Housed in a striking Georgian country estate — and with a rich history that goes back to 1603 — Sopwell House is a charming and graceful hotel nestled within the tranquil Hertfordshire countryside. Located in the midst of 12 acres of lush grounds just a half hour from London, it is the perfect hideaway. The expansive spa is designed to complement the dynamic needs of modern living, and combined with the two restaurants and afternoon tea service, makes Sopwell House a veritable treat.
Whether you seek a romantic weekend away, a family vacation, a spa break, or an impressive business retreat, the grand and inviting Sopwell House delivers. It is also the perfect location for a wedding with its historic architecture, gorgeous gardens, and dedicated Wedding Coordinators.
The 128 rooms and suites vary in size and style for couples and families alike and have a boutique feel mixed with sophisticated style and modern conveniences, such as Wi-Fi and televisions. Many rooms offer beautiful gardens and landscape views, as well as walk-in showers and Elemis toiletries. Mews Suites are separate from the hotel and set in lovely landscaped gardens. Suites may feature fireplaces, four-poster beds, in-room baths, kitchenettes, private terraces, and cedar wood spa baths. Mews guests also gain complimentary access to all Spa facilities at Sopwell House, including The Club at Cottonmill with new Spa Gardens, a Deep Relaxation Room, a Whisper Room, and a Garden Room.
If you’re a sports fan, you will welcome the fact that all guestrooms feature a BT and Sky Sports TV package. Suites are particularly appealing to families, and the hotel is a great favorite for wedding parties.
Traditional and international fare are conveniently served for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Sopwell House's two dining options, Omboo and The Brasserie, while the Octagon Bar and Conservatory Bar invite guests for light snacks and classic and craft drinks.
Many of the activities found at Sopwell House are focused on health, wellness, and relaxation.
Enjoy a swim or raise your heart rate at the state-of-the-art gym. Walk the gorgeous grounds and dine on delicious cuisine. Spend your day reveling in the hotel's Spa at Sopwell House, or journey outside the manor to explore the surrounding countryside.
Featuring two distinct, adults-only areas, Cottonmill and The Club at Cottonmill, The Spa at Sopwell House invites guests to treat themselves to a world of calm, quiet, and rejuvenation.
Cottonmill includes use of the indoor pool, two vitality pools, a state-of-the-art gym featuring the latest Technogym equipment, classes taken in the new energizing studio, sauna, steam room, poolside terrace, and sitting room. After a treatment, you can rest in the Rose Relaxation Room.
The Club at Cottonmill features world-class spaces and facilities, including new spa gardens, a garden room, a whisper room, and a deep relaxation Room. The Club area is accessible only to a select group of members and a limited number of guests or residents on Club packages.
For adventures outside of the hotel, travel just half an hour to the sights and sounds of London, or even closer to the historic city of St. Albans — which takes its name from the first British saint. Visit the St. Albans Museum + Gallery, with its collection of heritage and contemporary works, as well as the Verulamium Museum with its ancient treasures — it is built on one of the largest Roman sites in the country. If you have children with you, Willows Farm Village and Park has farmyard animals, adventure play, funfair rides, and indoor soft play.
Other Nearby Attractions & Activities
While Sopwell House feels wonderfully secluded, thanks to the immediate expanse of greenery that surrounds the hotel, there are plenty of nearby attractions if you are keen to explore the wider area. The Verulamium Museum, Old Gorhambury House, and Hatfield House are just a few notable names accessible if you wish to step away, however briefly, from relative solitude.
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