Hare and Hounds - Newbury
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$133
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About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the guesthouse's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 30 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Hare & Hounds Newbury in Newbury, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Highclere Castle and Deanwood Park Golf Course. This guesthouse is 17.9 mi (28.8 km) from River Thames and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Donnington Castle.
What's nearby
Deanwood Park Golf Course(0.8 miles)
Donnington Castle(0.9 miles)
Northcroft Leisure Centre(1 miles)
Watermill Theatre(1 miles)
Victoria Park(1.3 miles)
Newbury Town Hall(1.3 miles)
Kennet & Avon Canal(1.5 miles)
West Berkshire Museum(1.5 miles)
Shaw House(1.7 miles)
Snelsmore Common Country Park(2.2 miles)
Newbury Racecourse(2.3 miles)
North Wessex Downs(2.9 miles)
Thatcham Nature Discovery Centre(3.4 miles)
Newbury and Crookham Golf Club(3.9 miles)
St. Mary's Church (Thatcham)(4.1 miles)
Farnborough (FAB)(40.4 miles)
Oxford (OXF)(34.6 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Garden
Location
Bath Road, Speen, Speen, England, United Kingdom
Deanwood Park Golf Course (0.8 miles)
Donnington Castle (0.9 miles)
Northcroft Leisure Centre (1 miles)
Watermill Theatre (1 miles)
Victoria Park (1.3 miles)
Newbury Town Hall (1.3 miles)
Guest reviews
8.9
Fabulous
Based on 1,188 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
19%
Couple
39%
Family
23%
Group
14%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Hare and Hounds - Newbury earns strong praise for warm, attentive staff, excellent dining, and comfortable, well-decorated rooms with thoughtful touches, delivering an appealing inn experience that blends modern convenience with character.
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Hare and Hounds - Newbury earns strong praise for warm, attentive staff, excellent dining, and comfortable, well-decorated rooms with thoughtful touches, delivering an appealing inn experience that blends modern convenience with character.
Several reviews note occasional slow or understaffed restaurant service and, at times, breakfast served warm rather than hot or perceived as pricey. Room experiences vary, with some smaller spaces and reports of noise from the road or bar and heat in warm weather due to limited cooling. Cleanliness is generally strong, though some guests reported dust, stained carpets, mould, or missed housekeeping. Overall, expect a charming, quality-focused stay with a few rough edges.
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Facilities
The on-site restaurant and bar are a consistent highlight across stays. No other facilities are widely discussed in the reviews.
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10
Catherine
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A really beautiful place, lovely rooms and fabulous bar and restaurant
A really beautiful place, lovely rooms and fabulous bar and restaurant
8
Daniel
Sep 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Attractive inn accommodation with a good restaurant.
Attractive inn accommodation with a good restaurant.
10
john
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Large and good restaurant is part of the hotel. Nice breakfast included. Excellent dinner. A little short on staff, but those there were friendly and capable.
Large and good restaurant is part of the hotel. Nice breakfast included. Excellent dinner. A little short on staff, but those there were friendly and capable.
8
Claire
Sep 7, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really quirky decor and great food
Really quirky decor and great food
10
David
Jul 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really good place to stay. Easy to get to as well connected to motorway without being so close you can hear it. Food is excellent and I would visit just to have dinner.
Really good place to stay. Easy to get to as well connected to motorway without being so close you can hear it. Food is excellent and I would visit just to have dinner.
10
Nick
Feb 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very handy for making a weekend out of a trip to the theatre. Amazing food.
Very handy for making a weekend out of a trip to the theatre. Amazing food.
10
Derek
Jun 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a last minute booking and I was blown away at the service, the quality of the rooms and the finishes. Loads of little details that you would not normally get in this price range. Then the evening meal which I have to say was one of the best three course meals I have ever tasted, every last little crumb was a sheer delight. Can’t wait to go again
It was a last minute booking and I was blown away at the service, the quality of the rooms and the finishes. Loads of little details that you would not normally get in this price range. Then the evening meal which I have to say was one of the best three course meals I have ever tasted, every last little crumb was a sheer delight. Can’t wait to go again
10
Hugh
Mar 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Pleasant staff. Clean well designed areas. Very good restaurant. Above our expectations
Pleasant staff. Clean well designed areas. Very good restaurant. Above our expectations
10
Alison
May 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely pub/hotel. Very comfy and well appointed rooms. Excellent staff, very friendly and welcoming. Food excellent especially the Sunday roast. Would definitely recommend staying there.
Lovely pub/hotel. Very comfy and well appointed rooms. Excellent staff, very friendly and welcoming. Food excellent especially the Sunday roast. Would definitely recommend staying there.
