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Elephant Hotel

3-star Hotel with Restaurant

3 stars

Church Road, Reading, RG8 7AR

+44 118 984 2244
7.4
Good

based on 386 reviews

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About Elephant Hotel, Reading

Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Location
8.4
Services
7.5
Staff
8.1
Value for money
7.3
The Elephant Hotel is situated in the charming village of Pangbourne, beside the River Thames. Minutes from the M4, it is convenient for Reading, Newbury and Oxford. The hotel’s restaurant, The Herd, offers a unique dining experience with steaks cooked on an open fire in the restaurant. BaBar offers bistro dining and a range of drinks. Food is made from local ingredients, and al fresco dining is available in the enclosed garden. Rooms at The Elephant feature beautiful, hand-crafted Indian furniture, rich rugs and delicate fabrics. Each also has a flat-screen smart TV with over 50 channels. Guests can make use of free public parking on site, and free WiFi throughout the building. Pangbourne Rail Station is just a few minutes’ walk away. Guests can take a leisurely stroll through village, and enjoy picturesque views of the river and wooded Chiltern Hills.

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Rooms

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£60/night

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£223/night

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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

General

  • Window
  • Family rooms
  • Fireplace
  • Garden view
  • Slippers
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Safe

Reviews

7.4
GoodBased on 386 verified guest reviews
7.4Couples
7.9Families
7.7Friends
7.1Solo


Elephant Hotel room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does Elephant Hotel compare to other 3-star hotels in Reading?

    On average, Elephant Hotel is less than the Reading average rate for 3-star hotels. The nightly rate at Elephant Hotel is typically £93, whereas the nightly rate in Reading is £6 more.

  • How far is Elephant Hotel from Oxford Kidlington?

    If you're looking to go directly from Oxford Kidlington to Elephant Hotel, expect a 1h 18min drive as they are around 26.3 mi apart.

  • What is the best way to get to Elephant Hotel from Oxford Kidlington?

    Elephant Hotel has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way not only to get from Oxford Kidlington to the hotel, but also to get around Reading during your stay may be to hire a car. Car hire in Elephant Hotel are on average £21/day. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Elephant Hotel. The nearest airport to the hotel is Oxford Kidlington.

  • Is Elephant Hotel pet-friendly?

    Customers of Elephant Hotel are welcome to bring their dogs with them during their stay.

  • Are there food options at Elephant Hotel?

    Elephant Hotel does have a restaurant on site that guests and non-guests can use. Ask the front desk for kitchen hours or call Elephant Hotel at +44 118 984 2244. One of the easiest dining options for Reading guests staying in Elephant Hotel is to order room service, which is available to all hotel guests.

  • Does Elephant Hotel have a pool?

    Unfortunately, our data does not specify if there is a pool at Elephant Hotel. We would recommend calling the hotel’s front desk to confirm. The phone number for Elephant Hotel is +44 118 984 2244.

  • How close is Elephant Hotel to Reading city centre?

    Elephant Hotel is 5.1 mi away from the city centre of Reading, where you can find interesting sights such as Hexagon.

  • What is the phone number for Elephant Hotel?

    Is Elephant Hotel pet-friendly?

  • Does Elephant Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Elephant Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Elephant Hotel?

    For Elephant Hotel, the required check-out time is 11:00. Check-in may be available from 15:00. Any special requests should be made with the concierge.

  • How much is a room at Elephant Hotel?

    Guests can currently expect to pay £155 on average for a night at Elephant Hotel, Reading. Enter your desired travel dates in the form above to find deals starting at £57 per night.

  • Is there laundry service in Elephant Hotel?

    Yes, you can take care of all your laundry needs with the on-premise services at Elephant Hotel, Reading. Need to straighten out your clothes? The accommodation features an ironing board and an iron.

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Elephant Hotel location: Church Road, Reading, RG8 7AR

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