Donnington Hotel, Spa & Golf

Hotels
Classic British Hotels
8.4 (119 reviews)
Old Oxford Road, Donnington, Newbury, England, RG14 3AG , Newbury , GB

Pets allowed

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Express check-out
Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
Fireplace in lobby
Electric car charging station
Health club
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Attentive staff
Comfortable bed
Great food quality
Excellent location
Cons:
Spa cost unclear

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
8.83
Very attentive staff and great service mentioned in multiple reviews.
Location
8.87
Close to Vodafone HQ and Newbury town center.
Room Quality
8.32
Spacious and comfortable rooms noted in reviews.
Amenities
8.35
Great restaurant and wine list noted, but spa access could be more transparent.
Value for Money
8.31
Great value for money confirmed by guest experiences.
Food and Beverage
8.36
Fab quality food and good breakfast as indicated in reviews.
Overall Experience
8.33
Overall satisfaction noted with expectations met for a wedding and stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 00:44

Property Description

Experience unparalleled relaxation at Donnington Valley Hotel and Spa, your perfect getaway in the heart of Newbury.

Unwind in Luxury
Indulge in rejuvenating treatments at our full-service spa, featuring an array of massages and body therapies designed to leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized.

Culinary Delights
Savor exquisite British cuisine at Winepress, our bar/lounge, or enjoy the convenience of 24-hour room service. Our daily buffet breakfast ensures you start your day right.

Stay Active
Practice your swing at our golf course, enjoy a workout at the health club, or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool, all while staying connected with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your stay.

Don't miss out on an incredible experience—book your stay at Donnington Valley Hotel and Spa today!

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for golf tee times. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 119 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 8.83
Location: 8.87
Room Quality: 8.32
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.31
Food and Beverage: 8.36
Overall Experience: 8.33
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Turner solo_traveller gb
9
Highly recommend - fantastic staff, dog friendly and excellent aircon in rooms
Pros:

This was my first stay at Donington Hotel. I booked it because it is dog friendly and has aircon in the rooms. It was the start of a heatwave and my dog was struggling with the temperature of our flat and all portable aircon units were out of stock.

The hotel is wonderful, the staff couldn't help enough and were very welcoming of my dog and I.

The grounds are beautiful, the food was excellent and the aircon was amazing!

Cons:

I arrived late and the room wasn't quite ready. However, the staff managed this well - I was shown to the bar and asked to wait there with a complimentary glass of prosecco.

If the bar and communal areas had aircon, my dog and I would have spent more time there as we enjoyed meeting some lovely people at the hotel.

As with all hotels, I think there was a premium for the aircon room in the middle of a heatwave.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
10
Brilliant place and great service
Pros:

Excellent service from all staff especially the reception team. 1st class
Great room. Very clean. Great bed.
Wonderful pool. The staff there are also amazing.
Spa is good
Restaurant food and service is excellent
The place has had a make over since my last trip and it looks very good indeed

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Karen solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The location was great. The receptionist was so very lovely and welcoming.
The food was amazing.

Cons:

Nothing..

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Keith couple gb
10
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Caroline couple gb
8
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Caroline couple gb
7
Would recommend this hotel, very clean, tidy and comfortable
Pros:

The outside space, the decor, food, reception staff and rooms were really lovely

Cons:

The bar staff were charging multiple different prices for the same round of drinks

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Gym and the restaurant

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Chris couple gb
10
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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May couple gb
7
Pros:

Very clean

Cons:

Noise from generator on roof above our room constantly

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Jayen couple gb
10
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Kay solo_traveller gb
9
Good
Pros:

Breakfast was OK. Didnt use the spa as i didnt have time. Room was very nice

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Sophie couple gb
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Paul extended_group gb
9
Excellent
Pros:

The place is wonderful. Spa and gym are excellent,food is also excellent,staff are amazing. The two girls on reception were more than helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Gyunaydan couple gb
8
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Jennifer couple gb
9
We had a very enjoyable and restful stay with you.
Pros:

The swimming pool and facilities were very nice and relaxing.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
8
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Tolga couple tr
6
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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catherine solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Location. Size of our room

Cons:

Extra charge for Spa because we booked with Booking. Com. Dormer Windows were filthy.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Guy solo_traveller gb
5
A lesson in mediocrity
Pros:

It had a room

Cons:

No WiFi and the complaint ignored

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Christopher couple gb
10
2026-06-19 via Nuitee