The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire, Reading

Top Facilities

parking

bar

See All Facilities

Check Room Options And Availability

Search best deals and room options for your dates

Check Availability

Casual Double Room

Max 2 Adults

View Deal

A relaxed room in our Clocktower Building, with a 32-inch flat-screen tv, full-size retro-style fridge with fresh milk and complimentary water, working desk, iron & board, a comfy chair, and ensuite bathroom with rain shower.

Casual Twin Room

Max 2 Adults

View Deal

A spacious twin bedded room, with a 32 inch flat screen TV, lounge area, full sized fridge with milk and complimentary water, and working desk. The bathroom features a sliding door for easy access, grab bars, accessible toilet and sink, and the bath has a shower overhead.

Biggy Double Room

Max 2 Adults

View Deal

This Deluxe Double Room has a full-size retro-style fridge with fresh milk and water supplied. Additional amenities include a 43-inch flat-screen TV, DAB radio, free WIFI, linen and toiletries. Guests will find a rain shower in the bathroom.

View All Rooms

All Facilities for The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

Category	Facilities
Business facilities	Meeting/banquet facilities, Fax/photocopying.
Activities	Cycling, Golf course (within 3 km).
Cleanliness & disinfecting	Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay.
Miscellaneous	Family rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Non-smoking rooms, Lift, Pet basket, Pet bowls, Non-smoking throughout.
Safety features	Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Face masks for guests available, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available.
Accessibility	Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor.
Bathroom	Private bathroom, Bath or shower, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Bath, Shower, Toilet.
Room Amenities	Sofa, Hypoallergenic, Wardrobe or closet, Desk, Private entrance, Seating Area, Carpeted, Iron, Safety deposit box, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Socket near the bed.
Food & Drink	Wine/champagne, Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Restaurant, Special diet menus (on request), Kid meals, Outdoor furniture, Bar, Coffee house on site.
Safety & security	Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers, CCTV in common areas.
Services	Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services.
Services & Extras	Towels, Key card access, Wake-up service.
Media & Technology	TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone.
Food & drink safety	All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas.
Common areas	Garden, Picnic area.
Reception services	24-hour front desk, Express check-in/check-out.
Physical distancing	Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed.
General	Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, WiFi available in all areas.
Entertainment and family services	Books, DVDs, or music for children, Child safety socket covers, Board games/puzzles.
Transport	Accessible parking.
Outdoor & View	Terrace, River view, View, Garden view.

Guest Ratings For This Property

8.6

Based on 1192 Reviews

100% verified reviews

Comfort

9.3

Cleanliness

9.2

Value For Money

8.41

Facilities

8.88

Reviewers Mention About The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

The Great House in Sonning, Berkshire, was praised for its smooth check-in, excellent price, and gorgeous bedrooms, making it a perfect weekend getaway. Some guests mentioned the quirky atmosphere, a (Read More)ttentive staff, and decent food, though one guest had a small room. A noise issue at 6am lowered the rating for one guest. The property was also noted to have poor phone signal and is not served by Uber.

Guest Reviews

Andrew

young couple

8.0

Very good

Great hotel, in a great location.

Hotel was a lovely find in an amazing area. The restaurant on site was beautiful with good food and atmosphere.

Lack of water in the room and no shops nearby, so recommend taking your own. But that is minor, everything else is really good value for money, will be revisiting.

Published on 01 Jan 2024

Karl

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

Very cool

Location

All ok

Published on 01 Jan 2024

Sabeena

young couple

9.0

Superb

Wonderful stay, would recommend and stay again.

The room was excellent, we stayed in the Clock Tower Suite (aka room 68). It was much bigger than we thought it was going to be, very warm and incredibly comfortable. Having stayed there now, if I were to stay again (and I would), I'd probably stay for a couple of nights, to make the most of the suite. The TV in the main room was a great size and the sofas very comfortable. The restaurant was fantastic! The vegan pizza there amazing, and the staff incredibly helpful and professional.

