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Elephant Hotel

Property class: 3
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near River Thames

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A courtyard with outdoor seating, a brick building with a tower, and a clear sky.
A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a large mirror. There are shelves with bottles and a chandelier above the counter.
A cozy restaurant with wooden floors, tables set for dining, and a fireplace in the background.
A traditional Tudor-style building with a sign reading "The Elephant at Pangbourne".
A banquet hall with rows of wooden chairs, a central table, and a decorative hanging light fixture.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Church Road, Pangbourne, Reading, England, RG8 7AR
  • Place, North Wessex Downs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Thames Path
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Beale Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a wooden headboard, two wall-mounted lamps, and a decorative emblem on the headboard.

Classic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall decorated with framed pictures.

Chic Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 75 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall decorated with framed pictures.

Chic Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a decorative headboard.

Chic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a grey blanket and pillows, a bedside table with a cup and saucer, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens and two yellow pillows, a bedside lamp on a wooden nightstand, and a red wall with a decorative pattern.

Chic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens and two yellow pillows, a bedside lamp on a wooden nightstand, and a red wall with a decorative pattern.

Classic Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Reading

In Reading .Within a 5-minute walk of this Reading hotel, you'll find River Thames and Thames Path. Beale Park and North Wessex Downs are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • North Wessex Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Thames Path - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Beale Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Whitchurch Maze - 6 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Reading - 22 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

  • Reading Pangbourne Station - 5 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The George Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ada Meyhane - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cobbs at Englefield - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪IKEA Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Elephant Hotel

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near River Thames
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Elephant Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Reading hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Elephant Hotel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. This Reading hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Playground
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 66 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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 available for GBP 35.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 35.0 per night.

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 12.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 35.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 per night

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Elephant Hotel Reading
Elephant Reading
Elephant Hotel Hotel
Elephant Hotel Reading
Elephant Hotel Hotel Reading

Frequently asked questions

How close is Elephant Hotel to the airport?

Elephant Hotel is 28.1 mi (55-min drive) away from the Farnborough (FAB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Elephant Hotel?

As of Sep 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephant Hotel on Sep 13, 2026 start from $148, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Elephant Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Elephant Hotel.

Does Elephant Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Elephant Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 12.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Elephant Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Elephant Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Elephant Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Elephant Hotel have a pool?

Elephant Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Elephant Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Elephant Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Elephant Hotel to downtown Reading?

Elephant Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Pangbourne.

Elephant Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 155 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, conveniently located, clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice surprise to stop at this hotel on our way to London. Our room was clean and offered amenities such as a shower hat and loufah! The bed and pillows were very comfortable. My only criticism is that we were kept awake by some people who had a late night and were using the shower. You can hear the plumbing through the walls.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mr Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a very pleasant place to stay with excellent parking facilities and polite and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mr Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A hidden Gem. Came across this hotel by chance. Will definitely be back if need to stay nr Oxford/Reading area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice, clean room with complementary toiletries and a nice selection of teas/coffees.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay and very quirky.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay. Great hotel for the price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed our stay at the elephant, good size room, nice tea, coffee , etc in room. Huge bed was very comfortable, en suite facilities were clean & well stocked. Staff friendly & I felt weak looked after. Breakfast I thought was excellent. Managed to park in the public car park next door at a very reasonable cost as elephant one was full..
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was lovely, staff were very helpful and the room was good as well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but had a comfortable room, good food in the bar, and staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and comfy bed , nice people, good food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bar , Dinner and room all v good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quirky, nice and spacious. good restaurant and hotel right in the middle of Pangbourne.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely but quirky place. One of those hotels that you love the quirkiness and the staff make it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here often. Very well located for trains to Oxford & London. Great for M4.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love the rooms here, car park is small but paying car park right next door which is free from 5pm till 8
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were lucky to have a garden room and it was a bonus to have our own space outside. Very welcoming receptionist when we arrived and when we checked out
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Gem for a break near the River Thames

Eclectic, well restored, superb restaurant & breakfast, all wonderfully friendly staff. Nice little town alongside the Thames and short drive to equally wonderful Beale Wildlife Park as well as other attractions
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean, though there were stains on the carpet. Breakfast was substantial and arrived promptly. Dinner was good, as long as you like steak.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

Perfect stay

The hotel is lovely the majority of the staff were more than helpful and very accomodating... one member called the day after my stay and sounded on the phone a little like she didnt want to be there but all others were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was really spacious and decorated in a quirky chic style, which I liked
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good sized room. Comfy beds. Humming noise in the night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ann-Margareth

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice hotel, disruptions through the night outside.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel is really quite nice and the steak was delicious. However they really need reception and restaurant staff to smile and be friendly and welcoming. It makes all the difference!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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