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Reviews of The Elephant at the Market 3 stars

Market Place, Newbury, RG14 5BD, United Kingdom

#13 of 16 hotels in Newbury

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 774 hotel reviews

7.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.0

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    7.6

  • Free WiFi

    7.3

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  • Reviewed: 11 August 2023

    8.0
    Lovely stay, the price and location was good, but the restaurant service was lacking for the hotel patrons.
    • Solo traveller
    • Cosy Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lighting…..I had to order at the bar for food to take to the room and the bar staff moved without purposed.

    Location,price and privacy.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very central location. Friendly staff. Nice relaxed atmosphere.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2023

    7.0
    Good central location at a good price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I unexpectedly needed to give a lift to someone late and the pub was closed and no-one to let me back into the car park, so I had to pay for a local car park overnight. Next morning they said they don’t give out the code for the car park routinely only if you ask - but they were closed when I would have needed to ask. They also were not willing to reimburse my overnight car parking fee. If they had done that automatically I would have given a higher rating.

    Good central location, a bit noisy due to nearby main road by they do provide ear plugs. Comfortable bed, lovely bathroom.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious and very clean room located in the heart of Newbury.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2023

    8.0
    Enjoyed the stay and staff very busy but very helpful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    More staff breakfast v slow

    Staff friendly and helpful

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2023

    7.0
    An historic place to stay superbly located in the middle of Newbury
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rotten wooden bath mats which leave puddles of water on the bathroom floor. (Cotton bath mats please). Sticky dining room tables.

    It is a quaint old 17th century coaching inn turned into a bar and hotel. Food is good and the location is superb. Beds are comfortable.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    8.0
    Great stay
    • Solo traveller
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, great staff. Good facilities. Comfy bed and pillows!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2023

    6.0
    Lovely room but not suitable for a young family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was so hot I couldn’t sleep and my baby couldn’t either - even with an air con fan in the room Very noisy which I wouldn’t of expected for a Wednesday Thursday night The stairs were very steep to the room and the doors very heavy which made it very difficult to carry luggage and a baby

    Location was perfect Staff were amazing Bed super comfy

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2023

    9.0
    Excellent central Newbury location with a great bar and restaurant.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cosy Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food was excellent. Simple dishes done really really well.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2023

    7.0
    Satisfactory Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was a nice size as we booked the larger family suite but as it was facing the main street it was very noisy. People congregated outside at 3.45am every evening as I believe the Bar nearby was open until 3.00am. The old style windows did not keep out any of the noise. Unable to open any window in the bathroom.

    The hotel is central and convenient for Newbury Race Course. Plenty of Bars and Restaurants close by. The staff were very helpful and welcoming.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2023

    7.0
    Expensive dungeon
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Miserable reception by a man who was totally disinterested in us. Dingy lighting in the room and particularly in the bathroom (light missing above bathroom mirror) leaving one dull bulb Only one small window. Felt like you were in a dungeon .

    Location and parking

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    8.0
    Comfortable, but nightmare parking at hotel. I chose this hotel due to parking but road closures and no warning.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Two flights of stairs

    Nice room good location

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    8.0
    A pleasant short stay for a family wedding. Friendly and efficient staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite difficult to find how to get into the car park as we didn’t know Newbury at all.

    Located conveniently for us to attend a wedding outside Newbury. Quirky decor in some of the rooms. Exceptionally friendly and efficient service from the young lady who checked us in and even served our breakfast.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2023

    8.0
    Great experience, exceptionally friendly helpful staff. Delicious food
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Brilliant location. Quirky hotel full of character

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The outside rooms are not that great. Previous stay was in a room in the hotel. The converted workshops are hot and noisey and quite well kitted out for all that

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    9.0
    Lovely central pub with rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Cosy Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lovely spacious and characterful room, comfy beds. Breakfast wasn't booked in advance but was delicious and staff were very warm and friendly.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2023

    8.0
    One night stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Square and High St. closed on weekends to traffic so look for bridge and fire station. Breakfast is just that, add on for coffee etc.

    Liked the decor. Bedroom looked like it had recently been refurbished (?) Step outside and you are immediately in the square. Bar area good.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2023

    9.0
    Newbury Races
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bit noisy from street but it was a hot night and windows were open

    Close to town and racecourse

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No lift

    Central location. Near shops and cafes. Good veggie breakfast

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    9.0
    Very happy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely rooms, excellent experience with staff, good location. We stayed in a deluxe double. oh, and the Sunday roast!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    8.0
    A lovely family outing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cosy Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lighting in the room was poor.

    The breakfast was great. The room was comfortable and clean. We were right in the centre near theatre, restaurants, market, shops and river walks. The staff were very polite and helpful.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great location, lovely rooms and facilities

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    8.0
    Really enjoyable comfortable stylish room
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    More lighting in bathroom. Street a bit noisy with late night revellers on Friday and Saturday night. But not a problem

    Upgraded room was lovely. Superking bed. Nice decor. Nice feel. Great to look out over pedestrianised street.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room could have been a bit cleaner but general clean. Due to location could get noiser on weekends so wouldn't recommend if you want a very quiet room.

    Room was decorated really well, very cosy with good facilities. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Good location in town centre and good for a short night stay. Breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2023

    9.0
    Good value and charm with helpful staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a big deal but figuring out light switches for room and bath was interesting.

    Easy walk from the train station - room had character.

    Stayed in May 2023

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