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£79—Historic inn near the Thames, save £93
The Olde Bell
Why We Love This Deal
The Olde Bell first opened its doors in 1135 for visitors to the nearby Benedictine Priory. Over the years the inn has hosted Winston Churchill, Dwight D Eisenhower, Elizabeth Taylor, and Cary Grant. Overnight stays are £79 for Travelzoo members, saving 43–55% on the direct price.
What's Included
- Valid until 31 May, 2026
- £69... Sunday
- £79... Monday–Friday
- £89... Saturday
- Overnight accommodation in a Superior Double room, with full English breakfast, for two
- A bottle of prosecco on arrival (worth £40)
- Late checkout until 12:30pm
- It's £145 for a 2-night stay and £215 for a 3-night stay
- It's an extra £15 per night to stay in a Deluxe Double room, or an extra £30 per night to stay in a Luxury room
- This is a non-refundable rate. Cancellations are not permitted
Enjoyed This
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"Friendly staff with sense of humour. Lots of smiles and helpful."
P
31 Dec, 2025 - Hayling Island, UK
Why We Love This Hotel
- Parts of The Olde Bell date back to the 1130s. This makes it possibly the oldest inn in England, and among the oldest in the world. Its sanctus bell signalled to the monks that an important visitor had arrived. It still hangs over the door.
- The restaurant serves dishes made with produce grown in the inn's own kitchen garden.
- Superior rooms are in the historic inn building or in the Malt House. Deluxe rooms are larger and are set within the Brick Barn. Luxury rooms are in the Main Inn or Malt House and each have a claw-foot bath tub.
- The property is in the picturesque village of Hurley, close to the River Thames. "There isn't a prettier village on this graceful stretch of the Thames," says The Times.
- Marlow is a charming town known for high-end restaurants and celebrity residents. It is an hour's walk away, most of it along the river.
Amenities
General
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tennis court
- Pet-friendly
- 100% smoke-free
- No elevator / lift
Services
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Airport transfer (fees apply)
Room amenities
- Central heating
- Coffee- / tea-making facilities
- Iron and ironing board
- Outdoor space (in some rooms)
- TV
Internet
- Wi-Fi throughout (complimentary)
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Hair-dryer
- Separate shower
- Slippers
- Bathtub or shower
Parking
- Parking (complimentary)
Accessibility
Some accessibility features may not be available in all rooms. Please coordinate with the hotel directly before booking.
- Accessible bathroom (in some rooms)
- Accessible parking
- Accessible path of travel
- Accessible restaurant
- Facilities for guests with special needs
- Roll-in shower (in some rooms)
- Wheelchair accessible
Policies
Check-in:
Standard Time is 3pm.
Minimum age required to check in: 18.
Checkout: Standard Time is 11am.
Children and additional guests:
Cot available upon request, for children 3 or under: £30 per day. Extra beds available in Deluxe Rooms only.
Extra bed available upon request, for children 3 to 5: £30 per day.
Extra bed not available for older children and adults.
Meals are not included in the supplement and will be charged as taken.
Supplements are not included automatically in the total price and will be charged directly by the hotel. See room descriptions and rate policies for information about room occupancy and prices.
If travelling with children, please notify the hotel directly before booking.
Pets:
Pets are allowed on request: free of charge. Pets are not allowed in Deluxe rooms.
If you require a pet-friendly room, please contact the hotel directly before booking.
Have a Question?
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- Email us
Member Services available Mon-Fri, 8am-6pm
Rates may vary by date, are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until your purchase is complete.
The regular value stated is based on the maximum combined cost of the items included in this experience at the time of publication.
The room rates listed are for double occupancy per room unless otherwise stated and exclude tax recovery charges and service fees.
It is the responsibility of the hotel chain and/or the individual property to ensure the accuracy of the photos displayed. Travelzoo is not responsible for any inaccuracies in the photos.
*Unless otherwise stated, Travelzoo-exclusive extras are valid once per stay (based on two adults sharing). Value is an estimate based on double occupancy. Extras are only included with Member Rates and may not be available on all dates. Extras are non-transferable and have no cash value. Total value may vary depending on time of booking and availability. When included, breakfast may be limited to 2 guests per stay subject to hotel’s discretion. Other restrictions may apply; see our T&Cs for details.
Please note: Some amenities and services may not be available in all rooms or may incur an additional charge. All prices stated have been verified at the time of publication and may vary at the discretion of the hotel.
Enjoyed This
(334 Member Ratings)
(334 Member Ratings)
Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for The Olde Bell over the past 15 months.
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Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for The Olde Bell over the past 15 months.
4.2
Ambiance
4.7
Location
4.1
Rooms
4.4
Quality of Service
4.5
Value for the Money
Enjoyed Most
Friendly staff with sense of humour. Lots of smiles and helpful.
P
31 Dec, 2025
Hayling Island, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent value. Good staff. Interesting location
Marj
30 Dec, 2025
Bury Saint Edmunds, UK
Enjoyed Most
The bar staff and breakfast staff were excellent. We had a beautiful room but it was freezing upon arrival. Googled instructions for the heating.
amanda
24 Dec, 2025
Farnham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great staff experience
Alan
23 Dec, 2025
Lytham Saint Annes, UK
Enjoyed Most
Room upgrade as original room cold. Room could have had a rug to make it more comfy. Heated towel rail was rusty and didn't work. Food and staff excellent.
Maggie
10 Dec, 2025
Broadstone, UK
Enjoyed Most
The menu was unimaginative and some food disappointing. Our chosen wine wasn't available and the replacement was just plonked on the table without ceremony. Our 'superior' room had a good bathroom except for a rusty and not-heating towel rail and there was an underlying industrial noise from the hotel's heating system. The room was large but sparsely furnished and decorated, contrasting with the quirky-abundance of post-impressionist and surrealist images in the dining room.
Other Comments
Most staff were pleasant and helpful except for the one wine waiter who plonked our unopened screw top bottle on the table without comment.
David Huw
05 Dec, 2025
London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Just lovely!
Great staff too...
Other Comments
Food was pretty good,breakfast fab!
Lynne
01 Dec, 2025
Guildford, UK
Other Comments
Surprised & offended when they attempted to add a 12.5% service charge to a glass of wine.
john
28 Nov, 2025
Chipping Campden, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great hotel close to Marlow; excellent for Christmas shopping break
Brian
24 Nov, 2025
Andover, UK
Enjoyed Most
We had a room in the Inn itself. It was spacious with a very comfy bed. The bathroom was modern and spacious with a very good shower and plenty of hot water. The bed linen and towels were immaculate. It overlooked the garden.
Other Comments
We loved the history of The Olde Bell and the history of the village of Hurley. A very pretty village leading to the River Thames.
Martin was very knowledgeable and enjoyed telling us above the involvement of the Inn during the Second World War.
We
Elizabeth
23 Nov, 2025
Kimpton, UK
Enjoyed Most
We stayed for one night on a dinner, bed and breakfast rate - fantastic value. All staff were helpful and polite. Dinner was tasty. Hotel location was perfect for a walk along the Thames and an afternoon in Henley.
Kirsty
17 Nov, 2025
St Albans, UK
Enjoyed Most
We were visiting our daughter nearby so a perfect location for us.
The hotel is situated in a delightful village and very quiet position with ply of parking.
The hotel appears to be being refurbished but the reception and entrance in the original old building could benefit from an update .
Our room had been redecorated and was a great size.
We had to get the heating sorted as rather cold and ask for tea coffee etc which hadn’t been replenished but very quickly rectified.
We ate at the hotel and the food was varied and well cooked. The breakfast was a bit hectic as busy and the eggs were cold and overcooked but other than that plenty of choice of cereal pastries fruit and yoghurt. They would benefit from more than one hot drinks machine as it became very busy with people queueing around the tables making it not very relaxing.
Overall a lovely short stay in a beautiful village with lots of walks along the Thames. Very good value.
Other Comments
Happy to share all my comments above to improve the experience.
Deirdre
17 Nov, 2025
Cranbrook, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely oldy world pub, big comfortable bed room excellent breakfast offering representing excellent an excellent Travelzoo deal
Clive
17 Nov, 2025
Newport, UK
Other Comments
Several, items that were described on Menu were not available as described (Lack of herb butter & Peppercorn Sauce) with not being informed prior to ordering! Picked up on serving hence lack of poor service too! Bed could do with a headboard to assist with support of pillows and fan not working in bathroom, though room was decorated nicely. The bar and additional seating area after having evening meal lacked any real atmosphere or cosiness that one would normally associate with an older property. Lastly, as there was a wedding being undertaken in the adjacent tithe barn, the sound properties of the room were severely lacking resulting in a headache and unease until midnight when admittedly the noise level vastly reduced.
Keith
17 Nov, 2025
Stalbridge, UK
Enjoyed Most
Atmospheric old inn with so much history for the culturally minded.
