Rate based on Check-in: May 12, 2013 Check-out: May 14, 2013

Crowne Plaza LONDON - ST. JAMES

4 stars
45-51 BUCKINGHAM GATE, LONDON, SW1E 6AF
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.4
out of 5
24 reviews
Beautiful Hotel

From the moment we walked to the entrance of the Hotel until the moment we left, was an excellent... See full review

  • DRJGJ
  • Nov 6, 2012
Fantastic Location in London

Second stay at this hotel. Location is phenomenal for visiting major London sites. Unfortunately,... See full review

  • DeeCee20
  • Sep 25, 2012
Experience Edwardian grandeur with a modern spa and sumptuous dining at the luxurious Crowne Plaza London-St James hotel. The uniformed doorman at Crowne Plaza London-St James will tip his hat as you enter our marble-floored Lobby , which evokes the style and warmth of a 1920s ocean liner. Follow the sound of live piano into The Hamptons bar to sip Mango Bellinis, or discover rich aromas at our Michelin-starred Quilon restaurant , serving South Indian dishes inspired by the tropical paradise of Kerala. London Victoria coach and rail stations are a 10-minute walk from Crowne Plaza London-St James, with connections in under 1 hour from London City, Heathrow and Gatwick airports. It's a 4-minute stroll to St James's Park tube station and 10 minutes to London's iconic Houses of Parliament . Escape the city clamor with picnics in St James's Park or summer concerts in Hyde Park 's glorious open spaces. Our state-of-the-art Telepresence video conferencing room brings you face-to-face with international colleagues, while there's space for 250 in our largest meeting room. Luxuriate in dreamy spa treatments or energize in the Fitness Centre with workouts tailored by our personal trainers. Find inspiration in the courtyard garden of Crowne Plaza London-St James , where water streams from the fountain and ornamental trees contrast with geraniums' flashes of colour.

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
General
Executive level
Ice machine
Activities
Children's activities
Tennis
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Room service
Services
Business center
Maid service
Babysitting/Child services
Concierge desk
Safe deposit box
Shops/Commercial services
Porters
FAX
Currency exchange
Overhead projector
White board
Cellular telephone rental
Internet
High-speed internet
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Satellite TV
DVD player
Safe
Phone with speaker
Desk with lamp
Mini bar
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Outlet adapters
Turndown service
In room movies
Sofa bed
Ironing board
Bath tub
Trouser press

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Hotel Map

51.4988 -0.1374
Nearby airports
London Gatwick, (LGW), 28.00, MI; London Heathrow, (LHR), 17.00, MI;
Area description
Downtown, downtown

Nearby points of interest

  • Westminster: 0.1 mi
  • Queen`s Gallery: 0.2 mi
  • Cutty Sark: 0.2 mi
  • Victoria Palace Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Buckingham Palace: 0.3 mi
  • Victoria station: 0.3 mi
  • Royal Mews: 0.3 mi
  • St James's Park: 0.4 mi
  • Houses of Parliament: 0.4 mi
  • Cabinet War Rooms and Churchill Museum: 0.4 mi
  • Shakespeare's Globe: 0.5 mi
  • Big Ben: 0.6 mi
  • Piccadilly: 0.6 mi
  • Admiralty Arch: 0.7 mi
  • Hyde Park Corner: 0.7 mi
  • Westminster: 0.1 mi
  • Queen`s Gallery: 0.2 mi
  • Cutty Sark: 0.2 mi
  • Victoria Palace Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Buckingham Palace: 0.3 mi
  • Victoria station: 0.3 mi
  • Royal Mews: 0.3 mi
  • St James's Park: 0.4 mi
  • Houses of Parliament: 0.4 mi
  • Cabinet War Rooms and Churchill Museum: 0.4 mi
  • Shakespeare's Globe: 0.5 mi
  • Big Ben: 0.6 mi
  • Piccadilly: 0.6 mi
  • Admiralty Arch: 0.7 mi
  • Hyde Park Corner: 0.7 mi
  • Tate Britain: 0.7 mi
  • Trafalgar Square: 0.7 mi
  • National Gallery: 0.8 mi
  • London Aquarium: 0.8 mi
  • National Portrait Gallery: 0.8 mi
  • London Eye: 0.8 mi
  • Piccadilly Theatre: 0.8 mi
  • Pimlico: 0.8 mi
  • Regent Street: 0.8 mi
  • Leicester Square: 0.9 mi
  • Charing Cross station: 0.9 mi
  • London Chinatown: 0.9 mi
  • Florence Nightingale Museum: 0.9 mi
  • Shaftesbury Avenue: 0.9 mi
  • Sloane Square: 0.9 mi
  • Vauxhall: 1 mi
  • Adelphi Theatre: 1 mi
  • Park Lane: 1 mi
  • Royal Festival Hall: 1 mi
  • Waterloo station: 1.1 mi
  • London Palladium: 1.1 mi
  • Hayward Gallery: 1.1 mi
  • Courtauld Gallery: 1.1 mi
  • Harrods: 1.1 mi
  • Oxford Circus: 1.1 mi
  • Royal Opera House: 1.1 mi
  • Oxford Street: 1.2 mi
  • Bond Street London: 1.2 mi
  • Soho: 1.2 mi
  • Transport Museum: 1.2 mi

