History

Founded in 2016 by Bassam Shlewet, Hurley House Hotel is an independently owned luxury boutique hotel created as a sanctuary of laid-back elegance. Designed for those who appreciate exceptional food, refined surroundings, and genuine hospitality, Hurley House is a place where people can truly unwind.

The hotel features ten bedrooms, a stylish restaurant and bar, and private event and meeting spaces, all thoughtfully designed to balance contemporary luxury with relaxed comfort.

After a 24-month refurbishment of the former Red Lyon pub, Hurley House Hotel has been transformed into a welcoming retreat. From the carefully curated limited-edition artwork by Todd White to the luxury bed linen by Soak & Sleep every detail has been thought out to reflect contemporary style, refined elegance, and laid-back luxury.

 

Our Team

Our long-serving, friendly front-of-house team are delighted to welcome you and ensure every visit feels personal. Behind the scenes, our talented kitchen team brings a wealth of expertise in Japanese and international cuisine, with each chef having a minimum of 12 years’ experience, trained across the world. Our events team specialises in bespoke events, passionate about creating lasting memories while taking care of the finer details along the way.

Get in touch

Book a TableBook a Room

01628 568500

For dining & accommodation, contact hello@hurleyhouse.co.uk

For events, contact events@hurleyhouse.co.uk

 

Our Location

Nestled in the picturesque Berkshire countryside in the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead, Hurley House is close to Marlow, Henley, and Maidenhead, just an hour from Central London and 10 minutes from Maidenhead Train Station with Elizabeth Line access. Whether you are attending an event in Marlow, a wedding in Henley or just wanting a weekend away from London, our location allows you to enjoy the serenity of the countryside, with luxurious surroundings and stunning food.

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Customer Reviews

Top Notch

"A terrific spot to spend our first night in the UK on this trip. Top notch rooms, service, and food." May 2026

Great food at Hurley House

"Always have great food at Hurley House Hotel. Excellent for a special occasion because you know you won't be disappointed." May 2026

One of the best hotels

"An exceptionally comfortable hotel One of the best hotels we have stayed in, spotlessly clean, friendly helpful staff and pleasant environment. We would highly recommend staying." May 2026

A truly special place

"A truly special place. Amazing food served by an incredible front of house team." May 2026

Attentive and friendly

"Staff very attentive and friendly. We were a party of 8 and it was great where we were sitting as we felt quite separate from the other diners. One criticism, we all found the lighting too dim , in fact we had to use light on phone to read the menu." May 2026

Very impressed

"Lovely staff, very impressed with you courteous team" May 2026

Food and service were exceptional

"We visited for my father’s birthday and the food and service were exceptional! We would highly recommend and look forward to visiting again soon" May 2026

Very friendly service

"Very friendly service. Complimentary non alcoholic fizz was a lovely touch, always feel that there are too many cakes and to few finger sandwiches with any afternoon tea, although the other savoury items made up for the lack of sandwiches, took most of the cakes home🙂" May 2026

So welcoming

"The hotel staff were so welcoming and couldn’t do any more to help us. The rooms are amazing and the food is also superb. Will definitely come back again!" May 2026

We loved every aspect of our stay

"We loved the facilities, but the staff were amazing! Everyone made us feel welcome, I would love to also give special thanks to the new night porter Tamas, he was absolutely fantastic and very helpful!" May 2026

Fabulous experience

"Fabulous experience. Excellent service that was both professional and friendly. The food was excellent and lived up to all our expectations. We will certainly be back with friends very soon!" May 2026

Most gorgeous weekend

"We stayed here to celebrate our engagement and had the most gorgeous weekend. We ate in the hotel’s restaurant for dinner and the Japanese menu was divine, our room was beautiful, there was live music in the bar. Would recommend to anyone" May 2026

Impeccable

"We celebrated our son's 16th birthday at the restaurant and want to thank the team for their impeccable, warm and generous service and delicious Japanese food. We will definitely be returning." May 2026

Will certainly be returning

"First visit and will certainly be returning and in all honesty having been to similar restaurants such as Nobu in London I actually found the overall experience and food here much better" April 2026

Food was ample and delicious

"Great afternoon tea Had an afternoon tea, a gift from our son for the wife’s birthday via a well known “experience” website. Very welcoming staff and good friendly service. Comfortable and with a nice ambience. Food was ample, delicious and well presented. It was a struggle, but we beat it 😂 Although we sat inside, the outside area also looked inviting. Definitely worth a visit. It did seem odd not having to ask for the bill and pay though 😁" April 2026

Awards

Traveller Review Award 2026 - Booking.com
Winner 2025-2026 Gold "Business Events Venue of the Year"
Winner 2026 "Best Breakfast" in the UK
Winner 2024-2025 Gold "Business Events Venue of the Year"
Winner 2025 "Best Small and Exclusive Property" in the UK
Traveller Review Award 2025 - Booking.com
AA Gold Star Award - 2025 (5*)
AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence 2025
Tripadvisor Traveller's Choice Awards 2024
AA Gold Star Award - 2024 (5*)
AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence 2024
Winner 2023-2024 Gold "Business Events Venue of the Year"
Winner 2024 "Best Value Experience" in the UK and Ireland
Winner 2022-2023 Silver" Business Events Venue of the Year"
Finalist 2023 "Best Small and Exclusive Property" in the UK and Ireland
AA Gold Star Award - 2023 (5*)
AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence 2023
TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice 2022
Winner 2022 "Boutique Hotel of the Year - Home Counties"
Winner 2021-2022 Silver "Business Events Venue of the Year"
Winner 2021-2022 Silver "Small Serviced Accommodation Provider of the Year"
Finalist 2022 "Best Small and Exclusive Property" in the UK and Ireland
Winner 2022 "Best Boutique Hotel & Wedding Venue" Berkshire
Restaurant Guru 2022 - Best Restaurant
Winner 2021 "Best Small and Exclusive Property" in the UK and Ireland
The MICHELIN Plate : good cooking - 2021
Winner "Good Food Award for Gastro Pubs 2021"
TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice 2021
Winner 2021 " Best Boutique Hotel & Wedding Venue - BERKSHIRE"
Winner 2020 " Boutique Hotel of the Year ‐ Home Counties"
Winner "Good Food Award for Gastro Pubs 2020"
Finalist 2020 "Best Hotel for Sustainability" in the UK and Ireland
Winner 2019-2020 Silver "Small Hotel of the Year"
Winner 2019 "Best Small Luxury Gastronomic Boutique Hotel Worldwide"
Winner 2019 "Best Boutique Hotel - Home Counties"
Winner 2019 "Best Small and Exclusive Property" in the UK and Ireland
Winner 2019 "Best Boutique Stay" Berkshire
OpenTable Diners' Choice Winner - 2020
Mr & Mrs Smith Hotel Collection Nomination
5/5 Hotels.com

Careers

At Hurley House Hotel, we are always on the lookout for talented, passionate people to join us in a range of positions.

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PROJECT CONSULTANTS AND SUPPLIERS

  • Architect:  Spratley Studios Ltd.
  • Structural Engineer:  P J Davies Associates Ltd.
  • M&E Engineers: Freeman Beesley Ltd.
  • Quantity Surveyor: JAM Management Ltd.
  • Building Contractor:  Boshers (Cholsey) Limited
  • Finishing Contractor: West 4 Space Ltd.
  • Underground works: D.H. Bond
  • Interior Design: Summer Williams Design
  • Lighting Design: Studio EG
  • Electrical Contractor: Darke & Taylor Limited
  • Mechanical Contractor: Warburton
  • Landscape Contractor: Nicholson Nurseries Limited
  • Car park tarmac and marking: John Lee Tarmac
  • Kitchen Contractor: DF20
  • Interior fit-out: EE Smith Contracts
  • CCTV System: Integrated Security Consultants
  • Wi-Fi & Music System: AV Custom
  • Plants & Trees: Riverside Nurseries
  • Parasols and Awning: Alfresco Europe
  • Planning Consultants: The John Phillips Planning Consultancy
  • Graphic Design: To The Point
  • Sign-makers: Signbox Limited
  • External photography and drone filming: Meadows Farm Studios

PROJECT MATERIALS AND COLOURS

  • Stone floors: Hardwicke Limestone by Artisans of Devizes
  • Interior paint: walls & ceilings – Farrow & Ball Strong White
  • Interior paint: wall panelling – Farrow & Ball Cornforth and White & Manor House Grey
  • Exterior paint: walls – Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone (or Dulux NTB 275)
  • Exterior paint: windows – RAL 7006
  • Beds and Mattresses: Hypnos Beds
  • Bed linen and towels: Soak & Sleep
  • Furniture and accessories: I & JL Brown