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Facilities
Property facilities
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WiFi available
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Free WiFi
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Parking
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Free Parking
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Non-smoking rooms
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Restaurant
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Terrace
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Garden
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Pets allowed
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Bar
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Non-smoking throughout
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Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
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Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Physical distancing rules followed
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Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
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Cashless payment available
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Fire extinguishers
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First aid kit available
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Sanitized tableware & silverware
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Contactless check-in/check-out
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Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
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Smoke alarms
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Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
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Guest room sealed after cleaning
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Physical distancing in dining areas
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Key access
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Food delivered to guest room
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CCTV outside property
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CCTV in common areas
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Process in place to check health of guests
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Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
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Property Description
Historic Charm: Originally a 16th-century coaching inn, The Bull in Sonning on Thames offers a unique blend of history and modern comfort. The stylish bedrooms seamlessly combine high-end furnishings with original features, providing a charming and cozy atmosphere for guests.
Culinary Delights: Indulge in the exceptional cuisine, fine wines, and Fuller's real ales that have earned The Bull its stellar reputation. From hearty breakfasts to gourmet dinners, the dining experience here is sure to delight your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
Convenient Location: Situated just a short 5-minute drive from Reading and within easy reach of Henley Royal Regatta Headquarters and Henley-on-Thames, The Bull offers the perfect base for exploring the picturesque surroundings. Book your stay now and immerse yourself in the rich history and warm hospitality of The Bull.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Property Policies
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Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
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Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
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Children and extra bed policy
Children of any age are allowed.
Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for £5.50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
People 13 years old and over stay for £35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
Location
Guest Reviews
Stunning location and pub. I found it easily following sat-nav and there were plenty of parking spaces available. The design is sensitive to the Grade II Listed status - lots of original features and quirks. The location offers some pleasant local walks - I headed towards the Thames towpath and enjoyed the peace and quiet. I had a light evening meal, which was delicious.
Breakfast was included in the price - excellent value. Due to the heat my appetite was low, so I opted for the continental choices and a lighter cooked option - unfortunately the latter was inedible. I was offered an alternative but couldn't face it by that point
This is more due to the weather conditions, it was a very warm day - sadly due to the Listed status I imagine - there was no air conditioning - so the room was only just bearable from a Dyson fan provided. The bathroom was a little compact - again, working with the existing footprint.
Really quirky and memorable. Spotless, individual room and fabulous staff.
Nothing
Staff were really pleasant and helpful.
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Lovely character.
Although there was a fan in the room it was still too hot.
Cosy atmosphere
Very restricted parking available
Also breakfast wasn’t great
The location is fabulous, walking distance to the river, and lovely village of Sonning. We found the breakfast had a great selection, having the choice of a large menu, plus fruit, juices, coffees, cereal, and croissants. The staff were great, and we enjoyed a couple of evening meals we had in the restaurant. It’s very quiet hotel at night time, no passing traffic etc so there’s no disturbance through the night. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Our room was very small, not really anywhere to hang our clothes or keep our large suitcases. The bed wasn't particularly comfortable. It had a mattress topper which was too large for the bed, so it felt like we were rolling off. As we were staying for a week, it would have been nice to have the bathroom cleaned and sheets changed more.
Our Welcome was pleasant, the room was lovely and the dinner was good
Location was ideal for what we needed .
Parking on site was good and the fact the Bull is Dog Friendly was ideal.
Breakfast was good too .
No real dislikes - the Bull was ideal for the length of time and kind of stay we required
Bar & food
Travel
A charming historic building. The room was tastefully furnished and well-equipped. The dinner was excellent. The check-in staff were very professional and courteous.
Aside from the details, the overall rating was good.
A somewhat uneasy rest (room overlooking the outside tables and parking lot) until closing. Staff at dinner: when asked for a knife, they handed it over by taking it by the blade... At breakfast, cleanliness: dirt and dust on the table legs, crumbs left on the table, salt shaker with abandoned remnants of salt and pepper. Truly unpleasant. Overall breakfast quality was definitely a step down from dinner. Staff at checkout were cold.
Das Zimmer war klein, aber sehr gemütlich und sauber. Wir hatten dort auch hervorragendes Abendessen, und das Frühstück war ebenso sehr gut. Service top!
The room and bathroom were lovely, although the loo seat needs some tightening. Rooibos tea was a nice surprise.
Really nice pub and restaurant with well appointed rooms above. Breakfast was fabulous.
I felt it was expensive for what it was about £150 a night is overpriced for what it is. I stay away most weeks and wouldn't say this pub/hotel justifies the price.
Schönes Ambiente und gutes Frühstück.
Leider ging die Kaffemaschine im Zimmer nicht und das Personal konnten nicht helfen.
No organic food
Lovely old pub/hotel in great location with friendly staff
Noise from pub below our room
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