The Christopher Hotel, Eton
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
The Christopher Hotel, Eton, is worth booking if you want to walk to Windsor Castle and the river and value a high guest score over a long facility list. Skip it if you need a gym, a restaurant or confirmed parking on site.
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This is our Best Value pick in Windsor. It suits couples and families on a sightseeing break who want the castle within a short walk. The property lists family rooms, and the data tags it as pet friendly; confirm the pet policy and fees first.
It is less suited to travellers who want hotel extras. The listed facilities are short: free Wi-Fi, a terrace, family rooms and a 24-hour front desk. Drivers should note that parking is not listed.
Location and getting around
The address is 110 High St, in an area the listing calls The Real Heart of Windsor. Guests say the castle and the river are a short walk from a quiet High Street position. The location score is 9.7, the highest of our three Windsor picks.
St George's Chapel is about 0.5 km away, around 6 minutes on foot, and Windsor Castle about 0.6 km, around 8 minutes, both as straight-line estimates. Maidenhead is 8.7 km away, roughly 109 minutes on foot, so that trip needs public transport or a taxi.
What guests say
The score is 8.9 out of 10 from 2,915 reviews, joint first of the 8 eligible hotels we compared. That is the largest review count among our Windsor picks.
Two things come up again and again. The location gets praise for being close to the castle and river, and staff are described as friendly and helpful, with a warm welcome and attentive service.
Our data does not list any recurring guest complaints. That does not mean there are none, so read recent reviews for the room type you are considering.
Price and how it compares with our other picks
The reference price was €162.03 per night, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults. That is 19% below the sample median of €200.86. It is not a live quote, so check today's price for your dates.
Breakfast information is missing from our data, so check whether your rate includes it and where you can eat nearby if not.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor, our Budget pick, was €115.64 with a score of 8.1, but it sits about 51 minutes on foot from the castle. Monkey Island Estate, our Luxury pick, was €367.20 with a score of 8.8 and is also far from the castle. For a walking stay in Windsor, The Christopher gives the best location at a mid-range price.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 8 eligible hotels in Windsor. The Best Value slot balances guest score, number of reviews and reference price, so it is not necessarily the cheapest hotel.
An 8.9 score from almost 3,000 reviews, a location score of 9.7 and a price below the median made this an easy choice.
Before you book
Room size, noise, renovation condition, breakfast inclusion and cancellation terms have not been assessed. Read room details and the cancellation policy carefully.
If you drive, ask the hotel about parking before you arrive, since none is listed. Confirm breakfast and pet rules, and check today's rate for your dates.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
How far is The Christopher Hotel from Windsor Castle?
About 0.6 km, around 8 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. St George's Chapel is about 6 minutes away.
Does The Christopher Hotel have parking?
Parking is not listed among the facilities in our data. Contact the hotel to ask about options and costs.
Is breakfast included at The Christopher Hotel?
Breakfast details are not in our data. Check the rate description when you book.
Is The Christopher Hotel good for families?
The property lists family rooms. Check sizes and bed options for your group before you book.
Does it have a 24-hour front desk?
Yes, a 24-hour front desk is listed among the facilities. Confirm check-in arrangements if you arrive late.