The Crown

Hotels
8.2 (1672 reviews)
16 High St , Amersham , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable atmosphere
Cons:
Dirty carpets
Overpriced
Slow service

Categories

Cleanliness
7.66
Dirty carpets and windows mentioned, lowering overall sentiment.
Service
9.13
Staff were described as very friendly and exceptionally helpful.
Location
9.17
Multiple reviews praise the location as excellent and convenient.
Room Quality
8.12
Rooms were praised but mentioned to be basic or needing updates.
Amenities
7.65
Limited amenities mentioned, with some complaints about breakfast and conditions.
Value for Money
7.61
Several reviews state that the hotel feels overpriced for the quality provided.
Food and Beverage
8.16
Food was generally good, but some complaints about breakfast quality.
Overall Experience
8.13
Mixed reviews, with many positive aspects but significant issues raised.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 12:24

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Nestled in Old Amersham, The Crown blends historic charm with modern comforts. The 16th-century coaching inn offers easy access to major motorways and boasts free parking and Wi-Fi for guests.

Unique Accommodations

Experience a stay like no other in the four-poster suite famously showcased in 'Four Weddings and a Funeral'. The Crown's traditional and modern bedrooms cater to every guest's preference, ensuring a comfortable and memorable visit.

Fine Dining and Relaxation

Indulge in a culinary delight at the award-winning Hawkyns Restaurant, adorned with AA rosettes for its exquisite offerings. After a satisfying meal, unwind with a refreshing drink in the inviting lounge and bar area.

Book your stay at The Crown today and immerse yourself in luxury and hospitality.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1672 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.66
Service: 9.13
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 8.12
Amenities: 7.65
Value for Money: 7.61
Food and Beverage: 8.16
Overall Experience: 8.13
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Abigail couple gb
9
Can’t wait to visit again!
Pros:

Quirky, comfortable bed and great shower. Unusual going up a few stairs for the bathroom but no issue. Super dog friendly and great food.

Cons:

Finding the car park was a bit of a challenge, and the lightbulb overhead in the room wasn’t working but there were side lights so it was fine.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Fred couple gb
7
Toch wel een beetje tegengevallen.
Pros:

Locatie en onbijt waren excellent. Staf is vriendelijk. Prachtig oud koetshuis. Helaas geen spoken gezien. :-)

Cons:

Via booking kom je in de main building. Onhandig met ons hondje. Oud gebouw en de vloeren kraken verschrikkelijk. Medelijden met de onderburen. Ook niet alles helemaal schoon bij aankomst.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Steve solo_traveller gb
4
Disappointed
Pros:

Not much really. We added a night prior to our Booking.com reservation as our travel plans changed. Person I spoke to in order to arrange this was helpful.

Cons:

On arrival we were shown to room 7, which was awful. The strong smell of 'wet dog' hit us as we entered. The rug on the floor was very grubby and the whole impression was that the room was down at heel. We went to reception and complained to the receptionist. He apologised and found us an alternative room, number 4. This was better but well below what we are used to. The bed was comfortable, and the rug was in better shape than in room 7. The matting in the shower looked grubby and well used. The whole feeling in the inn was that it had seen better days. Overall we couldn't get out quickly enough. Breakfast was reasonable. We didn't stay the second night despite having paid. Makes us wary of booking via Booking.com in the future. Just to clarify, we did have our small Chihuahua dog with us and had requested a dog friendly room. We have stayed in many such rooms in past years and have never experienced any evidence of dogs using the rooms. Certainly no smell like we experienced here. Such a shame.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Cyril solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Betley solo_traveller gb
7
Nice pub, comfy bed, great breakfast, not designed to be quiet in the main building!
Pros:

Really comfortable bed and excellent scrambled eggs at breakfast! The staff were all very pleasant and cheerful.

Cons:

I asked for a quiet room which I got… until a delivery or similar took place at 5.30am outside the hotel, people banging and chatting for a good half an hour, after which it seemed that everyone in the wing was awake and also banging around. Old building = wood floors and heavy doors - not quiet! Would stay again, but probably as far away from the main building as possible.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Richard couple gb
3
Very disappointing
Pros:

Location and car park.

Cons:

The room in the Bailey extension was tiny and stuffy, no chairs except one at the desk, no wardrobe, a broken toilet seat and a ridiculous closer on the bathroom door that was too strong for my 81 year old wife to manage.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Susan couple je
8
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

Everything great. Could not fault anything. Staff, facilities, breakfast, all wonderful.

Cons:

nothing.

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Jim extended_group gb
4
Have stayed regularly at The Crown and Kings Arms, staff are always helpful, just room was disappointing.
Pros:

Convenient

Cons:

Room was rather tired and featureless.

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Bharadwaj Raghavendran solo_traveller xx
9
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Sarah solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Very comfortable beds and wonderful location.

Cons:

Restaurant was very understaffed at breakfast and we had a disappointing experience with lunch, where our food took 40 minutes to arrive despite having pre ordered and booked.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Richard extended_group gb
6
Great location but the staff need to at least appear hospitable, even if that’s not what they’re feeling
Pros:

The location and the decor

Cons:

At breakfast it seemed to be understaffed and one of the male staff members had a very officious manner, to the point that we were reluctant to engage with him or ask for anything.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Tearle couple gb
5
It was fine but it could have been better.
Pros:

Where it is. The location was great.

Cons:

Our first room smelt strongly of dog and some of the decor is a little tired. We were moved to another room and the radiator wouldn’t turn off. The air con unit didn’t function properly and we were above the kitchen so things were noisy in the morning.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Louise family_with_children gb
1
Do not recommend the staff are beyond rude
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Staff - attitude, poor service and over charged and rude

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
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Chris solo_traveller gb
8
2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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Duncan couple gb
9
Switching rooms was fun, but staff were really good.
Pros:

Well, we have a problem with our original room - there was a nail sticking up in the floor. Someone tried to fix it but failed so they moved us to a suite at no extra charge and with no hassle. Unfortunately the heating in the suite didn't work, so they put in an oil-filled radiator (only one bit of it worked) and the coffee machine had a leak. They tried, but failed, to fix the heating so again offered to move us to a different room. Yes, it was a pain that there were problems, but the staff responded to them really well. Breakfast was good and both rooms were comfortable. The suite had LOADS of room and even had a bath in the main room. (Also had a shower in the bathroom). Parking was OK.

Cons:

Could have had better access to maintenance staff.

2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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Niki couple gb
8
2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Sally solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Lovely location on high street, in historic building.

Cons:

I was in room 4 above reception it is an old building with wooden floors and sound travels. I found it noisy in the evenng and early morning I needed ear plugs.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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marc solo_traveller gb
9
2026-04-15 via Nuitee