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Tucked away in the heart of historic St James’s, and just minutes from London’s iconic landmarks and vibrant West End, The Stafford London is one of the finest luxury hotels in the Capital. Luxuriate in the stunning individually designed rooms and suites, dine in cool sophistication in The Game Bird and relax with a cocktail in the renowned American Bar. Our stylish rooms and suites are guaranteed to help you relax. The Main House, is a blend of Victorian grandeur and modern comfort, while the Carriage House offers a unique, countryside ambiance in the heart of London. The Mews Suites and Penthouse offer classic, contemporary elegance and the comfort and discretion of your own private residence at one of London’s most prestigious addresses. The Game Bird restaurant is a contemporary tale about relaxed dining at any time of the day. A place to eat, drink and socialise, the focus is on modern British comfort cooking executed with style and panache, all wrapped in a seductive ambience that oozes cool sophistication. For a more relaxed atmosphere, visit The American Bar, where every available wall and surface is crammed with an intriguing collection of artefacts, knick-knacks and signed celebrity photographs donated by patrons and guests over the years. Open daily from 8am, enjoy a casual breakfast or lunch or simply soak up the history and relax with one of our speciality cocktails. There is even a private cobbled courtyard so you can enjoy outdoor dining at any time of day. Experience unrivalled luxury in one of London’s most historic and quintessentially English five-star hotels.
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Hilary Jane A wrote a review Today
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This hotel has a good reputation however it fell very short on my 2 night visit. Negative’s …. 1. Room, service poor Three phone calls and over two hours before I received one bottle of water. 2. Left sitting at the bar for over 15 minutes before anyone enquired what I wanted. 3. I requested a certain table in the dining room, only to find they had given it away, and I was given at a table that was not satisfactory. 4. Requested a taxi. Left sitting for over 30 minutes with no feedback. Resulting in walking out and hailing a cab from off the street. Resulting in been very late for my appointment. 5. Food/dinner was satisfactory, small portions and very expensive. Positives A. The room and bathroom was luxurious but should be for the cost. B. Breakfast was superb, but so it should be for the cost . C. Perfect location if you wish to see Buckingham Palace, shop Knightsbridge and surrounding area.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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ConradHastler wrote a review Nov 2021
Houston, Texas248 contributions168 helpful votes
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Our return visit showed despite Covid the operations and staff have not missed a beat. Excellent suite and excellent staff made our visit a pleasure. We again dined at the Gamebird, which also continues to present fine cuisine. As always. The Stafford is highly recommended.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Response from Stuart Procter, General Manager at The Stafford London
Responded 28 Nov 2021
Dear ConradHastler, Thank you so much for posting your review and for the recommendation. I'm pleased to hear that despite the various challenges and changes we have had to make you were still providing the same level of service we are renowned for. I must also thank you for highlighting the excellent service you received from the team. We all look forward to seeing you both again soon! Kind Regards, Stuart
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Ann B wrote a review 18 Mar
New Ross, Ireland24 contributions24 helpful votes
Staff , rooms and service excellent as always Our room was fantastic. The American bar is so unique , nothing like a hotel bar ! It’s a great atmospheric venue with really good bar food It’s always a pleasure to return it really is like going home such is the welcome
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Ned Holder, Guest Services / Front Office at The Stafford London
Responded 3 days ago
Dear Ann B, Thank you so much for posting your review. It is always a pleasure to have you both back with us and we love the fact that it feels like coming 'home'. The team will be thrilled to hear this and I will be sure to share your kind words with them. Looking forward to welcoming you 'home' again soon! Kind Regards, Ned
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Leah wrote a review 12 Mar
31 contributions1 helpful vote
We visited the American Bar. The setting was really nice and relaxed, and the cocktails were very different and delicious! It was a nice addition having the snacks as well. The staff are very attentive and always seem to be on it.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Ned Holder, Guest Services / Front Office at The Stafford London
Responded 1 week ago
Dear Leah, Thank you for posting your review. Our famous American Bar is a real hot spot and with Benoit & Salvatore's ever evolving cocktail menu, there always something new and exciting to try. We are blessed with a team of true hospitality people and I am so pleased to know that they looked after you so well. We hope to see you again very soon! Best Regards, Ned
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Stuart W wrote a review 10 Mar
Leicestershire, United Kingdom72 contributions71 helpful votes
This was our first stay at the Stafford Hotel, which we thoroughly enjoyed. The hotel is located in an excellent location in Mayfair close to Buckingham Palace, Green Park Tube Station and within 5 minutes walk of Fortnum and Masons and all that Bond Street has to offer. The hotel is really nice with fantastic staff who were so lovely throughout our 2-night stay. Our room, a Deluxe King Room in the Main House of the hotel was immaculately presented and well maintained by housekeeping throughout our stay. We had breakfast each morning at the Game Bird Restaurant which was well prepared and a very pleasurable dining experience. We now consider the Stafford Hotel to be our home whenever we are in central London and are very much looking forward to our return during this Summer.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Room Tip: Spend a little extra money and go for a Deluxe King Room in the Main House of the hotel.
