Macdonald Compleat Angler

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Exterior
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Marlow Bridge, Marlow, England, SL7 1RG
  • Place, Thames River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Thames Path
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Higginson Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Marlow

Macdonald Compleat Angler places you next to Thames River and Thames Path. This 4-star hotel has 64 guestrooms and offers conveniences like 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Thames River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Thames Path - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Higginson Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • All Saints Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bisham Abbey - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Marlow Station - 11 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪GAIL's Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Satollo - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Côte - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zizzi - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Compleat Angler

Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants and a 24-hour front desk
Macdonald Compleat Angler features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a business center, express check-in, and a terrace.
Guests can expect plasma TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers, designer toiletries, and bathrobes. Other amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • 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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Macdonald Compleat Angler?

Macdonald Compleat Angler offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Compleat Angler?

As of Jan 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Compleat Angler on Jan 18, 2026 start from $116.3, 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.

What's there to do around Macdonald Compleat Angler?

This hotel is located in Marlow, just steps from Thames River and Thames Path, and within a short walk of Higginson Park. You'll also find All Saints Church and Longridge Activity Centre less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Macdonald Compleat Angler?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Macdonald Compleat Angler include a casino on the premises?

No, Macdonald Compleat Angler doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Macdonald Compleat Angler?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Macdonald Compleat Angler a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include around-the-clock room service, a minibar, and free Internet access.

Are there hot tubs at Macdonald Compleat Angler?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Macdonald Compleat Angler feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Macdonald Compleat Angler has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Macdonald Compleat Angler allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Macdonald Compleat Angler for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Macdonald Compleat Angler?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Macdonald Compleat Angler?

The closest major airport to Macdonald Compleat Angler is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is 20.9 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Farnborough (FAB), which is located 29.6 mi away (52-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Macdonald Compleat Angler?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Macdonald Compleat Angler.

Does Macdonald Compleat Angler have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Macdonald Compleat Angler.

Macdonald Compleat Angler Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 353 out of 781 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 781 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 781 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 781 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 781 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All staff were very helpful and friendly . Picturesque location on river beside famous bridge .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daire

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nn
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a lovely experience. Room beautiful with idyllic views. Loved the penhaligans toiletries. Breakfast very good. A few points to note. We waited 45 mins after arrival for a bottle of Prosecco to be brought to our room by which time we only had a short amount of time before heading to dinner. The room was hot and we couldn’t turn the radiator off or the air conditioning on. The water pump was intermittent so water pressure in shower was very very low for a couple of showers, but fine for others. Thankyou, I hope this is helpful, Sally (Room 102)
Hôtel Macdonald Compleat Anchor at night
Hôtel Macdonald Compleat Anchor from Marlow Bridge
Marlow Bridge, from Hotel into Marlow
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pierre

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

lawren

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Artem

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Couples night away

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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family wedding

Beautiful location in tranquil Marlow at the foot of Marlow Bridge. Dining at Riwaaz
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patsy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER, Oxford

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and friendly service. Convenient. Comfortable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

well situated

Well situated hotel on the Thames, comfortable room and freshly cooked breakfast. East walking distance to the Town which was lucky. The hotel is cashless which they advised by email. What they did not advise was to book restaurant in advance. As a hotel resident we were unable to book a table as it was fully booked, not advised when we checked in. Tis is not what we expect from a Macdonald hotel so very disappointed so be aware if booking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

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!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Lookout Mtn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and proximity to Marlow.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've enjoyed the Compleat Angler for many years way back into the 90s, however recently, I suppose like most things, disappointment sets in. My one night recently with an old school friend exposed how things have changed: families allowing their young children to ride light-up scooters on the marble floors of the lobby, next to the bar area just ruined what this hotel used to represent: old British class on the river, sophisticated elegance, sorry probably won't be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curt

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on the river Thames. The property is in need of modernisation. Staff are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

RONAN

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very nice, especially the cleaning staff, very helpful and the rooms are immaculately clean, great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025