Dining

Bistro 51
Serving only the very best international cuisine, using only the freshest ingredients, sourced as locally as possible. Choose from a leisurely lunch or decadent dinner
Quilon Restaurant
Quilon is sister restaurant to The Bombay Brasserie, Quilon serves Southwest coastal Indian cuisine from the Kerala region. Quilon was awarded its first Michelin Star for excellence with food and outstanding service in 2008 which has been retained till da
Bank Westminster
Bank Westminster serves modern twists on British classics. Bank Westminster lively conservatory overlooks the tranquil Victorian Courtyard at 51. The Bank philosophy concentrates on fresh, robust and creative dining. Zander Bar is a chic Evening Standard
The Hamptons Bar
The Hamptons bar is the perfect spot to unwind, offering an intimate and relaxing atmosphere. It is quintessentially English to enjoy an afternoon tea, cocktails or a light meal.
Zander Bar
The longest bar in London, is the perfect place to meet friends. The long, yet intimately designed bar is ideal for relaxing over a classic cocktail Please note the opening times vary Mon to Wed 12:00noon – 11:00pm Thur to Fri 12:00noon to 01:00am Sat 05

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
02:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

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Guest Reviews (24)

Ratings and reviews for Crowne Plaza LONDON - ST. JAMES

Overall score

4.4 / 5
24 out of 24
Amenities:
4.2
Room cleanliness:
4.5
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
4.3
Location:
4.5
Value:
4

96% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Crowne Plaza LONDON - ST. JAMES

Reviewer score

5
DRJGJ
North Beach, MD
Nov 6, 2012

Beautiful Hotel

From the moment we walked to the entrance of the Hotel until the moment we left, was an excellent experience. The "entire staff", from the Doorman, to the Head Manager, were kind, courteous, thoughtful, and very helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Crowne Plaza.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Buckingham Palace, the Queen's Guard a must see.

Review of Crowne Plaza LONDON - ST. JAMES

Reviewer score

4
DeeCee20
New York, USA
Sep 25, 2012

Fantastic Location in London

Second stay at this hotel. Location is phenomenal for visiting major London sites. Unfortunately, everything in London is expensive these days and this hotel is no exception. The room rate was not unreasonably expensive for a major metropolitan city, but breakfast, etc. were all quite costly (especially when you consider the British Pound to US Dollar values). Room was roomy and very clean located overlooking the lovely courtyard. Despite the expense of London, I would absolutely stay there again as many major London attractions are within walking distance.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Crowne Plaza LONDON - ST. JAMES

Reviewer score

4
pop pop k
wisconsin
Aug 19, 2012

great spot

Quiet, elegant yet centrally located.Very helpful concierge.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Crowne Plaza LONDON - ST. JAMES

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Southern California
Jun 28, 2011

Wonderful Time In London

This lovely hotel is a favorite of mine. The decor is warm and English, the staff are plentiful and happy, and the service is wonderful! We loved room service for breakfast. Access to the Internet in the Business Centre kept us connected to home and helped us with our daily itinerary.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

Primark on Oxford near Bond is a great place for kids in their teens to get some bargain clothing and accessories!

Review of Crowne Plaza LONDON - ST. JAMES

Reviewer score

5
Two satisfied seniors
Door County, Wisconsin
Jun 5, 2011

Elegance and a Palace Location

The Crowne Plaza Hotel London--St James was perfect in so many ways--located across the street from Buckingham Palace;we walked to the changing of the guard; had formal tea in the gardens on the premises; a baby grand piano in the lobby with music at night; walkable to many attractions; located close to the Big Red Bus Stops, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben. We took the river boat to see the crown jewels; great casual food service in the bar after sightseeing all day; comfortable beds; great service including concierge for tours and cabs; We loved the hotel, the elegance, the staff, but most of all--a great location!! Would definitely stay there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Buy a Red Bus--Hop on hop off tour from the concierge; you will get a real feeling for how to prioritize your time and choice of attractions very quickly

Review of Crowne Plaza LONDON - ST. JAMES

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
May 30, 2011

The crowne plaza is a top quallity

The crowne plaza is a top quallity hotel. situated very close to buckingham place, and westminster,room was clean and tidy, i can't coment on the breakfast as it was not included in the price charged when booking through hotel clubn and the cost was £20 per person which i thought was a bit expensive.but over all i would reconmend it to any onbody wanting a quiet , quality hotel

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Crowne Plaza LONDON - ST. JAMES

Reviewer score

5
Christopher
Not Provided
May 6, 2011

Nice hotel close to the tube and

Nice hotel close to the tube and Buckingham Palace. The use of a wireless hub in the room was nice too though internet was 9.99 per 24 hours

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Crowne Plaza LONDON - ST. JAMES

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Indianapolis, IN
Apr 7, 2011

London

Wonderful location. We could walk to Parliament Building, the Thames, and Buckingham Palace. Once we walked through the park to Trafalgar Square. We were treated with great deference and received useful info from the desk and the concierge. The room was comfortable and clean. We ate breakfast at the Italian restaurant across the street.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Italian restaurant across the street for English breakfast and many pubs within a few blocks for dinner.

Review of Crowne Plaza LONDON - ST. JAMES

Reviewer score

4
Jerro
Marioin, TX
Mar 22, 2011

Very Nice Hotel

Very nice room, lovely furnishings, very helpful staff. The only complaint would be the distance from the main elevator to the room. I counted 155 steps. The elevator closest to the room went down to the Spa and Courtyard and was extremely small. Otherwise, we all would definitely recommend this hotel to friends and family.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of Crowne Plaza LONDON - ST. JAMES

Reviewer score

2
Anonymous
austin texas
Nov 5, 2010

Better like getting up early

Not bad room , but everything had a charge. 9 pounds for internet wi-fi per day? And the room service starts at 7. The staff would drag around vacuums and carts and be slamming doors at that early hour meant we were never able to sleep in late, something you really want to do after clubbing in Soho.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
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