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Response from Ned Holder, Guest Services / Front Office at The Stafford London
Responded 1 week ago
Dear Stuart W, Thank you for posting your excellent review following your first stay with us! I'm so pleased to know that you found your new London 'home'! Our stunning newly refurbished main house rooms and suites are perfectly equipped and with our wonderful location, what better place to call 'home'. Our sumptuous breakfasts in our Game Bird restaurant really set you up for the day ahead and I am delighted to hear that you plan to return again in the summer. We all look forward to welcoming you back again! Kind Regards, Ned
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Amandeep Stevens wrote a review 1 Mar
United Kingdom3 contributions2 helpful votes
From start to finish it was an out of this world experience. Nothing is too much for any of the staff, they do everything to make your stay so special. We felt very valued & so well looked after. All the staff from the front of the property, reception, concierge, in the American Bar, The Game Bird, everyone is friendly & make it a wonderful experience. I didn't want to leave, a little slice of heaven. I could just go on & on about what I love about the hotel but would be here forever. I will be returning for sure
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from Ned Holder, Guest Services / Front Office at The Stafford London
Responded 1 week ago
Dear ARESAS14, Thank you for your lovely review. I'm very pleased to know that the team looked after you so well and equally pleased to hear you were able to sample so much of what we have on offer here at The Stafford. It is a shame that you had to leave but we all look forward welcoming you back again soon! Kind Regards, Ned
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Laura K wrote a review Feb 2023
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I've recently returned from a 9-night stay at The Stafford, and I can't recommend the hotel highly enough. Why? The location is perfect - just minutes from world-class shopping, Buckingham Palace and other must-sees, but tucked away on a secluded side street. My suite in the hotel's Mews building was the size of a small apartment and beautifully furnished. Although the Mews building is separate from the main building of the hotel, it's literally five steps away. Don't miss the chance to stay there because you think that having to go outside between the two buildings will be a nuisance. Those five steps are historic cobblestoned ones, though, and could present a slight mobility challenge. Most importantly, every single person I dealt with during my stay - reception, concierge, restaurant and bar staff, housekeeping, doormen - was an absolute pleasure to be around. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and they do all they can to make you feel at home. I'm very much looking forward to my next stay at The Stafford.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from Ned Holder, Guest Services / Front Office at The Stafford London
Responded 1 week ago
Dear Laura K, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and the recommendation! Our location really is second to none, with all of the very best shopping, sightseeing and London's Royal Parks right on our doorstep. Our Mews Suites are very generously equipped and situated in our historic private courtyard with all the features to provide a comfortable and luxurious stay. I must also thank you for highlighting the 'knowledgeable and friendly' service you received from team and I'll be sure to pass on your kind words as they will love to hear! We all look forward to welcoming you 'home' again on your next trip to London! Best Wishes, Ned
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Neil H wrote a review Feb 2023
Dornoch, United Kingdom3 contributions
From the welcome at the front door all through out stay to the wave goodbye, everyone made us feel at home and looked after all we needed. At no point did we feel that we were asking too much and it was great to feel like we were at home. The hotel was busy being a Friday night but we were always well attended and not forgotten. As excellent ratio of staff to customers kept everyone happy.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from Ned Holder, Guest Services / Front Office at The Stafford London
Responded 1 week ago
Dear Hampers19, Thank you for your wonderful review. I'm delighted to hear that you were made to feel at home by the team and that you were so well looked after. We live by the philosophy of "no request too large, no detail too small" so you should never feel like you are asking too much and I'm please this was the case. Look forward to seeing you again next time. Best Regards, Ned
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Chris H wrote a review Feb 2023
Yorba Linda, California1659 contributions449 helpful votes
