Cliveden House Hotel & Spa
Berkshire, England
Price Guide
Features
- Couples
- Day Spa
- Family Friendly
- Fine Dining
- Going Solo
- Outdoors
- Pets Welcome
- Wellness
Spa
- Hydrotherapy
- Pool
- Spa Café
- Thermal Facilities
To Do
- Cycling
- Gymnasium
- Hiking/walks
- Personal training
- Pool – Indoor
- Pool – Outdoor
Cliveden House is a privately owned award-winning hotel, and sister to the Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa in Hampshire.
Steeped in a rich history, it was built in 1666 by the Second Duke of Buckingham as a place for entertaining his friends and mistresses. When Cliveden was bought by the Waldorf-Astor family in the 1800s, its reputation as a party house continued and everyone from Winston Churchill to Charlie Chaplin are said to have graced its doors. Most famously, it was at Cliveden in 1961 that John Profumo met Christine Keeler.
The Grade I listed stately home is set upon 376 acres of National Trust grounds and is enriched throughout with antique furniture and beautiful period features. In addition to being a fantastic venue for a romantic or restorative wellness break, the spa at Cliveden provides an opportunity to rebalance and de-stress, offering a range of facilities and treatment experiences that will to leave you feeling like royalty.
The Spa
Cliveden House Spa
Hidden behind the brick walls of the garden and enveloped by tumbling scented roses and lavender, the spa at Cliveden is a tranquil oasis, offering a genuine sense of wellbeing and relaxation.
A steam room and infrared sauna line the sublime indoor pool, while in the garden are outdoor hot tubs and the ‘Profumo’ pool, the last remaining listed outdoor pool in England, made famous by the 1960s political scandal. Indoor and outdoor tennis courts are available for use, while a purpose-built fitness studio offers a timetable of classes that include Pilates, HIIT, yoga and Tai Chi.
The history of Cliveden is not only present in its facilities but also informs a selection of signature body treatments: Anna-Maria, for whom Cliveden was originally built, and Nancy Astor, one of its most famous residents, are strong women whose names are given to fragrances in in the spa’s own product range.
OSKIA’s nutritional skincare expertise is also incorporated in the treatment menu, with bespoke facials offered to suit all skin types. In addition, award-winning CBD products by OTO are used in rituals including relaxing massages and an immersive overnight Sleep Experience. Finishing touches are available courtesy of The Studio, which provides a full range of mani-pedi services.
When it’s time for refreshment, head to The Spa Kitchen, situated in a quiet corner of the spa overlooking the ‘Profumo’ pool, for flavoursome and nutritional dishes, and freshly made smoothies and juices.
Spa Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Outdoor hot tubs
- Infrared sauna
- Infused steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Technogym
- Fitness studio
- The Spa Kitchen
Spa Products
- Cliveden
- OSKIA
- OTO
To Stay
All rooms at Cliveden are furnished with handmade king-size or twin beds, antique furniture, period features and beautiful period bathrooms. Spacious Club and Classic rooms are perfect for a short stay, while many Deluxe Doubles have views of the iconic ‘Profumo’ pool. All three room types are also available with private hot tubs.
Junior Suites, many of which have grand fireplaces, are decorated in luxurious classic style, with generously proportioned Deluxe Suites boasting unique works of art and dressing rooms. Mansion House Rooms and Suites allow the opportunity to further immerse yourself in the grandeur of Cliveden, while for the ultimate experience, three Mansion House Parterre Suites – Inchiquin, Prince of Wales and Lady Astor – offer generous living accommodation and impressive unique views.
Finally, perfect for families, small groups or couples, Spring Cottage has three bedrooms and is set on the banks of the River Thames, offering superb living space and private gardens and ensuring the utmost in privacy and escapism.
To Eat
The Cliveden Dining Room serves up innovative, modern British dishes using locally sourced fresh produce as part of a selection of three-course à la carte and seven-course tasting menus that are guided by the seasons. Afternoon tea in the Dining Room is a quintessentially British experience that simply cannot be bettered.
For more relaxed dining, The Astor Grill, housed in a former stable block, is a cosmopolitan venue that is steeped in history. A menu overseen by Cliveden’s executive chef tantalises the tastebuds with a mixture of classic American and British dishes
Alternatively, why not follow in the footsteps of Charlie Chaplin, John Lennon and Winston Churchill and opt for a private dining experience in unrivalled exclusivity.
Facilities and Activities
- Boat trips and picnics
- Foraging
- Estate & gardens managed by the National Trust
Location
Club Room
Classic Room
Deluxe Double Room
Junior Suite
Deluxe Suite
Club Room with Hot Tub
Classic Room with Hot Tub
Deluxe Double Room with Hot Tub
Mansion House Deluxe Double Room
Mansion House Deluxe Double Suite
Inchiquin Suite
Prince of Wales Suite
Lady Astor Suite
Spring Cottage
