Your stay — Ascots House
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ascots House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (4th floor or above) due to the hotel's proximity to the A4 and M4 motorways, which may lead to some traffic noise. Additionally, rooms on the rear side (facing the car park or the surrounding residential area) tend to be quieter than those on the front side.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor, as they may be more prone to noise from the lift, which is a common occurrence in a hotel of this size and rating.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's location in Slough does not offer any notable views, but rooms on the higher floors may provide a glimpse of the surrounding area.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and above are generally quieter, as they are farther away from the motorways and the lift.
🔊 Noise notes
Guests may be able to hear some traffic noise from the A4 and M4 motorways, especially on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. Arrive early for check-in to secure a room on a higher floor, as rooms are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. 2. Request a room with a car park view to avoid the noise from the surrounding roads.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Ascots House
free 'Ascots House' tier for up to 2 devices, 1 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, one historic section has stairs-only access
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on guest-room tablets
check-in is available from 14:00, early bag-drop not available, late check-out until 12:00 with £20.00 fee
available for £5.00 per item per day
step-free access to main entrance, one wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor, some structural limitations in historic areas
on-site parking £15.00 per night, nearest public car park (Milton Lane Car Park) £8.00 per day, no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: £3.00 per night per person
Deposit & card hold: £20.00 advance deposit + £50.00 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Jamia Masjid Ghausia (132 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: St Andrew's Methodist Church (988 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: New Testament Church of God Sanctuary of Praise (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: St Laurence Church (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Observatory Shopping Centre — 917 m · ~11 min walk
Yew Tree Road Rest Garden — 525 m · ~7 min walk
Upton Court Playground — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Tesco Pharmacy — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
RK Superstores — 413 m · ~5 min walk
Slough — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →British Pound, GBP
You can exchange currency at the airport, but be aware that rates may be poor; instead, use an ATM or a currency exchange in town for a better rate. Travelex is a common option.
Contactless payments are widely accepted in Slough, with most shops and restaurants accepting major credit and debit cards; mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay are also common.
Tipping is not expected but is generally around 10-15% in restaurants and bars, and £1-£2 for taxi drivers.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →You can get a cheap coffee for around £1-£2 at a local café or coffee shop.
A budget lunch option is a sandwich or a salad from a supermarket deli, costing around £3-£5.
A cheap dinner option is a pub meal, with a main course costing around £8-£12.
Street food options are limited in Slough, but you can find some affordable options in the town centre, particularly around the bus station.
Budget supermarkets in the area include Tesco and Asda.
Affordable high-street shopping can be found at the Slough Trading Estate, with stores like Primark and H&M.
The cheapest way to get around Slough is by bus, with a day pass costing around £4.50; from the airport, take the National Express bus to Slough town centre.
Take advantage of supermarket loyalty schemes to save money on groceries.Use cashback apps like TopCashback or Quidco for online purchases.Avoid eating at touristy restaurants and opt for local pubs or cafes for better value.
Good to know — Slough
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Slough, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ascots House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk — pharmacy · Tesco Pharmacy — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →London Paddington → Slough Railway Station
💡 Off-peak day return is £12—buy via Trainline or Oyster app. From Slough station, the hotel is a 10-min taxi ride (about £6) or a 25-min walk along Stoke Poges Lane.
Slough Railway Station → London Paddington
💡 Buy an off-peak return online to save 40%; the fast trains skip all intermediate stops.
Heathrow Airport → Slough Railway Station
💡 Buy an off-peak return if you're heading back same day—costs about the same as two singles. The station is a 10-minute walk from Nights Inn.
Slough Station (10-min walk from Moxy) → London Paddington
💡 Tap your contactless card or phone on the yellow reader at the station – same price as buying a ticket but no queuing. The Elizabeth Line runs fast, direct trains; avoid the GWR ones that stop at every station, they add 10 minutes.
Heathrow Airport (Terminals 2 & 3) → Slough Railway Station
💡 Buy a Heathrow Express ticket only to Hayes & Harlington, then buy a separate off-peak return to Slough—cuts cost to under £15 total. Change platforms at Hayes.
Heathrow Airport (Terminals 2&3) → Slough Railway Station
💡 Buy a return ticket online for £20, which is cheaper than two singles. From Slough station, AJ Lodge is a 15-minute walk or a £5 taxi.
London Paddington → Slough Railway Station
💡 Buy an off-peak day return for £18. Avoid the 08:15 express — it skips Slough.
London Victoria → Slough town centre
💡 Get an online ticket via the Green Line app for £8—much cheaper than buying on board. The bus drops you at the Parade, a 10-minute walk to Nights Inn.
Slough Bus Station → Baylis House (Stoke Poges Lane stop)
💡 Tap contactless on the reader—single fares cap at £2 in Slough zone. Get off at the Stoke Poges Church stop; Baylis House is a 3-min walk south.
Slough Bus Station → AJ Lodge (near Upton Court Park)
💡 Use contactless on the bus; the driver doesn't give change. Get off at the 'Upton Court' stop, then walk 3 minutes north.
Moxy Slough (stop on William Street) → Slough Town Centre (Queensmere Centre)
💡 This bus is handy for getting to the main shopping area or the bus station, but for anything beyond the town centre, it's quicker to walk – Slough is compact. Real-time tracking on the 'First Bus' app is reliable.
Slough High Street → Windsor Town Centre
💡 Use a contactless bank card for the tap-in tap-out fare – it caps at £4.90 daily, cheaper than a paper return.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ascots House?
Request a room on a higher floor (4th floor or above) due to the hotel's proximity to the A4 and M4 motorways, which may lead to some traffic noise. Additionally, rooms on the rear side (facing the car park or the surrounding residential area) tend to be quieter than those on the front side.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ascots House?
Avoid rooms on the first floor, as they may be more prone to noise from the lift, which is a common occurrence in a hotel of this size and rating.
Is Ascots House noisy?
Guests may be able to hear some traffic noise from the A4 and M4 motorways, especially on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Ascots House?
Unfortunately, the hotel's location in Slough does not offer any notable views, but rooms on the higher floors may provide a glimpse of the surrounding area.
What are insider tips for staying at Ascots House?
1. Arrive early for check-in to secure a room on a higher floor, as rooms are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. 2. Request a room with a car park view to avoid the noise from the surrounding roads.
What time is check-in at Ascots House?
Check-in at Ascots House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ascots House have Wi-Fi?
free 'Ascots House' tier for up to 2 devices, 1 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ascots House?
£3.00 per night per person
Where can I eat cheaply near Ascots House?
A budget lunch option is a sandwich or a salad from a supermarket deli, costing around £3-£5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ascots House?
The cheapest way to get around Slough is by bus, with a day pass costing around £4.50; from the airport, take the National Express bus to Slough town centre.
Top Attractions in Slough
💡 Check the noticeboard inside for free lunchtime concerts or history talks held monthly.
💡 The church is usually open weekday afternoons, but lock up if no one's about. Best to call ahead to confirm access.
💡 The café does a cheap slice of cake and tea for under £3.
💡 Don't miss the temporary exhibition space – it often features work by local artists that isn't advertised elsewhere.
💡 Ask the warden for the key to the tower if you want the view over the town. Open during daylight hours but services may close it temporarily.
💡 Visit during a weekday midday when it's usually quiet. The nearby Slough cemetery has war graves worth a brief look.
💡 Check the noticeboard for free lunchtime concerts or open days; the tower has a good view when open.
💡 The church holds free lunchtime recitals on the first Tuesday of each month.