Five Bells, Baydon Road, Wickham, Newbury, RG20 8HH, United Kingdom
#5 of 11 B&Bs and Inns in Newbury
Guests' ChoiceBased on 490 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 27 June 2024
R
AustraliaThe picturesque building was a wonderful first impression and the staff and interior were equally as welcoming. Our room was comfortable and we were grateful for the quality tea and coffee facilities.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 26 June 2024
Jordan
United KingdomWarm although country is in the middle of a heatwave
Building was charming Staff very friendly Great value
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 26 June 2024
John
United KingdomSuperb pub, restaurant and accomodation. Host was very pleasant and helpful as was the bar staff. Food was lovely as was the beer (hooky) Room was small but comfortable and who needs a big room anyway! Thank you
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 26 June 2024
Daryl
New ZealandBed was uncomfortable.
Was clean.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Simon
United KingdomMatress was cheap and fairly uncomfortable. Room was very small. Twin had poorly laid out sockets.
Easy check-in. Excellent shower and bathroom. Good location. Not too noisy despite being near motorway.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 17 June 2024
Susan
United KingdomTwin room small but immaculate. Pub very quaint.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 17 June 2024
Lulu
United KingdomI was in the single room and it was quite small, but was still perfectly fine for me.
A great stay - immaculately clean, powerful shower, lovely staff, comfortable bed and soft linen. Teas and coffee are available downstairs if you need.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Matt
United KingdomSingle room was a tad small, but for one night sufficient.
Great location, and a charming pub.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 8 June 2024
Alice
United KingdomWonderful rest, I imagine how travellers rested on long journeys before motorways and service stations, personal service, beautiful surroundings, good grub, good ale, quiet, perfect. The staff are all exceptional.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 4 June 2024
Rod
FranceI personally found the bed low and the mattress soft, due to my bad hip and poor mobility.
Easy to find, conveniently next to a playing field where I could exercise my dog. Very clean facilities.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Corinna
United KingdomNothing. All was perfect
We stayed for one night on our way to a wedding in Newbury. It was a lovely stop over. The staff were friendly, the room comfortable and the food was first rate. They catered for my dairy allergy and I was spoilt for choice. We will definitely book again.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Philip
United KingdomThe staircase up to the bedrooms would benefit from having a handrail. Elderly gentlemen like me find it difficult to, for example, carry a suitcase up or down without something to steady them!Food and drink delicious.
Everything spotless and comfortable with friendly staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Cobaltrage
United StatesEverything about this property exceeded our expectations. From the historic, old thatched roof inn to the friendly service, the fantastic food, and the comfortable rooms. Our only regret about staying here was that we only booked 4 nights and they were full so we could not extend our stay. They have our strongest recommendation.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Rosie
United KingdomWe loved our two night stay.
The hearty breakfast was delicious, in particular the scrambled egg. Good value for money. The evening menu was interesting and changed over the two nights we stayed. The food was all delicious, but in particular the beer battered cauliflower!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Elen
United KingdomNothing.
Beautiful period property, rooms were tastefully decorated with modern facilities with their own entrance, away from the main pub area. Easy to access and ample parking. Set in a beautiful village, staff were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was in addition to the room price but was very nice, was a restful and peaceful setting to wake up to.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Ostle
United KingdomNothing. All was good.
Young man at bar was excellent. Rang to check if I would be arriving before kitchen closed and needed food. Had food waiting on arrival and carried it to my room as I carried my bags. So helpful and polite and pleasant with it.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Caron
United KingdomThe staff were very helpful when our arrival was delayed. In the communal area there was a dresser with coffee and tea and a fridge with mini milk bottles of milk for each room. There were also cans of alcoholic beverages available to purchase from the fridge. Room was very clean, bed very comfortable, shower good. Breakfast was very tasty and made to order. Lovely pub - would definitely return if in the area.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Martin
AustraliaWe had twin beds as a double wasn’t available.
Lovely old pub, full of character; quintessentially English. We were treated to very welcome tea and delicious chips on arrival.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Mike
United KingdomBreakfast not served until 8am which could be a draw back to some. However, it is served promptly, nice choice and very fresh.
Have stayed here a few times and it has become my "go to" place when visiting our Newbury Office. Nice local beers and the food was its usual high standard
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Belton
United KingdomRoom a bit cramped no room for a chair
Good, convenient
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Scott
United KingdomFantastic old English country pub with charming rooms
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Andrew
United KingdomProperty was lovely.
Very personal and great value for money.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Elizabeth
United KingdomRoom was adequate and new en suite just needed a few finishing touches, which was acknowledged as work in progress.
All staff were professional, pleasant and attentive. Both breakfast and dinner were excellent.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomIt’s really old fashioned!
Stayed in March 2024
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