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The Bird In Hand

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

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Interior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Front of property
Superior Suite, Ensuite | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bath Road, Knowl Hill, Twyford, Reading, England, RG10 9UP
  • Place, River Thames
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanlake Park Wine Estate
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Thames Path
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (No Children)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Suite, Ensuite | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Quadruple Room | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Reading

Reading retreat .At this Reading inn, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Stanlake Park Wine Estate and 6 miles (10 km) of River Thames. All Saints' Church and Bisham Abbey are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • River Thames - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Stanlake Park Wine Estate - 9 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Thames Path - 12 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Bisham Abbey - 16 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Nirvana Spa - 19 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Reading Wargrave Station - 5 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Golden Cross - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Shire Horse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dew Drop Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The St. George & Dragon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bell - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Bird In Hand

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Reading inn
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 3 meeting rooms available. The business-friendly The Bird In Hand also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This 4-star Reading inn is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1400
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Bird In Hand offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Digital television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Reading inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • 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
Tax ID - SYS_Eviivo
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. The tax ID number is SYS_Eviivo. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Bird In Hand Country Inn
The Bird In Hand Country Inn
Bird Hand Inn Reading
Bird Hand Reading
The Bird In Hand Inn
The Bird In Hand Reading
The Bird In Hand Inn Reading

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Bird In Hand to the airport?

The Bird In Hand is 23.9 mi (32-min drive) away from the Farnborough (FAB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bird In Hand?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bird In Hand on Jun 21, 2026 start from $101, 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 The Bird In Hand have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Bird In Hand.

Does The Bird In Hand offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Bird In Hand, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children.

Is there a casino at The Bird In Hand?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Bird In Hand?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Bird In Hand?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Bird In Hand have a pool?

The Bird In Hand does not have a pool.

Does The Bird In Hand have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Bird In Hand have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Bird In Hand to downtown Reading?

The Bird In Hand is 0.3 mi away from Knowl Hill.

The Bird In Hand Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 369 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 369 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 369 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 369 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 369 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff and room. Highly recommend. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic great location and very comfortable hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely cosy pub
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic room and giant bath, wonderful staff. Have stayed a few times for work, they’re all great people. Will stay anytime I’m over that part of The country again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for business, great room, clean. Everything I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Friendly staff, nice venue
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, big comfy bed, toasty warm room, cafetiere and ground coffee, good shower. Lighting was a bit dim for reading/ working and a few areas of the decor were worn.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Much nicer than we expected lovely clean rooms, very clean & comfortable. Likes having a served breakfast menu rather than expensive buffet as we aren’t big breakfast eaters
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

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

Excellent all round

Friendly staff, good prices, comfortable room, tasty imaginative food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful room. Very clean. Shower lovely. Breakfast was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicola

Nice rooms, great food,really friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place, food, room, staff all great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was very nice clean rooms breakfast was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic staff, room was excellent, really great food in the restaurant. I'll be repeat booking whenever I'm working back over this part of the UK. thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Lovely room but too hot and not able to open windows. Bathroom looked a bit tired and shower mastic dirty. Staff lovely just needs some tlc in the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great place to stay

This is a great place to stay, very comfortable rooms and the food is excellent. Great value for money as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful, great food, super clean....would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellently run, proper Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Great Hotel

Great hotel, traditonally decorated room but comfortable and spacious. Great food in the pub downstairs and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The people were lovely and friendly, check in was quick and easy, and the room was clean and comfortable. 100% recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Relaxing enjoyable stay

Very enjoyable stay, staff were all lovely and so was the food
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel, amazing (5 star) food, friendly staff, highly recommend to anyone looking to stay 🙌
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the friendly staff and the delicious restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Great stay

Really enjoyed my stay here would defiantly book again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room and pub, excellent food in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022