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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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Spanning a serene river, this historic bridge offers a peaceful escape.
Relax in a classic room with a comfortable chair, plush armchair, and large window.
Discover the charm of The Great House, where lush greenery surrounds a historic stone bridge with arches.
Enjoy meals in a serene atmosphere surrounded by lush greenery.
Formal dining area with a long table and comfortable seating, illuminated by pendant lights and natural light.
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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Two single beds with white linens and decorative pillows, a desk, chair, and mirror.

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
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and comfortable seating area.

Casual Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Cozy retreat with a brick accent wall, tufted headboard, and a comfortable bed.

Cosy Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, tufted headboard, and matching bench.

Comfy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Casual Family Room

Relax in this serene bedroom with a large bed, gray sofa, and a small table for a peaceful retreat.

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
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Biggy Double Room

Relax in a classic room with a comfortable chair, plush armchair, and large window.

Biggy Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Biggy Riverside Double Room

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, tufted headboard, and a bench at the foot, offering a view of lush greenery outside.

Biggy Riverside Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Clocktower Family Suite

Relax in a cozy seating area with a comfortable bed and desk for work or study.

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
Rainfall showerhead
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Clocktower Suite

Experience a cozy retreat with a comfortable bed and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a restful stay.

Clocktower Suite

9.4 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Coach House Apartment Suite

Contemporary bedroom with a sloped ceiling, exposed brickwork, and a large bed.

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
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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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

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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) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • 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
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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

Popular mentions

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Bathroom
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What guests liked

  • The property's bar and restaurant offered a pleasant dining experience with good options within walking distance. (5 reviews)
  • 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)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great venue on the river good food and rooms are clean and fantastic amount of sockets and usb charging.
Billy, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location with lovely terrace for dining.
Helen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had amazing time and enjoy the surroundings.
Stephen, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We loved our stay! Everything was wonderful. The kids loved the cute kids beds so much!we can’t wait to come back!
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful setting and excellent accommodation. Dinner in the igloos sublime.
Jan, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Lovely hotel, clean, spacious and well appointed room and bathroom Only issue was parking. All of lower car park reserved for a wedding meaning very limited parking for hotel guests. All other aspects excellent
Wendy, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Nice location with a beautiful garden. Very overpriced and i would
Ross, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Great stay

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

What a beautiful spot! The hotel is lovely and I was particularly pleased with my upgrade to a river view room! I would highly recommend this to everyone!
Jane, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

A lovely place to stay
Christopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyed our stay
Robyn, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

All was good
John, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

River Front Hotel

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

10/10 Excellent

Very clean property and friendly staff.
Wanda, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

The location, the hotel and the room was excellent. Everything was all very clean and the our room cleaned well everyday. The food in the restaurant was excellent. The service in the restaurant was not so good. I felt the staff didn't look around enough to see what was happening and when they were quieter, they weren't clearing tables. 12% service charge seems excessive when the service was below par. For both meals we had, we had to go to the bar to pay our bill, as we were unable to get the attention of a member of staff. We would definitely recommend the Mill for a show and meal. We literally turned up that day and amazingly they had some tickets.
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely decor, warm & cosy.
Tara, 1-night trip