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St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London

Property class: 4
4-star spa hotel near Buckingham Palace

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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54 Buckingham Gate, London, England, SW1E 6AF
  • Place, Buckingham Palace
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Westminster Abbey
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Ben
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed (Master)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed (Junior)

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a cup, and a large mirror.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(112 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a green sofa, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, a desk with a chair, and a flat-screen TV.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 775 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel hallway with a bench, two armchairs, a round table with fruit, and a mirror on the wall.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Superior)

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a dresser, a sofa, and a window with a city view.

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a small table with a vase, and a potted plant.

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a wardrobe, and a television.

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 King Bed (Master)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and curtains.

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed (Master)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 549 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Junior)

A hotel room with a bed, a green sofa, a round table, and a map on the wall.

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Junior)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Family Room, 1 King Bed and 1 Sofa Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a laptop, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Premium Family Room, 1 King Bed and 1 Sofa Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

London

Heart of London.Within a 10-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. Big Ben and Hyde Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Buckingham Palace - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Westminster Abbey - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Big Ben - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Trafalgar Square - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Hyde Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • St. James's Park Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • London Victoria Station - 8 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ivy Victoria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Albert - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caxton Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Old Star - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Buckingham Arms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London

4-star spa hotel near Buckingham Palace
St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London offers its guests a full-service spa, a 24-hour health club, and a sauna. There are 4 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center, 17 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. Spa services, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 329 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London offers 329 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. 50-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include offices, desks, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

J Wellness Circle has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open select days. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi; wired internet (GBP 9.99 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (GBP 9.99 per day)

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.6 miles (GBP 65 per day)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 55 for adults and GBP 55 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (47 inch wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Office
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 55 for adults and GBP 55 for children
  • Fee for in-room wired internet: GBP 9.99 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wired internet in public areas: GBP 9.99 per day (rates may vary)
  • Offsite parking fee: GBP 65 per day (0.6 mi away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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James' Court Taj Hotel
London St. James' Court
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Frequently asked questions

How close is St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London to the airport?

St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London is 10.7 mi (44-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London?

As of Aug 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London on Sep 13, 2026 start from $403, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London.

Does St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 55 for adults and GBP 55 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London have a pool?

St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London does not have a pool.

Does St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London have a restaurant?

There are 4 onsite restaurants, offering options like Indian cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at J Wellness Circle, where you can enjoy body scrubs, body wraps, and facials.

How close is St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London to downtown London?

St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London is 0.7 mi away from London.

St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1131 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1622 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Staff is outstanding
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, highly recommend, perfect location, close to major attractions
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a great location near Buckingham Palace. This is the second time we have stayed here, and I highly recommend it, especially for their superb customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Josselyne and Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Excellent staff. We loved it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
House of ming restaurant was excellent! Good food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really good. Staff, breakfast buffet, location - will book again if we visit London another time
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Krista Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and location is convenient
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend this hotel to everyone! Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel we have stayed in in London. Excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful staff and facilities!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing, staff were always very helpful and accommodating. The pool temp was warm and had jets which was perfect after walking and touring London all day. Wish we could’ve stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast buffet , very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, first rate hotel. wonderful, friendly and helpful staff and a fabulous spa.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Staff was friendly and very helpful. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front staff were excellent and the hotel was very beautiful! The staff were incredibly helpful and polite. The location of the hotel is incomparable, as well. Centrally located, popular tourist sights and metro access were within walking distance from the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always enjoy our time at the TAJ. Beautiful hotel in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for site seeing (Buckingham Palace, West Minster Abbey and Big Ben). Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff. Very good breakfast for choice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and incredible staff/service. Riddhima took excellent care of us
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Priya Beldora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless, Overachieving Staff, and Beautifully Maintained Property
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was good rooms were clean .The breakfast was excellent with lots of choices .The staff was every courteous .The only fault was the charges Expedia quote was not hotel charged aware .
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026