The Couple's River Thames

If you want to get away for a romantic break or even just a day trip to spend some time together, there are some amazing things to do on the River Thames.

We've got some great ideas, so why not get out and make the most of a short break or staycation with your loved one? Use the links above to discover what others have been up to or read on...

Easy to reach by train with GWR below are some great ideas for a stay along the River Thames within a short walk from the station.

Five Rooms with Romantic Views of the River:

• Windsor - Enjoy a Windsor Castle Package Stay at The Sir Christopher Wren Hotel and Spa. A 4-star hotel, located right on the River Thames. It comprises several characterful buildings clustered around a historic cobbled street by Eton Bridge and Windsor Castle and the Wren’s Club with a gym, spa treatments, outdoor Jacuzzi and sauna. Find the offer…
• Henley - Fall into the Hotel Du Vin with an Autumn Breaks offer. Escape to the sanctuary of the Hotel du Vin, Henley, just an 8 minute walk along the river from the station. A former brewery for 300 years which has been enhanced with contemporary sparkle. Take a leisurely lunch al fresco in the central courtyard or enjoy a glass of the finest fizz in the light and airy Champagne bar. Henley is internationally known as a centre of rowing it has quirky independent shops and the River & Rowing Museum. Why not book a rowing experience with an Olympian rower? Stay longer and save more, with up to 15% off a one night bed and breakfast stay, 25% off 2 nights, or 3 nights for the price of a 2 night stay (up to 33% off). Find the offer…
• Marlow - Enjoy a romantic stay at the Macdonald Compleat Angler Hotel, located on the banks of the River Thames in Marlow only 14 minute walk from the station. Book a super deluxe double with a private balcony overlooking the river Book before 30 November and save up to 30%. Dinner is available in the one AA-rosette awarded Riverside Restaurant or Sindhu by Atul Kochhar, from Michelin-starred chef Atul Kochhar. Enjoy a walk along the Thames Path National Trail or hire your very own skippered vintage boat and enjoy a picnic lunch on board as you cruise along the Thames. Find the offer…
• Reading - Stay at a stylish riverside hotel only 15 minutes walk from the station, the Crowne Plaza has a health club, swimming pool and spa. Enjoy the view from the riverside garden or over dinner in the Riverside restaurant. Book an executive suite with a private balcony overlooking the Thames. Combine your stay with an Escape Hunt with a choice of themed hands-on experiences for couples. Opt between a pirates cabin, Viking hall or den in the Wild West and work together over an hour to decipher codes and gain your freedom at this immersive event. Find the offer…
• Goring and Streatley - Romantic views of the river and a paddleboard staycation at the Swan at Streatley, a 14 minute walk from Goring station. Two nights away in a double or twin room, delicious breakfast in Coppa Club each morning and a two hour guided paddleboard session with their resident instructor.  Time & space to relax, or explore the Ridgeway or Thames Path by foot, boat or bike.  And in the evening, head on through to Coppa Club for a cocktail or two. Find the offer…