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The James Hotels

Sonesta's upper-upscale lifestyle brand, relaunched in 2023, with timeless design, local character and destination restaurants, starting from The James New York NoMad.

  • Sonesta International HotelsHotel group
  • Upper upscaleTier
  • 2023Launched
  • United StatesOrigin

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About The James

The James is an upper-upscale lifestyle brand that Sonesta reintroduced in 2023 for top city and resort destinations. Its hotels pair timeless design and local character with destination restaurants and cocktail bars, under the tagline ‘Right on Timeless’.

What to expect

Stylish city hotels where each restaurant is run with a partner restaurateur. The James New York NoMad, home to Scarpetta restaurant, is the brand’s prototype.

Who it suits

Couples and business travellers who want a polished, social city hotel.

Booking tips

  • Sonesta Travel Pass members can earn and use points at participating hotels, usually on eligible rates booked directly.
  • The James is still building its portfolio, so check which hotels are open under the name before you book.

What The James is known for

  • Relaunched by Sonesta in 2023
  • 'Right on Timeless'
  • Destination restaurants

Style of hotels

  • Lifestyle & design

Good for

  • Couples
  • Business travel
  • Luxury stays

Where to find The James

The James hotels are found mainly in: United States.

  • New York NoMad

Signature hotels

  • The James New York NoMadNew York

Sonesta Travel Pass: The James loyalty programme

Stays at The James hotels count towards Sonesta Travel Pass. Members can earn points on eligible stays across the group's brands and redeem them for free nights. Points and member rates usually apply only to bookings made directly or on qualifying rates.

The James: Frequently Asked Questions

01Who owns The James?

The James is part of Sonesta International Hotels. Sonesta, based in Newton, Massachusetts, traces its roots to 1937; the name joins founder Sonny Sonnabend's nickname with his wife Esther's name.

02Is The James a luxury brand?

The James sits in the upper upscale segment of the hotel market.

03Which loyalty programme does The James use?

Stays at The James hotels can earn and use points in Sonesta Travel Pass when you book in a way that qualifies, usually directly with the brand or through an eligible rate.

04How do I find cheap The James hotels?

Search your destination and dates on HotelSelects Deals, then compare the rates shown. Booking a few weeks ahead for busy dates, staying flexible by a day and choosing refundable rates you can rebook all help you find a better price.

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