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Bull Inn

4.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Reading inn

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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High Street, Sonning-on-Thames, Reading, England, RG4 6UP
  • Place, Thames Path
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mill at Sonning
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Microsoft UK Headquarters
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Reading

Close to airport.Within a 5-minute walk of the inn, you'll find Thames River and Thames Path. Also, Mill at Sonning is within half a mile (1 km) and Microsoft UK Headquarters is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Thames Path - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mill at Sonning - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Microsoft UK Headquarters - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • University of Reading - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Oracle - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Reading Twyford Station - 5 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Caversham Lakes - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wee Waif - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪French Horn Hotel - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Bull Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Reading inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly Bull Inn also features a terrace and a garden. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Reading inn is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Bull Inn offers 7 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Reading inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bull Inn to the airport?

Bull Inn is 26.3 mi (53-min drive) away from the Farnborough (FAB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bull Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bull Inn.

Does Bull Inn offer free breakfast?

Bull Inn offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Bull Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn, but Genting Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bull Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bull Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Bull Inn have a pool?

Bull Inn does not have a pool.

Does Bull Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Bull Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Bull Inn to downtown Reading?

Bull Inn is 0.6 mi away from Sonning.

Bull Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 271 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 271 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 271 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 271 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 271 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Characterful pub, great room, dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Saqib

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Bull. Beautiful location and the inn is full of character. Friendly staff and excellent food. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyson

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival an amazing young lad helped with bags and putting bikes away. Rooms excellent, food excellent. Be nice if breakfast staff was as personable as she was efficient. No hairdryer in room. Overall a fantastic place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Terry

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff, really interesting and tasty menu. Lots of old-world charm. Will certainly return when next in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice historic property where apparently Elizabeth I stayed on some occasions.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

OK but nothing to get excited about.

Very pleasant staff with a warm greeting. I was shown to my room which was very small and only just accommodated a double bed. The bathroom was equally minute and sadly both were in need of refreshing the decor. The main negatives was the level of lighting that had little effect on the dark and dingy room. The area designated for tea/coffee etc and the only working area had no light at all so almost impossible to use. Nice touches along with a good range of complementary beverages were a complimentary bottle of London Pride and a small bottle of Prosecco. The room was quite noisy but One has to realise that it's a pub! The restaurant staff were very pleasant and the food was adequate. Breakfast was very slow.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort

Breakfast good, but rooms a little noisy at night

Lovely room but pub was quite noisy until midnight. Cleaning was hit and miss - rug under bed was absolutely filthy - luckily there were slippers in the room! Breakfast was amazing though. The car park is very tight and through narrow roads with parked cars - I was fine but less confident drivers might struggle.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All very pleasant, the food was fantastic, service was superb, awesome architecture! Advisory......Parking was difficult arriving during a busy period / shift. Not a major problem if you are patient and know / research, the " loop " around the village! Courtyard style carpark and approach road is hyper popular. 9.9/10..... I'll be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quintessentially English

Second time I’ve stayed here. Lovely little place to stay. Clean, well kept and friendly staff. Food in the restaurant and at breakfast is fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Vivienne

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness on some of the rooms were disappointing and carpets and wall were tired needing replaced, fixed or redecorated. Light fittings in room 4 in the bathroom is so high and unclear where to find it. Windows stuck in rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, Brighouse

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Living History

A real traditional Pub/ Hotel with a cosy feel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay with period features and a great menu. The hotel and rooms were very hot and fairly noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Millie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old coaching inn.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Philip, Pevensey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was very welcoming and informative, the room was very comfortable with Tea, Coffee etc. Bar and Restaurant is set in a relaxing environment with extremely friendly staff. Breakfast was reasonable The hotel is located in a very small village with walks along the Thames Would recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Ravi

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was okay, but dated. Kettle was full of limescale and had no filter, so, unusable. Toilet seat was broken and moved dramatically when using. Difficult to get water during the night as staff weren’t around. Pretty noisy outside too as people drinking outside which is where the rooms oversee. Breakfast was nice but when I came down there were no tables ready, they all had used plates and cutlery on. Staff were helpful when you could find them. Probably wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024