, with the effects lasting long after the treatment is over.

Guests are encouraged to go to bed or to take a long soak in the bath or shower as the beautiful Connock Oil diffuses on contact with water to create a luxurious milky bath; the delicate fragrance instills a sense of calm and relaxation.

EATING-FOR-WELLNESS
After a good night’s sleep, guests can set themselves up perfectly for the day ahead with a deliciously fulfilling wellness breakfast courtesy of Executive Head Chef William Drabble.

Known for his indulgent and sumptuous cooking style, Drabble has developed a culinary journey of a breakfast menu at Michelin-starred restaurant, Seven Park Place, out of a desire to fuel the body rather than ‘detox’.

Created with powerhouse ingredients, such as antioxidant-packed berries, immunity strengthening manuka honey, and nuts, avocado and salmon – all rich in omega-3 fatty acids which are fantastic for brain and heart health – the menu is packed with nutrients, as well as flavour, making it great for the health conscious and the ‘not so bothered’ alike.

This breakfast, served at London’s most intimate Michelin-starred restaurant, is a perfect way to start the day as it satisfies and energises without making you feel bloated or too full.

Hero dishes include oatmeal and cottage cheese pancakes with smoked salmon and avocado, porridge oats soaked in almond milk with mixed berries and nuts, quinoa crumpets with baked banana and coconut yoghurt, and a glowing green smoothie.

Also incorporated into many of the dishes is the ultra-healthy Jeeva King Coconut products. The coconuts used in Jeeva products are King Coconuts from Sri Lanka, which contain less sugar and more calcium than any other strain of coconut.

They have been referred to as the Rolls Royce of coconuts and are very rare. Jeeva King Coconut Water will also be stocked in the mini-bar to coincide with the launch of this wellness experience.

MEETINGS & EVENTS
St. James’s Hotel & Club has five wonderful areas to choose from, either for social gatherings or professional meetings in Mayfair. The exclusive combination of elegant atmosphere, outstanding gastronomy and the highest standard of hospitality and service will create the best possible experience for you and your guests.

Whether for meetings, conferences, company celebrations, wine tastings, civil marriages or wedding festivities: our experienced team will advise, plan and arrange your big event. We are also happy to offer menus especially created for you by the hotel’s Michelin-starred Chef William Drabble and his team.

WEDDINGS IN LONDON
Enjoy a wedding fit for royalty in the exclusive St. James’s Hotel and Club and let our team organise your special day. The hotel has a full wedding license and a team with expert knowledge and impeccable service.

Michelin-starred Chef William Drabble will inspire you with mouthwatering recipes in order to create that desired menu for you and your guests. The hotel is conveniently located with easy access to all London airports allowing the lucky couple to jet off on honeymoon in style. The hotel can organise a chauffeured transfer to and from any London airport.

BUSINESS EVENTS
When you have something important to discuss, want to present a new concept, launch a new product or you may want to inspire your team with a little corporate bonding, then St. James’s Hotel & Club has the perfect room and package for you. We offer competitive day delegate rates and superb food in stylish and practical function rooms, all fitted with the latest technology.

Employee engagement goes to the heart of what differentiates great organisations from the mediocre, and corporate bonding activities can help boost staff performance and bring passion to their work.

ST. JAMES CLUB
The St. James’s Club has a rich and fascinating history dating back to 1857 and although we have changed our home and our décor several times since then we still take great pride in maintaining the traditions of service, comfort and hospitality of our illustrious forebears.

The St. James’s Club is an ideal place for family and friends as well as business purposes. We have many members who hold their private functions here as well as their business meetings, as it is indeed the perfect sanctuary.

DISCOVER LONDON
Are you planning a cultural tour with your family, a city break or a shopping trip in Central London? St. James’s Hotel & Club has a convenient Central London location in Mayfair and near Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and many of London’s top tourist attractions and shopping districts.

MAYFAIR
St. James’s Hotel and Club is located in the Mayfair area making it the best location to stay in if you want to take in everything that Mayfair has to offer. Just like Mayfair, St. James’s Hotel and Club is a sophisticated location with luxurious rooms and our very own Michelin Star Restaurant.

