Bull Inn
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About this property
Charming inn with a restaurant, terrace, and free parking near Thames River and Mill at Sonning.
Location
Located in Reading, Bull Inn is near the airport and near theme parks. Mill at Sonning and Museum of English Rural Life are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Stanlake Park Wine Estate and Nirvana Spa. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Henley Cricket Club or Madejski Stadium.
Guest reviews
8.7
Fabulous
Based on 443 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
15%
Couple
43%
Family
18%
Group
20%
Solo
2%
What guests think
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At Bull Inn, reviewers highlight a charming historic pub stay with very friendly staff and consistently good food, alongside comfortable if sometimes compact rooms, creating an inviting base for visits to Sonning and riverside walks.
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At Bull Inn, reviewers highlight a charming historic pub stay with very friendly staff and consistently good food, alongside comfortable if sometimes compact rooms, creating an inviting base for visits to Sonning and riverside walks.
The scenic village location near the Thames and easy access to local walks earn positive comments. Common downsides include limited parking, steep stairs, pub noise late into the evening, and rooms that can feel small, warm, or dim, with occasional maintenance or cleanliness lapses. Expect a characterful, lively inn experience rather than a quiet, modern hotel stay.
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Facilities
Historic pub setting with appreciated bar and restaurant spaces. Onsite parking is limited and the stairs are steep due to the old building.
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Philip
1 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was very welcoming and informative, the room was very comfortable with Tea, Coffee etc. Bar and Restaurant is set in a relaxing environment with extremely friendly staff. Breakfast was reasonable The hotel is located in a very small village with walks along the Thames Would recommend this hotel
Check in was very welcoming and informative, the room was very comfortable with Tea, Coffee etc. Bar and Restaurant is set in a relaxing environment with extremely friendly staff. Breakfast was reasonable The hotel is located in a very small village with walks along the Thames Would recommend this hotel
6
Morgan
14 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was extremely hot and uncomfortable. Whilst it was a warm day, unable to sleep, even with a fan provided. Milk for tea in the morning was left out on the side, in the heat, and was off because of it. Breakfast choices were good but when asked for scrambled egg on white toast, the slice was from a 60p loaf of bread, whilst poached was served on lovely sourdough. A nice touch of slippers on the bed on arrival but stairs to rooms were extremely dangerous but it is an old building. Parking was nearly impossible as only 6/7 spaces for guests and pub go-ers were using them. No available parking in nearby streets. Whilst it was quaint and looked lovely, pictures did not reflect what was in real life. Unfortunately, it was overpriced for what was received.
Room was extremely hot and uncomfortable. Whilst it was a warm day, unable to sleep, even with a fan provided. Milk for tea in the morning was left out on the side, in the heat, and was off because of it. Breakfast choices were good but when asked for scrambled egg on white toast, the slice was from a 60p loaf of bread, whilst poached was served on lovely sourdough. A nice touch of slippers on the bed on arrival but stairs to rooms were extremely dangerous but it is an old building. Parking was nearly impossible as only 6/7 spaces for guests and pub go-ers were using them. No available parking in nearby streets. Whilst it was quaint and looked lovely, pictures did not reflect what was in real life. Unfortunately, it was overpriced for what was received.
8
Peter
25 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Business trip, lovely old building not a straight wall or floor! Food good,lots of character.
Business trip, lovely old building not a straight wall or floor! Food good,lots of character.
10
Richard
12 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,368 nights
Wow! Didn’t want to leave. Absolutely great staff (Ray, Emma) and friendly locals. Good bar and the food is exceptional! Room is small but quirky and has everything you need
Wow! Didn’t want to leave. Absolutely great staff (Ray, Emma) and friendly locals. Good bar and the food is exceptional! Room is small but quirky and has everything you need
10
Elizabeth
8 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The stay was great bedding and room very clean and welcoming. Nets could do with a clean. The stairs would cause difficulties if you are not steady on your feet. The staff could not have been more helpfull and friendly, absolutely great.
The stay was great bedding and room very clean and welcoming. Nets could do with a clean. The stairs would cause difficulties if you are not steady on your feet. The staff could not have been more helpfull and friendly, absolutely great.
10
Andrew
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
All very pleasant, the food was fantastic, service was superb, awesome architecture! Advisory......Parking was difficult arriving during a busy period / shift. Not a major problem if you are patient and know / research, the " loop " around the village! Courtyard style carpark and approach road is hyper popular. 9.9/10..... I'll be back!!
All very pleasant, the food was fantastic, service was superb, awesome architecture! Advisory......Parking was difficult arriving during a busy period / shift. Not a major problem if you are patient and know / research, the " loop " around the village! Courtyard style carpark and approach road is hyper popular. 9.9/10..... I'll be back!!
8
Kathleen
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was lovely and clean, complimentary toiletries, and a good choice of coffee. We didn’t use the bar because we went out somewhere else, but we will go back to try their daytime dining. Breakfast had a wide selection. The stairs were steep, but we had been warned, the fire escape stairwell was easier to use in the evening when the pub was closed.
Our room was lovely and clean, complimentary toiletries, and a good choice of coffee. We didn’t use the bar because we went out somewhere else, but we will go back to try their daytime dining. Breakfast had a wide selection. The stairs were steep, but we had been warned, the fire escape stairwell was easier to use in the evening when the pub was closed.
8
Phil
14 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful staff team, lovely food, room and shower. Car park somewhat limited which is a 16th century thing!
Very helpful staff team, lovely food, room and shower. Car park somewhat limited which is a 16th century thing!
10
Melvyn
17 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely accommodation well managed. The pub and restaurant are a delight.
Lovely accommodation well managed. The pub and restaurant are a delight.
8
Nikki
16 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Limited parking spaces despite being advertised as having parking so street parking which is also limited Rooms were very dark Shower tray superficially clean try cleaning inside the door runners Very warm rooms ok place to stay but over priced for a pub lovely food and great attentive service at additional cost Would eat here again but would not stay in a room
Limited parking spaces despite being advertised as having parking so street parking which is also limited Rooms were very dark Shower tray superficially clean try cleaning inside the door runners Very warm rooms ok place to stay but over priced for a pub lovely food and great attentive service at additional cost Would eat here again but would not stay in a room
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Cleanliness
Generally clean and well kept, with several guests praising tidy rooms. Some report lapses such as tired carpets, shower-door runners needing attention, or nets needing a clean.
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Ravi
13 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was okay, but dated. Kettle was full of limescale and had no filter, so, unusable. Toilet seat was broken and moved dramatically when using. Difficult to get water during the night as staff weren’t around. Pretty noisy outside too as people drinking outside which is where the rooms oversee. Breakfast was nice but when I came down there were no tables ready, they all had used plates and cutlery on. Staff were helpful when you could find them. Probably wouldn’t stay again.
Room was okay, but dated. Kettle was full of limescale and had no filter, so, unusable. Toilet seat was broken and moved dramatically when using. Difficult to get water during the night as staff weren’t around. Pretty noisy outside too as people drinking outside which is where the rooms oversee. Breakfast was nice but when I came down there were no tables ready, they all had used plates and cutlery on. Staff were helpful when you could find them. Probably wouldn’t stay again.
10
Mark
11 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely Inn comfortable room clean and quiet Friendly Helpful staff Lovely food 👍
Lovely Inn comfortable room clean and quiet Friendly Helpful staff Lovely food 👍
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Vivienne
30 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cleanliness on some of the rooms were disappointing and carpets and wall were tired needing replaced, fixed or redecorated. Light fittings in room 4 in the bathroom is so high and unclear where to find it. Windows stuck in rooms.
Cleanliness on some of the rooms were disappointing and carpets and wall were tired needing replaced, fixed or redecorated. Light fittings in room 4 in the bathroom is so high and unclear where to find it. Windows stuck in rooms.
10
Elizabeth
8 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The stay was great bedding and room very clean and welcoming. Nets could do with a clean. The stairs would cause difficulties if you are not steady on your feet. The staff could not have been more helpfull and friendly, absolutely great.
The stay was great bedding and room very clean and welcoming. Nets could do with a clean. The stairs would cause difficulties if you are not steady on your feet. The staff could not have been more helpfull and friendly, absolutely great.
8
Michelle
17 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was lovely and clean. The staff were friendly and very helpful. The only issue was the banging kitchen door underneath my room which was noisy and irritating. The complimentary goods in the room were very nice.
The hotel was lovely and clean. The staff were friendly and very helpful. The only issue was the banging kitchen door underneath my room which was noisy and irritating. The complimentary goods in the room were very nice.
8
Kathleen
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was lovely and clean, complimentary toiletries, and a good choice of coffee. We didn’t use the bar because we went out somewhere else, but we will go back to try their daytime dining. Breakfast had a wide selection. The stairs were steep, but we had been warned, the fire escape stairwell was easier to use in the evening when the pub was closed.
Our room was lovely and clean, complimentary toiletries, and a good choice of coffee. We didn’t use the bar because we went out somewhere else, but we will go back to try their daytime dining. Breakfast had a wide selection. The stairs were steep, but we had been warned, the fire escape stairwell was easier to use in the evening when the pub was closed.
10
David
14 Jan 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautifully place over 500 years old, but clean and presentable. Rooms are fantastic. Food was great. Staff very friendly.
Beautifully place over 500 years old, but clean and presentable. Rooms are fantastic. Food was great. Staff very friendly.
10
Jane
18 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Couldn't fault anything. Room very comfortable and clean. Restaurant food excellent and excellent beer. Staff very friendly. Would definitely stay again.
Couldn't fault anything. Room very comfortable and clean. Restaurant food excellent and excellent beer. Staff very friendly. Would definitely stay again.
8
Nikki
16 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Limited parking spaces despite being advertised as having parking so street parking which is also limited Rooms were very dark Shower tray superficially clean try cleaning inside the door runners Very warm rooms ok place to stay but over priced for a pub lovely food and great attentive service at additional cost Would eat here again but would not stay in a room
Limited parking spaces despite being advertised as having parking so street parking which is also limited Rooms were very dark Shower tray superficially clean try cleaning inside the door runners Very warm rooms ok place to stay but over priced for a pub lovely food and great attentive service at additional cost Would eat here again but would not stay in a room
10
Paul
18 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Second time I’ve stayed here. Lovely little place to stay. Clean, well kept and friendly staff. Food in the restaurant and at breakfast is fantastic!
Second time I’ve stayed here. Lovely little place to stay. Clean, well kept and friendly staff. Food in the restaurant and at breakfast is fantastic!
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Rooms
Comfortable and characterful but often small; some rooms are dim or get warm, and pub noise can be heard. Occasional issues include stuck windows, poor TV reception, or minor broken fittings.
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Alexander
23 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very pleasant staff with a warm greeting. I was shown to my room which was very small and only just accommodated a double bed. The bathroom was equally minute and sadly both were in need of refreshing the decor. The main negatives was the level of lighting that had little effect on the dark and dingy room. The area designated for tea/coffee etc and the only working area had no light at all so almost impossible to use. Nice touches along with a good range of complementary beverages were a complimentary bottle of London Pride and a small bottle of Prosecco. The room was quite noisy but One has to realise that it's a pub! The restaurant staff were very pleasant and the food was adequate. Breakfast was very slow.
Very pleasant staff with a warm greeting. I was shown to my room which was very small and only just accommodated a double bed. The bathroom was equally minute and sadly both were in need of refreshing the decor. The main negatives was the level of lighting that had little effect on the dark and dingy room. The area designated for tea/coffee etc and the only working area had no light at all so almost impossible to use. Nice touches along with a good range of complementary beverages were a complimentary bottle of London Pride and a small bottle of Prosecco. The room was quite noisy but One has to realise that it's a pub! The restaurant staff were very pleasant and the food was adequate. Breakfast was very slow.
6
keran
23 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely 16th century inn near the river, which is great for history lovers. Breakfast was excellent. But the cosy room was very small and we were disturbed by the noise from the bar below. We could hear extremely loud conversation from a large group downstairs until midnight and then the staff clearing up until about 12.30. At times it sounded as though the staff were in our bathroom. Not the restful night we had hoped. We would definitely come back to visit the pub and restaurant but wouldn't stay again.
Lovely 16th century inn near the river, which is great for history lovers. Breakfast was excellent. But the cosy room was very small and we were disturbed by the noise from the bar below. We could hear extremely loud conversation from a large group downstairs until midnight and then the staff clearing up until about 12.30. At times it sounded as though the staff were in our bathroom. Not the restful night we had hoped. We would definitely come back to visit the pub and restaurant but wouldn't stay again.
8
Philip
1 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was very welcoming and informative, the room was very comfortable with Tea, Coffee etc. Bar and Restaurant is set in a relaxing environment with extremely friendly staff. Breakfast was reasonable The hotel is located in a very small village with walks along the Thames Would recommend this hotel
Check in was very welcoming and informative, the room was very comfortable with Tea, Coffee etc. Bar and Restaurant is set in a relaxing environment with extremely friendly staff. Breakfast was reasonable The hotel is located in a very small village with walks along the Thames Would recommend this hotel
8
Paul
2 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was smallish but had everything we could need. The staff were excellent both friendly and helpful. Breakfast was ok.
The room was smallish but had everything we could need. The staff were excellent both friendly and helpful. Breakfast was ok.
6
Morgan
14 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was extremely hot and uncomfortable. Whilst it was a warm day, unable to sleep, even with a fan provided. Milk for tea in the morning was left out on the side, in the heat, and was off because of it. Breakfast choices were good but when asked for scrambled egg on white toast, the slice was from a 60p loaf of bread, whilst poached was served on lovely sourdough. A nice touch of slippers on the bed on arrival but stairs to rooms were extremely dangerous but it is an old building. Parking was nearly impossible as only 6/7 spaces for guests and pub go-ers were using them. No available parking in nearby streets. Whilst it was quaint and looked lovely, pictures did not reflect what was in real life. Unfortunately, it was overpriced for what was received.
Room was extremely hot and uncomfortable. Whilst it was a warm day, unable to sleep, even with a fan provided. Milk for tea in the morning was left out on the side, in the heat, and was off because of it. Breakfast choices were good but when asked for scrambled egg on white toast, the slice was from a 60p loaf of bread, whilst poached was served on lovely sourdough. A nice touch of slippers on the bed on arrival but stairs to rooms were extremely dangerous but it is an old building. Parking was nearly impossible as only 6/7 spaces for guests and pub go-ers were using them. No available parking in nearby streets. Whilst it was quaint and looked lovely, pictures did not reflect what was in real life. Unfortunately, it was overpriced for what was received.
10
Warren
30 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great, quirky rooms above a pub. Very friendly and helpful staff. Just a one night stay but it was good and we'd definitely return. Breakfast was really good in terms of both options and what arrived from the kitchen.
Great, quirky rooms above a pub. Very friendly and helpful staff. Just a one night stay but it was good and we'd definitely return. Breakfast was really good in terms of both options and what arrived from the kitchen.
10
Anne
13 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely old building with all the quirks you wd expect. Bar and restaurant staff excellent. Would have liked a couple more lamps in our room as was quite dark and gloomy. Bed very comfortable, good delish.
Lovely old building with all the quirks you wd expect. Bar and restaurant staff excellent. Would have liked a couple more lamps in our room as was quite dark and gloomy. Bed very comfortable, good delish.
8
David
13 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room name “Oxford”. Rooms fixtures/fitting and decorating was lovely. Calling it a “superior room” for me was stretching it purely down to the small size of the room. Reception on my the tv was pretty bad, making the tv irritating to watch. Plus the usb sockets by the kettle don't work. Pub is a stunningly beautiful
Room name “Oxford”. Rooms fixtures/fitting and decorating was lovely. Calling it a “superior room” for me was stretching it purely down to the small size of the room. Reception on my the tv was pretty bad, making the tv irritating to watch. Plus the usb sockets by the kettle don't work. Pub is a stunningly beautiful
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Rachel
23 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely place to stay with period features and a great menu. The hotel and rooms were very hot and fairly noisy.
A lovely place to stay with period features and a great menu. The hotel and rooms were very hot and fairly noisy.
10
Julie
15 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
On arrival an amazing young lad helped with bags and putting bikes away. Rooms excellent, food excellent. Be nice if breakfast staff was as personable as she was efficient. No hairdryer in room. Overall a fantastic place to stay.
On arrival an amazing young lad helped with bags and putting bikes away. Rooms excellent, food excellent. Be nice if breakfast staff was as personable as she was efficient. No hairdryer in room. Overall a fantastic place to stay.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful across the inn. A few guests mention slower breakfast service or difficulty finding staff late at night.
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Ravi
13 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was okay, but dated. Kettle was full of limescale and had no filter, so, unusable. Toilet seat was broken and moved dramatically when using. Difficult to get water during the night as staff weren’t around. Pretty noisy outside too as people drinking outside which is where the rooms oversee. Breakfast was nice but when I came down there were no tables ready, they all had used plates and cutlery on. Staff were helpful when you could find them. Probably wouldn’t stay again.
Room was okay, but dated. Kettle was full of limescale and had no filter, so, unusable. Toilet seat was broken and moved dramatically when using. Difficult to get water during the night as staff weren’t around. Pretty noisy outside too as people drinking outside which is where the rooms oversee. Breakfast was nice but when I came down there were no tables ready, they all had used plates and cutlery on. Staff were helpful when you could find them. Probably wouldn’t stay again.
8
Paul
2 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was smallish but had everything we could need. The staff were excellent both friendly and helpful. Breakfast was ok.
The room was smallish but had everything we could need. The staff were excellent both friendly and helpful. Breakfast was ok.
10
Trevor
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly and helpful staff, really interesting and tasty menu. Lots of old-world charm. Will certainly return when next in the area.
Friendly and helpful staff, really interesting and tasty menu. Lots of old-world charm. Will certainly return when next in the area.
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Terry
14 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff great.
Staff great.
8
Kerrie
31 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were great, room was comfortable, good food
Staff were great, room was comfortable, good food
10
Naomi
17 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing experience! Staff were super helpful, they don’t typically offer room service but it was a busy Saturday travelling alone for work and the lovely women on reception helped accommodate me! Food was amazing, room was amazing and cosy! Would definitely stay again.
Amazing experience! Staff were super helpful, they don’t typically offer room service but it was a busy Saturday travelling alone for work and the lovely women on reception helped accommodate me! Food was amazing, room was amazing and cosy! Would definitely stay again.
10
Graham
7 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved our stay at the Bull. Beautiful location and the inn is full of character. Friendly staff and excellent food. Highly recommended
Loved our stay at the Bull. Beautiful location and the inn is full of character. Friendly staff and excellent food. Highly recommended
10
Harriet
2 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous! Stayed at the Bull Inn for a weekend OCR event. The staff were amazing & friendly. There was an issue with our room but it was swapped immediately. There was an air purifier supplied. For the age of the building, it was spot on. Only issue was car parking. Maybe have allocated hotel residents places? Food was delicious. Excellent choice of delicious breakfasts. Would definitely stay again
Fabulous! Stayed at the Bull Inn for a weekend OCR event. The staff were amazing & friendly. There was an issue with our room but it was swapped immediately. There was an air purifier supplied. For the age of the building, it was spot on. Only issue was car parking. Maybe have allocated hotel residents places? Food was delicious. Excellent choice of delicious breakfasts. Would definitely stay again
10
Julie
15 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
On arrival an amazing young lad helped with bags and putting bikes away. Rooms excellent, food excellent. Be nice if breakfast staff was as personable as she was efficient. No hairdryer in room. Overall a fantastic place to stay.
On arrival an amazing young lad helped with bags and putting bikes away. Rooms excellent, food excellent. Be nice if breakfast staff was as personable as she was efficient. No hairdryer in room. Overall a fantastic place to stay.
10
Daryl
25 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The pleasant experience I had at the Bull Inn was just what I was looking for. The staff were all overly welcoming and kind. The building being hundreds of years old was still in very good condition. My room was laid out well, bed was comfortable, and I had great water pressure along with plenty of hot water. The restaurant was absolutely excellent with some very good choices. Not one complaint and I'll hope to make it back someday.
