Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor: the complete traveller's guide
The recently refurbished former London Heathrow Marriott — a "quiet country club" 4-star with an indoor pool, tennis courts and leisure club, sitting between Heathrow and Windsor. An honest, detailed rundown — rooms, prices, dining, the leisure facilities, parking, WiFi, accessibility, getting to each terminal, and the smartest way to book.
Hotel overview
Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor is a recently refurbished 4-star hotel on Ditton Road in Langley, just off Junction 5 of the M4 — positioned neatly between London Heathrow (about 3–4 miles east) and historic Windsor (about 3 miles west). Long known as the London Heathrow Marriott, it was rebranded to Marriott's Delta Hotels line and given a full renovation. It's the calmest, most leisure-focused of the Heathrow-area Marriotts — reviewers describe it as feeling "like a quiet country club."
Set in its own grounds with 382 rooms, it has a genuine leisure club (indoor swimming pool, sauna, fitness suite and two outdoor tennis courts), a garden with outdoor games and a playground, three dining venues, an executive lounge and 20 meeting rooms. Because it's away from the flight paths, it's noticeably quieter than the on-airport hotels.
It suits travellers who want space, quiet and facilities over being right at the terminal, families (pool, tennis, playground, near LEGOLAND and Windsor), park-and-fly drivers, and anyone combining Heathrow with a Windsor visit. The trade-off: it's further from the airport than the Bath Road hotels, and its Heathrow Hoppa (H55) only serves Terminal 5 directly — so it's easiest for T5 flyers, with a short extra step for other terminals.
| Official website | marriott.com |
|---|---|
| Phone | +44 1753 544244 |
| Address | Ditton Road, Langley, Slough, SL3 8PT |
| Star rating | 4-star (Marriott Bonvoy — Delta Hotels) |
| Rooms | 382 rooms |
| Formerly | London Heathrow Marriott |
| Signature features | Indoor pool, sauna & 2 tennis courts; quiet grounds |
| Check-in / check-out | From 3:00 PM / by 12:00 noon |
| Distance to Heathrow | ~3–4 miles / 15–20 min drive |
Star rating and what it means
UK hotel stars are awarded against published quality criteria, most visibly through the AA. Here's where a four-star badge sits.
| Level | What it broadly means in the UK |
|---|---|
| ★★★★★ Five-star | Luxury: extensive facilities, near-flawless service |
| ★★★★ Four-star (this hotel) | Upscale: quality rooms, restaurants & room service, good facilities (here a full leisure club, pool & tennis) and professional service |
| ★★★ Three-star | Mid-range comfort: en-suite rooms, a restaurant, decent service |
| ★★ / ★ Budget | Simple, functional accommodation |
The recent refurbishment lifts it to a fresh, contemporary four-star, and the leisure facilities (pool, sauna, tennis) put it among the better-equipped hotels in the area. A few reviews still describe some rooms as "slightly dated" — the refit is ongoing across room types. Guest ratings sit around 8.1/10, with breakfast and service scoring especially high.
Brand, ownership & business profile
A Delta Hotels-branded property under Marriott.
- Delta Hotels by Marriott — Marriott's full-service, straightforward four-star brand ("Simple made perfect"): reliable, business-and-leisure hotels focused on the essentials done well, with free WiFi and daily bottled water.
- Marriott International — the parent group, the world's largest hotel company, operating Marriott Bonvoy across dozens of brands.
You earn and redeem Marriott Bonvoy points here, with Mobile Key, mobile check-in and elite benefits (executive lounge access for Platinum, Titanium and Ambassador Elite members, plus one guest).
Where Delta Hotels sits in Marriott's ladder
| Tier | Marriott brands (selected) | Positioning |
|---|---|---|
| Select / value | Courtyard, Four Points, Moxy, Aloft | Practical, mid-market |
| Premium / upscale | Marriott, Sheraton, Renaissance, Delta, Westin | Full-service upscale (this hotel) |
| Luxury | Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, W, Luxury Collection | Premium & luxury |
Business profile
| Category | 4-star full-service leisure & events hotel (Heathrow/Windsor) |
|---|---|
| Primary market | Leisure & Windsor visitors, families, business & events, park-and-fly, Bonvoy members |
| Brand / parent | Delta Hotels by Marriott / Marriott International |
| Loyalty programme | Marriott Bonvoy |
| Scale | 382 rooms · 3 dining venues · leisure club (pool, sauna, 2 tennis courts, gym) · 20 meeting rooms · gardens |
| Recent status | Recently refurbished; rebranded from London Heathrow Marriott |
Takeaway for travellers: a big, freshly refurbished full-service Marriott with proper leisure facilities and a peaceful setting, doubling as a Heathrow and a Windsor hotel, with Bonvoy points — at competitive prices for the space you get.
