Sir Christopher Wren Hotel

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8.5 (2443 reviews)
Thames Street , Windsor , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Friendly staff
Breakfast variety
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room comfort
Restaurant atmosphere

Categories

Cleanliness
7.71
Some reviews suggested issues with cleanliness and older facilities.
Service
9.18
Staff were described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.22
Excellent location near Windsor Castle.
Room Quality
7.67
Issues with room heat and comfort mentioned in reviews.
Amenities
8.7
Average amenities in line with historic building standards.
Value for Money
8.66
Good value for the location and overall experience.
Food and Beverage
8.21
Generally good breakfast with some minor complaints.
Overall Experience
8.68
Overall positive experience with a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 14:43

Property Description

Historic Location and Setting
This 17th-century hotel nestled between the banks of the River Thames and Windsor Castle offers a unique blend of history and luxury.

Luxurious Rooms and Amenities
Individually decorated in a modern style, the air-conditioned rooms feature free Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, and scenic views of the River Thames.

Award-Winning Dining Experience
Enjoy a culinary delight at The Brasserie at Sir Christopher Wren, renowned for its modern European cuisine and picturesque river views.

Experience the charm of Windsor with the hotel's proximity to historic landmarks and vibrant dining options. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway at this enchanting riverside retreat.

Important information:

If you have reserved a rate that requires a deposit, for your security, the credit card used for pre-payment must be presented at check in. If the guest does not have access to the credit card, they must be able to provide an official form of photo I.D. i.e. Passport or photo driving license, a copy of which will be retained by the hotel.

Offsite parking is available just a short walk away with an overnight charge or GBP 15 per car per night. Please note it is essential that guests call in advance to secure their post. If guests have not booked a parking space, the hotel recommends the car park at the Riverside Train Station, a couple of minutes walk away.

Please be aware that prices are dynamic and subject to fluctuation, they may increase or decrease at any time without prior notice. Please check for the most current pricing before making any purchasing decisions as rates cannot be amended once a booking is confirmed.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 15 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 13 years old to 17 years old stay for £40 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 13 years old to 17 years old stay for £40 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 2443 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.71
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 7.67
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 8.21
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Darker • couple • gb
4
Pros:

The kitchen was great. Food was very good.

Cons:

Sitting outside having to get your own drinks. Why couldn't they at least clear tables. The stairs were awful. The room even with fans was ridiculously warm.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Ludmila • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

Saubere Zimmer, Zentrale Hotellage

Cons:

Wurden vor Ankommen per multiple Mails genötigt den Parkplatz für 15 £ pro Nacht zu reservieren, haben aber an der gleichen Parkfläche (alle Parkplätze gehören zum Bahnhof) für 8,33 £ selber geparkt.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • us
9
Great place and location to tour Windsor and Eaton
Pros:

The basic room was excellent. Arrived early but the staff took our bags and were in our room at check-in.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • solo_traveller • gb
7
You or been nice if the outside was made nicer rather then cheap furniture and no one would come out to serve you . Thin
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Reception didn’t seem very welcoming nor did they smile and made me feel that welcome

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Kimberly • extended_group • us
2
Horrible service from front desk staff - and rooms that were supposed to have a/c did not.
Pros:

The view is very nice

Cons:

I had a group of 9 rooms. We paid the same price for the rooms, but several had no air conditioning on the hottest day in history for May in England. The staff was incredibly rude in trying to "help" us with this issue. I don't understand why some people would be put in rooms with a/c while others were not. I should add the Booking.com listing for the rooms stated they had a/c. It would be helpful if you could ensure the rooms we book through you have a/c.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Maurice • family_with_children • gb
7
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
• family_with_children • gb
10
Beautiful hotel
Pros:

Beautiful property, perfect setting

Cons:

The only downside is a walk from the car to the hotel (5mins). Travelling with a toddler on my own but the staff were very helpful looking after my bags so I didn’t need to carry them back in my own with a toddler.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • gb
6
Comfortable but communication was frustrating.
Pros:

Public spaces were nice and river frontage lovely. Room very clean and comfortable. Serving staff at breakfast were lovely.

Cons:

Room a long walk up many stairs. Unsure if there was a lift - didnt see one and this wasn't mentioned. Low ceilings over window annoying and lack of surfaces in the bathroom disappointing and also annoying. When making the booking i booked (or thought I did) parking at £15. I rang to check this the day before arriving as could find no confirmation and was told thee was no availability. Yet my brother had booked parking the day before successfully which made no sense. PArking was not available through the hotel and we made our own arrangements. The girl I spoke to was helpful in trying to resolve but unable to do so. When booking I also contacted the hotel to explain i was attending a wedding at 2pm and asked for early check in if possible - it wasnt without paying £50 so i asked if I could levae our bags at reception due to timing of the function - I was told they could be left for 1-2 hours . This would have meant I needed to return from the wedding to move the bags from reception to the room - I would have expected this service would be offered by the hotel. Once I asked them in person they confirmed this was no problem - but more proactive and considered communication would have been more impressive and much more helpful.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Luka • couple • gb
9
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
7
A little disappointing when it should have been all top notch for the price
Pros:

Location - breakfast- room- cleanliness all good as expected for the price

Cons:

Staff unsupervised and generally miserable. Did not clear loads of used glasses from the terrace - no clear and clean tables. Car parking terrible - spaces far too small - we couldn’t get out of our car when parked as the spaces were so tight. Had to park elsewhere

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Gemma • couple • gb
5
Slightly disappointing & not worth the money we paid
Pros:

Breakfast & bar was nice & had a lot of choice

Cons:

We was disappointed that the car park wasn’t actually on site. I was very disappointed that our room wasn’t actually in the main hotel but was over the side side of a very public walk way & that anyone from the street could just walk straight up the stair to our room, which was very unsettling. The room its self was nice.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Chris • extended_group • us
8
Good but costly
Pros:

Breakfast was good

Cons:

Shower was a puzzle

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Debra • solo_traveller • au
10
Beautiful location
Pros:

Everything in the hotel was superb

Cons:

Staff on reception not very friendly at all

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
3
Pros:

The location was nice

Cons:

3 flights of stairs to get to our room. With no lifts our room resembled an attic

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Angie • couple • au
8
Pros:

Historic hotel on the Thames

Cons:

Too many stairs for us older persons
The high tea was disappointing

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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barbara ann • solo_traveller • gb
10
Sir Christopher was brilliant.
Pros:

The location. The staff. The food. The outside terrace.

Cons:

Tap over sink was very stiff.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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christina • couple • gb
9
Very enjoyed
Pros:

Spacious well kept clean comftable

Cons:

Having to go outside to breakfast

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Gill • solo_traveller • gb
8
Comfortable
Pros:

Basic room but comfortable Food lovely
Earlier times for breakfast would have been better
Hot chocolate would have been a nice option at breakfast

Cons:

Lots of stairs to room. Already mentioned
Breakfast to times

Not being early in enough no more to say ………

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Dean • couple • gb
10
Brilliant
Pros:

Everything about this hotel was perfect for our stay, breakfast was amazing

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee