Bull Inn

Hotels
Marston's Inns
7 (280 reviews)
Streatley , Reading , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Lack of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
5.83
Several mentions of bathrooms needing improvement and hairs found in the bath.
Service
7.8
Friendly host and accommodating staff were highlighted positively.
Location
8.34
Good location for short stays and walking paths was noted positively.
Room Quality
6.29
Comfortable beds mentioned, but issues with decorations and amenities.
Amenities
6.82
Some amenities were lacking, but value in other aspects was noted.
Value for Money
7.28
Good value for basic stay, though lacking in some comforts.
Food and Beverage
6.83
No breakfast option but good meal options nearby.
Overall Experience
6.8
General sentiment indicates a satisfactory stay with room for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 05:46

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Reading

Garden Oasis: Enjoy a peaceful retreat in our garden, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring nearby attractions.

Delicious Dining: Indulge in culinary delights at our restaurant and unwind with a drink at the cozy bar.

Entertainment and Connectivity: Stay entertained with evening activities and stay connected with our complimentary WiFi.

Book your stay at Bull Inn for a memorable experience in Reading!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    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.

Location

Guest Reviews

7
Based on 280 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.83
Service: 7.8
Location: 8.34
Room Quality: 6.29
Amenities: 6.82
Value for Money: 7.28
Food and Beverage: 6.83
Overall Experience: 6.8
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Natalie solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Anna solo_traveller se
7
Bättre omsorg om kunder önskades
Pros:

Svalt stenhus, även utan airkondition. Det var 30-35 grader ute aktuella dagar.

Cons:

Att trots att jag bad om hjälp med toalettproblem så gjorde de inget åt det. Jag bad om en hink vatten för att kunna få ned allt som hade samlats. På väggen stod en skylt med information om att det var dåligt spoltryck i toaletterna pga närbeliggande sluss. Hur svårt kan det då vara att serva med extra vatten så att inte avföring ligger kvar hela tiden?

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Zena solo_traveller gb
4
GRIM
Pros:

The bed.

Cons:

The Bathroom was a hazard. Electric towel rail hanging off the wall. Ditto loo holder. Shelf to put things on missing. Light above mirror not working..

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Frances solo_traveller gb
9
I would highly recommend
Pros:

Staff were fantastic!

Cons:

Na

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Jared solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Spot on - thank you

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Chris solo_traveller gb
9
Superb value, lovely friendly & rural feel to this pub.
Pros:

I like the location, and the rooms are round the back so no street noise. Big garden and good car park. Very friendly welcome and able to enjoy a pint and meal in garden on the warm evening I was there.
Walking up streatley hill gives fantastic views and the most wonderful scented wildflower meadow over on the west side of the hill.

Cons:

It wasn’t a problem as other guests we quiet and respectful, but there isn’t much sound insulation between rooms. It wouldn’t put me off staying again as the price and amenities make it superb value.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Abelljms extended_group gb
7
all great
Pros:

shame breakfast not yet available

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Sue couple gb
6
Good budget stay but wouldn’t return
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Rooms very tired fire exit light distracting during night poor lightning and bathroom very tired

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Barbara solo_traveller it
8
Pros:

A very old pub close to Goring and in the middle of the Ridgeway. It's in a very cool atmosphere. The rooms are outside the pub in the garden. The bed is not so big but the price is very good. No breakfast but close you find a bar where have it. They serve food but not every day, we hope that it can be change in future.

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Teresa solo_traveller gb
5
Basic accommodation but clean. Convenient location for walking the Ridgeway.
Pros:

Good location right off the Ridgeway path. The room was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. There was plenty of hot water and the shower worked well.

Cons:

The pub website said that breakfast was available to book however on arrival we were told that they no longer offered breakfast.
The bathroom was in need of a complete overhaul and the shower gel dispenser was empty. There was also no bin anywhere!

2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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Mike solo_traveller gb
4
Sadly disappointed 😞
Pros:

Breakfast was offered on website but as a double room option was two breakfasts and no option to select one! luckily I didn't select it as when I arrived at the bull they didn't do breakfasts anyway!

Cons:

Sadly the heating wasn't working, and all night the water pipes were making a terrible bubbling noise which kept me awake most of the night. Also the escape sign above the door has a green light which also affects sleep. I was hoping for a meal but they didn't offer evening meals Monday or Tuesday night. It's under new management and I did meet the Owner and I hope they can sort out the issues as its a lovely old style pub.

2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Oliver solo_traveller gb
8
Great value for money in the area
Pros:

Great location for Ridgeway walk and close to river

Cons:

No breakfast

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
10
2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Jeni couple gb
10
Pros:

Lovely hosts and good location for walking into Streatley.. fab outside space and very quiet over night with no road noise.

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Jonathan extended_group gb
8
Clean, comfortable, friendly and excellent value for money
Pros:

The room was quiet, clean and very comfortable. The bathroom was clean and functional but obviously very old and looking a bit tired. This didn't bother me at all. Given the location and the price, the cleanliness and comfort and the very friendly new owners it was excellent value for money. Exactly what I needed for my Ridgeway walking trip on a budget!

Cons:

The option of breakfast would be good once the new owners have fully settled in

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Abelljms extended_group gb
7
all great
Pros:

nice bar, looooow ceilings!

Cons:

will be great once breakfast is available. In the meantime they should do a deal with the Pierrepoint cafe across the river for a discount for Bull customers, etc.

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
6
Very friendly staff but the place needs a lot of work
Pros:

The location was lovely and the staff were really friendly

Cons:

We had dinner as we arrived just before the kitchen closed at 19:30 and the food which came out was overcooked and clearly not cared about. The rooms were not that clean, we were not given any instructions for check out. When trying to check out at 10am we discovered the pub was closed, there was no key drop box and no one was answering the phone. As we were travelling on to a wedding this made the morning highly stressful.

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple gb
10
Pros:

Great over night stay

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Peter extended_group gb
6
A mixed bag
Pros:

The welcome and reception on our arrival was very friendly.All paperwork was dealt with very efficiently.
We were shown to our rooms in the grounds of the pub.We all found our double bed each very comfotable.The first evening's drinks and food were fine.

Cons:

Please bear in mind that I need to point out that the new managers had only been in place for 2 weeks.Therefore,responsibility for some negatives should likely fall on the owners-in this case,Marstons.
Whilst the sleeping area was fine,the condition of the bathroom required a lot of attention;not only to the rotting wood but also decoratively.
Apparently,sickness amongst the staff prevented any provision of any evening meal on the final night of our stay.This information was stuck to an outer entrance door.We,obviously,had to hastily make other arrangements.

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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matthew couple gb
7
Pros:

good location price was right

Cons:

paid for breakfast through booking .com only to find out they don't do breakfast and still waiting for a refund

2026-03-06 via Nuitee