Bull Inn

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.2

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About this property

Originally a 16th-century coaching inn, The Bull is located in the pretty village of Sonning on Thames. The stylish bedrooms have been furnished to a high standard, but still retain charm and many original features. With a reputation for excellent cuisine, wine and Fuller's real ales, the Bull is just a 5-minute drive from Reading. Henley Royal Regatta Headquarters and Henley-on-Thames are 6 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Guests who stayed here loved

Dale
Australia Australia
“Good staff, excellent kitchen, comfortable room. We've stayed here before, and we'll probably return.”
Samantha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The inn is very quaint and pretty in a great location for the village and the Thames path. Our room was really lovely with lots of nice little extras that made the stay special. We loved it and would definitely stay again if we’re visiting the area.”
Chris
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Real British style Olde Pub feel with excellent food, comfortable beds in clean rooms absolute 10/10 and will definitely be staying again!”
Elizabeth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really enjoyed our visit. Majority of staff friendly and welcoming. Room clean with good facilities, only problem was it was quite dark with poor lighting. Despite that, thoroughly enjoyed stay and breakfasts were wonderful!”
Roberts
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“How the staff greeted us. Showing us the escape route in person. Dinner and breakfast great, waiting on staff very friendly.”
Anthony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast and dinner were excellent. Rooms have the charm, character and idiosyncrasies one would expect from a 500 year old property. Staff were friendly and helpful. Parking convenient in the courtyard. Those with mobility problems should be...”
Laura
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Loved the decor, and complimentary items in the room. The whole thing was quality from bedding to shampoos, coffee pods and tea bags. Best night’s sleep ever. Delicious breakfast with lots of choice. Staff very nice indeed and saw go our every...”
Nienke
Netherlands Netherlands
“Rooms were styled with attention, very friendly staff.”
Elizabeth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful location, quiet and peaceful. Lovely welcome warm when we arrived from Vassili. We loved our room.”
Diane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was lovely and clean. The room also had a fan which was really good and the breakfast was great we will definitely book again”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Ambiance
    Traditional

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£5.50 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
£35 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.