Sopwell House

Obviously seen better days. Has a pompous air in keeping with its history but is now worn and frayed. Over priced for what it is. Elevator not working. Price on the check in form is not the real room price. You have to pay in advance for your bar and restaurant bill at check-​in. My room had fray linens, holes in the wall and huge dings in the bath tub. «Would you like to upgrade» scam is obviously well practiced. I remember when it was cool to stay there. I’m never going back. Not set up for American visitors: it’s not British quirky and adorable. It’s British I-don’t-trust-our-guests and let’s-all-the-money-up-front meanness.

I love this hotel.
Nothing is too much trouble for the staff, the food is excellent and the spa has just been given a makeover and is wonderful.
A perfect break from London that is not too far away, but still feels like the middle of nowhere!

Some thing to know if you are a solo or business traveler-​this is a little out of the way, so take a deep breath and enjoy the country air!
St. Albans is a terrific city with a nice selection of restaurants. Sopwell house has a terrific staff, a lovely spa and gym. I was here on business and had a small room but highly functional with a renovated new (small) bathroom.
This place does a great deal of business for weddings and Sunday tea. The food was very good as well, I mostly had salads — extremely fresh ingredients. Tasted like it was from the garden. The value for the price is definitely worth it.
I look forward to my return.

Attended a wedding here, very nice venue for the occasion.
The terrace bar was idea for drinks.