10
Rod
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We loved the charm of the property. The onsite restaurant was exceptional. Our Sunday dinner of pork, lamb, yorkshire pudding, potatoes and gravy were amazing. The chef works magic!
We loved the charm of the property. The onsite restaurant was exceptional. Our Sunday dinner of pork, lamb, yorkshire pudding, potatoes and gravy were amazing. The chef works magic!
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Cleanliness
Many guests describe rooms and public areas as very clean or spotless, but several report lapses such as dust, stained carpets, mould, or missed housekeeping.
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Lisa
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were faultless 10 out of 10. Both dinner & breakfast presented well however warm not hot. Under rim of sink needed cleaning dust sitting ontop of lid on toilet brush & not sure floor had been cleaned before we arrived as ball of dust under chair & marks/dark hair on bathroom floor. A little more attention to detail required (Fox room).
Staff were faultless 10 out of 10. Both dinner & breakfast presented well however warm not hot. Under rim of sink needed cleaning dust sitting ontop of lid on toilet brush & not sure floor had been cleaned before we arrived as ball of dust under chair & marks/dark hair on bathroom floor. A little more attention to detail required (Fox room).
10
Maria
May 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and modern rooms
Very clean and modern rooms
4
Neil
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
My room was very dirty and hasn’t been cleaned; all surfaces were covered in thick dust
My room was very dirty and hasn’t been cleaned; all surfaces were covered in thick dust
10
Aubrey
May 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our room was very clean and well appointed. We appreciated the tea in the room and the large shower with ample hot water.
Our room was very clean and well appointed. We appreciated the tea in the room and the large shower with ample hot water.
10
Maria
Jun 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Always my go to now when in Newbury for business. Staff so friendly, excellent breakfast and room comfortable, if a bit on on the small side. My only bit of feedback from this visit is wheni pulled the TV out for optimal viewing position there was a thick layer of dust on the wall mount..just an oversight im sure.
Always my go to now when in Newbury for business. Staff so friendly, excellent breakfast and room comfortable, if a bit on on the small side. My only bit of feedback from this visit is wheni pulled the TV out for optimal viewing position there was a thick layer of dust on the wall mount..just an oversight im sure.
10
Alexander
Nov 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room spotless. Excellent service. Great stay
Room spotless. Excellent service. Great stay
10
Peter
Mar 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay. Staff friendly and service great. Nice clean rooms.
Great place to stay. Staff friendly and service great. Nice clean rooms.
10
Belinda
Nov 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous stay! The staff were superb - friendly & helpful. Our room was wonderful, the place was spotless throughout and the breakfast was delicious. Will definitely return!
Fabulous stay! The staff were superb - friendly & helpful. Our room was wonderful, the place was spotless throughout and the breakfast was delicious. Will definitely return!
8
Mr Phil
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a really tough one to do a review on. They clearly are trying so hard to make your stay a special one. The staff are brilliant and the food is excellent and really can't fault them on that side of things. The room was nicely decorated and a lovely bathroom area, however the overhead shower had a lot of dust and water marks so clearly not cleaned for a while. The bathroom itself was clean. The carpet really could do with a clean as a lot of stains. The advert says slippers, dressing gown and bottled water of which none could be found. Again nothing major, but without water it is hard to make tea or coffee with machines provided. The part we found most frustrating and it meant little sleep was that our room was directly over the bar and we could hear a group of people downstairs talking until after 1:30am which in all honesty I am unsure if it was staff or guests but either way if they moved to the main dining area it wouldn't have impacted us at all. The other frustration although told all rooms are sound proofed a slight design floor where downstairs bar has a speaker in the ceiling which is directly under the bedroom meaning despite the speaker being low ambient sound you can still hear the music which they turn off at 11pm but turn back on at 7:30am meaning a disruption of sleep. I am sure the staff who open up could select that bar area speaker isn't turned on until later in the morning. For us the pillows were far to hard, but didn't raise this issue.
This is a really tough one to do a review on. They clearly are trying so hard to make your stay a special one. The staff are brilliant and the food is excellent and really can't fault them on that side of things. The room was nicely decorated and a lovely bathroom area, however the overhead shower had a lot of dust and water marks so clearly not cleaned for a while. The bathroom itself was clean. The carpet really could do with a clean as a lot of stains. The advert says slippers, dressing gown and bottled water of which none could be found. Again nothing major, but without water it is hard to make tea or coffee with machines provided. The part we found most frustrating and it meant little sleep was that our room was directly over the bar and we could hear a group of people downstairs talking until after 1:30am which in all honesty I am unsure if it was staff or guests but either way if they moved to the main dining area it wouldn't have impacted us at all. The other frustration although told all rooms are sound proofed a slight design floor where downstairs bar has a speaker in the ceiling which is directly under the bedroom meaning despite the speaker being low ambient sound you can still hear the music which they turn off at 11pm but turn back on at 7:30am meaning a disruption of sleep. I am sure the staff who open up could select that bar area speaker isn't turned on until later in the morning. For us the pillows were far to hard, but didn't raise this issue.
8
Nikki
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely accommodation and welcoming staff Arrived 18:30 to find Sunday food serving was finished however staff asked chef if he can do me something to eat which he did and was lovely food. Few things I question- I stood at bar to order drinks and food and service charge added on automatically without me realising I prefer to tip afterwards if appropriate then ordered again at bar dessert again service charge added on which I questioned this time and asked for it to be removed which it was however it should not be there automatically!! Room cleanliness overall good but small windows room was hot and no fan leaving windows open right next to seating area and smoking area isn’t great so at least get a fan in the room The shower tiles lower down lots of mould get your cleaning staff actually cleaning the tiles lower down as slimy mould can be remover with a bit of elbow grease On entering room it smelt damp However this did not affect my stay and would stay again if the above notes were improved this could be 5***** Very accommodating staff
Lovely accommodation and welcoming staff Arrived 18:30 to find Sunday food serving was finished however staff asked chef if he can do me something to eat which he did and was lovely food. Few things I question- I stood at bar to order drinks and food and service charge added on automatically without me realising I prefer to tip afterwards if appropriate then ordered again at bar dessert again service charge added on which I questioned this time and asked for it to be removed which it was however it should not be there automatically!! Room cleanliness overall good but small windows room was hot and no fan leaving windows open right next to seating area and smoking area isn’t great so at least get a fan in the room The shower tiles lower down lots of mould get your cleaning staff actually cleaning the tiles lower down as slimy mould can be remover with a bit of elbow grease On entering room it smelt damp However this did not affect my stay and would stay again if the above notes were improved this could be 5***** Very accommodating staff
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable, stylish, and well appointed, though some are compact. Multiple reviews mention noise from the road or bar areas and heat in warm weather, with fans provided and limited cooling.
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Rajni
Dec 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed here over a long weekend with a large group, including children, and had an excellent experience. The staff were outstanding! Max, in particular, went above and beyond to make sure everyone was well taken care of. The level of service was exceptional. The rooms were comfortable and spacious and well maintained, and the food was excellent. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to others.
We stayed here over a long weekend with a large group, including children, and had an excellent experience. The staff were outstanding! Max, in particular, went above and beyond to make sure everyone was well taken care of. The level of service was exceptional. The rooms were comfortable and spacious and well maintained, and the food was excellent. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to others.
10
Martin
Mar 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms a little small, space only for one suitcase
Rooms a little small, space only for one suitcase
10
Catherine
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A really beautiful place, lovely rooms and fabulous bar and restaurant
A really beautiful place, lovely rooms and fabulous bar and restaurant
8
Kyle
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It’s a very charming pub hotel and the staff are very friendly, but it is on a busy road and the rooms in the front of the pub are noisy, so bring ear plugs, or ask to have rooms further back in the stables. Our friends stayed in the annex which was noisy too - bottles being thrown into trash bins throughout the night, etc and work was being done by someone at 5am. Great location though for Donnington Grove Golf Club and Highclere Castle.
It’s a very charming pub hotel and the staff are very friendly, but it is on a busy road and the rooms in the front of the pub are noisy, so bring ear plugs, or ask to have rooms further back in the stables. Our friends stayed in the annex which was noisy too - bottles being thrown into trash bins throughout the night, etc and work was being done by someone at 5am. Great location though for Donnington Grove Golf Club and Highclere Castle.
10
Maria
Apr 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed 1night for a business trip, have stayed several times so knew what to expect..opted for a deluxe room but didnt see any difference from a standard room..the room was very small but perfectly formed, had an excellent nights sleep. Lady on reception at check in was lovely despite being very busy, and helped me out with no fuss when i locked myself out of my room. Will stay again next time im in Newbury.
Stayed 1night for a business trip, have stayed several times so knew what to expect..opted for a deluxe room but didnt see any difference from a standard room..the room was very small but perfectly formed, had an excellent nights sleep. Lady on reception at check in was lovely despite being very busy, and helped me out with no fuss when i locked myself out of my room. Will stay again next time im in Newbury.
10
Richard
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room decorated with character. Comfortable bed, very fluffy towels. Breakfast was superb. Staff helpful and friendly.
Lovely room decorated with character. Comfortable bed, very fluffy towels. Breakfast was superb. Staff helpful and friendly.
10
Brad
May 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
My husband I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hare & Hounds! It is a beautifully done Inn… the main facility and our room were decorated to perfection. 5 stars for cleanliness and updated facilities, while maintaining the countryside charm. Our host, Damian, was especially warm and welcoming. He made us feel very special and at home. We left wanting to come back for a visit.
My husband I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hare & Hounds! It is a beautifully done Inn… the main facility and our room were decorated to perfection. 5 stars for cleanliness and updated facilities, while maintaining the countryside charm. Our host, Damian, was especially warm and welcoming. He made us feel very special and at home. We left wanting to come back for a visit.
10
Alison
May 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely pub/hotel. Very comfy and well appointed rooms. Excellent staff, very friendly and welcoming. Food excellent especially the Sunday roast. Would definitely recommend staying there.
Lovely pub/hotel. Very comfy and well appointed rooms. Excellent staff, very friendly and welcoming. Food excellent especially the Sunday roast. Would definitely recommend staying there.
8
Mr Phil
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a really tough one to do a review on. They clearly are trying so hard to make your stay a special one. The staff are brilliant and the food is excellent and really can't fault them on that side of things. The room was nicely decorated and a lovely bathroom area, however the overhead shower had a lot of dust and water marks so clearly not cleaned for a while. The bathroom itself was clean. The carpet really could do with a clean as a lot of stains. The advert says slippers, dressing gown and bottled water of which none could be found. Again nothing major, but without water it is hard to make tea or coffee with machines provided. The part we found most frustrating and it meant little sleep was that our room was directly over the bar and we could hear a group of people downstairs talking until after 1:30am which in all honesty I am unsure if it was staff or guests but either way if they moved to the main dining area it wouldn't have impacted us at all. The other frustration although told all rooms are sound proofed a slight design floor where downstairs bar has a speaker in the ceiling which is directly under the bedroom meaning despite the speaker being low ambient sound you can still hear the music which they turn off at 11pm but turn back on at 7:30am meaning a disruption of sleep. I am sure the staff who open up could select that bar area speaker isn't turned on until later in the morning. For us the pillows were far to hard, but didn't raise this issue.
This is a really tough one to do a review on. They clearly are trying so hard to make your stay a special one. The staff are brilliant and the food is excellent and really can't fault them on that side of things. The room was nicely decorated and a lovely bathroom area, however the overhead shower had a lot of dust and water marks so clearly not cleaned for a while. The bathroom itself was clean. The carpet really could do with a clean as a lot of stains. The advert says slippers, dressing gown and bottled water of which none could be found. Again nothing major, but without water it is hard to make tea or coffee with machines provided. The part we found most frustrating and it meant little sleep was that our room was directly over the bar and we could hear a group of people downstairs talking until after 1:30am which in all honesty I am unsure if it was staff or guests but either way if they moved to the main dining area it wouldn't have impacted us at all. The other frustration although told all rooms are sound proofed a slight design floor where downstairs bar has a speaker in the ceiling which is directly under the bedroom meaning despite the speaker being low ambient sound you can still hear the music which they turn off at 11pm but turn back on at 7:30am meaning a disruption of sleep. I am sure the staff who open up could select that bar area speaker isn't turned on until later in the morning. For us the pillows were far to hard, but didn't raise this issue.
8
Justine
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The added extras like complementary sloe gin, earplugs & joss sticks. However it was extremely hot but if we’d opened the window it would have been too noisy.
The added extras like complementary sloe gin, earplugs & joss sticks. However it was extremely hot but if we’d opened the window it would have been too noisy.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, attentive and professional, with several standout staff mentions. However, some experienced slow or disorganized restaurant service, understaffing at busy times, or delays at reception.
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Rajni
Dec 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed here over a long weekend with a large group, including children, and had an excellent experience. The staff were outstanding! Max, in particular, went above and beyond to make sure everyone was well taken care of. The level of service was exceptional. The rooms were comfortable and spacious and well maintained, and the food was excellent. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to others.
We stayed here over a long weekend with a large group, including children, and had an excellent experience. The staff were outstanding! Max, in particular, went above and beyond to make sure everyone was well taken care of. The level of service was exceptional. The rooms were comfortable and spacious and well maintained, and the food was excellent. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to others.
10
Carolyn
Jan 3, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a lovely, country-town hotel. Gorgeous decor, superb catering and above all, delightful staff - professional, efficient, friendly and charming. Truly, nothing seemed to be any trouble for them at all - rare these days! Very high standards all round.
This is a lovely, country-town hotel. Gorgeous decor, superb catering and above all, delightful staff - professional, efficient, friendly and charming. Truly, nothing seemed to be any trouble for them at all - rare these days! Very high standards all round.
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Barbara
Apr 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room but restaurant service is slow. Lots of time when there was no one in the restaurant. At breakfast we sat down on our own accord as there was no one around,after what seemed like a long time, I got us the menus and eventually someone came to take the order. They need more staff and better trained staff.
Lovely room but restaurant service is slow. Lots of time when there was no one in the restaurant. At breakfast we sat down on our own accord as there was no one around,after what seemed like a long time, I got us the menus and eventually someone came to take the order. They need more staff and better trained staff.
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Andrew
Jan 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely rooms at a great price and reception are very helpful. Mildly disappointed with the food and drinks, very expensive for what it was and the staff in the restaurant don’t seem very organised. Also, adding the tip automatically to the bill for a table of two is a step too far for me, we aren’t in the USA, let’s not start pretending that we are. If you pay your waiting staff industry leading wages and then allow customers to leave tips for truly exceptional service instead of expecting customer to top up salaries on behalf of the business that would be a much better proposition for customers and drive better service (and yes I’m aware we can have the tip removed from the bill but that’s not the point here).
Lovely rooms at a great price and reception are very helpful. Mildly disappointed with the food and drinks, very expensive for what it was and the staff in the restaurant don’t seem very organised. Also, adding the tip automatically to the bill for a table of two is a step too far for me, we aren’t in the USA, let’s not start pretending that we are. If you pay your waiting staff industry leading wages and then allow customers to leave tips for truly exceptional service instead of expecting customer to top up salaries on behalf of the business that would be a much better proposition for customers and drive better service (and yes I’m aware we can have the tip removed from the bill but that’s not the point here).
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David
Jun 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Service and approach of every staff member was excellent and to be commended. The food was varied and enjoyable with very good selection of wines and beer. It is on a main road but not noticeable with rooms spread out surrounding the main hotel - very well thought out
Service and approach of every staff member was excellent and to be commended. The food was varied and enjoyable with very good selection of wines and beer. It is on a main road but not noticeable with rooms spread out surrounding the main hotel - very well thought out
10
Neil
Jan 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay, with unexpected extras, like the sloe gin sample in the room, coffee machine & kettle, pillow mist & lovely toiletries - some really lovely touches - room styling was very bespoke, with quality décor, styling & was very well presented. Service levels do need improvement however, with the need for additional hospitality staff training & attentiveness, whilst not forgetting previous table service requests - the restaurant was only 1/3 full, but the staff looked very overrun. I thought menu choices for dinner were good and the pricing was fair. Our orders/requests for water/ drinks though, were forgotten about at least 3 times. The waitress commented to us that I would need to go to the bar to get my drink as they were exceptionally busy, whilst I waited the 8-9 minutes at the bar, my food had already been brought to the table, so when I returned is wasn't very hot.. Breakfast choices were good, although the 3 times I went for juice/glass, there were none avail & no fruit juice & wasn't replenished during the sitting. I would love to return again, but some little disappointments - which could easily be improved on, without too much effort. Thank you.
Lovely stay, with unexpected extras, like the sloe gin sample in the room, coffee machine & kettle, pillow mist & lovely toiletries - some really lovely touches - room styling was very bespoke, with quality décor, styling & was very well presented. Service levels do need improvement however, with the need for additional hospitality staff training & attentiveness, whilst not forgetting previous table service requests - the restaurant was only 1/3 full, but the staff looked very overrun. I thought menu choices for dinner were good and the pricing was fair. Our orders/requests for water/ drinks though, were forgotten about at least 3 times. The waitress commented to us that I would need to go to the bar to get my drink as they were exceptionally busy, whilst I waited the 8-9 minutes at the bar, my food had already been brought to the table, so when I returned is wasn't very hot.. Breakfast choices were good, although the 3 times I went for juice/glass, there were none avail & no fruit juice & wasn't replenished during the sitting. I would love to return again, but some little disappointments - which could easily be improved on, without too much effort. Thank you.
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Scott
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really disappointed. The reception desk is not manned and it took a long wait before check in and check out. I booked a suite but was given a small room in the loft. The window had been left wide open so it was bitterly cold on arrival. There is no water or milk for coffee in the room. One of the windows had no blind or curtain. The bathroom is very small with the sloping roof it is impossible to use the toilet stood up. There is no mirror at the sink but on the other side of the room. There is no room service so I was told to order at the bar and then carry it up to my room. I did this and the dessert was brought to me 10 minutes before my main. A catalogue of problems which I have not experienced at this hotel before.
Really disappointed. The reception desk is not manned and it took a long wait before check in and check out. I booked a suite but was given a small room in the loft. The window had been left wide open so it was bitterly cold on arrival. There is no water or milk for coffee in the room. One of the windows had no blind or curtain. The bathroom is very small with the sloping roof it is impossible to use the toilet stood up. There is no mirror at the sink but on the other side of the room. There is no room service so I was told to order at the bar and then carry it up to my room. I did this and the dessert was brought to me 10 minutes before my main. A catalogue of problems which I have not experienced at this hotel before.
