Given it's been quite some time since I've come here, I used to be a "sorta-kinda-but-not-really"…read moreregular back when I actually hung out a bit in the area - way before I even uttered the word "Yelp". This is a great down to earth pub and venue. No fancy beers, no posh atmosphere and no "mixologists". You won't feel like an elephant in the room for not ordering the triple double cave ages IPA or what ever they call them. For the shows its a cozy hall with great sound.

The owner is always available and a pleasure to talk to. The apparent is clean and spacious,…read moreeverything is here at the ready. You can find a all your needs from a full fridge to a giant bar and some tiny Choctaws ! The stay was amazing, the bed comfortable as heaven, and the shower was a second mattress. We will come back and let people know. If you are looking for a place to stay in Milton Keynes, this is the one. Quiet and relaxing. We loved it !

From the owner: Guest Gardens Apartment offers a quiet and relaxing way to experience Milton Keynes with convenient…read moreaccess to the town centre. Less than 2 miles from Milton Keynes Central train station, this apartment boasts great transport links into and around the town. The peaceful location also makes it ideal for business people who want somewhere relaxing to spend their time in Milton Keynes. It has free parking on site, and free WiFi for guests to use. A large flat-screen TV with Sky channels features in the lounge area, which also boasts a comfortable sofa. There is a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, microwave, and fridge. The National Bowl, the UK's premier open-air concert venue is 13 minutes' drive from the apartment. Woburn Safari Park is a further 9 minutes' drive away and Silverstone Circuit is 18 miles away. We are situated down a private road, very quiet, safe and within walking distance of a main bus route, pubs and a fishing lake.

Disclaimer: I'm not much for chain hotels... I prefer a bit more character, or better yet a service…read moreapartment or flat rental... with a friend or two they are often the same price, if not cheaper, than a typical hotel. Not being a huge football fan (shoot me, I know), I'm not sure I'm as enamoured with this hotel as most. That said, it's definitely not a bad place to stay if in the area. For a typical hotel this place really does tick most of my boxes... the aircon in the rooms works a treat, the black out curtains actually block out all of the exeternal light, there is a small fridge in the room for your own drinks and snacks, and the rooms themselves are spacious... complete with a desk and extra chairs. Even not being a football fan, I must admit that the view into the stadium from the onsite restaurant is quite cool... I believe some rooms have a view as well, so obviously this can be a huge plus. The breakfast here was on par with what you would expect, but extra props for the eager willingness to make eggs however you wanted them. I can't speak to the dinners as I didn't have the chance to try them. The only odd negative can be the sheer size of the hotel as it wraps around the pitch... my particular room was hilariously far away from the entrance which proved a bit of an annoyance when after a long day my keycard no longer functioned... it was nearly soul destroying knowing my bed was just there on the other side of the door with no way for me to get to it. Based on my disclaimer I'm going with four stars personally, as I certainly wouldn't be upset staying here again, but if you're a football fan or if you generally prefer hotels such as the DoubleTree Hilton then I doubt you'll find much fault.

Quite possibly the nicest hotel I have ever stayed at! Huge, modern rooms that more resemble…read moresuites! If you are a football fan expect to be impressed with your own private balcony view of the pitch! All rooms have a mini-bar, although you have to ask for it to be stocked. Food was excellent and breakfast even more so amazing. The best part of the whole visit, was having a warm double chocolate chip cookie shoved in my hand by the receptionist at check in! Downsides is it can be pricey when you go direct to Hilton, however check out some of the booking sites like LateRooms or Lastminute to get the best deals. I paid £70 for a night in a pitch side room. Expect the prices to rocket wherever you buy from on match days!