The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire, Reading ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Thames Street, Reading, United Kingdom, RG4 6UT

The Great House is a former Elizabethan coaching inn located in the picturesque village of Sonning-on-Thames. It offers unique views of the River Thames and features delightful gardens that stretch down to the river, providing breathtaking countryside scenery. The hotel is known for its emphasis on eating, drinking, and relaxation in a serene setting. With its proximity to Reading and London Heathrow, it serves as a convenient retreat for both leisure and business guests.

Location

The Great House is situated in Sonning-on-Thames, a village located on the Berkshire and Oxfordshire borders, just a 10-minute drive from Reading. The hotel is approximately 40 km from London Heathrow, making it accessible for travelers. Nearby attractions include St Andrew's Church and various nature reserves, providing additional recreational opportunities within a short distance.

Rooms

All guestrooms are uniquely designed with an array of colors and textures, featuring amenities such as free WiFi, minibars, and laptop-friendly workspaces. The double rooms combine comfort with practicality, offering seating areas, flat-screen TVs, and modern bathrooms. The Clocktower Family Suite caters to families with kids' beds and ample space to spread out. Each room is equipped with retro-style fridges, ensuring guests have fresh milk and complimentary water.

Eat & Drink

Diners can enjoy meals at Coppa Club, which features a full hot breakfast and an Italian-inspired menu for lunch and dinner. The restaurant boasts views of the river and an outdoor terrace, offering a pleasant dining atmosphere. Guests are treated to flexible menus that include healthy breakfast options like watermelon and smashed avocado. The venue also provides a botanical seeded gin menu in partnership with Fever-Tree.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features spacious areas for relaxation and leisure, including a large lawned garden ideal for walks along the towpath. Business guests have access to comfortable working areas equipped with complimentary WiFi and powerpoints. Additional amenities include a picnic area, banquet hall, and a lobby fireplace that enhances the relaxing environment. There are options for guests to unwind with deck chairs facing the lovely views.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Cosy Double Room

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2 persons

11 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Casual Twin Room

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2 persons

32 m²

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2 Single beds

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Comfy Double Room

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2 persons

17 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Reading 4.5 km

Airports

London Heathrow (LHR) 39.1 km

London City (LCY) 74.4 km

Train

Reading Station 4.6 km

Bus

Bus stop300 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Charming Accommodations

I absolutely adored the quirky decor of the room, complete with retro touches and delightful sweets that made my stay feel special and cozy.view full review

Luxurious Bathroom

The expansive bathroom was a highlight for me, featuring wonderful products and thick, cozy towels that added a touch of luxury to my stay.view full review

Fun for Kids

The addition of new toys in the toy box was a lovely surprise for my daughter; she had a fantastic time playing while we relaxed.view full review

Stylish Design

The modern yet homely style of the room made it incredibly inviting, and I appreciated the attention to detail in its decor.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Cycling
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Bathtub
Shower cabin
Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Thames Street, Reading, United Kingdom, RG4 6UT

Map view

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Thames Street, Reading, United Kingdom, RG4 6UT

City landmarks

Caversham Lakes

1.8 km

Garden

Harris Garden

2.4 km

Redgrave Pinsent Rowing Lake

2.4 km

Museum

Museum of Berkshire Aviation

3.4 km

Nature reserve

Loddon Nature Reserve

2.9 km

Shiplake Row

Holmwood

2.8 km

Reading RG6 1LF

Palmer Park

3.0 km

Park

Dinton Pastures Country Park

4.8 km

200 Caversham Park Rd

Clayfield Copse & Blackhouse Wood

3.3 km

Museum

The Museum of Reading

4.4 km

Park

Forbury Gardens

4.3 km

Museum

The Museum of English Rural Life

4.4 km

South Lake

3.5 km

92 Napier Rd

King's Meadow

3.7 km

Museum

Reading Abbey Ruins

4.2 km

The Oracle Shopping Centre

Reading

4.5 km

8 Church Rd

Sol Joel Park

3.8 km

University

University of Reading

4.3 km

George Street George Street

Christchurch Meadows

3.8 km

Church

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

3.6 km

Abbots Walk St James Presbytery

St. James & St. William of York Church

4.1 km

Museum

Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock

3.8 km

Museum

Cole Museum of Zoology

4.3 km

London Road Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

The Royal Berkshire Medical Museum

4.2 km

Art object

Statue of Queen Victoria

4.5 km

6 Abbey Street

Chestnut Walk

4.3 km

Whiteknights Lake

4.0 km

Peppard Road

Balmore Walk

4.0 km

Nearby

Church

St Andrew's Church

170 m

The Mill at Sonning

220 m

Restaurants

Coppa Club

680 m

Restaurant

The Bull Inn Restaurant

180 m

High Street

The French Horn

350 m

Playhatch Road B478

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

8.0

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

Sharon

United States, April 2023

8.4/10

Staying at this hotel was an absolute delight. The rooms were incredibly finished in a charming brick-wood style with some lovely touches like fresh milk and sweets, but we had a bit of trouble opening the window due to the heat. The service was excellent, with staff going above and beyond to assist us. The location right by the river was ideal for a peaceful and beautiful stay. Dining was a good experience with a focus on quality, although it could have been hotter. The facilities were top-notch, making our stay even more enjoyable.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were beautifully finished in brick-wood, with fresh milk and sweets provided, but we couldn't open the window due to the heat.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, with the staff going above and beyond to help us, showing delightful helpfulness and friendliness.

Location

8.0

The location by the river was stunning, offering a peaceful and pretty setting, although it lacked enough entertainment options.

Dining

7.0

Dining at the hotel was good quality, although it could have been hotter and lacked a bit of variety.