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Where to stay in Windsor including budget and luxury accommodation
Windsor is quite an expensive place for hotel accommodation. At least that was true until the Travelodge and Holiday Inn Express opened their hotels in the last few years.
The Travelodge Windsor Central, bang in the centre of Windsor is right next to Windsor Central railway station and Windsor Castle is only 3 minutes' walk away. Nearly all other accommodation options are in much grander accommodations.
The Castle Hotel Windsor and Clarion Collection Harte and Garter hotels are in old coaching inn properties directly opposite the main Windsor Castle gates.
The Sir Christopher Wren Hotel is down on the River Thames just five minutes' walk from the castle by Eton Bridge and its stable mate The Christopher over the river in Eton is a similar proposition.
Heathrow Airport - an alternative hotel base for Windsor
Very close to Windsor is Heathrow Airport. There are quite good public transport links between Heathrow and Windsor and especially at weekends hotel rates can be very attractive.
We have many pages covering in depth Heathrow hotels.
Budget and luxury hotels in Windsor
Budget hotels in Windsor
Travelodge Windsor Central is in the centre of Windsor within the shopping centre called King Edward Court.
The entrance is in a pedestrian precinct of the shopping centre, there is no vehicle drop off point. The only car parking is in the multi storey for the shopping centre.
However for those coming by public transport things are much better. The hotel is just around the corner from the platform of Windsor Central Station a distance of around 100m through the shopping centre with frequent trains to London Paddington. In the other direction you can take local buses to Heathrow Airport.
The hotel is in the heart of Windsor, three minutes' walk from the entrance of Windsor Castle and the choice of restaurants can be overwhelming.
There is a handy full size Waitrose supermarket next to the Travelodge.
Travelodge routinely offer Saver Rates that can offer outstanding value. These Saver Rates are only available on-line in advance and the further you book in advance the better your chance of picking up the best rates.
The Holiday Inn Express Windsor is just a 10-minute walk to Windsor Castle and the town centre, offering a solid mid-range option to the budget Travelodge well below the price of the luxury hotels that predominate.
Luxury hotels in Windsor
Directly opposite the main entrance to Windsor Castle are two grand old coaching inns, now luxury hotels. The Harte & Garter and the Castle Hotel Windsor certainly have prime position.
Down by the River Thames by Eton Bridge is the Christopher Wren Hotel, another luxury hotel where you can dine with views of the river. Its stablemate, the Christopher Hotel is another historic coaching Inn on the other side of Eton Bridge on Eton High Street.
Hotels for LEGOLAND
Windsor is the gateway for the Legoland theme park, located just on the outskirts of Windsor. Legoland have their own Legoland hotel accommodation offering within the Legoland site where you can stay in Lego themed hotels.
The Legoland hotel options offer the ultimate Legoland experience but you do pay a significant price premium. You may prefer to save significant cash on your hotel bill by staying at a hotel in the Windsor area.
We have a dedicated page of money saving flexible packages combining Legoland tickets and a wide choice of hotels in the vicinity.
If you do not have your own car then you need choose wisely the location of your hotel and Windsor is the most convenient place to look for accommodation as all public transport for Legoland starts at or runs through the town, with bus stops by Windsor Castle.
All the hotels are within walking distance of the Legoland shuttles. The map on this page shows the location of the hotels described and the bus stops for Legoland.
Our selection of hotels in Windsor
Travelodge Windsor Central 
Consistently the cheapest rooms in Windsor especially if you can get advance purchase saver rates. An A1 position every bit as good as the most expensive hotels in Windsor with Windsor Castle 2 minutes walk. The hotel is situated in a complex in which there is Windsor's main shopping area as well as Windsor Central Station.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • TV • Tea/coffee facilities • Continental breakfast
Location: 2-min walk to Castle, next to Windsor Central Train Station
Holiday Inn Express Windsor
Just a 10-min walk to Windsor Castle and the town centre. Just 57 rooms, family rooms have sofa beds for the kids. Free Wi-Fi is featured in each air-conditioned room as well as a flat-screen LCD TV and an en suite bathroom. Breakfast included in the room rate. Plenty of pubs and restaurants in the locality.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Family rooms available • 24-hr front desk • Breakfast included • Outdoor terrace • Restaurant with kids' menu
Location:10-min walk from Castle and stations
Sir Christopher Wren Hotel & Spa Windsor 
This 17th-century house is between the banks of the River Thames and Windsor Castle. It is now a 4-star hotel and has free Wi-Fi, air-conditioned rooms, an award-winning restaurant and a spa. The spa at Sir Christopher Wren Hotel has a sauna, an outdoor spa bath and a large 3-level gym with yoga and a relaxation room.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Terrace • Eton Bridge views • Bar, restaurant and live music • On-site spa
Location: Right by river, 2-min walk to Windsor Castle
The Christopher Hotel
Dating back to 1711, this boutique style hotel and former coaching inn is Eton’s only hotel. Just a 10-min walk across Eton Bridge and you are at Windsor Castle and railway stations. Christopher's Bar and Grill is open all day every day for informal dining and drinks. After a peaceful night, wake up and enjoy a family breakfast, which is included in the price of your stay.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • 24-hr reception • Single and family rooms available • Sun-deck • Free parking
Location: On Eton High Street
Castle Hotel Windsor
Dating back to 1528, this hotel with its rich heritage is in a superb position, directly opposite the world-renowned Windsor Castle. The hotel has 108 modern and traditionally-decorated rooms, all with minibar and internet access. Enjoy locally produced, seasonal food from the restaurant, or a coffee, craft ales or cocktails at the bar.
Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • 24-hr reception • Single and family rooms available • Complementary toiletries • Parking
Location: Directly opposite Windsor Castle