The pleasant experience I had at the Bull Inn was just what I was looking for. The staff were all overly welcoming and kind. The building being hundreds of years old was still in very good condition. My room was laid out well, bed was comfortable, and I had great water pressure along with plenty of hot water. The restaurant was absolutely excellent with some very good choices. Not one complaint and I'll hope to make it back someday.
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Location
Scenic village setting near the Thames with easy walks and proximity to The Mill at Sonning. A pleasant base for exploring the area.
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keran
23 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely 16th century inn near the river, which is great for history lovers. Breakfast was excellent. But the cosy room was very small and we were disturbed by the noise from the bar below. We could hear extremely loud conversation from a large group downstairs until midnight and then the staff clearing up until about 12.30. At times it sounded as though the staff were in our bathroom. Not the restful night we had hoped. We would definitely come back to visit the pub and restaurant but wouldn't stay again.
Lovely 16th century inn near the river, which is great for history lovers. Breakfast was excellent. But the cosy room was very small and we were disturbed by the noise from the bar below. We could hear extremely loud conversation from a large group downstairs until midnight and then the staff clearing up until about 12.30. At times it sounded as though the staff were in our bathroom. Not the restful night we had hoped. We would definitely come back to visit the pub and restaurant but wouldn't stay again.
8
Philip
1 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was very welcoming and informative, the room was very comfortable with Tea, Coffee etc. Bar and Restaurant is set in a relaxing environment with extremely friendly staff. Breakfast was reasonable The hotel is located in a very small village with walks along the Thames Would recommend this hotel
Check in was very welcoming and informative, the room was very comfortable with Tea, Coffee etc. Bar and Restaurant is set in a relaxing environment with extremely friendly staff. Breakfast was reasonable The hotel is located in a very small village with walks along the Thames Would recommend this hotel
10
Nicole
19 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely spot. Well kept pub, excellent food, Sonning is a place with a lot of charme. The staff was very accommodating, exceptionally friendly and attentive.
Lovely spot. Well kept pub, excellent food, Sonning is a place with a lot of charme. The staff was very accommodating, exceptionally friendly and attentive.
10
Thomas
25 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great food, decent location and good breakfast. Naturally, it is a pub, so usual pub noises are to be expected until closure time.
Great food, decent location and good breakfast. Naturally, it is a pub, so usual pub noises are to be expected until closure time.
10
Deborah
9 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
We were made to feel very welcome as soon as we arrived. Room was warm and cosy and downstairs the bar area was spacious and warm with lovely log fires burning! Breakfast in the morning was fabulous! View out the window and surrounding walks were exhilirating - some lovely views of the river over the bridge which is very nearby.
We were made to feel very welcome as soon as we arrived. Room was warm and cosy and downstairs the bar area was spacious and warm with lovely log fires burning! Breakfast in the morning was fabulous! View out the window and surrounding walks were exhilirating - some lovely views of the river over the bridge which is very nearby.
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Michael
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice historic property where apparently Elizabeth I stayed on some occasions.
Nice historic property where apparently Elizabeth I stayed on some occasions.
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Alison
2 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely place to stay at when seeing a show at The Mill at Sonning. It is an easy walking distance to go there. Very close to Thames path so great for walking too.
A lovely place to stay at when seeing a show at The Mill at Sonning. It is an easy walking distance to go there. Very close to Thames path so great for walking too.
10
Graham
7 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved our stay at the Bull. Beautiful location and the inn is full of character. Friendly staff and excellent food. Highly recommended
Loved our stay at the Bull. Beautiful location and the inn is full of character. Friendly staff and excellent food. Highly recommended
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Dining
Food receives strong praise, and breakfasts offer good variety. Some note higher prices, slower breakfast service, or limited vegetarian choices.
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Alexander
23 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very pleasant staff with a warm greeting. I was shown to my room which was very small and only just accommodated a double bed. The bathroom was equally minute and sadly both were in need of refreshing the decor. The main negatives was the level of lighting that had little effect on the dark and dingy room. The area designated for tea/coffee etc and the only working area had no light at all so almost impossible to use. Nice touches along with a good range of complementary beverages were a complimentary bottle of London Pride and a small bottle of Prosecco. The room was quite noisy but One has to realise that it's a pub! The restaurant staff were very pleasant and the food was adequate. Breakfast was very slow.
Very pleasant staff with a warm greeting. I was shown to my room which was very small and only just accommodated a double bed. The bathroom was equally minute and sadly both were in need of refreshing the decor. The main negatives was the level of lighting that had little effect on the dark and dingy room. The area designated for tea/coffee etc and the only working area had no light at all so almost impossible to use. Nice touches along with a good range of complementary beverages were a complimentary bottle of London Pride and a small bottle of Prosecco. The room was quite noisy but One has to realise that it's a pub! The restaurant staff were very pleasant and the food was adequate. Breakfast was very slow.
10
Kelvin
26 Dec 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a wonderful stay in this 600 year old pub! The room was unique, the staff were helpful and friendly and the food was fabulous! We would thoroughly recommend The Bull Inn.
We had a wonderful stay in this 600 year old pub! The room was unique, the staff were helpful and friendly and the food was fabulous! We would thoroughly recommend The Bull Inn.
10
Thomas
25 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great food, decent location and good breakfast. Naturally, it is a pub, so usual pub noises are to be expected until closure time.
Great food, decent location and good breakfast. Naturally, it is a pub, so usual pub noises are to be expected until closure time.
10
Amy
28 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Everythibg was 10/10 the only problem i encountered was the dinner options, i dont eat meat so Inonly had a couple of options to choose from.
Everythibg was 10/10 the only problem i encountered was the dinner options, i dont eat meat so Inonly had a couple of options to choose from.
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Andrew
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
All very pleasant, the food was fantastic, service was superb, awesome architecture! Advisory......Parking was difficult arriving during a busy period / shift. Not a major problem if you are patient and know / research, the " loop " around the village! Courtyard style carpark and approach road is hyper popular. 9.9/10..... I'll be back!!
All very pleasant, the food was fantastic, service was superb, awesome architecture! Advisory......Parking was difficult arriving during a busy period / shift. Not a major problem if you are patient and know / research, the " loop " around the village! Courtyard style carpark and approach road is hyper popular. 9.9/10..... I'll be back!!
8
Kerrie
31 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were great, room was comfortable, good food
Staff were great, room was comfortable, good food
10
Naomi
17 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing experience! Staff were super helpful, they don’t typically offer room service but it was a busy Saturday travelling alone for work and the lovely women on reception helped accommodate me! Food was amazing, room was amazing and cosy! Would definitely stay again.
Amazing experience! Staff were super helpful, they don’t typically offer room service but it was a busy Saturday travelling alone for work and the lovely women on reception helped accommodate me! Food was amazing, room was amazing and cosy! Would definitely stay again.
8
Mark
2 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Characterful pub, great room, dinner and breakfast.
Characterful pub, great room, dinner and breakfast.
10
Graham
7 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved our stay at the Bull. Beautiful location and the inn is full of character. Friendly staff and excellent food. Highly recommended
Loved our stay at the Bull. Beautiful location and the inn is full of character. Friendly staff and excellent food. Highly recommended
10
Paul
18 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Second time I’ve stayed here. Lovely little place to stay. Clean, well kept and friendly staff. Food in the restaurant and at breakfast is fantastic!
Second time I’ve stayed here. Lovely little place to stay. Clean, well kept and friendly staff. Food in the restaurant and at breakfast is fantastic!
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10
Catherine
25 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful pub hotel in a gorgeous location. Lovely bedroom. Super friendly staff. Good food. Would highly recommend.
Beautiful pub hotel in a gorgeous location. Lovely bedroom. Super friendly staff. Good food. Would highly recommend.
8
John
18 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The Bull is a lovely old property but the rooms are small. Ours was approximately 8feet ×9feet with nowhere to un pack.