The food is very good with ample size portions too. Staff friendly and helpful but I would say my
Only small gripe is they seem understaffed in the restaurant which impacts on time being served drinks and food. Other than that, very good indeed..
Mark
17 Nov, 2025
Blandford Forum, UK
Enjoyed Most
We had an amazing night stay. The dinner and breakfast were delicious with a great choice of food presented beautifully. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly-giving us advice on the local area and making sure that we had everything we needed.
Other Comments
The staff made our stay feel like a home from home experience,
Neil
10 Nov, 2025
Fareham, UK
Other Comments
Room wasnt clean at all, cobwebs over ceiling fluff and dirt thick under the bed balcony filthy completely tired in need of revamp
alan
09 Nov, 2025
Hornchurch, UK
Enjoyed Most
Perfect for an overnight stay. Varied choice set menu for dinner. Staff very polite, courteous and helpful. Would recommend.
Wendy
06 Nov, 2025
Kent, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very enjoyable time at The OLDE Bell, staff very friendly and helpful. Two course meal was really nice
Val
05 Nov, 2025
High Wycombe, UK
Enjoyed Most
Hotel in lovely location a few minutes walk to a beautiful stretch of the Thames. Room was very comfortable, with a good quality en suite. Food was good, maybe a little room for improvement there, but best feature of the hotel is the staff, every one of them were very efficient and ultra friendly.
Other Comments
We would return for a similar deal price.
Peter
02 Nov, 2025
Southampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
LOVED IT: We were lucky to be in main building, and bed was so comfy, with food great, so compliments to Chef. Also outstanding was the 'Friendliest Staff we've ever encountered, nothing felt like too much trouble.
THANK YOU TO ONE AND ALL
Other Comments
We would love to return in the summer to take full advantage of the beautiful garden. And it was lovely to be able to walk out to the Thames Riverpath, which was just a short walk away
Kay
01 Nov, 2025
Brentwood, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great stay at The
Other Comments
Great stay at The Olde Bell, we had luxury and superior rooms in the main building which lovely
The staff couldn’t have been better, especially Dominic, very helpful…..nothing was too much trouble
Lesley
01 Nov, 2025
Hornchurch, UK
Enjoyed Most
Enjoyed celebrating our wedding anniversary at the Olde Bell. Our room was spacious, with a balcony & garden view, situated in the main building. The evening meal was generous with plenty of choices & all the staff friendly & helpful, breakfast likewise. Loved the village with traditional houses & a footpath walk to the river, beautiful in Autumn colours. Will be recommending this hotel break to friends, such good value
Judith
30 Oct, 2025
London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very pleasant stay and extremely pleasant and helpful staff.
Other Comments
Thank you for a lovely short break.
Jennifer
30 Oct, 2025
Colchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
We booked a deluxe room. Sorry it wasn’t deluxe, it was a bit tired also. Staff were great. Amy, Dominic and the tall chap. Can’t remember his name.
Other Comments
Great hard working staff.
Peter
27 Oct, 2025
Southsea, UK
Enjoyed Most
A lovely stay. Great food and friendly staff. Very good deal from travel zoo
Zoe
27 Oct, 2025
Maldon, UK
Enjoyed Most
All members of staff were helpful and friendly. Loved the location and were delighted with our upgrade to a luxury room inside the old building. The choice of food at breakfast was wide and we were satisfied with our choice of dishes at dinner. Given everything that was included it was great value for money. Would definitely recommend.
Gillian
27 Oct, 2025
Bedford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely welcoming staff-food was great as was our toom
Other Comments
Lovely historic building and beautiful countryside all around
Lovely village and for walks along the Thames.
Lin
23 Oct, 2025
Maidstone, UK
Other Comments
We were upgraded to honeymoon suite but very odd as there was no soap or bath gel there so had to put some on glass from bathroom. I did mention it to them and said they would put some there
Brenda
22 Oct, 2025
Worthing, UK
Enjoyed Most
An interesting enjoyable experience. A charming part medieval building with great character. A fascinating location with a short easy walk to the Thames.
Other Comments
A guide to the village available in the hotel was really interesting and provided the motivation for us to explore Hirling. We are so glad we did.
Janice
20 Oct, 2025
Lincoln, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful hotel, the food was really tasty and plenty of it. The service was excellent, such friendly and personable staff. Comfy king-size bed, large room and bathroom.
Other Comments
There was poor water pressure in the bathroom so the toilet didn't flush properly, and the wooden floor was very slippery, we both nearly went over a few times, no bathroom fan and lights throughout the room very low.
Sarah
20 Oct, 2025
Sudbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
A lovely historic building in a quintessential English village. Members of staff could not have been more friendly or helpful. Excellent breakfast.
Janet
16 Oct, 2025
Kidderminster, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beilliant
Other Comments
Only one thing, the bacon and sausages at breakfast werent very good
Diane Margaret
13 Oct, 2025
Kidderminster, UK
Enjoyed Most
Large, clean room , friendly staff
Susan
11 Oct, 2025
Sidcup, UK
Enjoyed Most
First room had noisy kitchen fan next to it. We complained & were given a better room for second night. Overall food & service good.
Other Comments
My husbands dinner had the smallest piece of fish ever!!! Chef cooked another portion which was still small & thin but they took his meal off the bill. Good but would rather have had a decent portion initially.
Susan
27 Sep, 2025
ChichesterChichester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Nice ambience and olde worlde
A little tired but full of character.
Good value for money and very dog friendly.
Thanks for a nice two night stay.
Martin
26 Sep, 2025
Margate, UK
Enjoyed Most
Large car park.
Nice building.
Very good sized shower cubicle.
Other Comments
Room had no chairs and the washbasin in the bathroom leaked.
The Prosecco that was provided as part of the package was left in the room - no ice bucket was provided.
The meal on the first night was not very good; my pork was Ok but the crackling was like leather and my wife's Caesar salad was tasteless.
Breakfasts were very disappointing. I have never had a good hot buffet style breakfast, and this was particularly bad. If a pub / hotel can't be bothered to serve a breakfast fresh from the kitchen it should not be providing hospitality at all.
Graham
26 Sep, 2025
Barrow Upon Soar, UK
Enjoyed Most
We enjoyed our overnight stay, weather thankfully sunny so we could investigate the village and grounds. Nice menu though thought wine a bit pricey. Staff helpful. Good parking. Good breakfast.
Angela
17 Sep, 2025
Christchurch, UK
Enjoyed Most
Such a lovely find and such a pleasant and quiet place to stay. We loved the area too.
Jane
14 Sep, 2025
Saint Leonards-on-sea, UK
Enjoyed Most
A very relaxing break in a most beautiful part of the country made better in every way by the cheerful, efficient, and friendly staff. It was a great deal through Travelzoo and I look forward to the opportunity to return.
David
13 Sep, 2025
Herne BayHerne Bay, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful old building sympathetically modernised. The barn across the road have lovely spacious bedrooms and comfortable beds. The breakfast was plentiful and varied and the dinner menu good. Polite and helpful staff
Other Comments
The village is close to Marlow and Henley which are both worth a visit
Jenny
09 Sep, 2025
Luton, UK
Other Comments
We really loved it . One of the best places we have stayed . Felt so comfortable. We can’t wait to go back .
Linda
05 Sep, 2025
Downham Market, UK
Enjoyed Most
We enjoyed our time there. Just the 1 night. Staff were all good and super friendly
Other Comments
Would highly recommend it there. Excellent value for money in a lovely spot
Alison
05 Sep, 2025
Ringwood, UK
Enjoyed Most
Had a nice couple of days at the Olde Bell. It was a good retreat to come back to.and very peaceful. Within walking distance to the Thames path & in a lovely village. Henley & Marlow are both a short drive away and are delightful.
Other Comments
The staff were lovely. Breakfast was tasty & a pleasant evening meal on the first night & making the most of the Travelzoo discount. The bottle of prossecco in the room was a nice touch and delighted to have been given a superking bed, wasn't expecting that.
Elaine
03 Sep, 2025
Chelmsford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff so lovely
Other Comments
I’m gluten free and the staff bent over backwards to accommodate my dietary needs, although it would have been better if the menu stated allergies etc without having to ask about each meal. Everyone was so friendly and helpful
Derek
02 Sep, 2025
Newport Pagnell, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great
Other Comments
Thanks
Dave
29 Aug, 2025
Dunstable, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely hotel. Friendly staff. They had telephone problems so this slowed down the booking process.
Anne
28 Aug, 2025
St Albans, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great setting. Good Food and friendly staff.
Room upgrade great for our dog as the room was on the ground floor.
Lovely walks to the village shop/cafe and Hurley Lock.
Other Comments
Lovely garden to sit in which you could see from the restaurant.
Fortunately it had French windows leading into the garden which provided a nice breeze as it was very hot whilst we were away.
