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Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
Rating : 4 Star
Address : Old Mill Lane, Maidenhead, United Kingdom
General Description for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
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.
Overview for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
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.
Places of Interest for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
Fat Duck restaurant: three blocks Windsor racecourse: 3 miles Windsor castle: 4.5 miles Legoland: 4.5 miles Ascot racecourse: 11 miles Thorpe Park theme park: 12 miles
Cancellation Policy for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
This reservation may be cancelled at no charge up to 1 day prior to the day of arrival.
Car Parking for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
Free, private car parking with 24/7 security.
Checkin Policy for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
Check in time 14:00.
Check out time 11:00
Checkin Time for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
2:00 PM
Checkout Time for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
11:00 AM
Child Policy for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
Childre are allowed in Monkey Island Hotel.
Dining for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
The Standard of Cuisine in the Rosette Award Winning Pavilion Dining Room Reflects the Exemplary Service and Hospitality of the Hotel.
the Candles Lounge and Monkey Room Lounge Perfectly Complement the Formal Dining Room With a Selection of Lighter Meals and Bar Snacks
Location for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
Heathrow and Windsor Area
Location Description for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
outskirts
Accommodation for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
Terrace-One double or two twin beds. Balcony or terrace overlooking the Thames River. Satellite television, direct-dial phone, complimentary wireless Internet, tea and coffee facilities, minibar. Bathroom with shower and bath combination, hair dryer, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries. Complimentary daily newspaper.
Double Garden-One double or two twin beds. Windows open onto views of the gardens or Thames River. Satellite television, direct-dial phone, complimentary wireless Internet, tea and coffee facilities, minibar. Bathroom with shower and bath combination, hair dryer, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries. Complimentary daily newspaper.
Peacock Suite-One king or two twin beds. Separate sitting area which can be used as second bedroom. Balcony overlooking the Thames River. Satellite television, direct-dial phone, complimentary wireless Internet, tea and coffee facilities, minibar. Bathroom with shower and bath combination, hair dryer, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries. Complimentary daily newspaper.
Twin Room-Two twin beds. Windows open onto views of the gardens or Thames River. Satellite television, direct-dial phone, complimentary wireless Internet, tea and coffee facilities, minibar. Bathroom with shower and bath combination, hair dryer, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries. Complimentary daily newspaper.
Single room-One twin bed. Balcony. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Satellite TV. Coffee/tea maker and minibar. Complimentary newspaper. Hair dryer. Complimentary toiletries.
How to reach for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
Take junction 89 from the M4 motorway- As you leave the main motorway, take the exit signposted Maidenhead Central- At the end of this slip road, take the third exit from the roundabout signposted to Windsor A308- Follow this road for approximately 800 yards. In front of you is a concrete flyover bridge-just before this, turn left into upper Bray road (the road is signposted to Bray)- Follow this road it will narrow on a bridge going over a small stream- The road will bear quite sharp to the left. In front of you it will narrow again between 2 white buildings. Immediately before this there is a turning on the right opposite the Crown Pub, called Old Mill Lane. Take this turning.- At the end of this short road is a forked junction, take the centre option and follow this road round a sharp bend to the right and then keep going straight down.- You will pass over the motorway, past a small private development of new houses on your right and then you will see a blue sign Monkey Island Hotel opposite a pinkpeach villa style house, turn left and you end up in the hotel car park.- You will find a footbridge beside a small hexagonal hut. This is the entrance to the Island!
Services for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Dry Cleaning, VIP Room Facilities, Breakfast in the Room, Internet Services, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included
General Facilities for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
Entire property is non-smoking, Historic building, Credit card accepted, Garden, Free parking, Bar, Restaurant, Laundry service, Room service - 24 hour, Room service - full menu, Front desk - safety deposit box, Front desk - 24 hour, Front desk - fax service, City tour, Newspapers, City guide, City maps, Tourist information, Luggage room, Multilingual staff, Personal newspapers, Meeting room, Banqueting service, Heating, Cot available upon request, Rooms with view, Iron and ironing boards in room, Hairdryer in room, Non-smoking rooms, Mini bar, Direct dial phone, High speed Internet connection, Writing desk, Groups welcome, Cable TV, Wireless Internet connection, Additional beds, Wireless Internet connection in the entire property, Free coffee and tea making facilities
Room Facilities for Monkey Island Hotel Maidenhead
Cable/satellite TV, Wake-up calls, Complimentary newspaper, Minibar, Coffee/tea maker, Housekeeping, Extra towels/bedding, Private bathroom, Bathrobes, Complimentary toiletries, Hair dryer, Clock radio, Desk, Window opens, Cribs (infant beds) available, Trouser press, Iron/ironing board (on request, Direct-dial phone, Internet access - wireless, Internet access - complimentar, Sewing kit, Shower/tub combination