A small number of things. I did message the venue 2x to ask about vegan options for breakfast, and even today (after I've checked out) they haven't responded, so I do feel a bit annoyed that I've been ignored twice. I did eventually realize their breakfast menu was online and can say there's only 1 vegan option for 10 which is avocado on toast. Whilst the room was great, I was puzzled by the wardrobe (see the photo). I'm 5ft 1inch and could just about hang my clothes up, I've no idea why the railing was so high. They also don't have a charging point, I think this is a basic that every hotel should have. I was instead directed to the BP garage 7 minutes away, only to get there and find no working chargers. Not the fault of the hotel, but again, I think they should have had at least 2 chargers for guests.

(Read More)

Published on 21 Dec 2023

Claire

group

7.0

Good

Great ambiance - a lovely treat

Wonderful ambiance in the bar, snug and restaurant area. Particularly love the sofas around the fireplace and the great wine list. The starters in the restaurant were delicious. My steak main wasn't good but my friends had good main courses so maybe I just picked badly. Great atmosphere though. And they have lovely pods for 8 people outside which looked a lot of fun. And the location is wonderful - right on the river in Sonning. Nothing to do in the area but really beautiful nonetheless and Henley and Marlow are really close by if you fancied.

I didn't like staying in the twin room outside the main building. I have stayed before in a king room in the main building and it was really beautiful and full of character. The twin room is in a block that feels like university halls and the room, though big and comfortable, was devoid of character. If you book, make sure you ask for a king in the main building.

Published on 20 Dec 2023

Nick

young couple

9.0

Superb

Comfortable relaxing break.

Well appointed room, very comfortable.

Parking can be a bit hit and miss.

Published on 20 Dec 2023

Barbara

young couple

6.0

Pleasant

Good ambience, very clean, all usual hotel facilities available.. Prompt response by receptionist in dealing with shower situation

NO HOT WATER IN SHOWER.. ROOM 81(FIRST ROOM OFFERED) NO HOT WATER IN SHOWER.. ROOM 80 (2ND ROOM OFFERED) EVENTUALLY HOT WATER IN SHOWER.. ROOM 82, BUT RADIATOR TO HOT TO TOUCH & COULDN'T FIND CONTROL.. ALSO HEATING IN MAIN ROOM WAS LIKE SAUNA .. HAD TO OPEN WINDOWS & TURN RAD OFF. !!! UH

Published on 20 Dec 2023

Amanda

young couple

1.0

Bad

Accused of Stealing the Handwash!!!

Large room and comfy bed

I was accused by email of stealing handwash! Why on earth I would want handwash from a hotel is beyond me but they emailed and said I had stolen it and were going to charge my card. Absolutely shocking and completely untrue. The handwash and hand lotion were by the sink when I left the room. They were too highly scented and not something I would ever want. I can buy my own handwash. I would laugh but Im too cross!

Published on 16 Dec 2023

Charlotte

young couple

9.0

Superb

Very comfortable stay

Breakfast was tasty and good portions. The room was clean, comfortable and decor was tasteful and on point. Staff was super friendly and welcoming.

Nothing

Published on 16 Dec 2023

John

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

Fabulous venue with excellent staff.

Welcoming from arrival in reception, warm comfortable lounge and beautiful gardens leading to fabulous views of the Thames.

Nothing

Published on 16 Dec 2023

Yvonne

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

Great Hotel in a Super Location

Lovely big room comfortable bed clean with wonderful smelling toiletries. The room was also lovely and warm and on the ground floor as requested. The staff are polite and friendly and the location right by the river is fabulous.

The only gripe I have is that there wasn't a mirror on the 'dressing table'. I think whoever designed the rooms didn't appreciate that women especially need a mirror with good lighting AND nearby plug sockets for straighteners and hairdryer. Getting ready to go out was extremely difficult without these facilities.

Published on 12 Dec 2023