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The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

3.0 star property
Riverfront hotel in Reading with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Property grounds
Clocktower Family Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe
Lounge
Clocktower Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe
Meeting facility
On the river, The Great House in Sonning offers a warm welcome with a cozy fireplace and Mediterranean cuisine at Coppa Club. Enjoy al fresco dining, unwind by the garden or take advantage of free self parking. With helpful staff and first-rate property condition, guests have praised this hotel for its comfort.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator

Room options

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Casual Twin Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Casual Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Casual Double Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Casual Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cosy Double Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Cosy Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfy Double Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Comfy Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Casual Family Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Casual Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Biggy Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Biggy Riverside Double Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Biggy Riverside Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Clocktower Family Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Clocktower Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Clocktower Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Clocktower Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Coach House Apartment Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Coach House Apartment Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Thames Street, Sonning-on-Thames, Reading, England, RG4 6UT

What's nearby

  • Mill at Sonning - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Microsoft UK Headquarters - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • University of Reading - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Oracle - 8 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 35 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 49 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 50 min drive
  • Reading Twyford Station - 5 min drive
  • Reading Wargrave Station - 6 min drive
  • Earley Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caversham Lakes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Want Want Chinese Takeaway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coffee 1 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jalpari of Woodley - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

At The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Thames River and Nirvana Spa. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Coppa Club, which serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Languages

English, Polish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 49 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 34-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Stocked minibar (select free items)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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Special features

Dining

Coppa Club - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per stay

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard

Also known as

Great House Sonning Hotel
Great House Sonning Hotel Reading
Great House Sonning Reading
Sonning Great House
The Great House at Sonning
The Great House Sonning Berkshire
The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire Hotel
The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire Reading
The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire Hotel Reading
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire?

Yes, Coppa Club offers alfresco dining, Mediterranean cuisine, and garden views.

What's the area around The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire like?

The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Thames River and 4 minutes' walk from Mill at Sonning.

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The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and well-presented with a good range of options. (9 reviews)
  • The property offers good free parking and excellent parking facilities. (4 reviews)
  • The property's bar and restaurant offered a nice place to visit for evening drinks and breakfast. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Great location and setting for a 1-night business stay.
1-night trip

10/10

Fantastic hotel couldn't fault it perfect 😀 definitely am coming back again.
1-night trip

10/10

Second time I have stayed here it’s a lovely hotel
1-night trip

10/10

So good actually going back again this week for no other reason than we love the hotel.
1-night trip

10/10

The staff were really helpful and the rooms were very comfortable. Thanks for a fantastic stay!
1-night trip

10/10

The staff were fantastic and, and a very comfortable hotel
3-night trip

10/10

The hotel reception were very friendly. Our room was very large and had everything we could need. And the surrounding area is beautiful
2-night trip

10/10

Brilliant stay in lovely location perfect for visit to theatre at Sonning mill
1-night trip

10/10

Lovely Hotel in a lovely setting by the Thames…
1-night trip

10/10

All was good
1-night trip

10/10

Great rooms and fantastic location. Will stay there again the future!
1-night trip

8/10

A lovely place to stay
1-night trip

8/10

Lovely hotel, nice spacious rooms, very clean and easy to check in on line
1-night trip

10/10

Lovely hotel with a delightful onsite restaurant.
1-night trip

10/10

Enjoyed our stay
2-night trip

8/10

Stayed for a party at the hotel. Lovely location on the river.
1-night trip

10/10

Very clean property and friendly staff.
3-night trip

10/10

Lovely decor, warm & cosy.
1-night trip

10/10

Wonderfully designed hotel and bedrooms, complete with finishing details. Large comfortable beds with working heating provided a warm cosy evening. Beautiful landscape and surrounding views. Would love to visit in the summer and enjoy a ride along the river.
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful location and very welcoming and helpful reception staff
1-night trip

10/10

Very welcoming staff. Room nice. Good coffee!
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful room that was tailored very well to families! The room was very clean and comfortable! The kids corner was amazing with toys and sweets available! We will definitely return to stay with you
1-night trip

8/10

. Helpful staff
2-night trip

10/10

Beautiful location on the river. Bedroom was superb, extremely comfortable large bed and fabulous view.
2-night trip

10/10

This area is very historic and lovely to look at. There are several good dining options within walking distance, including at the hotel. The Thames is very nice here with ealking paths available.
1-night trip