St. Ermin's Hotel, Autograph Collection — London
Marriott Bonvoy · Autograph CollectionUpdated reviewed 2026-06-30 · cash rates + editorialLondon, United Kingdom

St. Ermin's Hotel, Autograph Collection London

St. Ermin’s Hotel, Autograph Collection is a four-star historic property in Westminster set in a quiet courtyard near St James’s Park Underground station. It occupies a Grade II-listed late-Victorian building with ties to British intelligence history and offers 331 rooms plus family-oriented features.

Grade II-listed late-Victorian building with British intelligence history including the Special Operations ExecutiveTree-lined courtyard entrance and ornate libraryCaxton Grill restaurant plus Caxton Bar and Terrace with daily wine hourBee terrace and Secret Agent family activities331 rooms with marble bathrooms and 24-hour gymTwo-minute walk to St James’s Park station and proximity to Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey
Booking this stay

Bookable with Marriott Bonvoy points. Award pricing varies by date and category, so we link straight to the official Marriott Bonvoy award chart for current rates rather than publishing a number that can go stale. Cash rates below are our own observed rack rates, not what the program charges in points.

The verdict

St. Ermin’s Hotel, Autograph Collection is a four-star historic property in Westminster set in a quiet courtyard near St James’s Park Underground station. It occupies a Grade II-listed late-Victorian building with ties to British intelligence history and offers 331 rooms plus family-oriented features.

Platinum breakfast benefit
No · Breakfast benefit for Platinum+ members.
Suite night awards
No · Suite Night Awards accepted at this property.
Free Wi-Fi for members
No · Complimentary internet where offered for members.
About the property

What makes St. Ermin's Hotel, Autograph Collection worth the points.

The hotel stands at 2 Caxton Street in London’s governmental district, steps from Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and the Houses of Parliament. Its late-Victorian architecture includes an elaborate Baroque staircase, rococo plasterwork, and a tree-lined courtyard entrance that creates a secluded feel amid central London. The property participates in the Autograph Collection and Marriott Bonvoy, providing character-rich accommodations with contemporary amenities such as marble bathrooms, LED TVs, and coffee facilities. Public spaces feature an ornate lobby lounge, a library, and the Caxton Grill serving modern European dishes alongside the Caxton Bar and Terrace for afternoon tea and drinks. A daily wine hour is offered on the patio. Family activities include a Secret Agent mission and the bee terrace with urban hives. A 24-hour gym and 15 meeting rooms support both leisure and business guests. The location provides a two-minute walk to St James’s Park station and short walks to major sights, with free Wi-Fi and concierge services available.

Timing

When to go.

Live · you're in July
Best time
Mar–May, Sep–Oct

Mild temperatures, relatively low rainfall, fewer crowds, better award availability, and lower prices during spring and early autumn off-season periods.

Avoid
Jun–Aug, Dec

Peak season brings significantly higher hotel and flight prices and heavy crowds, including Wimbledon and school holidays; December holiday events also push room rates up despite cool, wet winter conditions.

From our review

A few more timing notes.

Central Westminster location supports year-round access to major landmarks and transport links.
The quiet courtyard setting offers a consistent retreat regardless of seasonal tourist volumes.
Business and conference facilities remain available throughout the year.
Family activities such as the bee terrace can be enjoyed in milder months when outdoor seating is used.
Fine print
  • · On-site parking is available for a fee.
  • · No swimming pool or full spa is offered on the property.
  • · Accessible room types are available; contact the hotel for specific details.
  • · Daily wine hour and other amenities are subject to change.
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Data freshness
  • // editorial last reviewed 2026-06-30
  • // award pricing: see official Marriott Bonvoy award chart
  • // source: www.marriott.com

Cash rates are re-checked by hand; live award pricing comes straight from the program rather than a number we publish here — see methodology.