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The Stafford

St James's Pl. (St. James)

London

(44) 020-7493-0111 | www.thestaffordhotel.co.uk

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  • FOOD

    The Lyttelton - relaxed yet refined dining for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon tea; 24-hour room service
  • DRINK

    The American Bar - famed martinis and good burgers (jacket required); Wine Cellars - 360 year old vault that hosts wine tastings and dining events
  • ROOMS

    Three styles: Main House (elegant and traditional); Carriage House (original 1750's timber beams, fireplaces); Mews (suites mostly, more contemporary)
  • PRICE (STANDARD DOUBLE)

    GBP 260
  • YEAR OPENED

    Building dates back to 17th Century; Stafford Hotel opened in 1912 (most recent update is the GBP 6 million renovation 2011).
  • # OF ROOMS

    105
  • CONNECTIVITY

    Yes - high speed Internet and Wi-Fi
  • FREE INTERNET?

    Yes
  • GYM

    Yes - small workout studio; guests can also use The Third Space (gym, pool), a 10-minute walk away, free.
  • SPA

    No
  • TUBE

    Green Park
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VIBE

With a conservative, formal, but charming ambiance, this small hotel conveys that time-honored English feel. The Main House has the most traditional rooms, whereas the Carriage House and, even more so, the Mews lean slightly modern. After undergoing a £6 million renovation in 2011, expect rooms to feel a bit more crisp and sleek, but without sacrificing the classic British charm.

GO HERE WITH

Anyone who’s looking for an English country home type stay (especially in the Main House). A larger party could take over the Carriage House or Mews.

WHY WE LIKE IT

Good location (just off St. James/Piccadilly). It’s also set back away from the street so it’s quite quiet and private. We appreciate the excellent sense of place–you know you are in London here. When booking rooms, we would go for a more unique (Carriage House) or traditional/charming style (Main House). (If you want a truly contemporary feel, The Stafford is not for you.)

AMENITY WE LOVE

Private dining rooms in the 17th century wine cellar down below. This working cellar hosts wine tasting events (check website).

WHAT WE WOULD CHANGE

Room classes have a wide range of styles and locations–all are popular–but it is difficult to navigate what is best for you.

GOOD TO KNOW

Since our last research trip, The Stafford has become part of the Kempinski hotel group. While the hotel remains largely the same, some sections of the property are undergoing renovation, and certain details may have changed. We strongly encourage our readers to research any aspects of the hotel that are of particular importance to them before booking.

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Dukes (London); The Goring (London); Relais Christine (Paris)


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