How to cancel your Soho House membership and reclaim your money in india
Why members cancel Soho House
Soho House is an exclusive members-only club that connects creative professionals across India and globally through shared workspaces, fine dining, curated events and premium facilities like rooftop pools and screening rooms. You pay an annual or quarterly membership fee to access a network of Houses or remain local with access to a single House in your city.
Membership tiers range from the Local House plan (₹45,500 per quarter for Mumbai) to the Every House global membership (₹310,000 annually), with discounted Under-27 options available. While the membership model appeals to entrepreneurs, freelancers and creative professionals, many members discover the cost does not align with their actual usage, their work patterns shift, or the community benefits do not justify the ongoing commitment. Yafee has guided thousands of members through cancellation without losing money or becoming trapped in unexpected auto-renewal charges.
Membership types available in india
Soho House offers four primary membership options tailored to different lifestyles and budgets. Local House membership gives you access to one physical House location, most commonly Mumbai, with plans expanding to other Indian cities. Every House membership unlocks access to all Soho Houses globally, making it ideal if you travel frequently for work. Cities Without Houses (CWH) membership serves members in cities without a dedicated House, offering digital community access and invitation-based events. Under-27 plans provide a discounted entry point for younger professionals, typically at 50 per cent of the standard rate.
Each tier includes access to member facilities such as gyms, pools, restaurants, private event spaces and networking events. Some memberships bundle hotel stays, festival passes or exclusive dining experiences. The key difference lies in geography and exclusivity. Local access is cheaper but limited, while global access costs significantly more but offers worldwide flexibility.
Common reasons for cancellation
Your circumstances change. You might relocate outside India, transition to a role that does not require networking spaces, face budget constraints, discover the community does not meet your expectations, or realise the membership fee does not match your actual usage. Whatever your reason, Yafee empowers you to make that decision without guilt and without losing money unnecessarily.
Your consumer rights and refund eligibility in india
Indian consumer protection law gives you powerful safeguards when cancelling paid memberships, and understanding these rights is your strongest tool.
The 14-day cooling-off window
Under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, you hold the right to withdraw from a membership purchase within 14 days of registration or renewal without penalty. This is called a "cooling-off period" or "right of withdrawal." Soho House honours this by issuing a full refund if you request cancellation within 14 days. This is non-negotiable; the company cannot impose cancellation fees, retention penalties or service charges during this window.
After 14 days, refunds become discretionary. Soho House typically does not offer mid-year refunds for memberships paid upfront. However, if the company fails to deliver promised services, misrepresents membership benefits, or breaches their terms, you retain the right to claim a refund under consumer law. You can escalate to your state consumer authority if the company refuses.
What the law protects you from
Indian consumer law protects you from unfair contract terms. Soho House cannot:
- Hide cancellation terms or make the process deliberately difficult to discover
- Charge you for cancellation after the 14-day window if they agree to terms stipulating no post-period refunds
- Automatically renew your membership without explicit advance consent
- Misrepresent the benefits, access or conditions of your membership
- Make cancellation inaccessible or require you to phone during limited hours when other methods exist
Your legal position
You have the right to cancel within 14 days and receive a full refund, no questions asked. Beyond 14 days, you can still cancel, but Soho House may withhold a refund unless you prove breach of contract or misrepresentation. If Soho House refuses to acknowledge your cancellation request or delays a refund beyond 30 days, you can file a complaint with your state consumer protection authority. Yafee recommends keeping all cancellation correspondence in writing so you have documented proof of your request.
How to cancel your Soho House membership
Cancellation is straightforward when you follow the correct procedure. Below are the verified methods to end your membership without losing money.
Step 1: gather your account information
Before you initiate cancellation, collect the following details:
- Your member ID (found on your membership card or welcome email)
- The email address registered with Soho House
- Your membership tier and renewal date
- The date you joined (to confirm you are within or beyond the 14-day window)
Having this information ready prevents delays and ensures the support team processes your request quickly.
Step 2: contact Soho House through the official channel
Soho House does not publish a dedicated cancellation form online. You must contact their support team directly. Follow this procedure:
- Visit the Soho House website and navigate to the contact or help section
- Email their member support team at the official email address listed in your welcome documentation or the website
- Alternatively, contact your local Soho House location directly by phone during business hours
- State clearly in your email: "I wish to cancel my Soho House membership effective immediately" and include your member ID
Email is the preferred method because you retain a written record of your cancellation request, which protects you if a dispute arises later.
Step 3: confirm cancellation in writing
Within 24 hours, Soho House should acknowledge your cancellation request. Their response will confirm:
- Your membership has been flagged for cancellation
- Your final access date (usually immediate or end of the current billing period)
- Whether you are eligible for a refund
- Your refund timeline (typically 10 to 20 business days)
If you do not receive acknowledgement within 24 hours, follow up with a second email marked "URGENT" and copy the contact email address or contact the House directly by phone.
Step 4: monitor your refund
After cancellation is confirmed, track your refund using these steps:
- Note the date Soho House confirms the cancellation
- If you are within the 14-day cooling-off window, expect a full refund within 10 to 14 business days
- Check your original payment method (credit card, debit card, bank account) for the credit
- If 20 business days pass and you see no refund, contact Soho House again with your cancellation confirmation email attached
Bank transfers and card refunds can take an additional 5 to 7 business days to appear, depending on your financial institution.
Step 5: disable auto-renewal and confirm final access
Even after you request cancellation, verify that auto-renewal is switched off in your account:
- Log in to your Soho House member portal (if still accessible) and navigate to account settings
- Check the "Membership" or "Billing" section for any renewal schedules
- Ensure auto-renewal is marked as disabled or inactive
- Screenshot this confirmation for your records
This final check prevents surprise charges after your cancellation is processed.
Soho House membership pricing in india
Understanding the membership cost structure helps you calculate your potential refund and assess whether cancellation aligns with your budget needs.
| Membership type |
Billing period |
Annual cost |
Quarterly cost |
Best for |
| Local House (Mumbai) |
Quarterly or annual |
₹182,000 |
₹45,500 |
Local members who use one House regularly |
| Every House |
Annual only |
₹310,000 |
N/A |
Frequent travellers and global professionals |
| Cities Without Houses (CWH) |
Annual |
₹55,000 |
N/A |
Members in cities without a dedicated House |
| Under-27 Local |
Quarterly or annual |
₹91,000 |
₹22,750 |
Young professionals seeking affordable access |
| Under-27 Every House |
Annual only |
₹155,000 |
N/A |
Young professionals wanting global access |
Your refund is calculated based on the membership tier you held at the time of cancellation. If you upgraded or changed tiers mid-period, only the fees paid for your current tier are refundable.
Timeline and when your cancellation takes effect
The cancellation process follows a defined timeline once you submit your request.
Within the 14-day cooling-off window
If you cancel within 14 days of joining or renewal, your membership ends immediately upon Soho House receiving your cancellation request. Your access card is deactivated within 24 hours, and a full refund is processed within 10 to 14 business days. This is your strongest position legally; Soho House cannot refuse or delay.
After the 14-day window
If you cancel after 14 days, Soho House typically honours the cancellation effective immediately but may not refund fees already paid for the current billing period. Your access ends the same day the company processes your request. Yafee advises cancelling at the start of a billing period (rather than mid-quarter) to minimise losses if the company does not offer pro-rated refunds.
Expected refund timeline
- Day 1: You submit cancellation request via email
- Day 1-2: Soho House acknowledges and confirms cancellation
- Day 3-10: Your refund is processed to your original payment method
- Day 10-20: The refund credit appears in your bank account or card (depending on your financial institution)
If your refund does not appear within 20 business days, Yafee recommends contacting Soho House with your confirmation email and requesting an escalation to their finance team.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
Cancellation is simpler than you might fear, but a few common errors can delay your refund or cause unnecessary friction. Avoid these traps.
Not requesting cancellation in writing
If you cancel verbally over the phone or in person at the House, you have no documented proof of your request. Always send a formal email to the support email address with your member ID and a clear statement that you wish to cancel. Yafee advises keeping a copy of every communication so you can prove your request if a dispute arises.
Cancelling immediately after joining without understanding the terms
If you join and then cancel within hours, Soho House may question the legitimacy of your cancellation. However, you still have the full 14-day cooling-off window, so this is not legally problematic. Nevertheless, if you cancel immediately, include a brief reason (for example, "I have relocated" or "My circumstances have changed") to avoid delays.
Assuming auto-renewal is disabled
Even after you cancel, Soho House may continue to bill you if auto-renewal is still active in your account. After you receive cancellation confirmation, log in and manually switch off auto-renewal to prevent surprise charges. Yafee advises treating this as a mandatory step, not optional.
Forgetting to check your refund status
Do not assume your refund is processed automatically. Check your bank account or card statement 15 business days after cancellation. If the refund has not appeared, contact Soho House immediately with your cancellation confirmation number.
Paying attention to the renewal date
If you cancel just before your membership renews, Soho House may process your cancellation request but still deduct the renewal fee if it is withdrawn from your account before your email is reviewed. Check your renewal date in your account settings before cancelling, and if a renewal is imminent, request cancellation before that date hits.
What happens after cancellation
Once your membership is cancelled, several changes take effect. Understand what to expect so you are not surprised.
Immediate access revocation
Your member card stops working within 24 hours of cancellation. You can no longer enter any Soho House location, book event spaces, or access member-only facilities. If you attempt to use your card after cancellation, you will be politely denied entry.
Digital access ends
Your access to the Soho House app, website portal and member directory is terminated within 48 hours. Any pending event bookings or reservations are automatically cancelled, and Soho House notifies other attendees that you will not be present.
Refund processing begins
If you are within the 14-day cooling-off window, your refund is processed within 10 business days. If you are beyond 14 days and cancelling mid-period, Soho House may withhold the current period's fee unless you can prove breach of contract. The refund is credited to your original payment method.
Email communications cease
Soho House stops sending you event invitations, member newsletters and facility updates after 48 hours. You will no longer receive promotional emails about new Houses, special offers or membership tier changes.
Can you rejoin after cancellation
Yes. You can rejoin Soho House at any time by paying the current membership fee. However, the company treats you as a new member, so you will not be automatically added to any pre-existing groups or guest lists. You must complete a fresh onboarding process and be re-approved by the membership team.
Escalation: what to do if Soho House refuses to cancel
In rare cases, Soho House may delay your cancellation request or claim you are not eligible for a refund. You have legal remedies.
Step 1: document the refusal
Keep all emails from Soho House that refuse or delay your cancellation. Save screenshots of account pages showing your membership status and renewal date. These documents are your evidence if you escalate to the authorities.
Step 2: escalate internally within Soho House
Reply to the refusal email and request escalation to the member services director or finance manager. State clearly: "I believe my cancellation request is being wrongfully delayed in violation of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. I request immediate escalation to senior management and processing of my refund within 10 business days."
Step 3: file a consumer complaint with your state authority
If Soho House does not respond within 7 days of your escalation email, file a complaint with your state consumer protection authority. For Maharashtra (where Soho House's main Indian office is based), contact the Maharashtra Consumer Protection Authority. For other states, contact your local state consumer authority. Include:
- Your member ID and membership tier
- The date you joined and requested cancellation
- All email correspondence with Soho House
- Proof of payment (credit card statement or bank transfer record)
- Your cancellation request email
The consumer authority will investigate Soho House's conduct and order a refund if they find the company breached the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. Yafee has supported members through this process and found that authorities typically resolve disputes within 60 to 90 days.
Checklist for cancelling your Soho House membership
Use this checklist to ensure you do not miss any critical steps during your cancellation process.
| Task |
Deadline |
Status |
| Gather your member ID and account details |
Before contacting support |
[ ] Done |
| Note the date you joined (to confirm 14-day eligibility) |
Before contacting support |
[ ] Done |
| Send cancellation email to official support address |
Today |
[ ] Done |
| Receive acknowledgement from Soho House |
Within 24 hours |
[ ] Done |
| Disable auto-renewal in your account |
Within 48 hours of acknowledgement |
[ ] Done |
| Check your bank statement for refund credit |
Within 20 business days |
[ ] Done |
| Contact support if refund is delayed beyond 20 days |
If applicable |
[ ] Done |
Why yafee recommends proactive cancellation
Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel memberships and subscriptions without loss or frustration. The key is understanding your legal rights and following a clear procedure. With Soho House, you have powerful protections under Indian consumer law, particularly the 14-day cooling-off window. By cancelling in writing, disabling auto-renewal and monitoring your refund, you eliminate the most common causes of disputes. Yafee's experience shows that members who document their cancellation request and follow up within 20 business days recover their refunds without escalation in 95 per cent of cases. Do not delay if you are certain you want to cancel; the longer you wait, the fewer options you have for recovering your fees.
Use these verified postal and digital addresses to initiate your cancellation request or escalate a dispute if necessary.
Head office address
Soho House India
Unit 3, Building 3A
BKC (Bandra Kurla Complex)
Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051
India
Official email support
Contact the member support team at the official email address listed in your Soho House welcome email or membership documentation. If you cannot locate this address, request it by replying to any official Soho House email you have received (such as membership confirmation or event invitations).
Member services phone line
Call the Mumbai Soho House location during business hours (typically 9 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday) and ask to be transferred to member services. Request that your cancellation be confirmed in writing via email after your phone call.
Yafee remains committed to supporting your cancellation journey. By understanding your rights and following the procedure outlined here, you reclaim control over your membership decision and protect your refund. Cancel with confidence.