Bacon Arms, Newbury

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Marston's Inns
7 (1287 reviews)
10 Oxford Street , Newbury , GB

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Express check-in/check-out
Bar
Darts
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Clean linens
Large rooms
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Unhelpful staff
Outdated decor

Categories

Cleanliness
5.46
Multiple reviews indicated poor cleanliness, including dirty coffee cups and smell of smoke.
Service
6.93
Mixed comments on service with some staff being unhelpful.
Location
8.97
Multiple reviews praised the location as a major positive.
Room Quality
6.42
Reviews noted outdated and poorly maintained rooms.
Amenities
7.45
Limited mentions; standard amenities present but need improvement.
Value for Money
6.41
Some reviews felt the price was high for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
6.96
Food described as typical pub food, lacking variety.
Overall Experience
7.43
Overall experience was mixed, with some positive aspects but significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:53

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just a short walk from Newbury Train Station and the town centre, Bacon Arms, Newbury offers comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation with free Wi-Fi access throughout the property.

Cozy Rooms with Modern Amenities
Each room at this Marstons Inn features an en suite bathroom, flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee making facilities, ensuring a relaxing stay for guests.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day with a hearty breakfast and later indulge in a variety of dishes at the on-site pub, from succulent steaks to delectable desserts.

Experience the charm of Newbury and book your stay at Bacon Arms today for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Any damage caused will be charged for by the hotel.

If you require check-in outside the standard times, please contact property using the details on your Booking Confirmation.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7
Based on 1287 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.46
Service: 6.93
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 6.42
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 6.41
Food and Beverage: 6.96
Overall Experience: 7.43
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James • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great staff,good menu,

Cons:

All was good

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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ben • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Jürgen • solo_traveller • de
6
Pros:

Die zuvorkommenden Gastgeber, die einem alles gut erklärt haben.

Cons:

Der Zugang zur Dusche ist eingeschränkt, da die Duschtüre nur halb zu öffnen ist. Sie schlägt am Waschbecken an.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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james12017 • solo_traveller • au
8
Arrived late, left early had good sleep
Pros:

Room much better than expected. Quite spacious. Historic building with a lot of character. About a five minute walk from bus station. I think they have free on site parking for cars.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • solo_traveller • gb
4
Very disappointing.
Pros:

I would not recommend this pub for an overnight stay. Access to the room was not easy - all rooms are up at least one flight of stairs - at the top of the first flight, immediately in front of you, is a door which is not easy to open when you're standing on stairs with a rucksack/suitcase! The room itself was OK, not amazing. The chap that showed me to my room was not overly helpful - advised me there's no food at all - no dinner or breakfast available. Also: the bathroom bin had not been emptied; I asked for (and was given) some milk so I could make a coffee in the morning but by the morning the milk had 'gone off', so I had to have black coffee; there was no plug in the bathroom basin; the light above the basin did not work; there was no net curtain at the window which meant if you had the curtains open people across the road could see into your room. When I tried to check out the next morning there was nobody around at all, so I just left my key in the drop box. When I tried to leave the front door was locked - I could not exit the property!! After several minutes I found the back door which, luckily, was not locked, so I exited there and had to walk through the car park and around the building to get to the front of the pub so I could make my way to town.

Cons:

I think I've answered this in my comments above.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Jones • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • gb
5
Needs a bit of TLC to make it a better stay.
Pros:

The rooms are adiquate, we wanted an accessable now on ground floor which was provided.

Cons:

The hotel and barcare a little 'tired', we have staued there for an annual event for last 3 years and although still value for money, not much has changed.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Location was great stayed many times

Cons:

Room number 5 needs a bit of TLC

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Deepika • solo_traveller • gb
7
Overall the stay was good it was comfortable tge only thing was that the hairdryer the upper side of bed lets say some
Pros:

Overall

Cons:

I found the upper side of my bed and side desk near the bed were bit dusty

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Bert • solo_traveller • de
6
Pros:

gute Lage und nettes Personal

Cons:

Zimmer sehr verwohnt und unsauber . Insbesondere das Bad

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Kerry • solo_traveller • gb
4
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • couple • gb
7
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Louise • family_with_children • gb
6
Great location. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Pros:

No breakfast however on the staff’s recommendation we went to King’s Cafe which was excellent. The bedding was good and the beds were comfortable.

Cons:

The room needed decorating. There were holes in the wall where something previously had been hung. Just needed a little more TLC

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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karen • couple • gb
10
A bargain price for a lovely chilled stay
Pros:

Parking. Easy to access room and to leave. Close to shops. Very roomy. Lovely bar staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Les • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Ann-Marie • couple • gb
7
Good value stay - would stay again
Pros:

Central location , £8 taxi to racecourse

Cons:

Limited stock , no ice .

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Christine • extended_group • gb
6
Great location for what we needed but is very basic
Pros:

Needs a refurbish was clean but shower was useless and in need of new shower curtain

Cons:

Knew it was an old building and would be quirky but the bathroom floor was so uneven you felt like you were going to fall forward and was really difficult getting into the bath for shower as no where to hold onto

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Hett • solo_traveller • gb
8
Cons:

One of our rooms had a funky smell about it.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee