The Stafford London

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Buckingham Palace

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Exterior
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free minibar items
Interior
Cocktail bar, alfresco dining, open daily
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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16-18 St James's Place, London, England, SW1A 1NJ
  • Buckingham Palace
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Piccadilly Circus
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Trafalgar Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Suite (Master Main House)

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Carriage House)

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Mews)

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Main House)

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

Room (Carriage House)

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite (Mews Master)

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Gatehouse)

  • 1184 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse

  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Stafford Park)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Master Suite Main House

  • Sleeps 4

The Gatehouse One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Penthouse

  • Sleeps 4

Mews Master Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Carriage House Room

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite Main House

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite-Mews

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite Carriage House

  • Sleeps 3

Stafford Park Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

London

Central London getaway .A stay at this London City Centre hotel places you steps from Piccadilly and a 5-minute walk from Green Park. Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Buckingham Palace - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Piccadilly Circus - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Leicester Square - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Trafalgar Square - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Big Ben - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Green Park Underground Station - 3 min walk
  • Charing Cross Station - 16 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gaia Mayfair - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Wolseley - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ritz Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pirana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Clarence - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Stafford London

5-star luxury hotel near Buckingham Palace
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 5 meeting rooms available. A fitness center, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The Stafford London. Parking is available for a fee.

This Edwardian London hotel is smoke free.

  • 105 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1912
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Stafford London offers 105 accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

The Stafford London is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 65 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 32 to 39.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • High-pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 75 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 32 to 39.50 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 65 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 75 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Kempinski London
Kempinski Stafford
London Kempinski
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Stafford Kempinski Hotel
Stafford Kempinski Hotel London
Stafford Kempinski London
Stafford London
Stafford London Kempinski
Stafford London Hotel
Stafford Hotel
The Stafford London England
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The Stafford London Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Stafford London to the airport?

The Stafford London is 10.8 mi (50-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 The Stafford London?

As of Sep 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Stafford London on Oct 3, 2025 start from $550.7, excluding 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 The Stafford London have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Stafford London.

Does The Stafford London offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Stafford London, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 32 and 39.50 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Stafford London?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Stafford London?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Stafford London?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 65 per day.

Does The Stafford London have a pool?

The Stafford London does not have a pool.

Does The Stafford London have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Stafford London have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Stafford London to downtown London?

The Stafford London is 0.6 mi away from London.

The Stafford London Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 666 out of 864 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 864 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 864 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 864 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 864 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

alice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Clean and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this place, and was intrigued, because of all the 10/10 reviews. This place is costly but utterly amazing and impeccable decor, design and service. Imagine staying at the Oxford or Cambridge club, the Harvard, Yale or Columbia club or a fine gentleman's club. That is what this place is. Very stately. It would fit well in Kingsman, being in Mayfair and near Jermyn Street. If you want an impeccable stay in London this is the place. I loved the room and decor. They even had ceramics in the room. The toiletries are Penhaligons. There is a fruit bowl. If cigars were PC these days there would be those, but they aren't. Instead it is House and Garden and Vogue magazine. Staff knew their jobs. I like that. Stay in the main building to be near the American bar and dining. I love the American bar. I am American. I felt at home surrounded by other Americans, how do they do that? haha. So yes, this is a 10/10 stay. It is highly expensive but highly Kingsman stately. I recommend it at least once in your life. Nice cocktail menu too. I suppose the only sad thing is they rant out of oysters on the half shell.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Woodbridge

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredible and made you feel like royalty. I cannot commend this hotel enough for the professionalism and attention to detail of their staff. The property is wonderfully located to many places of interest and all were within a short walking distance. My only complaint is that we were unable to stay there longer. If you are traveling to London, you must make this hotel your stay. It will make your visit that much more enjoyable and extraordinary.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Maury

Liked: Staff & service

Overall the weak spot was the food and beverage wa

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff Very comfortable and luxurious
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old elegance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Not the vibe we were expecting. Noticed a passive aggressive undertone. Whispering among employees. Just not the character of a hotel thats promotes a certain stature.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, professionalism and service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Par Excellence

From the moment we stepped onto the property, we were greeted with warmth and professionalism. The bellman welcomed us with a smile, swiftly handled our luggage, and offered a quick overview of the hotel amenities—a perfect first impression. The check-in process was seamless, and the front desk staff made us feel genuinely valued. Our room was spotless, stylish, and incredibly comfortable, with thoughtful touches that elevated the entire experience. Dining at the hotel was a true delight. Each meal was par excellence—beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The restaurant staff were attentive without being intrusive, and their recommendations were spot-on. Every staff member we encountered embodied the spirit of hospitality. The service, ambiance, and attention to detail throughout my stay were simply exceptional. If you're looking for a stay that defines luxury and comfort, this hotel delivers an experience par excellence in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Stafford Is Our First Choice

The Stafford has become our go-to hotel in London: beautiful rooms, gracious service, and terrific location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and and location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADAM

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADAM

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very special place…..

Everything was superb as always, especially the wonderful service from Luca and his team in the restaurant, who are so helpful, friendly and attentive. Thank you again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool old school London hotel. American Bar within is first rate.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

giovanni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vary clean Staff professional . Will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is probably the best hotel in London!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025