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Tim
Mar 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It is an ideal spot. We went to the races at Newbury. The room was comfortable and clean. The food was excellent. The main issue was staffing, there were simply not enough. Apparently 2 of their bar / restaurant staff called in sick. It was chaos and very slow. Sophie (duty manager) did her best and was excellent, but it was an uphill struggle with the rooms, bar and restaurant all full !!
It is an ideal spot. We went to the races at Newbury. The room was comfortable and clean. The food was excellent. The main issue was staffing, there were simply not enough. Apparently 2 of their bar / restaurant staff called in sick. It was chaos and very slow. Sophie (duty manager) did her best and was excellent, but it was an uphill struggle with the rooms, bar and restaurant all full !!
10
Maryin
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This chic and very esthetic hotel was everything I imagined it to be! Staff was very nice and very accommodating to all needs! Restaurant was absolutely delicious with unique yet simple great dishes. Communication was staff was great! Can’t wait to visit again!
This chic and very esthetic hotel was everything I imagined it to be! Staff was very nice and very accommodating to all needs! Restaurant was absolutely delicious with unique yet simple great dishes. Communication was staff was great! Can’t wait to visit again!
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Belinda
Nov 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous stay! The staff were superb - friendly & helpful. Our room was wonderful, the place was spotless throughout and the breakfast was delicious. Will definitely return!
Fabulous stay! The staff were superb - friendly & helpful. Our room was wonderful, the place was spotless throughout and the breakfast was delicious. Will definitely return!
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Location
Convenient for Newbury attractions, Highclere Castle and access to the M4. Front and annex rooms can be noisy from traffic or venue activity, while others find the setting quiet.
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Guy
Jul 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very good location, clean and well appointed rooms. My only suggestion is change the kitchen service call bell. Eating in the restaurant is like dining in a hospital ICU !!!!
Very good location, clean and well appointed rooms. My only suggestion is change the kitchen service call bell. Eating in the restaurant is like dining in a hospital ICU !!!!
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Kyle
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It’s a very charming pub hotel and the staff are very friendly, but it is on a busy road and the rooms in the front of the pub are noisy, so bring ear plugs, or ask to have rooms further back in the stables. Our friends stayed in the annex which was noisy too - bottles being thrown into trash bins throughout the night, etc and work was being done by someone at 5am. Great location though for Donnington Grove Golf Club and Highclere Castle.
It’s a very charming pub hotel and the staff are very friendly, but it is on a busy road and the rooms in the front of the pub are noisy, so bring ear plugs, or ask to have rooms further back in the stables. Our friends stayed in the annex which was noisy too - bottles being thrown into trash bins throughout the night, etc and work was being done by someone at 5am. Great location though for Donnington Grove Golf Club and Highclere Castle.
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David
Jul 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really good place to stay. Easy to get to as well connected to motorway without being so close you can hear it. Food is excellent and I would visit just to have dinner.
Really good place to stay. Easy to get to as well connected to motorway without being so close you can hear it. Food is excellent and I would visit just to have dinner.
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Aline
Jun 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Friendly welcome, good food, great location. Rooms facing the street are very noisy, very hot (summer). I'd like them to be a bit cleaner. Otherwise, top-notch!
Friendly welcome, good food, great location. Rooms facing the street are very noisy, very hot (summer). I'd like them to be a bit cleaner. Otherwise, top-notch!
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Nick
Feb 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very handy for making a weekend out of a trip to the theatre. Amazing food.
Very handy for making a weekend out of a trip to the theatre. Amazing food.
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Olivier
May 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
nice bedroom (though low ceiling). Quiet place. good food. Nice staff. a place to recommend.
nice bedroom (though low ceiling). Quiet place. good food. Nice staff. a place to recommend.
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IAN
Dec 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Brief overnight stay only,having stayed here nearly a year before on our travels,suited our purposes.to return. Room nbr1 was clean and tidy,good facilities,is obviously a popular place on both stays-January and December -as dining and bar areas full. Room was on front next to main road,earplugs provided if needed due to traffic,previous stay was quieter in carpark area accommodation Easy access from M4
Brief overnight stay only,having stayed here nearly a year before on our travels,suited our purposes.to return. Room nbr1 was clean and tidy,good facilities,is obviously a popular place on both stays-January and December -as dining and bar areas full. Room was on front next to main road,earplugs provided if needed due to traffic,previous stay was quieter in carpark area accommodation Easy access from M4
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Tim
Mar 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It is an ideal spot. We went to the races at Newbury. The room was comfortable and clean. The food was excellent. The main issue was staffing, there were simply not enough. Apparently 2 of their bar / restaurant staff called in sick. It was chaos and very slow. Sophie (duty manager) did her best and was excellent, but it was an uphill struggle with the rooms, bar and restaurant all full !!
