Wee Waif by Greene King Inns

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Greene King's Pubs & Hotels
7.8 (2012 reviews)
Old Bath Road, Charvil , Reading , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Value for money
Good food
Cons:
Room cleanliness issues
Need for refurbishment

Categories

Cleanliness
6.85
There was some mess on the floor from the previous stay that got missed in the clean up.
Service
8.31
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Location
8.35
It's a good location for access to local attractions.
Room Quality
7.31
Rooms are comfortable but show signs of wear and need maintenance.
Amenities
7.64
Hotel has basics but lacks a fridge and some modern conveniences.
Value for Money
7.8
Good prices for the accommodation offered.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Breakfast and dinner received positive reviews.
Overall Experience
7.82
The stay was enjoyable despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 06:34

Property Description

Modern Lodge-Style Accommodation
Located on the A4 near Reading, The Wee Waif Hotel offers modern lodge-style accommodation in Charvil. The attractive surroundings and convenient road/rail links to London and Heathrow make it a perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Dining Experience
The hotel features an inviting bar and spacious restaurant, ideal for a business lunch or a relaxing family meal. With an extensive menu offering quality dishes and daily specials, guests can indulge in a delightful culinary experience during their stay.

Convenient Location
Situated between Reading and Maidenhead, The Wee Waif serves as a convenient stop for visitors exploring the Thames Valley Pathway. Additionally, guests can take a short walk to the picturesque village of Sonning-on-Thames. With Windsor Castle, Ascot Racecourse, Newbury Racecourse, The Oracle shopping centre, and Legoland all within easy reach, there is no shortage of attractions nearby.

Book your stay at The Wee Waif Hotel now for a memorable experience!

Important information:

If you are arriving after 23:00, please contact the hotel for check-in information.

Please note that full payment is taken at time of booking.

If booking 5 rooms or more different conditions may apply.

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

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 2012 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.85
Service: 8.31
Location: 8.35
Room Quality: 7.31
Amenities: 7.64
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 7.82
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Barry • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great place to stay, great staff, clean rooms, ive stay here a number of times

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely atmospheric hotel.Clean and convenient to all sight seeing activities.Excellent service

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Wendy Rowe • family_with_children • gb
6
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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ruth • couple • gb
10
Brilliant and great value
Pros:

Excellent staff friendly room clean bed super comfortable

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Luciana • solo_traveller • es
10
Agradable
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • couple • gb
7
Ok stay
Pros:

Good location and food was good, breakfast was fantastic

Cons:

Very dated hotel needs a lot of renovation, toilet in main bar and restaurant was absolutely disgusting

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Richard • extended_group • gb
10
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Grahame • couple • gb
9
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Breakfast was nice

Cons:

Room was basic but clean

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Rachael • family_with_children • gb
9
Great, and just what we needed for transit accommodation
Pros:

Clean, tidy and just what we needed .

Cons:

The room was ridiculously hot, but I turned the heater off and opened the window and all was well. The shower gel had run out too

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Bryan • couple • gb
8
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Colin • couple • gb
9
2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • gb
10
Just what we needed.
Pros:

Nice place to stay. Bed was comfy and shower pressure was good.. Hand soap was almost empty but I did not run out. There will always be something to complain about, but to be fair... This was exactly what we needed.

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Jeffrey • couple • gb
7
2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Judy • couple • gb
8
2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Joseph Noel • couple • gb
7
Pros:

The room was comfortable and clean. The kettle required a thorough cleaning though. The food was good and staff were friendly. Ample parking space as well.

Cons:

Lighting could have been better. Felt a bit dark in the bathroom. The kettle was crusted.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Norman • family_with_children • gb
5
Pros:

Was clean

Cons:

No plug sockets next to bed. Bathroom door wouldn't close and lock broken. Tea coffee was very minimal in room

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Cath • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Good location for local function at nearby Rugby Club and very good breakfast.

Cons:

Comfortable beds, but bedroom needed updating, abit worn in places.

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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EAMONN JOSEPH • extended_group • gb
9
Great fun
Pros:

Friendly, helpful and very encouraging of our fancy dress costumes!

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee