Monkey Island Estate - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World - Bray
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5-star private island retreat on the River Thames with a floating spa
Elegant Accommodation
Monkey Island Estate offers 5-star rooms across the main Temple building and the Barn. The Temple Terrace Room provides a private terrace overlooking the River Thames. Rooms include air conditioning, private bathrooms with Elemis bath products, and complimentary soft drinks in the minibar.
Dining Experience
The Monkey Island Brasserie serves British cuisine with locally sourced ingredients, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Afternoon tea is available with finger sandwiches, scones, and a selection of teas. The Monkey Bar offers creative cocktails and a whisky menu in an elegant setting.
Wellness & Spa
The Floating Spa is a moored canal boat offering massages, facials, and body treatments. Guests highlight Sophie's facials as a standout experience using high-quality products. The spa also provides a fitness centre with new equipment and a relaxation area with river views.
Location & Grounds
The estate sits on a private island on the River Thames, reachable by a pedestrian footbridge or by boat. Guests can explore the landscaped gardens with beehives, greenhouses, and a picnic area. The hotel's location is 8 km from Windsor Castle, 9 km from Dorney Lake, and a 6-minute drive to Maidenhead station for Elizabeth Line services to London.
Experiences & Weddings
The estate offers a self-drive electric boat for exploring the Thames, with pre-ordered food from the Brasserie. Monkey Island Estate is a wedding venue with exclusive use of the entire island for events with up to 130 guests. Additional services include babysitting, concierge, and airport shuttle from Heathrow Airport (21 km away).
- Private island: Accessed via footbridge or boat, 800-year history
- Floating Spa: Wellness treatments on a moored canal boat
- Rooms: Temple rooms with river views, Barn rooms with courtyard access
- Dining: British cuisine with vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free options, afternoon tea
- Activities: Self-drive electric boat hire, riverside walks, Bray Lake nearby
- Location: 8 km from Windsor Castle, 21 km from Heathrow Airport
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Free Wi-Fi
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Shower
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Free Wi-Fi
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Shower
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Paid airport shuttle
Fitness centre
Spa & wellness centre
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Golf course
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Monkey Island Estate - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World
| 💵 Lowest room price | 202 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 300 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 27.0 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | London Heathrow, LHR |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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