Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Luxury Hotel & Spa in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Danesfield House Hotel & Spa, established in 1901, offers a unique blend of historic elegance and modern luxury in Marlow, Buckinghamshire. Nestled within 65 acres of formal gardens, the hotel provides breathtaking views of the River Thames and Chiltern Hills. With 60 individually designed bedrooms and suites, guests experience bespoke comfort ranging from traditional four-poster beds to contemporary two-floor layouts. The award-winning Spa Illuminata features a 20-metre pool, eight treatment rooms, and wellness facilities.Culinary excellence is showcased through seasonal British cuisine in The Orangery and intimate dining in The Oak Room. The hotel also hosts weddings and events in its grand spaces, combining timeless architecture with impeccable service. With over a century of hospitality experience, the team ensures every guest enjoys a refined 'home from home' atmosphere, supported by attentive concierge services and seasonal packages tailored to relaxation, celebration, and exploration.
Services
Luxury Accommodation
Award-Winning Spa
Gourmet Dining
Event Hosting
Afternoon Tea
Wedding Services
Private Dining
Cocktail Bar
Gardens & Grounds
Concierge Services
Details
- Year established: 1901
Highlights and features
- We offer over a century of experience in luxury hospitality since 1901
- Our 60 individually designed rooms ensure unique, personalized stays
- Award-winning Spa Illuminata with 20m pool and eight treatment rooms
- Executive Chef curates seasonal British cuisine with local ingredients
- Host weddings and events in historic spaces with panoramic river views
Services
Luxury Accommodation
Experience individually designed rooms and suites with traditional four-poster beds, contemporary layouts, and panoramic river views. All accommodations feature luxury amenities and attention to detail, with options including classic, superior, deluxe, junior suites, and duplex suites across 65 acres of formal gardens.
Award-Winning Spa
Relax at Spa Illuminata with a 20-metre pool, eight treatment rooms, sauna, Jacuzzi, and gym. Enjoy signature skincare treatments, body therapies, and seasonal packages like the Aroma Spa Break. The spa offers day access, residential experiences, and health club memberships for holistic wellbeing and relaxation.
Gourmet Dining
Savor seasonal British cuisine crafted by Executive Chef Matthew Edmonds using local ingredients. Dine in The Orangery for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, or experience the intimate Oak Room's tasting menus. Afternoon tea options include classic, vegetarian, and champagne varieties served daily overlooking the River Thames.
Event Hosting
Host weddings, private parties, and corporate events in historic spaces accommodating 10110 guests. Choose from civil ceremony suites, grand halls, and exclusive hotel hire options with tailored menus and event planning support. Christmas and New Year packages include festive lunches, galas, and themed celebrations.
Afternoon Tea
Enjoy traditional afternoon tea in The Orangery with tiered trays of sandwiches, pastries, and scones. Upgrade to champagne varieties or speciality menus for children. Served daily from 1-4pm against a backdrop of Chiltern Hills vistas, with advance reservations recommended for weekend slots.
People
Matthew Edmonds
Executive Chef
Executive Chef Matthew Edmonds curates seasonal British cuisine using local ingredients at Danesfield House. He oversees The Orangery's menus and creates exclusive tasting experiences in The Oak Room, combining culinary artistry with the hotel's heritage setting.
Questions
What room types are available at Danesfield House?
We offer Classic Rooms, Superior Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, Junior Suites, and Duplex Suites, each individually designed with traditional or contemporary features, four-poster beds, and river views.
Does the hotel have spa facilities?
Yes, our award-winning Spa Illuminata includes a 20-metre pool, eight treatment rooms, sauna, Jacuzzi, gym, and signature skincare/body treatments available through day passes or residential packages.
Can I book afternoon tea without staying overnight?
Afternoon tea is available to both residents and non-residents in The Orangery daily from 1-4pm. We recommend advance reservations, particularly for weekend slots.
Are weddings permitted at Danesfield House?
We host weddings for 10–110 guests in our historic spaces, offering civil ceremonies, exclusive hotel hire, and tailored packages with gourmet catering and event planning support.
What dining options exist for hotel guests?
Residents enjoy seasonal British cuisine in The Orangery for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with The Oak Room offering tasting menus. Room service is available from 12:00–22:00 daily.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Complimentary parking is available for guests on the hotel grounds, with valet parking options during peak periods or special events.