Rooms, beds & prices
382 rooms and suites: traditional doubles/twins, upgraded rooms with sofa beds, family-sized rooms, executive rooms (lounge access) and one-bedroom suites with living areas. All are air-conditioned with premium bedding, a 49-inch Smart TV, seating area, tea/coffee and (in many) a fridge. Rates are good value for the space; ranges below are indicative.
| Room type | Beds | Sleeps | Off-peak from | Peak from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional (Double / Twin) | Double or two twins | 2 | ~£80 | ~£150 |
| Upgraded + sofa bed | King + sofa bed | 3 | ~£100 | ~£175 |
| Executive (lounge access) | King | 2 | ~£140 | ~£220 |
| One-bedroom suite | Bed + living area | 2–3 | ~£180 | ~£300 |
Prices are per room, per night, room-only. Rooms are generally spacious with a seating area — reviewers repeatedly mention good room sizes and comfy beds. Park, Stay & Fly packages bundle a room with parking for your trip. Children of all ages are welcome; some park-and-fly packages include breakfast for up to two children under 12.
- Bed quality: premium Marriott bedding; "super comfy beds" a recurring review comment.
- Large & family rooms: family-sized rooms, sofa-bed rooms and one-bedroom suites available.
- Baby facilities: cots on request (policies vary by room type) — confirm with the hotel.
What's in every room
| Category | Included in every room |
|---|---|
| Entertainment | 49-inch Smart TV with satellite/cable channels |
| Connectivity | Free WiFi (100+ Mbps); work desk; laptop-compatible safe |
| Hot drinks | Tea & coffee facilities; complimentary bottled water daily |
| Fridge | Refrigerator (many rooms; some with microwave) |
| Bathroom | Private bathroom, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer |
| Comfort | Air conditioning, seating area, 24-hour room service, iron/board |
Free 100+ Mbps WiFi and daily bottled water are part of the Delta brand promise. Executive rooms add lounge access; Mobile Key lets Bonvoy members skip the desk.
Dining & average prices
Three venues: Market Kitchen (traditional international cuisine plus made-to-order pizzas), The Brew Bar Lounge (the social hub — cocktails, coffee, light snacks) and a café, plus the executive lounge. Breakfast is a consistent review highlight.
| Venue / meal | What to expect | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Continental breakfast | Cold buffet | ~£15.95 pp |
| Full buffet breakfast | Hot & cold buffet; "extremely good," high review scores | ~£16.95 pp |
| Market Kitchen | International cuisine & made-to-order pizzas; reservations advised | £18–£30 pp |
| The Brew Bar Lounge | Cocktails, coffee, light snacks — the hotel's social hub | £6–£14 / drink |
| Executive Lounge | Breakfast items, all-day refreshments, evening drinks & hors d'oeuvres (weekdays) | Included with executive rooms / elite status |
| 24-hour room service | In-room menu at any hour (vegan/vegetarian options) | À la carte + tray charge |
Breakfast is usually not included room-only, but it scores exceptionally well with guests (around 9.5/10 on some platforms). The kitchen caters flexibly for vegan, vegetarian and other diets on request.
Facilities & services
| Leisure club | Indoor swimming pool, sauna, fitness suite, fitness classes, 2 outdoor tennis courts — complimentary for guests |
|---|---|
| Gardens & family | Gardens with giant outdoor games, playground, picnic area, bike hire |
| Parking | On-site self-parking; ~£9.50–£15/day (varies by channel — confirm); no reservation needed; Park, Stay & Fly packages |
| Airport transfer | Heathrow Hoppa H55 to Terminal 5 (~£5 one way); WeKnow electric shuttle from ~£9.90pp (book at reception); taxis (~£30 each way); pre-booked cars |
| Car rental | Car hire available on site; Uber-booking machine in the lobby |
| Events & business | 20 meeting rooms, banquet hall, 24-hour business centre |
| Money / SIM | Not on site — available in the terminals; concierge can advise |
| Safety & security | 24-hour front desk, in-room laptop safe, luggage storage; photo ID + card at check-in |
| Pets | Not allowed (assistance dogs excepted) |
Accessibility & suitability for elderly guests
The Delta offers accessible rooms and accessible parking in a large, lift-served building set in level grounds — comfortable to move around, and quieter than the on-airport hotels, though it's further from the terminals.
Accessible strengths:
- Accessible rooms available (select during booking)
- Accessible parking on site; level grounds
- Lifts to all floors; step-free access to restaurants, bar and leisure club
- 24-hour front desk and room service; recently refurbished fittings
Worth confirming first:
- Accessible room numbers are limited — book early and state exact needs
- It's further from the airport (15–20 min) and the Hoppa only serves T5 — a door-to-door car is usually easier with mobility limits
- Specific equipment (shower chairs, visual alarms) should be requested in advance
Suitability verdict for elderly & less-mobile guests: good within the hotel — accessible rooms and parking, lifts, step-free public areas and a calm setting. Given the distance from the terminals and the T5-only Hoppa, a door-to-door car is the smoother choice for the airport leg if mobility is a factor.
Insider details
The "country club" trade-off — quiet and facilities vs distance
This is the key decision. Because it's on the Windsor side, away from the flight paths, it's genuinely quiet — no aircraft noise — and it has facilities most airport hotels lack: an indoor pool, sauna, tennis courts, gardens and outdoor games. The flip side is distance: it's 15–20 minutes from the terminals, and the Hoppa (H55) only goes to Terminal 5 directly. If you value a restful, spacious stay (or you're visiting Windsor/LEGOLAND too), it's a lovely base; if you need to be steps from the gate, an on-airport hotel is better.
Getting to the airport — plan it, especially for T2/T3/T4
The Heathrow Hoppa H55 runs to Terminal 5 only (~£5 one way); for T2, T3 or T4 you ride to T5 and take the free inter-terminal train. The hotel also offers a WeKnow electric shuttle from about £9.90 per person (book at reception), there's an Uber-booking machine in the lobby, and a taxi runs around £30 each way. For a fixed fare straight to any terminal, a pre-booked car is the simplest.
WiFi coverage & signal strength
Free WiFi (100+ Mbps) runs throughout — rooms and public areas. Signal-strength-by-area detail (which wings/floors are strongest) isn't published — confirm with hotel, or share guest reviews and we'll add specifics.
General guidance for a large low-rise hotel in grounds: signal is typically strongest in the lobby, bar and business centre, and reliable in rooms. Ask at reception if you need dependable fast WiFi for work.
Great for a Windsor / LEGOLAND trip
Beyond the airport, this is a strong base for Windsor Castle (~3 miles), LEGOLAND (~8 miles) and Eton — with the 702 bus to Windsor stopping next to the hotel and Slough/Langley stations nearby for London Paddington. Families combining a flight with a Windsor break get the best of both.
Practical information
| Check-in | From 3:00 PM (early check-in on request, subject to availability & charge) |
|---|---|
| Check-out | By 12:00 noon (late check-out on request, may incur a charge) |
| ID at check-in | Photo ID + payment card required |
| Parking | On-site ~£9.50–£15/day (varies — confirm); no reservation needed; Park, Stay & Fly packages |
| WiFi | Free (100+ Mbps) throughout the hotel and in rooms |
| Pool / leisure | Indoor pool, sauna, tennis, gym — complimentary for guests (check hours) |
| Pets | Not allowed (assistance dogs excepted) |
| Payment | Cards & cash; card required for incidentals |
Getting to the terminals
This hotel is further from Heathrow than the Bath Road cluster, and its Hoppa serves Terminal 5 directly — so plan your route by terminal.
| To… | Best way | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terminal 5 | Heathrow Hoppa H55, WeKnow shuttle, taxi or car | ~15–20 min | Hoppa ~£5; shuttle from ~£9.90pp; taxi ~£30 |
| Terminals 2 & 3 | Hoppa/shuttle to T5, then free inter-terminal train; or taxi/car direct | ~25–35 min | Hoppa fare (train free); taxi ~£30 |
| Terminal 4 | To T5, then free inter-terminal train; or taxi/car direct | ~30–40 min | Hoppa fare (train free); taxi ~£30 |
| Windsor / LEGOLAND | 702 bus (next to hotel) or car | ~10–20 min | Bus/taxi fare |
| Central London | Rail from Slough/Langley to Paddington | ~30–45 min | Rail fare |
The H55 Hoppa only reaches Terminal 5 directly; for T2/T3/T4 you change to the free inter-terminal train, which adds time. With the hotel 15–20 minutes out and a taxi around £30 each way, a pre-booked RushXO car (fixed fare, door to door, any terminal) is often both simpler and better value — especially with luggage, a family or an early flight.