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Starting with our interactions emailing directly with reservations all the way through to a follow up email when we returned home, all communications at the Stafford were warm, friendly and professional. Upon our arrival, we were surprised with an upgraded room. The junior suite that we stayed in for 5 nights was large and comfortable and a perfect place to settle in. So many amenities: two closets, two sinks, a large walk in shower, a table and chairs, plenty of outlets, coffee maker and tea kettle, mini fridge, robes and slippers, plus! We had a couple of small issues with our room. We brought them to the attention of the front desk and they were fixed immediately. The rooms AC and heating worked very well . . . once we figured out how to run them! The breakfast was a bit confusing as there were prices on the menu, however after confirming breakfast was included in our rate, we were free to order anything off the menu. So many options from eggs (any style), pancakes, omelets, fruit, porridge, cereals, coffee drinks, champagne and pastries. One certainly won't walk away hungry from breakfast The Stafford London is located on a quiet street, within a 5-10 min walk from Buckingham Palace, Green Park, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and a tube stop. We found the location perfect for our time in London with lots of really great restaurants within walking distance. The hotel restaurant, the Game Bird, was a great dinner option on our first night. The food was amazing and the wine pairing suggested was spot on. We appreciated the tour of the wine cellar and the personal, attentive service. We visited the American Bar on our last afternoon and although drinks were on the pricey side, this is true of most places in London. We are so happy that we discovered the charming Stafford London. It is a hotel that has a small boutique feel to it and it will be our "go to" place for when we return again.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Room Tip: Rooms in the outbuilding may be a bit noisier due to overflow from the American Bar.
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Response from Ned Holder, Guest Services / Front Office at The Stafford London
Responded 3 weeks ago
Dear Christine H, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and in particular our brilliantly equipped Mews Junior Suite. Our location really is second to none and allows for much exploration and discovery in this most historic part of town. Our sumptuous breakfasts and elegant all day dining menu in our Game Bird restaurant is a real treat and with our famous American bar there is always something new and exciting to enjoy. I'm delighted to learn that The Stafford will become your 'go to' place for London visits and we all look forward to welcoming you 'home' again before too long. Kind Regards, Ned
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Fleur D lis wrote a review Feb 2023
Austin, Texas2 contributions
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I visited London for the first time in February 2023. The Stafford London is a perfect tranquil location in hear of London. I’m well traveled internationally and this was my first trip post COVID. The hotel room was lovely, well equipped, with comfortable bathroom (I had great walk in shower). I began my visit solo and felt very safe in the area to walk alone, and location was very convenient to Tube station. The staff at hotel were friendly, efficient and accommodating. The concierge staff were incredibly helpful when I wanted to find local restaurants and helped get me theater tickets to Moulin Rouge on West End. I dined at Game Bird and my halibut was so delicious and staff ensured my dinner was timed just perfectly so I could make it to the ballet. The American Bar was fun, lively yet also relaxing. I was so impressed with hotel, staff, room and location that I will definitely return and this will be my home away from home while visiting London.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Ned Holder, Guest Services / Front Office at The Stafford London
Responded 3 weeks ago
Dear fleurdlisbebe, Thank you so much for taking the time to post your review and the lovely photos! Our location really is perfect for a first trip to London, with all of the famous landmarks, beautiful green spaces and excellent transport links right on our doorstep. Our vastly experienced and knowledgeable concierge team really know what's hot and what's not in town and the with a team full of proper hospitality people, the friendly and accommodating service is all part of our ethos. I'm pleased to know that you enjoyed our Game Bird restaurant and our famous American Bar and rest assured I will share your feedback with the whole team. We all look forward to welcoming you 'home' again soon! Kind Regards, Ned
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Stafford London
Which popular attractions are close to The Stafford London?
Nearby attractions include London Party Pub Crawl (0.3 km), May Fair Bar (0.4 km), and Regent Street (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Stafford London?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at The Stafford London?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at The Stafford London?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at The Stafford London?
Yes, paid private parking nearby is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Stafford London?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ormer Mayfair, May Fair Kitchen, and Wiltons.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Stafford London?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness centre during their stay.
Does The Stafford London have airport transportation?
Yes, The Stafford London offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Stafford London?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does The Stafford London offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Stafford London?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Italian.