Bowling Green Rd, Thatcham, Newbury, RG18 3RP, United Kingdom
#14 of 16 hotels in Newbury
Guests' ChoiceBased on 691 hotel reviews
7.4Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Location
8.2
Facilities
7.9
Staff
8.3
Value for money
7.5
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 25 June 2024
Rowan
United KingdomA better breakfast could be offered.
The staff were friendly, the rooms were spacious, the shower had strength, and the pool was fantastic.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 24 June 2024
Clementina
United KingdomThe lift wasn’t working and the room was difficult to find as the corridors were like a maze. Was exhausted from my journey, so could have done without pacing up and down corridors trying to find my room number. The restaurant food was limited and quite expensive wouldn’t eat their again if I stayed, but the waiters were lovely just not good value for money.
The pool and the location. Very quiet, room spacious and bed was comfortable. The staff were very obliging and couldn’t fault them.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 23 June 2024
Billett
United KingdomInsufficient coffees and no biscuits in the room no plug socket for the kettle at the designated coffee/drinks station in the room. Order for dinner was one mushroom terrine and one ham hock terrine, we received two ham hock terrines not impressed with the quality, clearly simple supermarket fare. the steaks ordered were poor quality similar to Iceland brand steaks, we ordered rare, both were medium. Deserts were not inspiring. Service was slow but extremely courtious .Complaints were not raised as it was very the two Staff we saw working were working extremely hard. The decor appears to be very 1970s , similar to that of a Cross roads motel geared up for company reps from long ago. The steam room in the sports area was not working, the lifts were not working, The entire complex requires an extensive revamp. All staff we encountered are extremely loyal to the business, but it appears sadly a lack of investment and a failure to move forward will be the end of what. clearly was once a first class establishment and could be again if investment was forthcoming.
We had a wonderful romantic stay, and would definitely return. We have very precious warm memories. Cleanliness was good, Staff were polite but it appeared insufficient staff to the point service was breaking down even though everyone appeared to be extremely hard working.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 23 June 2024
Young
United KingdomStaff service. When we arrived at the hotel we were ignored by the receptionist who was on the phone. Not once did she acknowledge our presence. The waiting staff in the restaurant were not great or attentive. They gave us the wrong wine, when they cleared our plates we had to go looking for them to get a dessert menu as none was forthcoming. The menu was difficult to understand as there were different ones for customers staying on business and those that weren't. If you weren't staying on business you could still only choose desserts from the business menu though. All desserts on the other paying guests menu were not available. Nowhere did it tell you this and the waiter also didn't explain how it worked until we asked as we were confused. My meal was average, it didn't have some of the ingredients that it was supposed to have.
The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Nice Bar area. Parking was not a problem.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 23 June 2024
Leslie
United KingdomWe were given a room on the third floor but the lift was out of order so had to climb stairs with a disability not very impressed but only rooms available.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 22 June 2024
Martin
United KingdomNon working lift but was getting seen to that week as we left apparently. Pool area needs spruce up flaking ceiling paint as well as pealing window covers. General male toilets in reception restaurant corridor not to 4 star standard. Grounds need some TLC. Other 4 star accomodation supply robes and slippers. Your marketing branding team really need to get web site sorted for this hotel as current one does not do it justice. Only deeper investigation encouraged me to visit.
Breakfast ok but more fruit required to have as a bowlful as well as choice of cereal (something like canned fruit in its juice) Dinner needed more choice when staying for 4 nights half board for sure
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 22 June 2024
Wright
United KingdomThe lift was out of order for both days of our stay, no one offered to help us with our luggage up to or down from the first floor On the first morning of our stay we came down for breakfast at about 9:20 to find that there was barely any hot food available from the buffet. Staff politely obliged by preparing more food when asked. On the second morning of our stay we came to breakfast at about 9:00 to find the hot drinks machine was inoperative
Room, leisure facilities, location, parking, quiet of the hotel, staff were polite and helpful when approached
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Susan
United KingdomNo Internet reception in bedroom
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 20 June 2024
Stuart
United KingdomLift was goosed. No aircon in the room, which was hot as balls on the 3rd floor. Bit of a drainage smell in the bathroom. Missing buttons on the shower controls.
Staff very accommodating. One lad carried bags up the stairs, as lift was out of order. Ordered taxis for us. The barman was particularly nice trying to get wor lass in the bar, thought that was very nice of him? Not sure how the brekkies worked out on wed morn since Jim was on the sesh still after 1am 🤣
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 20 June 2024
Mark
United KingdomNone
Good location. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 19 June 2024
J
United KingdomBooked a twin room but was set up as king size. Breakfast OK, but would be nice to have fresh juice and more healthy/veggie options.
Large room with lots of natural light. Pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room great.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 19 June 2024
Mclintock
United KingdomIts only a small thing but, we asked for ice and the barman said they didnt have any, because the last customer was an hour and a half ago ??????? Didnt understand that at all
Room was excellent, breakfast good.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 17 June 2024
Alistair
United KingdomThere wasn't really anything not to like. Being extremely picky, maybe HD tv and a sports channel or 2, but I am aware it isn't in the middle on London.
The room was a very good size, I had a sofa and a desk to work at. The bed was very comfortable and I had a very good nights sleep. I was only going to have a small breakfast but was drawn in. The hot food was very good quality and the continental had everything you would want.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 15 June 2024
David
United KingdomSo dated and all the carpets could do with a proper clean
The shower
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 13 June 2024
Care
United KingdomWent for evening meal 7:30, starter arrived 7:45.Main course arrived 8:15+ = wrong meal, sent it back.Requested where was meal at 9pm, chef forgot the order.By then too late to eat a meal at 9:15 settled for a dessert Chaos really
Hotel & staff
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Toni
United KingdomOutdoor seating would make a difference
Relaxing stay, nice food, very comfortable
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 9 June 2024
Hemraj
United KingdomLifts not working, a bit difficult to go upstairs especially with waking problems.
Location was good, good parking.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 6 June 2024
Paula
United KingdomWe were put in a disabled room. Sliding door for bathroom was very difficult to close No light bulb in one of the bedside lights No plu in the bathroom sink
Comfortable and clean Spa facilities were good
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Allison
United KingdomAll was as expected
All was good and great value for money
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Alex
United KingdomDidn’t keep pastries refreshed. Coffee was ok but not great.
Good gym and sauna, boditrax equipment was great. Good eggs Royale
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Mark
United KingdomA little dated in places
Comfortable, and access to the pool/gym facilities
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Muriel
United KingdomLifts not working and no sign of repair .
Good location. Staff friendly. Good breakfast.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Moinni
United KingdomThe staff were mostly pleasant but they seemed a bit disorganized. On the second night, the food was a bit of a let down as we felt we were given leftovers. The night before, food was much better.
The hotel is freshly refurbished so mostly clean and fresh. The spa facilities are basic but not crowded at all so that's a bonus. The hotel is located in a very quiet area eventhough it's very close to a rather busy road. Breakfast and 1 of our dinners were very good.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Trixie
United KingdomThe bathroom, There was no handrail to hold to get into the bath for a shower, and having just had a hip replacement I had to be extremely careful.
room was ok but could have had better lighting. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed in May 2024
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