Cliveden House

We stopped off here on our way back from Somerset and had a wonderful walk along the Thames, visited the ornate chapel (burial place of William Waldorf Astor, of Waldorf salad fame and the Waldorf Astoria) and ate in the National Trust restaurant. All very nice. Some lovely views across the glorious countryside and the river, as well as admiring of the house itself. We didn't have time to go inside the house, so maybe another day. Suffice to say, it wont disappoint, looking at the grandeur of the outside and its setting.

Cliveden House is a truly stunning historical building. From the moment I arrived, I felt transported to another era. The staff were incredibly attentive and professional, setting the tone for an exceptional stay. I was escorted to my room overlooking the pool, where every detail had been thought of with care. The main restaurant is simply breathtaking: elegant interiors, a view of the gardens that is second to none, and a rich history that made me feel privileged to dine in such an iconic setting. The food was outstanding, and the service elevated the experience even further. Special kudos to the team – their attention to detail was impeccable throughout. They even remembered my breakfast order the next morning, so I didn’t need to mention it again… what a level of service! You made my stay truly memorable. What a magical place, I cannot wait to be back!

I have emailed customer services at Cliveden but surprisingly have had neither an acknowledgement nor reply. Our afternoon tea was excellent but I raised my concerns about the very poor toilets , both with broken seats & not 5 star standard. They could easily resolve this!

Such a beautiful place, excellent food and very attentive and friendly staff. The interiors are wonderful and the ground that surround the house is magnificent. We loved the Spa area and the treatments. Highly recommend for a memorable long weekend.

The hotel was horrible. Although the room was spacious, it didn’t have a fridge. When I asked to watch TV because my phone couldn’t connect and Netflix wasn’t allowed, they offered me a CD player—something way outdated that I’m too young for. Room service was unreachable; no one would pick up the phones. They misled us about activities—promising that after booking a room, we’d get activities, only to tell us after booking that none were available. We paid £1,400 a night for a terrible experience. The food wasn’t well-organized, and the overall organization was poor. I’m very disappointed and would never go there again, nor would I advise anyone else to.