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Bel & The Dragon Cookham

4.0 star property
Inn with free breakfast, a short walk to Thames River

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Experience the charm of Bel & The Dragon, a country inn offering a bar, bedrooms, garden, and restaurant.
Enjoy a selection of fine wines and craft cocktails at our bar, featuring a menu of classic drinks.
Children can play on the slide and enjoy the surrounding garden.
Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, bedside table, and reading lamp.
Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with comfortable seating and shade provided by umbrellas.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is £116
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug

Room options

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Tonight

Jul 30 - Jul 31
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Tomorrow

Jul 31 - Aug 1
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Premium Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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High Street, Cookham, Maidenhead, England, SL6 9SQ

What's nearby

  • Thames Path - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cliveden House - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • National Trust Cliveden - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Hedsor House - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Windsor Castle - 17 min drive - 11.2 miles

Getting around

  • Maidenhead Cookham Station - 13 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jolly Farmer - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Afternoon Tea in the Great Hall - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Daisy Love Cookham - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Keg - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Eats of Eden - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Bel & The Dragon Cookham

Upscale inn near Thames River
Close to Cliveden House, Bel & The Dragon Cookham provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Wedding services, free newspapers and 1 meeting room
  • Smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, as well as perks such as free WiFi and espresso makers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hairdryers
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Bel Dragon Cookham Inn
Bel Dragon Cookham Inn Maidenhead
Bel Dragon Cookham Maidenhead
Bel Dragon Cookham Mainhead
Bel Dragon Cookham Inn Maidenhead
Bel Dragon Cookham Inn
Bel Dragon Cookham Maidenhead
Bel & The Dragon Cookham Inn
Bel & The Dragon Cookham Maidenhead
Bel & The Dragon Cookham Inn Maidenhead

Frequently asked questions

Is Bel & The Dragon Cookham pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bel & The Dragon Cookham?

As of 30 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bel & The Dragon Cookham on 25 Aug 2025 start from £116.10, including 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 at Bel & The Dragon Cookham?

This inn doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Bel & The Dragon Cookham?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Bel & The Dragon Cookham?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Bel & The Dragon Cookham located?

Situated in a rural location, this inn is within a 5-minute walk of Thames Path and Thames River. National Trust Cliveden and Cliveden House are also within 2 miles (3 km). Maidenhead Cookham Station is 13 minutes by foot and Bourne End Station is 25 minutes.

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Bel & The Dragon Cookham Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 309 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 309 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 309 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 309 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 309 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pub, lovely rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The check-in was straight forward and the rooms lovely. The beer garden was lovely. Breakfast in the morning was fantastic, great selection.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for restaurants and bars I love staying at Bel & the dragon cookham and will return again very soon
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing comfortable accommodation set in historic Old coaching a short walk from Thames. Staff friendly and helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic find! Great location. Very clean. Very friendly staff. Dinner was delicious! Not very easy to park but wait after 6 pm and spaces become available. Overall, we liked the hotel a lot.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

D

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

Historic pub set in quaint village near Thames

Wonderful historic pub with bags of atmosphere and attentive friendly staff. Excellent room with very comfortable bed and great breakfast selenction in the morning
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only negative no onsite parking. Village busy and parking limited but available to find with some patience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Well worth its popularity!

Nice property! Not an abundance of seating in the bar area, but an excellent restaurant and friendly staff. Room was clean and well appointed. I like a hard bed, but it might have been a bit too much even for me. A really great stay overall!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great nights sleep at an old inn. Friendly welcome and lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

rajan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience and staff were all lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The inn was lovely Breakfast very good although another juice choice and the juice and water colder would have made a difference The bedroom was also extremely warm even with the heating off But all in all descent place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven & Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms and excellent service and the breakfast was delicious. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vikkie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel , and perfect for us staying for a local wedding staff were really friendly and a great night sleep had, will return for a full stay soon.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Petrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having been here before was able to easily check in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic rooms, service, staff, restaurant, bar and location. cant fault anything about this hotel and I've been coming here all year when in the area for business.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

You must stay!

Really lovely place to stay with great food and service. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances

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

Our overnight stop

Really enjoyable stay. Everyone was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nicola

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

Bel & Dragon

Lovely room and staff really friendly. Other guests were noisy so need to invest in a bit of soundproofing of doors
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

Delighted

We loved our stay at The Bel and Dragon. Beautiful surroundings, friendly staff, pretty village by the river. Great breakfast too - thumbs up!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Absolutely charming place

Had a lovely stay in Cookham and the room and facilities were lovely - full of charm and nice touches. The staff were super friendly and helpful and the breakfast was delicious. 100% recommend a stay here
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the quiet atmosphere in Cookham. Glad we opted to stay here instead of Marlow. Fabulous hotel. Great atmosphere in pub and dining room. Great selection of wines. Gorgeous outdoor area. Breakfast was fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Really nice little place to stay.

Generally a very nice stay, great staff and location, rooms nice and clean. Not a negative point to say about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mix of modern and old beats staying at the big corperate hotels at a fraction of the cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023