Dating from 1840, this unique hotel rests on its own private island in the middle of the River Thames. Accessible only by footbridge or boat, Monkey Island Hotel is surrounded by beautiful gardens, where you can watch the play of river activity, from the river boats that ply the Thames to the swans that merge elegantly with their surroundings. Here, natural beauty and architectural elegance combine to offer a truly unique and exclusive hotel experience.
Type of accommodation listed
B&B
Hotel
Guest house
Pub
Hostel
Location of your accommodation
Address
Monkey Island Hotel
Old Mill Lane
Maidenhead
Berkshire
SL6 2EE
Official rating
4
Rooms description
It is generally assumed that the island takes its name from the monkey paintings by French artist Andie de Clermontin in the Pavilion. This, however, is a popular misconception. The name derives from the earlier title of Monks Eyot, indication that monks were using the island, probably in association with their fisheries. The monks resided on a moated site near Bray Lock on the Buckinghamshire bank of the river from 1197 until the Dissolution. After the Great Fire of London in 1666, to aid rebuilding the city, Oxfordshire stone was shipped down stream to the capital in barges. On their return, rubble was discarded on many of the Thames islands, providing Monkey Island with a solid, raised foundation for building. Around 1723, Charles Spencer, the 3rd Duke of Marlbough, purchased the island and erected a fishing lodge and temple. The lodge, now the Pavilion, was built of wood blocks cut to look like stone which remain in their original state today. The Temple was originally open on the ground floor like a market stall, with the ceiling of the room above depicting Neptune and mermaids in plasterwork of Wedgwood style. By 1840, the Pavilion had become a riverside inn, reachable by ferry from the south bank. Visitors have been staying here ever since.
Number of rooms
26
Singles
Doubles
Twins
Triples
Family room
Ensuite
Seaviews
4 poster bed
Air conditioning
Telephone
TV
DVD
Bath
Shower
Hairdyer
Tea/coffee making
Trouser press
Fridge
Internet Wifi
Disabled access
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Families and Pets
Families welcome
Baby friendly
Baby gates
High chairs
Cots
Baby sitting
Pets
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Parking
Free parking
Parking type
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Bar
Restaurant
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Hot tub
Jacuzzi
Gym
Spa
Lift
Room service
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Prices and Payment
Prices for a room start from £69.
Late availability
Late check in
Special offers
Payment types
Cash
Cheques
Credit card
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Activities close by
Fishing
Golf
Cycling
Boating
Swimming
Horse riding
Tennis
Walking
Beach
Sea
Pub
Shops
Restaurant
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Nearest
Airport
Airport shuttle available
Train station
National park
Information on this page
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