Mayfair is a sophisticated neighbourhood in Central London that offers visitors impressive buildings and clean streets as well as the best wine bars and restaurants you will find in London. Mayfair is in the West End of London towards the east edge of Hyde Park between Oxford Street, Regent Street, Bond Street and Park Lane.

THE BIG BEN
St. James’s Hotel and Club is a 20 minute walk to Big Ben but can be reached even quicker via local tube stations. St. James’s Hotel and Club is the perfect location to stay at if you are looking to take in all of London’s iconic landmarks.

Our Central London location, luxurious rooms and Michelin Star Restaurant will help you make the most of your stay in London. Big Ben is a massive icon for British culture and is one of the most famous landmarks in London.

When the construction of Big Ben was completed in 1859, its’ clock was the largest and most accurate four faced striking and chiming clock in the world. It is easily one of the most prominent symbols of the United Kingdom and parliament democracy.

In August 2017, renovation works began on the tower and are not expected to be completed until 2020. This means that Big Ben will be silent except for some important dates such as New Year’s Eve and Remembrance Sunday. Big Ben is still a massive attraction for people visiting London and it can be located at Westminster near The Houses of Parliament.

OXFORD STREET
You can walk to Oxford Street from St. James’s Hotel and Club in 17 minutes making St. James’s Hotel a perfect location to stay in if you are planning a day out shopping at Oxford Street.

Make the most of our location in Central London by spending an afternoon shopping at Oxford Street and then return to St. James’s Hotel and Club where you can treat yourself to a world class meal at our Michelin Star Restaurant and then relax in one of our luxurious rooms and suites.

Oxford Street is one of Europe’s busiest shopping locations as it has about half a million visitors every day and around 300 shops to choose from.

You will find the most popular high street brands on Oxford street as well as mouth-watering cuisine, impressive architecture and the best shopping deals. Oxford Street is the best location for shopping if you are planning on staying in the West End of London.

THE WESTMINSTER ABBEY 
Westminster Abbey is a 17 minute walk from St. James’s Hotel and Club making St. James’s Hotel an ideal location for taking in all of London’s iconic landmarks.

Visit Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey in the afternoon and then spend the evening dining at our Michelin Star Restaurant before relaxing in one of our luxurious rooms.

Westminster Abbey is an iconic London church that is famous for coronations and other ceremonies of national significance in Britain. It is located just west of the Houses of Parliament and is situated on the grounds of a former Benedictine monastery.

Every coronation since 1066 has taken place at Westminster Abbey. On June 2nd 1953, Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation took place at Westminster Abbey and Prince William & Kate Middleton’s wedding took place at Westminster Abbey on April 29th 2011.

GREEN PARK LONDON
Escape to Green Park which is one of London’s Royal Parks alongside Buckingham Palace. Green Park is full of mature trees and grasslands with many paths which cross over each other.

Green Park is perfect for walking or jogging after conducting business or finishing a tour. Our hotel near Green Park has a secret entrance into the park which is ideal for when you need some head space from the city.

At Green Park, you can view a range of different memorials and statues. In the Spring and Summer, Green Park is a haven for picnics and relaxing in the sun. Look out for the Royal Gun Salutes that take place in Green Park to mark special royal occasions. Green Park offers its’ visitors a quiet retreat right next to Buckingham Palace in a Central London location.

ST. JAMES PARK
Escape to a central London haven at St. James’s Park. A quiet sanctuary where you can lose track of time watching the animals which call St. James’s Park home. For a hotel near St. James’s Park, St. James’s Hotel and Club is just a ten-minute walk to the Royal Garden.

St. James’s Park is one of the eight Royal Parks in London. It covers an area of nearly 57 acres. The park is famous for having flower beds at the front of Buckingham Palace which is a popular backdrop to events such as Trooping the Colour and important state visits. St. James’s Park is surrounded by landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Green Park and Big Ben.

Rooms: 56

Price: from 294 EUR per night

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