The Bell by Innkeeper's Collection

Hotels
8.4 (758 reviews)
The Bell, London Road , Aston Clinton , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise problems
Staffing shortages during peak times

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
Some guests mentioned issues such as dim lighting and frost glass windows that detracted from the experience.
Service
8.65
The staff were friendly and accommodating overall, though there were some delays noted during busy times.
Location
9.15
Multiple reviews praised the hotel's great location and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
8.15
Rooms were generally described as comfortable, though some mentioned creaky floors and cramped quarters.
Amenities
8.15
Basic amenities were available but some felt improvements could be made like better wifi and additional comfortable furnishings.
Value for Money
7.65
A few guests felt the rates were high considering the listed issues, impacting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.15
Excellent reviews regarding food quality and variety; guests were generally pleased.
Overall Experience
8.65
Most guests expressed a positive experience overall, though some issues were noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 20:16

Property Description

Historic Charm and Celebrity Guests

Set in a beautifully restored 17th-century inn, The Bell, Aylesbury East by Innkeeper’s Collection boasts a rich history, having hosted famous guests like Jackie Kennedy and Elizabeth Taylor. The property offers spacious and stylish rooms, some featuring charming beamed ceilings.

Delightful Dining and Relaxation

Guests can indulge in seasonal dishes and speciality drinks at The Bell restaurant and bar. Enjoy the cozy ambiance by the log fire during colder months or have a leisurely lunch on the outdoor seating area. Each room comes with free toiletries, a TV, and tea/coffee facilities for added comfort.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Conveniently located near Chiltern Forest and Go Ape adventure course, the hotel also provides free parking. Explore the area, including the Roald Dahl Museum, just a short drive away.

Book your stay at The Bell for a memorable experience!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 758 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 8.65
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 7.65
Food and Beverage: 9.15
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Lynne • couple • gb
9
Location good for us, accommodation comfortable and the food excellent
Pros:

Beautiful old building

Cons:

Gardens needed some tlc

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
9
Good food, spacious and comfortable room, full of character.
Pros:

Lovely character, great breakfast, comfortable bed, lovely and big toom.

Cons:

Stair carpets a bit tired. Some of the wall art not our taste.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Paddy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Excellent location.Friendly and attentive staff.Well kept,extremely clean and comfortable bedroom.Excellent breakfast served promptly from order.

Cons:

There was nothing about my stay at The Bell to dislike

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Maren • family_with_children • de
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • gb
8
A lovely place to stay, wish I’d could’ve stayed longer!
Pros:

Ideal location for my trip
Spacious room & en suite

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • couple • gb
10
We had a lovely stay at the hotel, we had a terrific room and there was even a powerful fan to help during the heatwave.
Pros:

Beautiful pub and lovely spacious bedrooms.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Federico S. • solo_traveller • it
7
Accendiamo qualche luce.
Pros:

Esterno da Favola, struttura bellissima. Ottimo bar e colazione. Bellissima la sala bar e l'ingresso. Letto comodissimo

Cons:

Camera buia, un po antiquata e trascurata nel tempo.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Ron • couple • ca
8
As above
Pros:

Meals-brkft., dinner were very good. Quality food and preparation.
Big rooms available.
Nice garden/seating area
Bed was good
Staff were friendly

Cons:

Lighting in room was odd! It didn’t light up the room very well(a style thing)
No A/C. Temps were hot so room was also despite having two French doors. Made sleeping difficult, even with a fan at full speed.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely spacious room. Very clean.
Food was very good and served in a reasonable time.
Staff were delightful

Cons:

I liked everything

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • gb
9
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Lamb • couple • gb
8
We enjoyed our stay and would love to come back (preferably when not so hot)
Pros:

it was extremely hot, we were very lucky to have room 3 which had french doors on 2 sides. Bathroom was great, shower pressure great. Lovely shampoo/shower gel and soap. Great decoration throughout. Breakfast we ordered was delicious. Staff were very helpful and cheerful.

Cons:

Air con would have been lovely. May be great in the future.
We were told breakfast was till 9.30 but was being put away at around 9.10. Poor choice of cereal.
On one of our 4 day stay the bins were not emptied which may be why there were some ants. This may be due to the sweet drinks and treats we had because of the heat.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Carl • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The staff were pleasant ,and Helpfull.
(I was annoyed and frustrated ,over confusion of paying for the two rooms i booked,for myself and daughter/Grandaughter.
I have ended up with two different named invoices,both should have been un my name)

Cons:

Paymentvand invoice has above,and flaking Artex ceilings above the bed health and saftey concern only

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Sean • couple • gb
8
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Sean • extended_group • gb
8
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Martine • couple • gb
7
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Grace • family_with_children • gb
9
Suited our purposes - wedding venue of niece was at Wendover
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Room seemed dark when we arrived but next day when we pulled curtains apart and sun streamed in it was fine . Dark because lights were dim and wallpaper also dark … deep green etc

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Agnieszka • couple • gb
8
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Allen • couple • gb
4
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • couple • gb
7
Good value stay in nice location
Pros:

Lovely decor and big comfortable room. Nice big beer garden to sit in. Delicious food

Cons:

Only one chair in room. No proper coffee available at breakfast, only filter

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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paul • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee