Have you ever wondered what people say about some of Bucks best hotels?
With reviews of 8.9 stars or more, people have flocked to these top hotels for their hospitality, spoiling rooms and excellent facilities.
In the midst of a third lockdown with non-essential travel completely banned, it can be hard to think of a time we will be able to treat ourselves to a holiday or night away.
However if we go back to something similar to the tiers system then we could be booking that well-deserved night away a little closer to home - so why not start looking now?
Here are some of the best reviewed hotels in Buckinghamshire to suit all budgets:
Owl Lodge
9.9 stars
The gorgeous Owls Lodge in Newport Pagnell is the top reviewed hotel in Buckinghamshire - it features a restaurant, bar and garden.
A modern take on the classic hotel, the lodge offers a fully serviced apartment with a garden.
It is equipped with an ensuite, complimentary toiletries, comfy bed and a flat-screen TV.
Guests at Owls Lodge also benefit from a stellar breakfast that has been raved about in the reviews.
Boasting characterful features throughout including beams, exposed brickwork and stunning interior, with the modern luxury and comfort you’d expect from a hotel rated this highly.
Prices start at £190 for two people for a two night stay, with breakfast included.
As the best rated hotel in the whole of the county on Booking.com previous guests have absolutely raved about their stay at Owls Lodge giving it a nearly perfect score.
One guest, Caroline said: "Owl Lodge is beautifully decorated and absolutely spotless. We had a delicious breakfast and the hosts were so friendly, helpful and considerate.
"It was such a luxurious break."
Booking.com has a rigorous category system for customers leaving reviews asking them to leave a rating out of 10.
Owls Lodge was awarded 9 stars or more for all categories including cleanliness, value for money, comfort and facilities.
Danesfield House Hotel And Spa
8.4 stars
Located in Marlow the grand Danesfield House Hotel And Spa fuses the eccentricity of its original building with breathtaking design.
The property boasts a range of outstanding facilities including an award-winning spa, swimming pool and Orangery.
Set within 65 acres in the Chiltern Halls you can enjoy your breakfast overlooking the stunning River Thames.
Previous guests have left the hotel incredible reviews and rated it as exceptional with 8.4 stars.
Comfort and location were the highest rated qualities with nine stars or higher left by previous guests.
All of the recent reviews state that the hotel is "superb".
One happy customer said: "Danesfield House is the perfect English country house hotel.
"The staff were very friendly and helpful, the food was excellent and the room was superb with breathtaking views.
"A lot of care and attention had been put into making us safe during our stay during the covid outbreak."
If you want to see more pictures visit Booking.com.
Macdonald Compleat Angler
8.2 stars
The Macdonald is among the most raved about places to stay in the county offering top quality service and terrific food.
Overlooking Marlow Weir and the River Thames, this 400 year old country house offers luxurious rooms, private boats and fishing.
The hotel even has two award-winning restaurants and a cocktail bar.
Prices start at £378 for a two night stay with breakfast in a standard double room.
The hotel received eight stars of more for its staff, location, comfort, cleanliness, WiFi and value for money.
For more information visit Booking.com.
Denham Grove
7.8 stars
This boutique hotel is set within 42 acres of tranquil parkland.
Denham Grove offers exceptional leisure facilities including an indoor swimming pool, gym, spa bath and sauna.
A two night stay in a double room costs £278 including breakfast.
Returning customer Arjuna said: "A great local getaway for such an affordable price.
"For the money you get such a lovely room and the hotel is secluded from everyday hustle bustle."
Peartree Lodge Waterside
8.6 stars
A two night stay at the Peartree Lodge Waterside in Milton Keynes costs £119 including breakfast and free cancellation for a two night stay.
With a range of facilities there is practically everything you could ask for. All of the rooms have a flat-screen TV and ensuite - couples in particular have rated this stay as "superb" with 8.8 stars.
The Peartree Lodge Waterside provides a full breakfast daily and guests can enjoy the shared lounge and bar.
People who have stayed here have raved about the cleanliness, comfort and staff - rating every category with eight stars or more.
One previous guest, said the staff were great and could not do enough for their guests. They added that the room was "perfect with a great view".
For more information visit Booking.com.
All prices correct at the time of publishing for a two night stay from Monday, July 5 to July 7 2021.
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