It is an ideal spot. We went to the races at Newbury. The room was comfortable and clean. The food was excellent. The main issue was staffing, there were simply not enough. Apparently 2 of their bar / restaurant staff called in sick. It was chaos and very slow. Sophie (duty manager) did her best and was excellent, but it was an uphill struggle with the rooms, bar and restaurant all full !!
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Andrew
May 22, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Quirky accommodation however the suite we had was on the front of the property and extremely noisy from road traffic. Also loud music came through the walls and air vent in bathroom banged a lot.
Quirky accommodation however the suite we had was on the front of the property and extremely noisy from road traffic. Also loud music came through the walls and air vent in bathroom banged a lot.
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Ian
Jul 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location& service !
Excellent location& service !
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Dining
Food is frequently rated excellent at both dinner and breakfast, with many enjoying the on-site restaurant. Some guests report slow service, dishes arriving lukewarm, price concerns, smaller portions, or inconsistent breakfast quality.
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Wayne
Jun 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Having stayedvher on numerous occasions , we were disappointed with the room, the room was not cleaned, no new towels given no fresh milk delivered as previously. The food was mediocre , the poor waitresses was left to deal with a full restaurant with no help. The caperts are badly stained
Having stayedvher on numerous occasions , we were disappointed with the room, the room was not cleaned, no new towels given no fresh milk delivered as previously. The food was mediocre , the poor waitresses was left to deal with a full restaurant with no help. The caperts are badly stained
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Andrew
Jan 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely rooms at a great price and reception are very helpful. Mildly disappointed with the food and drinks, very expensive for what it was and the staff in the restaurant don’t seem very organised. Also, adding the tip automatically to the bill for a table of two is a step too far for me, we aren’t in the USA, let’s not start pretending that we are. If you pay your waiting staff industry leading wages and then allow customers to leave tips for truly exceptional service instead of expecting customer to top up salaries on behalf of the business that would be a much better proposition for customers and drive better service (and yes I’m aware we can have the tip removed from the bill but that’s not the point here).
Lovely rooms at a great price and reception are very helpful. Mildly disappointed with the food and drinks, very expensive for what it was and the staff in the restaurant don’t seem very organised. Also, adding the tip automatically to the bill for a table of two is a step too far for me, we aren’t in the USA, let’s not start pretending that we are. If you pay your waiting staff industry leading wages and then allow customers to leave tips for truly exceptional service instead of expecting customer to top up salaries on behalf of the business that would be a much better proposition for customers and drive better service (and yes I’m aware we can have the tip removed from the bill but that’s not the point here).
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john
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Large and good restaurant is part of the hotel. Nice breakfast included. Excellent dinner. A little short on staff, but those there were friendly and capable.
Large and good restaurant is part of the hotel. Nice breakfast included. Excellent dinner. A little short on staff, but those there were friendly and capable.
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Lisa
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were faultless 10 out of 10. Both dinner & breakfast presented well however warm not hot. Under rim of sink needed cleaning dust sitting ontop of lid on toilet brush & not sure floor had been cleaned before we arrived as ball of dust under chair & marks/dark hair on bathroom floor. A little more attention to detail required (Fox room).
Staff were faultless 10 out of 10. Both dinner & breakfast presented well however warm not hot. Under rim of sink needed cleaning dust sitting ontop of lid on toilet brush & not sure floor had been cleaned before we arrived as ball of dust under chair & marks/dark hair on bathroom floor. A little more attention to detail required (Fox room).
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Derek
Jun 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a last minute booking and I was blown away at the service, the quality of the rooms and the finishes. Loads of little details that you would not normally get in this price range. Then the evening meal which I have to say was one of the best three course meals I have ever tasted, every last little crumb was a sheer delight. Can’t wait to go again
It was a last minute booking and I was blown away at the service, the quality of the rooms and the finishes. Loads of little details that you would not normally get in this price range. Then the evening meal which I have to say was one of the best three course meals I have ever tasted, every last little crumb was a sheer delight. Can’t wait to go again
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Karen
Jun 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful helpful staff. All very pleasant. Service in restaurant let it down as we had to wait so long. Breakfast very good but again a very long wait. Hotel was lovely but just the restaurant service wasn’t great at all. Rooms very nice, small but ample. Fans were greatly appreciated. Toiletries very good too and excellent hair dryer!
Wonderful helpful staff. All very pleasant. Service in restaurant let it down as we had to wait so long. Breakfast very good but again a very long wait. Hotel was lovely but just the restaurant service wasn’t great at all. Rooms very nice, small but ample. Fans were greatly appreciated. Toiletries very good too and excellent hair dryer!
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Daniel
Jan 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, staff and the rooms are decorated very well. Only downfall was the breakfast…the restaurant when I came down at 8:30am was a mess, barely a clean table, almost every table had plates with left over food…. The breakfast itself I am sure was precious days food warmed up. This is shame as I’ve had lunch there before and it was really good…. Perhaps there was a staffing issue, I don’t know. I’d still come back, however fresh breakfast next time please.
Lovely hotel, staff and the rooms are decorated very well. Only downfall was the breakfast…the restaurant when I came down at 8:30am was a mess, barely a clean table, almost every table had plates with left over food…. The breakfast itself I am sure was precious days food warmed up. This is shame as I’ve had lunch there before and it was really good…. Perhaps there was a staffing issue, I don’t know. I’d still come back, however fresh breakfast next time please.
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Hugh
Mar 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Pleasant staff. Clean well designed areas. Very good restaurant. Above our expectations
Pleasant staff. Clean well designed areas. Very good restaurant. Above our expectations
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Rod
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We loved the charm of the property. The onsite restaurant was exceptional. Our Sunday dinner of pork, lamb, yorkshire pudding, potatoes and gravy were amazing. The chef works magic!
We loved the charm of the property. The onsite restaurant was exceptional. Our Sunday dinner of pork, lamb, yorkshire pudding, potatoes and gravy were amazing. The chef works magic!
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Julie
Jun 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning place, great food and very friendly/helpful staff
Stunning place, great food and very friendly/helpful staff
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Kenneth
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
We had a lovely stay. Food amazing and staff friendly and helpful. We will be back. Thanks to you all
We had a lovely stay. Food amazing and staff friendly and helpful. We will be back. Thanks to you all
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Vicky
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Nice food, friendly staff. Rooms felt a little dated.
Nice food, friendly staff. Rooms felt a little dated.
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Shaunna
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The room was nicely decorated, and bed was comfy. The shower in the bathroom was small with no door so soaked the room. My main issue was cleanliness. There was think cobwebs in most corners or the room, all over the blind and coming down onto the cups. The cups and glasses were dusty and I tried to have some of the complimentary water but it smelled stall and the bottle was dirty- it had been sitting there a long while! The cleaners definitely need to be re trained, it was just very slapdash. The restaurant was lovely and dinner was so nice. For breakfast the service wasn't great and the juices and milk , bowls etc weren't topped up throughout breakfast so if you were down later, you just didn't get. A general okay stay but could have been better with easy adjustments.
The room was nicely decorated, and bed was comfy. The shower in the bathroom was small with no door so soaked the room. My main issue was cleanliness. There was think cobwebs in most corners or the room, all over the blind and coming down onto the cups. The cups and glasses were dusty and I tried to have some of the complimentary water but it smelled stall and the bottle was dirty- it had been sitting there a long while! The cleaners definitely need to be re trained, it was just very slapdash. The restaurant was lovely and dinner was so nice. For breakfast the service wasn't great and the juices and milk , bowls etc weren't topped up throughout breakfast so if you were down later, you just didn't get. A general okay stay but could have been better with easy adjustments.
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Jackie
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Was really hot despite the desk telling us it was a nice cool room - we got a service charge for 2 on our evening meal despite no mention on the menu -
Was really hot despite the desk telling us it was a nice cool room - we got a service charge for 2 on our evening meal despite no mention on the menu -
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Sarah
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
First impressions it looked like a lovely place. Room was after reading previous reviews was a little disappointed much smaller in size and a glass door on the bathroom !! Decoration tired and not as clean as I would have expected. Bed was very comfortable and room quiet. Fans in the provided in the room due to heatwave which was helpful. Restaurant was nice but menu very limited. Staff very helpful
First impressions it looked like a lovely place. Room was after reading previous reviews was a little disappointed much smaller in size and a glass door on the bathroom !! Decoration tired and not as clean as I would have expected. Bed was very comfortable and room quiet. Fans in the provided in the room due to heatwave which was helpful. Restaurant was nice but menu very limited. Staff very helpful
FAQs about Hare and Hounds - Newbury
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
English breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and children.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 25 per pet per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including designated accessible parking and public areas. However, specific features may vary.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located within a 15-minute drive of Newbury Racecourse and Highclere Castle, approximately 0.8 miles from Deanwood Park Golf Course and 1.5 miles from Donnington Castle.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although the specific age limit is not mentioned.
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Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 17.50 for children
- Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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