Hotels in Maidenhead

Yes, Maidenhead is worth a visit—especially if you’re looking for a mix of riverside walks, local history and easy access to nearby attractions. It’s located on the River Thames, with options for boat trips and scenic walks. Nearby places like Windsor Castle and Cliveden House are also close by. With parks, a heritage centre and riverside cafes, it's a good choice for a relaxed weekend away. 

No, Maidenhead isn’t part of London. It’s located in Berkshire, just over 25 miles west of central London. Although not part of the city, it’s extremely well connected—especially now with the Elizabeth Line (Crossrail), which offers services to places like Paddington, Bond Street and Canary Wharf.  

Maidenhead is known for several reasons. Historically, it played a significant role as a coaching stop between London and Bath and later became an important location on the Great Western Railway. One of its best-known landmarks is Brunel’s Sounding Arch, a railway bridge that broke engineering records at the time and appeared in Turner’s painting Rain, Steam and Speed – The Great Western Railway. Maidenhead is also known for its riverside setting and proximity to stately homes and gardens like Cliveden House.  

Maidenhead is a medium-sized town with a laid-back pace, ideal if you’re after a break from busy city life. It has all the essentials—shops, parks, cafes, and restaurants—without feeling crowded. It’s bigger than a quiet village but smaller and more relaxed than a big city like Reading. Plus, the town is growing, with new developments giving it a bit of a fresh vibe. 

There’s plenty to keep you busy in and around Maidenhead! You can start by visiting the Maidenhead Heritage Centre, where you can learn about the town’s rich history and even try out a Spitfire simulator. For a grand day out, head to Cliveden House near Taplow—a National Trust estate with gardens, woodlands and a maze to explore. Art and history lovers will enjoy a walk to the Sounding Arch, the famous railway bridge featured in Turner’s painting Rain, Steam and Speed. A short trip away, you can explore Windsor Castle and catch the Changing of the Guard. And if you fancy some time on the water, the River Thames offers steamboat cruises, motorboat hire, and kayaking.  

Yes, Maidenhead has a walkable town centre that’s easy to explore. You’ll find a mix of high-street stores, independent shops, cafes and places to grab a bite. The Nicholsons Shopping Centre is right in the middle, and the surrounding streets are dotted with bakeries, bookshops and supermarkets. It's a handy place to browse, pick up essentials, and stop for coffee or lunch while you’re exploring the area. 

You’ll find all the usual high-street names, plus some independent stores, boutiques, and a few surprises tucked away. It’s not a huge retail centre, but it’s easy to get around and has a relaxed atmosphere. A regular farmers' market adds to the local feel, with fresh produce and handmade goods, and pop-up stalls often bring extra variety.  

Absolutely—the riverside is one of Maidenhead’s highlights. The Thames Path runs right through, offering great walking routes with plenty of places to stop along the way. You can take a gentle stroll from Maidenhead Bridge to Boulter’s Lock, relax with a riverside coffee, or sit and watch the boats pass by. Feeling more adventurous? You can keep going toward Cliveden Reach, where the path winds through beautiful woodland and open stretches—great for picnics and longer walks.  

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.