Denise
16 Aug, 2025
Hereford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great location, lovely staff , good food and we had a lovely room
Kevin
16 Aug, 2025
Worcester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Amazing hotel with great staff, great food, and a great deal from Travelzoo. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Other Comments
The food in the restaurant is superb. Wonderful location in a beautiful village.
Gary
16 Aug, 2025
Bristol, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff were knowledgeable, helpful and polite.
Josephine
15 Aug, 2025
Romsey, UK
Enjoyed Most
We found all staff to be very friendly and helpful (with a special thank you to Martin and Daisy with whom we had most contact), dealing with any queries we had immediately
Other Comments
We were upgraded to the bridal suite which was very roomy with a balcony overlooking the lovely garden.
Jeremy
15 Aug, 2025
Bournemouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful old hotel full of character. Allow for its age when rating rooms. Everything you need in the room. Plenty of refreshments. Staff welcoming and friendly. Dinner and Breakfast plentiful and delicious. Pretty surroundings with several loop walks nearby. I teresting history from Monks to Spies! Great value for money.
Tricia
15 Aug, 2025
Brighton, UK
Enjoyed Most
We will go back as lovely couple of days at this hotel with good service and nice room.
Other Comments
So convenient to Thames footpath and Henley and Maidenhead worth a visit. Boat trip delightful. All this in two days!!!
Sybil
15 Aug, 2025
Wolverhampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great location for visiting Marlow/Henley and easy to walk to Hurley lock. The room was excellent and breakfast was exceptional.
Geoff
14 Aug, 2025
Bridgend, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely area 5 minutes walk to the river.
Other Comments
Room was good upgraded to deluxe so nice size bedding was fine,just thought they could do a bit better with cleaning in general, sticky tables in restaurant etc.
James
14 Aug, 2025
Leigh on sea, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely old hotel with good Ambience. Staff prepared to go the extra mile and excellent throughout. Room a little tired !
Timothy
13 Aug, 2025
Bungay, UK
Enjoyed Most
Been there before. Enjoyed it then and enjoyed it this time.
Nicolas
12 Aug, 2025
St Albans, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful hotel in beautiful setting. Staff so friendly & welcoming. Rooms comfortable, & clean. Dinner was lovely. Breakfast was delicious & plentiful
Jane
10 Aug, 2025
Leighton Buzzard, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good village location with easy distance to marlow Henley on Thames and Maidenhead
Other Comments
Overall a friendly place to stay with good breakfast
kirit
09 Aug, 2025
Ware, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely walks nearby. Staff very pleasant and helpful.
Harshita
08 Aug, 2025
Stevenage, UK
Enjoyed Most
Situated in a beautiful village, staff were amazing, food from the restaurant a little pricey for what it was , but with 20% off was good value. Beautiful area and convenient for visiting other areas.
richard
05 Aug, 2025
Basildon, UK
Enjoyed Most
Hotel was much better than expected. Saw bad reviews. The hotel was lovely and the staff were so friendly and helpful. We had a deluxe room and it was really spacious. Good options at breakfast.
Monique
04 Aug, 2025
Redhill, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff were very friendly and service was efficient. Dinner was tasty. The inn building itself was very characterful, and the village of Hurley is idyllic.
Other Comments
We stayed in a Deluxe Room, which are in a separate annex away from the main building. This suited us fine, but if you want to stay in the Olde Bell inn itself, you'd need to book one of the other room types.
Ross
04 Aug, 2025
London, UK
Travelzoo Deal Expert
Enjoyed Most
Verynice
alan
03 Aug, 2025
Hornchurch essex, UK
Enjoyed Most
Absolutely loved this place, lovely old building full of character set in quiet location. The staff were very attentive and friendly and the restaurant was great too. Excellent value for money, we will be back!
Gill
02 Aug, 2025
Diss, UK
Enjoyed Most
Gorgeous location for walking. Staff were very helpful and friendly and the gardens were beautiful where the hotel is situated. Very peaceful ambiance
Mary
01 Aug, 2025
Greenhithe, UK
Enjoyed Most
Extremely helpful and courteous staff. Interesting buildings and gardens. Nicely situated to visit surrounding area.
Theresa
30 Jul, 2025
Felixstowe, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff and service from staff was excellent throughout the stay
Other Comments
Chaotic breakfast - very busy
Dinner was okay but nothing special in the dining room - quite bland
Louise
29 Jul, 2025
Slough, UK
Enjoyed Most
Thoroughly enjoyable English country break
Other Comments
Fixtures and fittings are tired and could use updating
Peter
29 Jul, 2025
Brighton, UK
Enjoyed Most
The Olde Bell is an ancient inn which has a lovely relaxed ambience. Like many hotels nowadays it seems understaffed but the staff who served us were working very hard and were all friendly and welcoming. Our room in the annexe was a little shabby in places but was large and very comfortable. The deal we had through Travelzoo was excellent value for money.
Patricia
29 Jul, 2025
Canterbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very poorly organised and run for a 4* hotel
Other Comments
Breakfast service was chaotic
Paula
28 Jul, 2025
Pontyclun, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely location. Staff friendly and helpful.
Debra
28 Jul, 2025
Staines, UK
Other Comments
Our room was not in the Hotel, it was in separate building which felt totally apart from the hotel and really was not a good feeling. I think this part of the Hotel was for Travel Zoo Bookings or last minute booking and pushed far away as possible!!!!! Also the room was very very hot, which was really uncomfortable! It was only 23 degrees outside and with very little ventilation and two poor fans, which one was supposed to be aircon unit. God knows what it would be like if it was hotter it would be totally unbearable! I actually upgraded to the Luxury Room, top room available and I felt this was not that Luxury room at all, very disappointed. we had to ask for large towel as only one was issued and our bottle Prosecco part of the deal was not in the room, I had to go back to the Hotel as there is no Phone in the room. Top it off, breakfast was very poor. breakfast is being served from 7-30 to 10-30 we got to breakfast at 10AM and there was very little left over on the cooked side, what was left was lukewarm at best! Even on the fresh fruit virtually nothing left and again what was left was not nice! Attention to detail could have been much much better and had to ask for various things. You could get some food cooked individually which took ages, also by 10-30 they just wanted us out of the dining area. If they had every we wanted and made food in good time we would have probably been finished by 10-30, just felt they were pushing us out....
if I was Travel Zoo I would think twice about using this hotel again for Future promotions. This was my first time I stayed away with my new partner and I wanted everything to be perfect, I can honestly say it did not meet up to expectations. There is so much more I could complain about but I think you have got the message!
Darren
28 Jul, 2025
Alton, UK
Enjoyed Most
In a beautiful location, garden is great in the summer months for outdoor eating and drinking. Staff lovely, lots of choice for breakfast.
Other Comments
Room needs lots of TLC due to the age of the building, windows need urgent attention, due to a old building not many sockets.
Julie
28 Jul, 2025
Bexhill-on-Sea, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendly staff, historic pub in a nice English village setting.
Lesley
28 Jul, 2025
Brentwood, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent All round great breakfast very welcoming staff
Anton
27 Jul, 2025
Banbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
For the price we payed (£69 inc breakfast and a bottle of fizz) it was great for what we wanted to do....walk to Henley and Marlow. The overall cleanliness and state of the hotel left a little to be desired. Our room was ok but, but the stairs and windows were filthy. Tables in the dining room were very sticky. Food was good. Staff were pleasant if disorganised. The buildings are very old and need some investment. It has the potential to be beautiful but I guess lacks the investment and tlc it deserves.
Mrs JV
27 Jul, 2025
Hertford, UK
Enjoyed Most
very good, food was excellent and the staff were very obliging and friendly, however the hotel is a little tired and the cleaning outsie of the bedrooms was not very good.
Other Comments
parking was excellent and the staff were very helpful as my husband is disabled
Joy
27 Jul, 2025
Stafford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent location.
Michael
26 Jul, 2025
Brentwood, UK
Enjoyed Most
The hotel was full of character and charm. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was of good quality and very tasty. Would definitely like to go back
Patricia
26 Jul, 2025
Bushey, UK
Other Comments
Brilliant breakfast.
Derek
26 Jul, 2025
ChelmsfordHatfield Peverel, UK
Enjoyed Most
Travelzoo offer used by a friend and me. Hotel very accomodating in arranging a room with two beds - we did pay extra for a deluxe room. Staff very helpful in suggesting places to visit.
Other Comments
Good breakfast but surprised no jam/marmalade/honey for toast. Advised if none there then they had none left?!
Andra
25 Jul, 2025
Peterborough, UK
Enjoyed Most
Nice room and bed, strange shower. Friendly staff. Very good breakfast second morning with table service, struggled first day when very busy. No cask ale in bar, didn’t have evening meal
Robert
25 Jul, 2025
Whitstable, UK
Enjoyed Most
Loved it jfrom the moment we walked in - an unexpected upgrade to the best room
namely the bridal suite made the day. Good food and set in a lovely village.
Sandra
24 Jul, 2025
Steyning, UK
Enjoyed Most
Fabulous!
Freda
22 Jul, 2025
Cambridge, UK
Enjoyed Most
The village is beautiful. The staff were very friendly and attentive.
Other Comments
Hotel very tired needs renovation. We had a luxury room so called. No shaving point n the bathroom which to me is Basic. The carpets in the Manor House where we had our room were a disgrace . Needs a complete revamp.
Paul
21 Jul, 2025
Bolton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Everything was perfect
barbara
19 Jul, 2025
Hemel Hempstead, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely hotel but sadly lacking in staff and cleanliness. Food was fabulous but drinks very expensive. Superb location
Other Comments
Great garden but again needs some l9v8ng care
Alison
10 Jul, 2025
Bristol, UK
Enjoyed Most
We were in room 2 lovely room with balcony views over the large garden. Large powerful shower and comfortable bed. Sat outside until sun went down eating outside
Other Comments
The receptionist was very professional and helpful
Steve
17 Jun, 2025
Maidstone, UK
Enjoyed Most
The Ye Old Bell was ideally situated for travelling around the Maidenhead area. The superior room was excellent. The food was very good and we enjoyed the free bottle of prosecco. There was ample car parking. The Bell had a large garden. Thoroughly enjoyed the break here.
Charles
11 Jun, 2025
Southampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very welcoming. Friendly staff. Good breakfast. Would have given more stars for the room, which was very large with a ginormous bed, but I felt it was let down by the en-suite bathroom which contained a cracked tile, some mould and ancient fittings.the carpet in the corridor outside was ancient and looked to have had bleach spilled on it.
barry
11 Jun, 2025
London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful hotel and garden, friendly welcoming staff, good food and ambience
Other Comments
Great location for Thames path walkers
Vanessa
10 Jun, 2025
Aylesbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
Nice looking building. Large garden
Other Comments
Upon arrival, there was no one maning the reception, we had to go and find a member of staff, who didn't know how to book someone in. We had previously booked in for Sunday roast, but this was very expensive at £24 for just 1 course. Plus the roast pots were so hard, I couldn't eat them, the other veg was passable, but the gravy was so peppery, you couldn't taste much else. We then went off to our deluxe room. This was very large, albeit despite lots of windows, not much lighting. The bathroom was large & good shower. The bed was comfy {thank god}. However the room was extremely tired, really needed a fresh paint job. We were supposed to get bottle of prosecco in our room, it wasn't there, so we asked for it later & got that sorted. The room had not been cleaned very well at all, that was very disappointing, there was dust in so many places, it was soon obvious the cleaner had rushed. The shower gel only had half an inch of gel. It simply had not been replaced. We only just had enough for 2 night stay. The breakfast was not particularly hot, and not enough selection. Sad really, as this was supposed to be a special treat for my hubbie and I felt embarrassed. There was some friendly staff, but they do need to retrain, as most of them don't know their job roles, they all seemed to muck in on everything. But this is due to them being so understaffed, which is a shame for both staff and paying customers. There were other issues too, but I think you've got a few listed to think about before suggesting this place to others
Elaine
04 Jun, 2025
Herne Bay, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff and parking were good
Other Comments
Disappointed with small selection of menu especially the desserts
Patricia
02 Jun, 2025
Taunton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Not really! We thought it felt grubby, run on a shoestring budget and very disorganised.
Other Comments
Standard of cleanliness in hotel, not enough staff, generally very disorganised and it also felt grubby.
First room we were shown had a terrible smell from drains, and the toilet was very dirty. So I was given key to a second room which smelled as if dogs had stayed in the room (i.e. not the deluxe room we paid for) and it was still in the process of being cleaned! The third room we were given was the bridal suite and even that felt grubby, with hairs on bathroom floor and on dressing table stool. Tea-tray was very basic with only two tiny pots of UHT milk for two people! Breakfast was very chaotic with one person working so items running out, about 8 tables not cleaned up so meant I had to ask for table to be cleaned so we could sit down. Items such as tea, coffee, milk, hot water, bread, plates, all running out and all customers having to ask for them to be replenished. Told on check-in that our room would not be cleaned as we were only staying two nights. This meant the tea tray was not replenished at all during our stay and we had to ask for toilet rolls on the second day.
We’ve previously been on a lot of deals with Travelzoo and they’ve all been excellent. This is the first time we’ve been very disappointed and so would not return to this hotel.
Kathryn
31 May, 2025
Barry, UK
Enjoyed Most
Room was lovely, in a beautiful old building. Great need, very clean everywhere in the hotel. The en suite needs an extra towel rail and definitely some form of frosted glass or meet curtain. The food offering compared unfavourably with the one from the pub a couple of hundred metres down the road, both in terms of price and quality. Service in the restaurant, for both dinner and breakfast, was a bit below par. Location was very good.
Peter
31 May, 2025
Enfield, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful old hotel with lovely accommodation and secure parking. The very large garden is an added bonus. Our room was very well appointed and the facilities were excellent. We ate in the restaurant and although it’s not an extensive menu our food was very good. Would definitely stay there again.
Other Comments
We had breakfast included and there was plenty of hot food available in the buffet section with a choice of other hot plates. The only criticism was that the continental breakfast - the content of which looked lovely - was not covered and there were quite a few flies on the cheese, ham and croissants. Other people noticed too and consequently no one ate it. Such a shame.
Pat
30 May, 2025
Swindon, UK
Enjoyed Most
For a 3* and the price we paid it was very good. The food was nothing to write home about but the Sunday dinner was huge! The staff were very friendly and accommodating and, whilst some were lacking in knowledge they made up for it in enthusiasm and correcting issues. A special mention for Martin in the waiting team and Amy the GSM.
Lynsey
30 May, 2025
Chelmsford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Most of the staff were always courteous and polite
Other Comments
When you report overflowing shower trays (that as a builder you know it hasn't just happened so they obviously haven't acted on previous reports as it was literally flowing out onto the bathroom floor and the raised floorboards showed the signs of an ongoing problem), but worst of all in my eyes is when you report an electrical fault on the one and only bedside lamp which is an easy remedy, no one can be bothered to act is frustrating especially when as an electrical fault it falls into a possible fire risk. Not a problem if the wall switch for the main lights wasn't 6' away from the bed, for convenience it's annoying when you have to bang the plug or wiggle a cable to get the lamp to work. A little thing but still a risk and like I said, a simple fix, despite there being a PAT test sticker on the plug.
On the bright side waiter Terry was a great ambassador for the hotel and we enjoyed our chats.
Plenty of free parking at the hotel, breakfast was okay, freshly cooked on day one, buffet style the following morning. Drinks were fairly expensive £29 for 2 large wine's but I suppose you are in Henley on Thames.
Bed was very comfortable, windows all need adjusting/ new hinges, not sure what it'll be like on a cold day?
Would we return, probably not.
Carl
30 May, 2025
Waterlooville, UK
Enjoyed Most
We spent 3 nights and enjoyed the Hotel which is in a lovely location. Staff were friendly and professional. Breakfast was very good, but didn't have the opportunity to dine there.
Anthony
29 May, 2025
Rhyl, UK
Enjoyed Most
Nice place with a lovely garden, we had a clean and spacious room, the staff were generally pleasant and very helpful.
The full English breakfast is buffet and you have to order eggs other than scrambled, but quite good.
Main meals food was good, although the menu was not quite what I would call expansive.
Other Comments
One big disappointment, I would add, not the hotel's fault.
Travelzoo's description includes the lovely Thameside walk to Marlow, we were very much looking forward to this on the Sunday, it was one of the main reasons for choosing this weekend break.
Sadly it couldn't happen, barely 15 minutes along the riverside path from Hurley, we were greeted with a sign stating: "Temple Bridge is closed. No riverside access to Marlow". The diversion is a far cry from a riverside walk.
It turns out the bridge has been closed indefinitely since May 2023.
Plenty of time for Travelzoo to update the misleading description.
D A
27 May, 2025
Milton Keynes, UK
Enjoyed Most
quiet and relaxing with great staff in a nice tranquil village
Other Comments
Lovely size rooms and lovely gardens to relax in and take in this picturesque landscape
Michael
27 May, 2025
Canvey Island, UK
Enjoyed Most
A great hotel in a peaceful location. A great place to chill out
Jean
25 May, 2025
Southampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very nice location but room was very tired and could do with a complete upgrade.
Had a meal on the first evening which was very expensive and basic. Also we were overcharged.
It's a great shame because the location was so nice and so much more could have been done to create a much better experience.
Graham
25 May, 2025
Towcester, UK
Enjoyed Most
We really enjoyed our visit the location was so tranquil and relaxing.THank You
ieuan
24 May, 2025
Swansea, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely old pub with some great deals on food. The rooms over the road were excellent and very comfortable.
Other Comments
Excellently run with friendly staff in a great location with plenty to see and do around the area
Paul
19 May, 2025
EnfieldEnfield, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great
Anthony
15 May, 2025
Cannock, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful village and beautiful hotel, food good and staff hard working, we stayed on room 3 which was the only downside of being above the kitchen so over powering smell of food and load drone of their fans which made the room vibrate, this was dealt with very kindly by the staff and an offer of room there if we wanted
Other Comments
Seemed they could do with more staff
suzanne
13 May, 2025
Chulmleigh, UK
Enjoyed Most
THE RESTAURANT MANAGER MADE THE BEST OF A BAD JOB, HE WAS GOOD
Other Comments
SERVICE, FOOD, BREAKFAST ESPECIALLY POOR - THEY COULD AT LEAST HAVE WELCOMED YOU AND ASKED IF YOU WANTED TEA OR COFFEE AND BROUGHT IT TO YOU.
ERIKA
10 May, 2025
Canterbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
We had a lovely room, with a rolltop bath, comfortable kingsize bed and very spacious. The room was a little bit tired around the edges, particularly in the ensuite, but well decorated with quality furnishings. We had a buffet breakfast the first morning and table service on the second, both very good quality, tasty food. The evening meals were a little expensive and the quality of the food wasn't as good the second night. However, the lunchtime specials were exceptional in terms of quality and very reasonable prices. Altogether a lovely quirky place to stay, watch out for the low doorways and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Jacqueline
07 May, 2025
Market Rasen, UK
Enjoyed Most
We had a wonderful stay at The Olde Bell. Lovely ambience, great service and staff. Rooms have all you need. Comfortable, clean and very smart. Will come again.
martin
04 May, 2025
Swindon, UK
Enjoyed Most
So much history to this Hotel.Take time to explore the grounds.Lovely location a short stroll to Riverside walks and a peaceful village
Other Comments
Service in the dining room could improve food is OK but again could be improve.Breakfast is lovely
kevin
01 May, 2025
Southsea, UK
Enjoyed Most
This is a lovely venue in a beautiful location. We loved our stay here.
Other Comments
The staff are all very friendly and helpful. The food was excellent.
David
27 Apr, 2025
Cardiff, UK
Enjoyed Most
We had a wonderful stay. The receptionist Ruve was lovely very helpful and friendly. Our room was clean, comfortable very well decorated , and cosy, the only downside was the room was above what sounded like an extractor fan and this kept us awake as it was going all night. We had a good lunch in the bar and a snack in the evening. We would definitely return to the hotel.
Other Comments
Really good value. It is well situated for sightseeing, easy parking and a beautiful garden.
Maxine
23 Apr, 2025
Westgate on sea, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff were very friendly and efficient. Room was lovely
Susan
13 Apr, 2025
Gosport, UK
Enjoyed Most
Stunning location. Good food
lucy
03 Apr, 2025
Abingdon, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely hotel, excellent staff, good food.
Other Comments
Easy access to High Wycombe & Henley, great short break
Lynn
03 Apr, 2025
Birchington, UK
Enjoyed Most
Fantastic value for what we paid. Food excellent especially the breakfast. Lovely old pub near to Thames
Other Comments
The village of Hurley is quintessentially English. Lovely
Walks by the Thames. Will definitely return
Tim
02 Apr, 2025
Solihull, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely stay, beautiful surroundings
Julie
02 Apr, 2025
Canterbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
Brilliant food, friendly staff. Could have provided an extra loo roll in the bathroom as one had been practically used up before we got there. Needed a bit of cleaning in the corners of bathroom. Fabulous garden enjoyed our stay.
julie
01 Apr, 2025
Worthing, UK
Enjoyed Most
Perfect stay for one night.Lovely hotel,room,dinner and breakfast.Thank you for all concerned .It was a real treat for us.
stella
01 Apr, 2025
Henfield, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very enjoyable break.
lorraine
30 Mar, 2025
Kenley, UK
Enjoyed Most
Really lovely room with balcony overlooking large gardens. Close to river walks . Friendly helpful staff - a very enjoyable stay
lorraine
30 Mar, 2025
Kenley, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great location. Nice bedroom.
Other Comments
They hadn't made a twin available as booked and just expected us to share a bed with no apology. It was only when we pushed and pushed that we got our entire stay on a complimentary basis. Staff were very poorly trained.
Ms Jane
30 Mar, 2025
Hounslow, UK
Enjoyed Most
Nice stay but spoiled by waiting until 4.30pm before our room was ready .Due to Two weddings and rooms not ready .Also shower was useless .
Room was a bit tired looking with several nasty stains on the carpet .
Breakfast was adequate but not the best we have had at other hotels in the Travelzoo offers .
Other Comments
Reception area looked a bit run down . Not very welcoming .
Jane
30 Mar, 2025
Westerham, UK
Enjoyed Most
We have been before after purchasing a great deal via Travelzoo. Unfortuanately this time was not as good. For the amount of guest they didnt have enough staff. I ordered pancakes for breakfast but never got them as the waiter forgot to order them, mind you, he was rushed off his feet. No plates at the cold buffet, and hot buffet was barely warm. There was a wedding, which they clearly knew, so should have put on more staff. Shame because they will lose custom because of this. unsure of our return😌
Other Comments
The rooms was not as clean as before. But they are spacious rooms which are beautiful
Gillian
30 Mar, 2025
Stanford-le-Hope, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely old hotel. Nice room, good food. Really understaffed 2 people trying to clear tables serve breakfast and attend to reception
stephen
30 Mar, 2025
Shorne, UK
Enjoyed Most
All good except unable to be checjed into our room until 4pm. Good food and sevice. Nice friendly bar wxperience.
Andrea
29 Mar, 2025
Colchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
A few details need attention. Room not ready until 4pm. We got overlooked by staff a few times. Had to ask for lots of things (plates, more fruit, coffee etc) at breakfast on the first day but much improved on the second.
Fiona
29 Mar, 2025
Dunstable, UK
Enjoyed Most
Not the same Hotel we stayed at about 10years previously !!
Other Comments
We checked in on Tuesday 25th March at around 4pm and after quite a long wait at Reception were allocated Room 28. When we checked around the Room we found that the telephone was dead; one of the bedside lamps was'nt working and the toilet pan was leaking at the base. We reported this straightaway and the Duty Manager came to the room to check the problems. He found a standby bedside lamp and provided a bath mat to put in front of the toilet pan and said he would arrange for the maintenance man to check out the problems the following day (Wednesday 26/03). We were out all day and went we checked back into our Room nothing had been fixed and worse still the Room had'nt ben serviced. When we complained at Reception about the Room not having been serviced we were told that we should have been advised when we first checked in of the Hotel policy that unless you ask for the Room to be serviced it will not happen - clearly we were not informed !! Also none of the problem noted by the Duty Manager the previous day had been dealt with.
To compound our great disappointment, on the first night we had booked a meal in the restaurant at 18.30hrs. - we sat at our table for about 30 minutes before anyone took a drinks order or gave us menus to choose from - our first course was served almost 1 hour after we had sat down at our table. To make matters worse, on the second night we booked a meal for 18.00hrs. - the service was much better as well as the food but when we had finished we were asked to settle the bill having expected to do so when we checked out on Thursday morning particularly since we were not asked to settle our meal bill the previous evening !! All in all a very disappointing experience !!
We are seriously considering writing to Best Western Hotels asking what they think about our unfortunate experience staying at The Olde Bell.
Michael
28 Mar, 2025
Oxted, UK
Enjoyed Most
Chaotic at breakfast
Other Comments
Rooms need a couple of chairs
Eddy
28 Mar, 2025
Deal, UK
Enjoyed Most
The Olde Bell is a lovely old pub ‘ hotel. The staff are lovely. However we had a few issues. French sparkling wine given instead of Prosecco. On the website it states Noble toiletries but this is not the case .Items on the dinner menu not served as described ie honey carrots served plain. Silly little things but these things do matter. Overall we ( 2 couples ) had a lovely time.
Sheila
28 Mar, 2025
Gravesend, UK
Enjoyed Most
Unfortunately our bedroom only had a recessed mirror in b
Other Comments
Lack of mirrors in our deluxe suite.x
Josephine
28 Mar, 2025
Shoreham-by-Sea, UK
Enjoyed Most
Poor service at bar; absent barman, didn’t have drinks we wanted & £22 for g&t & beer; no one to take breakfast order. No one on reception when we arrived. Public areas need a good clean. On good side, lovely location & interesting history. Good walks nearby & nice towns to explore. Luxury Room was small with windy stairs up to bedroom. Comfortable bed, all clean & lovely bathroom.
Other Comments
A nice hotel but service on the whole was poor. Very expensive bar prices. Didn’t eat dinner in restaurant . Breakfast was ok, though cooked food like bacon & scrambled eggs out in covered hot dishes was cold. Would I stay here again? I doubt it.
Margaret
28 Mar, 2025
Dorking, UK
Enjoyed Most
We loved The olde Bell, room was lovely, plenty of parking, food delicious service rather slow but staff lovely, just not enough of them.
Jacky
27 Mar, 2025
Colchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very comfortable stay. Good service. Enjoyable dinner and good breakfast.
Janet
23 Mar, 2025
Sidmouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
A lovely stay in a beautiful location. Enjoyed our Thames path walks in real spring weather!
George
22 Mar, 2025
Newbold Verdon, UK
Enjoyed Most
Nice hotel. Good food. Room a little dirty and some of the glassware in the restaurant was dirty. Staff were very good but it seemed like they could do with a couple more. Excellent location.
Robin
22 Mar, 2025
Horley, UK
Enjoyed Most
Spacious rooms , good linen and clean, this is potentially an excellent venue , but more staff required in service. I would stay again if these things were changed
Other Comments
The room needed attention on arrival , but spacious and clean, not enough staff for evening meal, 2 staff also covering the bar area, so very long wait for food and reduced menu on both days. Breakfast was excellent with different staff, it ran a lot smoother and was of a good standard which saved the overall opinion of this hotel , strangely we have table service on day one and buffet day 2?
patricia
22 Mar, 2025
Sutton, UK
Enjoyed Most
nice stay, staff very friendly , rooms a little tired but happy with the value.
Other Comments
could so with a better selection of breakfast cereals and yogurts , but generally had a great time.
lesley
22 Mar, 2025
Tunbridge Wells, UK
Enjoyed Most
A comfortable and friendly hotel in a beautiful location with friendly and helpful staff
Carole
22 Mar, 2025
Worthing, UK
Enjoyed Most
Food and location
Other Comments
The fouled mattress and protector sheet which we found after sleeping on the bed , I have photos of required
David
21 Mar, 2025
Hythe, UK
Enjoyed Most
We paid for an update to a de luxe room but it was hardly that. No headboard, a horrible red folding desk lamp with an orange extension lead and an ill fitting quilt and cover on the bed. Could have done with an arm chair to relax in. We did speak to the Manager who was very receptive and assured us that he would look into the matter urgently.
Other Comments
Apart from our room we liked the hotel very much.
Paul
21 Mar, 2025
Bedford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Enjoyed our stay.
patricia
21 Mar, 2025
Colchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location and gardens were interesting
Other Comments
Rooms were very cold with little heating. Window in our room 2 was warped so cold air came into the room.
Service in the restaurant was very poor, we waited more than half an hour before seeing a waiter. Staff were very friendly and did try but there were not enough of them to manage the restaurant. Buffet breakfast was poor.
Carol
20 Mar, 2025
Sunbury-on-Thames, UK
Enjoyed Most
very quiet and well kept place
John
19 Mar, 2025
SomertonSomerton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Main building lovely & dining room & lounge area.
Other Comments
Carpet in bedroom very dirty & stained. Tired looking. Dingy & dark no overhead light.
Angela
19 Mar, 2025
West Wickham, UK
Enjoyed Most
The olde bell is a traditional pub with extensive gardens, we stayed in a large room just across the road where there is ample parking. The room was clean and basic. Unusual decor, it could do with refurbishment.
Other Comments
Breakfast was fresh. We had a complimentary bottle of prosecco on arrival, which I asked if we could have later with dinner, but I was refused.
We ate in the restaurant, which was busy, staff were friendly. There were a couple of mix ups, my husband phoned to book the restaurant, the following day I was contacted to ask if we wanted to book the restaurant. When we arrived for our meal, it was thought we were booked to eat in the bar just little things, but felt things were not communicated etc
Teresa
17 Mar, 2025
Basildon, UK
Enjoyed Most
The location is stunning .
Other Comments
Rang the hotel 4 times on different days to book for dinner and ask for check in time-never answered.
Arrived at 3pm , kept waiting for an hour and half before room ready .
Bathroom was freezing , shower head and sink tap were completely gunged up so was horrible to use. Top on shower gel not put on properly.
Booked dinner online for the Friday evening a week before but was kept waiting an hour and a half and had to ask to see the Manager .
An Asian man said he was the manager when he wasn’t and was so rude .
Desert was served cold as the kitchen closed when we were seated . We were told we could eat in the bar on a low table ,which was unacceptable.
Really disappointed as this was our third stay , but the whole hotel was awful .
Never had to give a negative review since joining Travelzoo about 7 years ago .
Jayne
17 Mar, 2025
Aylesbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great old Inn, staff very obliging. Booked a deluxe room, but thought it was hardly deluxe.
John stewart
17 Mar, 2025
Sheerness, UK
Enjoyed Most
Breakfast offering good, when it was there! Nice towels.
Other Comments
Requested and confirmed a particular room. On arrival not available & given alot smaller room in an annexe. Not clean, half a toilet roll. Requested they serviced it next day. No more toilet rolls, no tea/coffee and unmade bed. Just clean towels on the bed, which we didn't request. The 'Prosecco ' in our room was cheap sparkling wine, not Prosecco. Breakfast was chaos, no plates, bowls, bread, coffee, milk and half the food. Constantly Requested plates and bowls, as did everyone. Wine over £30 a bottle, very steep. Windows didn't open. Key drop on leaving, so you couldn't voice your opinions on the stay!
Sharon
17 Mar, 2025
Littlehampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
A very beautiful old building close to the Thames, so great for walks. Very welcoming staff. Lovely comfortable beds.
Mrs Pauline
16 Mar, 2025
London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Away break for ourselves and friends, booked through Travelzoo. Nice staff, good ambiance and location
John
15 Mar, 2025
Hockley, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely historical hotel in a beautiful location with the fascinating towns of Marlow and Henley on the doorstep and a couple of very interesting National Trust sites nearby. Not so great on the wines( choice and quality) , but very comfortable room and bed , and reasonable food. A most enjoyable stay.
Elaine
14 Mar, 2025
Cranleigh, UK
Enjoyed Most
I went with my sister for a quiet break. Hurley village was ideal. The staff were pleasant and helpful.
Other Comments
We had to ask for a second bedside lamp, which was delivered almost immediately. It would've been nice to have had an armchair in the bedroom. The bed was very comfortable, and the street outside very quiet indeed.
Susan
14 Mar, 2025
London, UK
Enjoyed Most
We were a little disappointed that our room was not in the old building but in a barn conversion across the road. The room was spacious but was not as clean as we expected. The shower surround needed descaling and the bathroom floor was not clean.
Dust on the walls behind the bedside cabinets and no headboard on the bed. There were plug sockets at head level on one side of the bed (would have been hidden by a headboard!)
Staff, although pleasant enough, did not always know what they were doing and some uniforms were not in the best condition - there did not appear to be anyone overseeing staff appearance.
We ate at the restaurant and both our meals were very good, cooked beautifully and a highlight of our stay.
Hurley is a pleasant little village with easy access to the River Thames and a good position for visiting Marlow, Henley and other towns along the river.
Julie
12 Mar, 2025
New Malden, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff were ver attentive - location lovely - very quaint and oldly worldly.
Other Comments
Could be a bit of a problem with the stairs if you have mobility issues.
Pauline
12 Mar, 2025
Epsom, UK
Enjoyed Most
See we’re upgraded to a deluxe room on arrival and it was wonderful. Staff were very pleasant and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Breakfast was superb so much choice and nothing was too much trouble. We took advantage of the 20%discount on evening meals and enjoyed what we had. Not an awful lot to do in the village but we walked into Marlow and back. Exhausted we recovered by having a drink in their huge garden in the sunshine.. Nice to have a break and recharge our batteries
Andrew
11 Mar, 2025
St Albans, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very enjoyable stay helped by warm Spring weather. We liked easy access to riverside and visited Marlow and Henley and nearby National Trust properties Nuffield Place and Greys Court. We liked the convenient parking too.
Mary
11 Mar, 2025
Solihull, UK
Enjoyed Most
Fab time - lovely pub.
Other Comments
Even got Wellies ready for you.
Sarah
10 Mar, 2025
Birchington, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very pretty little village and an atmospheric building dating back to the 12th century
Other Comments
Pleasant staff and a fantastic bteakfast. Proximity to the town of Marlow is good. Roms a little tired around the edges but clean and comfortable. Not sure how tge Travelzoo offer came to ibclude a bottle of Prosecco worth FORTY pounds but, hey !
laurence
08 Mar, 2025
Sevenoaksseal, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent deal. Room great and breakfast very good. Staff very friendly. Brilliant location.
Only disappointment was with one of the evening meals…. The steak. The menu was expensive even after 20% discount. But my husband found the steak tough and the peppercorn sauce accompanying it had separated and was very unappealing. However, we would definitely stay again but would probably avoid the evening dinner there
Karen
07 Mar, 2025
Chelmsford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Our room was in the main building and was clean and spacious. We liked it. The dining room was well decorated and welcoming. Parking was good. Village really lovely.
Other Comments
Customer service was lacking. One member of staff was good. Everyone else seemed to lack training.
We decided to eat in the restaurant on the first night. Lots of things were off the menu. I ended up with an egg sandwich and a portion of chips. Cutlery wasn’t clean. We were given a sweet menu covered in chocolate. Our coffee was unceremoniously delivered without saucers or teaspoons.
We couldn’t charge anything to our room and we were automatically charged 12.5% for poor service.
Breakfast next morning was good.
Breakfast the following morning was haphazard. Our table again had dirty cutlery and only one mug. No teaspoons. We waited for ages for someone to come to serve us and had to ask in the end. No milk with coffee and when I asked he brought me a mug to put it in and I went and got some from the buffet station.
The jam dispensers had no bowls to put it in and I had to put my plate under it.
When we came to check out we waited around for a member of staff to give our key to for quite a while there was no one at the reception desk and had to go in search of somebody.
Janice
06 Mar, 2025
Lytham Saint Annes, UK
Enjoyed Most
Generally okay. Prior to going we booked a specific room - on arrival we were initially given a different room but then was changed to what we had requested. Not a problem but it could have been. Also no Prosecco in the room and had to ask several times over the two days. Arrived on a Sunday and the evening meal options was very limited having run out of many choices even though the Olde Bell was not that busy. Also, we had to pay for our meal as we went along rather than at the end of our stay, which seemed rather unusual. That said, the meal was good and the breakfast very good. Lastly our room was not cleaned during our two night stay and coffee tea not refreshed. I presume we should have requested it rather than presume it would be done. The staff were friendly and helpful but our overall impression was that with a little more attention to detail the Bell could be so much better. Hopefully our review has not been too critical as we did enjoy our short stay.
Maxine
05 Mar, 2025
St. Ives, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very good
Pauline
05 Mar, 2025
Chalfont Saint Giles, UK
Enjoyed Most
A few issues I in room when we arrived. No bath towels and flat pillows a wick chart to reception and ask sorted within 10 minutes
Donna
04 Mar, 2025
Norwich, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very nice location. Staff all friendly but Requests re room maintenance had to be made more than once.
Fay
04 Mar, 2025
Upminster, UK
Enjoyed Most
We stayed in the Malt House which is located next door to the Old Bell. Our room was very spacious with a nice view. No traffic noise. Lovely garden. The Inn was old and atmospheric. It had a lovely garden with plenty of seating.
It was a little chaotic in the restaurant as it was very busy, although the staff worked diligently we noticed some customers waited a long time for their desserts. We were pleased with our meals at dinner and breakfast, very good value for money. The free bottle of Prosecco was a welcome gift on arr8val.
Other Comments
The Inn was in a great location for walks to the river and lock which was about half a mile away. We also walked into Marlow this was approx 3 miles away but most of it was down country lanes.
Jaynette
03 Mar, 2025
Swansea, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very nice. Had to wait a while to check in, they seemed a bit under-resourced but otherwise ok. Only issue was not getting our room cleaned but we didn't read the notice in the room - assumed it was about reusing towels rather than making up the room. would be better if they asked you this upon check-in.
Other Comments
Only the above comment.
Shaun
03 Mar, 2025
Maidstone, UK
Enjoyed Most
The room was lovely. The staff friendly. An excellent breakfast. Dinner was a bit disorganised and food a bit ordinary.
Steve
02 Mar, 2025
London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely treat for my 70 th birthday even though my husband couldn’t make it due to illness.
Sarah
02 Mar, 2025
Trowbridge, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good food, fine staff. Rooms require some maintenance
david
01 Mar, 2025
Eastbourne, UK
Enjoyed Most
Absolutely delightful stay, we were pleasantly surprised how good everything was. The staff were lovely, the rooms very comfortable and the food delicious
Other Comments
We enjoyed the charming walk from the hotel , through the pretty village to the Thames, a circular walk that we could do with our friends, one was in a wheelchair.
Pam
01 Mar, 2025
Broadstone, UK
Enjoyed Most
Room was very nice. We dined in the restaurant on both evenings, food was excellent.
Other Comments
Location is perfect as so much to see within a short distance.
Peter
01 Mar, 2025
Southampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Room - parking good
Other Comments
Booking made day before for dinner at 7,30pm had not been registered - presentation of food poor - service in resturant slow and cheese and biscuits not delivered as advertised - 20% was not deducted from food bill - tried to charge us for 2 bottles of wine when only one ordered.
GILLIAN N
28 Feb, 2025
Horsham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Generally good, although they ran out of burgers early Friday evening. They had weddings both Fri & Sat, which meant the staff at breakfast were over stretched. Needed to employ someone to clear breakfast tables, replenish plates & orange juices. Our room certainly wasn’t luxury, like stated, although it was okay. Attention to cleaning would be good, also only had 1 towel, so had to ask for another and only 1 toilet roll, even though there was a holder for a spare.
claire
26 Feb, 2025
New Milton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Car parking, very quiet location, large sized rooms. Evening restaurant food was good (but wine overly expensive).
Other Comments
Faulty radiators in bedroom, TV no reception (broken aerial lead), lighting poor, large rooms but not very homely or well equiped. No room service during 3 night stay. Veru disorganised breakfast service (e.g. not enough tables, hit and miss hot food selection, poor cold food selection). Bar gloomy and no ambiance. Village very quiet, not much to do or see. No information pack in room.
Simon
25 Feb, 2025
Esher, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very pleasant stay. Good room which was very comfortable. Staff were helpful.
Linda
25 Feb, 2025
London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Used as a base to visit family
Other Comments
Staff very helpful and friendly.
Ate in the restaurant twice in addition to breakfast each morning. Food was 5 star.
Carole
25 Feb, 2025
Wickford, UK
Enjoyed Most
car parking.
Other Comments
Restaurant, bar and food.
Ken
25 Feb, 2025
Exeter, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely relaxing stay. Highly recommend
Carolyn
22 Feb, 2025
Borehamwood, UK
Enjoyed Most
Nice rooms but a bit too warm, couldn’t turn the heater down.
Other Comments
Shower in room wasn’t very warm water.
Graham
22 Feb, 2025
Colmworth, UK
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful old building in a great setting with helpful staff.
Other Comments
Wonderful walks in the village & nearby
Mrs Jan
20 Feb, 2025
Manningtree, UK
Enjoyed Most
Pleasant small hotel in quiet location. All as advertised.
Other Comments
Food adequate but breakfast coffee dreadful! Weak, tepid and tasteless - on both days of our visit.
Nina
19 Feb, 2025
London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very enjoyable, loved the hotel, loved the village, one of the best little breaks ever
Lynda
19 Feb, 2025
Shoreham-by-sea, UK
Enjoyed Most
Had a lovely time.
Excellent breakfast.
Dinner was ( Fish ‘n’ Chips) ok.
Other Comments
The staff are dedicated, helpful and polite.
Gold stars all round for the staff.
michael
18 Feb, 2025
Iver, UK
Enjoyed Most
Had our wedding reception here 30 years ago, so had a good idea what it was like. Still a lovely, historic hotel with good food and good staff. Cosy bar and lounge area. We thoroughly enjoyed our night here.
Miriam
14 Feb, 2025
Bracknell, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great Travelzoo deal, nice hotel, lovely staff, all good, would definitely return
Mrs J M
13 Feb, 2025
Leeds, UK
Other Comments
The luxury room not sure how they can call that luxury
Dinner had to be sent back as it was cold also cutlery not clean
The hotel could do with refurbishment every was very tired
brian
13 Feb, 2025
cranbrook, UK
Enjoyed Most
Menu limited, which is OK, but would be better if varied a bit from night to night.
Other Comments
Room preparation not marvellous, daily refreshment should be the default, not an option.
Breakfast good. Grapefruit would be a nice option
M J
12 Feb, 2025
Merthyr Tydfil, UK
Enjoyed Most
The staff were excellent, helpful, professional and friendly. The hotel seemed to be totally run by young people who were doing their best.
Other Comments
I was expecting to stay in an ‘Olde Worlde’ pub, not a modern complex. Totally out of character for its situation. The view from our windows straight onto a row of cars was not good.
Ann
12 Feb, 2025
Friday Bridge, UK
Enjoyed Most
Generally very good
Other Comments
Breakfast was chaotic. Not enough staff. Waited over an hour for eggs Benedict
John
11 Feb, 2025
Upminster, UK
Enjoyed Most
Gorgeous location but the place was not very busy. The breakfast was rather sketchy, no bacon, not much of a choice and only tea and coffee in thermos flasks was a bit of a shock. Otherwise, great location, perfect in a sunnier time of the year!
Roger
11 Feb, 2025
ERITH, UK
Enjoyed Most
Room and booking was good however after ordering breakfast at 08:50 & still not getting it served by10:10 we walked out- service was awful. Staff didn’t seem to care even when we complained- a huge pity
Lisa
11 Feb, 2025
Sandwich, UK
Enjoyed Most
The location was good and the staff were generally friendly.
Other Comments
The staff although friendly were not very knowledgeable about the menus or the wine list.
The breakfast on the first day was a buffet that was cold and not at all appetizing.
I had a glass that was dirty (looked like a small mould patch on the rim) This was changed but the waiter did not apologise!
The room was very tired looking with a big stain on the carpet and on the last evening the toilet was leaking on to the bathroom floor.
Peter
11 Feb, 2025
Godalming, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent
Rod
11 Feb, 2025
Newport, UK
Enjoyed Most
We loved the accommodation, the location and the staff were very friendly
Gregory
10 Feb, 2025
Eastbourne, UK
Enjoyed Most
Comfortable bed
Good evening meal, bar staff friendly.
Lovely area, shame about the English weather. History.
Other Comments
Breakfast ... No greeting. No explanation or shown display of food.
We had to ask for plates, and also no marmalade or jams etc on display, which we had to ask for.
Jugs for hot water /coffee/tea not clearly written for a good sighted person to read on each jug.
My husband poorly sighted could not decipher the difference between each jug.
Juices had no labeling .
The food for breakfast, did not look appetizing. we were not offered alternative eggs, without asking.
This was disappointing, as the meal the evening before was very good.
No offer of help with luggage.
The room we chose , it was not explained that the steps could be difficult , to the next floor or within the room or any warning to take care.
We realised this is 11th century inn, and the style was as expected , but thought we would have been warned of safety issues.
Diane
10 Feb, 2025
Alton, UK
Enjoyed Most
A very nice room great bathroom and convivial staff. We never ate dinner (despite 20% off Travelzoo deal) as reviews were so awful, but have to say that the breakfast the next day was really good, so maybe give it a chance.
Stephen
09 Feb, 2025
London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Our visit was very enjoyable, The Olde Bell is in a lovely quiet rural village close to the river, where we went for a nice walk. The Menu had a good variety to choose from. We had dinner and the breakfast, both of which were delicious. Thank you
Jennifer
09 Feb, 2025
Chesham, UK
Enjoyed Most
We enjoyed our stay but the only negative point was the slow service in the restaurant.
Paul
08 Feb, 2025
Birmingham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Reception staff,restaurant staff ,bar staff,pleasant.helpful and welcoming.
A very peaceful place for great relaxation.
Other Comments
Less salt in the food please!
audrey
05 Feb, 2025
Ilford, UK
Enjoyed Most
The Olde Bell is a beautiful hotel near to Hurley lock. We booked through Travelzoo. The hotel is steeped in history parts of the walls were originally built by Monks about 1150. We had a lovely 1st floor room with super king bed & large ensuite We ate our evening meal there. The food was very tasty unfortunately the service from staff was very slow, I did comment to a couple of the staff about this. Best Western manage the hotel & have done for about a year. The hotel is owned by a couple of billionaire brothers.
Other Comments
The Olde Bell also cater for weddings & has beautiful gardens.
Elaine
05 Feb, 2025
Goring By sea, UK
Other Comments
Should have received a 20% discount on our food but did not receive it
terry
04 Feb, 2025
Hailsham, UK
Enjoyed Most
I like old buildings, and this was fantastic, but air condition in room is a bit noisy as couldn't turn off completely.
Other Comments
Lovily Are for walking.
Danny
04 Feb, 2025
london, UK
Enjoyed Most
We had a great stay. The staff were brilliant and the food was good. It was really good value for money. Our room was spacious with a very large comfy bed. However, the decor was a bit scuffed. We would definitely go back.
Natalie
04 Feb, 2025
London, UK
Enjoyed Most
We had to wait a while at reception to be served.
To our surprise we were allocated the Bridal suite which was very welcome.
Other Comments
Staff extremely friendly and helpful.
Food was excellent and service great
Would definitely go back.
Graham
02 Feb, 2025
Ruislip, UK
Enjoyed Most
I paid extra for a luxury room. Described as large with roll top bath in room. We were given room 6. It had a shower room with roll top bath. A small alcove had a set of drawers and a row of pegs with coat hangers. The small bedroom was up a flight of narrow stairs. This was not how I expected a luxury room to be. I explained this to reception and we were moved to room 8 which was perfect.
Food in the restaurant was very good and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Linda
02 Feb, 2025
Orpington, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very good experience. Easy check in Friendly staff good value for money
Other Comments
In the summer location would be ideal for the river and lock
Peter
02 Feb, 2025
Basingstoke, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very lovely hotel within walking distance of Thames. Close to Marlow which has lots of places to eat and many shops.
Other Comments
Could do with being a bit more diligent with cleaning
Lorraine
01 Feb, 2025
Chelmsford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendliness of staff. Walks close by and the FOC Prosecco!
Other Comments
I paid to upgrade our room. We were in a spacious but mediocre room overlooking your function room with loud events on both nights. Very upset, we should have been told, I would not have booked if I had known.
Staff worked hard but service was very slow in all departments.
Christina
28 Jan, 2025
Petersfield, UK
Enjoyed Most
We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful hotel in a friendly and stunning village with the Thames Path easily accessible. The room was spacious, warm & clean and the staff were exceptionally polite and helpful. We would love to return in the Summer.
Other Comments
Excellent breakfast and evening meal, very friendly staff and very dog friendly too.
Susan
28 Jan, 2025
Shrewsbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
Perfect ticked all the boxes for a great experience!
Mark
27 Jan, 2025
Brighton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Overall good.. Dinner&Brekfast in restaurant was average overall & a little overpriced
Other Comments
Got a good nearly half price deal with TravelZoo, but would both not pay full price
Andrew
26 Jan, 2025
Sunbury-on-Thames, UK
Enjoyed Most
Enjoyable stay. Room was comfortable and spacious. Food was good. Staff were helpful.
Malc
26 Jan, 2025
Carterton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great location to visit Windsor and Henley on Thames. Hotel in a quiet pretty village. Excellent breakfast and food eaten at the hotel. Only negative was due to the hotel having a busy weekend some of the items offered on the menu were unavailable both for dinner and breakfast.
Other Comments
We had a deluxe room which was large and nicely furnished. Nice and warm. Bed a little uncomfortable but that could be down to personal preference of mattress. One or two maintenance issues required which were highlighted to reception. Notes were taken for Maintenance man to fix.
All in all we enjoyed our stay and would definitely return.
David
22 Jan, 2025
Hythe, UK
Enjoyed Most
Helpful staff quickly arranged disabled access room that appeared to have fallen through the cracks.
Other Comments
Food v.good if a tad expensive for my provincial wallet !
steve
22 Jan, 2025
Stevenage, UK
Enjoyed Most
Fantastic old building with lots of character.
The staff were very friendly and informative.
The restaurant food was excellent.
Nigel
21 Jan, 2025
Newmarket, UK
Enjoyed Most
Our only criticism of this hotel was the overpowering smell of cooking in all the areas of the hotel especially in our room( no. 4, ) which was above the kitchen. Whilst we appreciate that this is a very old hotel, we do feel that better
extraction facilities could be installed as this really made our stay unpleasant.
Gillian
21 Jan, 2025
Lancing, UK
Enjoyed Most
Booked this because of the age of the building - worth it! Beautiful place packed with history.
Our room was in the main building and was comfy and cosy with a comfortable bed. Dinner was good but maybe could have done with a few vegetables. Staff were without exception lovely and friendly.
Other Comments
A small pamphlet about the history of the building would be a good idea on reception desk.
JULIE
21 Jan, 2025
Chipping NortonChipping Norton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very enjoyable visit. Friendly and helpful staff. Food very good.
karen
12 Jan, 2025
Southampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely stay through Travel Zoo. Superior room, bottle of prosecco on arrival, breakfast in the morning and late checkout. Well worth the money in a beautiful village!
Was very quiet so not much atmosphere so walked down to the local pub and went for dinner more into the city.
Debbie
10 Jan, 2025
Esher, UK
Other Comments
Hadt to cancel because of illness they were very acomindating
aNGELA
06 Jan, 2025
Godalming, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely hotel, full of character. We stayed in the original building, very quirky and comfortable.
Very pleasant staff and good food. Breakfast cereals could be more varied....no muesli!
I would like to come again in the summer and enjoy the outdoor ambience more....the gardens look beautiful!
Jennifer
05 Jan, 2025
Bedford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very good value for money Lovely food -ate in both nights Would go again
R_anon
31 Dec, 2024
Colchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely hotel, and beautiful location, great staff who are hard working and friendly, and very helpful, our room no was 24 it was a large and spacious room with everything you need in it breakfast was 5 ***** with continental and a cooked breakfast, plenty of choice and fresh fruit
Gary
20 Dec, 2024
Thetford, UK