The Macdonald Compleat Angler sits on the riverbank, offering meals at two on-site restaurants with British dishes. Enjoy a charming garden and terrace for relaxation. Free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. The staff is praised for their helpfulness.
Located in Marlow, Macdonald Compleat Angler is in the city center and on a river. Windsor Castle and All Saints Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include LEGOLAND® Windsor and Longridge Activity Centre. Bekonscot Model Village and Amersham Field Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Marlow travel guide
Marlow Bridge, Marlow, England, SL7 1RG
What's nearby
Thames River
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Thames Path
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Higginson Park
2 min walk - 0.2 km
All Saints Church
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Bisham Abbey
2 min drive - 1.7 km
Getting around
Marlow Station
11 min walk
Heathrow Airport (LHR)
26 min drive
Restaurants
GAIL's Bakery
8 min walk
Satollo
7 min walk
The Chequers Marlow
6 min walk
Côte
8 min walk
The Duke of Cambridge
15 min walk
About this property
Macdonald Compleat Angler
Upscale hotel near Thames River
Consider a stay at Macdonald Compleat Angler and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and British cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with car rentals on site and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-in, and wedding services
Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 64 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
Plasma TVs with satellite channels
Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 26 per person
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
Restaurants on site
Sindhu by Atul Kochhar
The Riverside Restaurant
The Walton Bar & Lounge
Things to do
Fishing
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Business services
Business center
Conference space
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
On a river
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
3 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1640
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
Plasma TV with cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Minibar
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 26.00 per person
Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Property is also known as
Macdonald Compleat Angler
Macdonald Compleat Angler Hotel
Macdonald Compleat Angler Hotel Marlow
Macdonald Compleat Angler Marlow
Macdonald Compleat Angler Hotel
Macdonald Compleat Angler Marlow
Macdonald Compleat Angler Hotel Marlow
Frequently asked questions
Is Macdonald Compleat Angler pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Compleat Angler?
As of 2026/3/8, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Compleat Angler on 2026/3/19 start from NT$4,504, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Macdonald Compleat Angler?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Macdonald Compleat Angler?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Macdonald Compleat Angler located?
Located in the heart of Marlow, this hotel is steps from Thames River, Thames Path, and All Saints Church. Higginson Park and Longridge Activity Centre are also within 15 minutes. Marlow Station is 11 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Macdonald Compleat Angler Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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Our one night stay at the Compleat Angler was lovely. While the building and room could do with a bit of an update, the overall experience was lovely. The staff were friendly; the room was spacious with a very comfy bed; and the amenities were excellent.
Our suite wasn’t the one we had booked, otherwise everything was as expected - a good place to stay whenever you are in Marlow
David
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stefan
2025/11/2
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent service, value and location
Stefan
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Nicky
2026/1/18
Liked: Cleanliness
Welcoming reception . Pleasant staff. Beautiful room . Luke warm rather than hot water bath . Very slow service for food - one salad sent back .
Enjoyed our stay but can see the hotel might need some tlc soon. Beautifully clean though.
Room was really nice and staff were friendly. When we arrived for breakfast a half an hour before last orders there was no bread or pastries left. Half of the cooked breakfast was missing with no explanation and then we discovered that the food was cold but all of the waiters had disappeared so could not complain. I expected more tbh.
Location was excellent and lovely views from the garden.
Nicola
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
S
2025/11/2
Room was lovely wth a balcony overlooking the river & church.
When we first arrived to check in we were a bit too early, and the receptionist was unfriendly
The hotel was ideally located for a stay in Marlow and the views of the river were amazing. Our room was fabulous as we were given a suite as we were on honeymoon. It was huge with it's own balcony and fabulous views. The staff were all friendly and helpful. Dinner in the riverside restaurant was excellent again with views of the river. We would definitely use this hotel again and would recommend.
Lovely hotel on the river. Comfortable and relaxing on the lawn sofas by the river.
Staff very friendly and welcoming.
Lots of do in the area short walk to town lots of pubs bars restaurants spoilt for choice and lots of lovely shops in the area.
Would definitely go back and recommend this hotel nice and clean and breakfast room was lovely. Nice cozy bars and places to sit and chill
The revue says free breakfast - it was NOT!!
The hotel is in a ideal position to walk into Marlow town which has lots of different shops on the High Street.
Our room was very quiet. Bathroom underfloor heating was good.
Parking free for residents.
Sandra
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
David
2025/9/3
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on the river Thames. The property is in need of modernisation. Staff are friendly.
David
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Gordon
2025/12/7
The rooms are tired and could do with a refresh and a lick of paint. Likewise with the bathroom /fittings. No facilities in room to make a cup of tea; just a coffee machine with unidentified coffee pods. Towels were hard could do with fluffing up. Has to pay extra for a speciality coffee at breakfast which is a bit naughty. For what we paid for two nights, somewhat disappointed. We’ve stayed in better for less. If it weren’t for this hotel’s location, I think it would struggle. On the plus side, the staff were friendly, there’s ample parking and its a stones throw into Marlow!
Gordon
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Ian
2025/9/13
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No elevators and stairs going everywhere. While everything was clean, some of the furniture showed notable signs of wear. View and location can't be beat!
Very nice accommodations overlooking the Thames River and All Saints Church. Loved the outdoor seating on the lawn. The food is excellent and the staff is genial. Definitely coming back and bringing family.
Peter
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Linda
2025/7/6
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location excellent. Property is looking tired and in need of an uplift. Comfy bed. Service slow but staff friendly.
We had a great stay at the Compleat Angler for my wife's birthday. Lovely room overlooking the river and very well looked after by the staff.
Beautiful grounds and fabulous river views from the hotel. We shall return.
A very special hotel (location, interiors, history) - but not enough staff to match the quality of it all. Late-September falls between end of summer and before they switch the heating on - so coldish room, and aircon didn't help and couldn't be switched off, and they forget to suggest we use the heater tucked inside the wardrobe. But would absolutely visit again!
Pierre
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
4/10 Poor
Barnabas
2025/11/28
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Goods - room was lovely - comfy bed, clean and tidy.
Bads - food was good in parts, but quite bad in parts too (our Milanese chicken was quite tough, and our breakfast was average at best [poached egg tasted of vinegar, beans were watery etc]). We opted to eat somewhere in Marlow for the second evening.
We had booked two nights in separate bookings (one on work, one leisure), but after a short time in reception, they were able to put us in the same room for both nights (we had to upgrade, but that was understandable). BUT, at around 12pm on day two, one of the staff knocked and burst into the room while my wife was sleeping, and told her off for checking out too late?! When challenged, he was quite defensive, then a little apologetic.
Being honest, it seemed the hotel was struggling to hold things together. We'd wanted to visit this hotel for quite some time, but we won't be going back.
Barnabas
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
4/10 Poor
lawren
2025/9/25
Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel is fine, but not worth the money.
asked to check in a bit early and they charged an extra £60 to do that. I’ve 65 nights in hotels this year and never been charged for that.
Coffee machine in room wasn’t working and asked for replacement 3 times and never got one. Breakfast staff were very friendly and service was good.
Overall hotel is “ok” which is a shame because the location is absolutely stunning.