Customer reviews
The Delta rates well (around 8.1/10 from 2,000+ reviews), with breakfast, service and cleanliness scoring especially high, and the quiet, spacious, leisure-rich setting the standout positives; distance from the terminals and some dated rooms are the main caveats.
| Theme | What guests say |
|---|---|
| Breakfast & service | Breakfast "extremely good"; friendly, helpful staff (both ~9.5/10) |
| Rooms & setting | Spacious, clean, comfy beds; quiet "country club" feel |
| Leisure & family | Pool, tennis, gardens and playground great for families; near LEGOLAND |
| Value | "Good value for a Heathrow hotel"; quiet yet convenient |
| Common gripe | Further from terminals; Hoppa T5-only; some rooms dated; parking charged |
Ratings are indicative (~8.1/10) — confirm current numbers on your preferred platform. Share specific reviews and I can add a scored breakdown like the Sofitel guide.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Recently refurbished; quiet "country club" setting away from flight noise
- Full leisure club — indoor pool, sauna, fitness suite, 2 tennis courts (free for guests)
- Gardens, outdoor games, playground & bike hire — excellent for families
- Highly rated breakfast and service; spacious rooms with comfy beds
- Ideal base for Windsor Castle, Eton & LEGOLAND
- Marriott Bonvoy points, Mobile Key, executive lounge for elites
Cons
- Further from Heathrow (15–20 min) than the Bath Road hotels
- Hoppa (H55) serves Terminal 5 only — change to the free train for T2/T3/T4
- Some rooms still feel dated pending the full refit
- No pets; parking charged (and taxi to airport ~£30)
- Not the choice if you need to be steps from the terminal
Travel tips
- Best for T5 flyers — the Hoppa goes straight to Terminal 5; for T2/T3/T4 allow extra time for the inter-terminal train.
- Use the leisure club — pool, sauna and tennis are free for guests and rare at an airport hotel; check opening hours.
- Pairing with Windsor or LEGOLAND? Perfect base — Castle ~3 miles, LEGOLAND ~8 miles, 702 bus next door.
- Book Park, Stay & Fly if driving — bundles the room with parking for your trip; no reservation needed for the car park.
- Consider an executive room — lounge access (breakfast, refreshments, evening drinks) can be good value; free for Bonvoy elites.
- Compare transfer options — Hoppa (~£5 to T5), WeKnow shuttle (~£9.90pp), taxi (~£30), or a fixed-fare car.
- Pre-book your onward car — with the hotel further out and the Hoppa T5-only, a door-to-door transfer is often simplest and best value.
Best way to book online
| Book via | Best for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Official site (marriott.com) | Best-rate, Marriott Bonvoy points, Mobile Key, member perks | Compare total incl. breakfast & parking |
| Marriott Bonvoy app | Member rates, points, Mobile Key, mobile check-in | Need to be a (free) member |
| Park, Stay & Fly specialists | Bundling room + parking (good value for drivers) | Check cancellation terms |
| Major OTAs | Comparing dates & deals | Fewer perks; parking price varies |
In short: book directly with Marriott for the best rate and Bonvoy perks; if you're driving and flying, a Park, Stay & Fly bundle is good value. Then book your airport transfer separately with RushXO for a fixed fare, meet & greet and flight tracking — especially worthwhile here, given the distance and the T5-only Hoppa.
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FAQs
Is this the old London Heathrow Marriott?
Yes — the London Heathrow Marriott was rebranded to Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor and recently refurbished. It's the same property on Ditton Road, Langley (Slough), between Heathrow and Windsor.
How far is it from Heathrow?
About 3–4 miles (15–20 minutes by car) — further than the Bath Road hotels. It sits on the Windsor side, off M4 Junction 5, which makes it quieter but less immediate for the airport.
How do I get to the terminals?
The Heathrow Hoppa H55 runs to Terminal 5 (~£5 one way); for T2, T3 or T4 you change at T5 to the free inter-terminal train. There's also a WeKnow electric shuttle (from ~£9.90pp), an Uber machine in the lobby, taxis (~£30 each way), or a pre-booked car for a fixed fare to any terminal.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes — a leisure club with an indoor pool, sauna, fitness suite and two outdoor tennis courts, complimentary for guests. Check opening hours.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out by 12:00 noon. Early check-in and late check-out may be available on request.
How much is parking?
On-site self-parking is roughly £9.50–£15 per day depending on the booking channel, with no reservation needed. Park, Stay & Fly packages bundle parking with your room.
Is it good for a Windsor or LEGOLAND trip?
Very — Windsor Castle is about 3 miles away, LEGOLAND about 8 miles, and the 702 bus to Windsor stops next to the hotel. It's a strong dual-purpose base.
Are pets allowed?
No — pets are not allowed (registered assistance dogs excepted).