The Bull is a lovely old property but the rooms are small. Ours was approximately 8feet ×9feet with nowhere to un pack.
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Jack
24 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nice place. Nice bed. Helpful staff. Very nice breakfast included. All I would say is they should invest in a new fan as this was very nosy during the night in the hot weather
Nice place. Nice bed. Helpful staff. Very nice breakfast included. All I would say is they should invest in a new fan as this was very nosy during the night in the hot weather
10
Glen
28 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Had a very nice stay at the Bull Inn. Dinner was great and the room was very nice
Had a very nice stay at the Bull Inn. Dinner was great and the room was very nice
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Helen
26 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely well appointed room, albeit very “cosy”, and the bathroom/shower facilities were excellent. A well cooked delicious breakfast was served in the library, and the staff were wonderful throughout, despite being incredibly busy. The only downside for me were the stairs to the rooms, as they are very steep and narrow, but overall we had a very enjoyable stay here.
A lovely well appointed room, albeit very “cosy”, and the bathroom/shower facilities were excellent. A well cooked delicious breakfast was served in the library, and the staff were wonderful throughout, despite being incredibly busy. The only downside for me were the stairs to the rooms, as they are very steep and narrow, but overall we had a very enjoyable stay here.
Property policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 22:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Bull Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free parking is available on-site. It is uncovered and does not require a reservation.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed with a maximum of 11 pets per room. There is a pet fee of GBP 30 per pet, per night, but service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM and ends at 10:00 PM. Check-out time is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be arranged by contacting the property in advance.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
Accessibility features include step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details on room accessibility are not provided.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Reading, near the Thames River and Mill at Sonning. It is close to cultural highlights such as the Museum of English Rural Life and activities at Nirvana Spa and Stanlake Park Wine Estate.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
No rollaway or extra beds are available at the property. Extra-person charges may apply depending on property policy.
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- 2026-09-06: 160.95613566589356USD
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- 2026-09-13: 164.12430712890625USD
- 2026-09-14: 205.82672967834472USD
- 2026-09-15: 193.33078092041015USD
- 2026-09-16: 245.69171024780275USD
- 2026-09-17: 262.24841216125486USD
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- 2026-09-20: 111.3066312362671USD
- 2026-09-21: 197.181072857666USD
- 2026-09-22: 251.97357710571288USD
- 2026-09-23: 198.14058887329102USD
- 2026-09-24: 191.274034664917USD
- 2026-09-25: 197.45093673706054USD
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- 2026-09-27: 145.21714186401368USD
- 2026-09-28: 142.28861016387938USD
- 2026-09-29: 197.45093673706054USD
- 2026-09-30: 166.11665324401855USD
- 2026-10-01: 142.28861016387938USD
- 2026-10-02: 207.89568608703613USD
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- 2026-10-04: 176.57141527404784USD
- 2026-10-05: 168.80529707946778USD
- 2026-10-06: 195.37834740905762USD
- 2026-10-07: 154.08268777160643USD
- 2026-10-08: 136.50268109588623USD
- 2026-10-09: 143.737879145813USD
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- 2026-10-11: 123.02701374664306USD
- 2026-10-12: 156.96125354003905USD
- 2026-10-13: 173.9427234680176USD
- 2026-10-14: 178.080654006958USD
- 2026-10-15: 143.68917144470214USD
- 2026-10-16: 156.68139470214842USD
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- 2026-10-18: 127.18208103179931USD
- 2026-10-19: 155.47198700256348USD
- 2026-10-20: 173.9427234680176USD
- 2026-10-21: 181.2713141265869USD
- 2026-10-22: 136.9712745223999USD
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- 2026-10-25: 115.91184380645751USD
- 2026-10-26: 143.68917144470214USD
- 2026-10-27: 154.08268777160643USD
- 2026-10-28: 147.62592686157225USD
- 2026-10-29: 185.04051221618653USD
- 2026-10-30: 200.72928312377928USD
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- 2026-11-01: 113.47306507263184USD
- 2026-11-02: 133.33782356414795USD
- 2026-11-03: 164.4275052581787USD
- 2026-11-04: 195.37834740905762USD
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