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Crab & Boar

4.0 star property

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A bar area with wooden stools, a bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.
A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a chandelier.
Garden
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A cozy room with a fireplace, a wooden table with chess, a dog, and a leather chair.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

Explore the area

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Wantage Road, Newbury, England, RG20 8UE
  • Place, North Wessex Downs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Newbury Racecourse
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Highclere Castle
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Farnborough (FAB)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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A bed with striped pillows, a framed picture on the wall, a lamp, and a telephone on a wooden nightstand.

Cosy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room

A neatly made bed with white linens and a single purple pillow. A bedside table with a lamp and an alarm clock is visible. The wall behind features a plaid pattern.

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Exclusive Double Room

A cozy bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a plant, a lamp, and a bed with white bedding and a teal pillow.

Exclusive Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Newbury

At Crab & Boar you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Snelsmore Common Country Park and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Newbury Showground. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly inn offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Plus you'll find a garden, a picnic area and free newspapers in the lobby. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Newbury inn, attractions include Highclere Castle and River Thames.
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What's nearby

  • North Wessex Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Watermill Theatre - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Donnington Castle - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Newbury Racecourse - 13 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Highclere Castle - 21 min drive - 25.6 km

Getting around

  • Newbury Station - 13 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Red Lion - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Woodspeen - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Crab & Boar

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Crab & Boar. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Newbury inn is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Crab & Boar offers 14 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries. This Newbury inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board 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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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 accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Crab Chieveley
Crab Chieveley Inn
Crab Chieveley Inn Newbury
Crab Chieveley Newbury
Crab Boar Inn Chieveley
Crab Boar Inn
Crab Boar Chieveley
Crab Boar
Crab Boar Inn Newbury
Crab Boar Newbury
Crab & Boar Inn
Crab & Boar Newbury
Crab & Boar Inn Newbury

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Crab & Boar?

Crab & Boar offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Crab & Boar?

As of 6 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crab & Boar on 13 July 2026 start from AU$173, 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.

Is parking available at Crab & Boar?

Yep, Crab & Boar has a free self car park.

What makes Crab & Boar a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Crab & Boar.

Is Crab & Boar family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a picnic area, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Crab & Boar is a hit with families.

Does Crab & Boar serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Crab & Boar?

No, Crab & Boar does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Crab & Boar?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Crab & Boar?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Crab & Boar?

Dogs are welcome at Crab & Boar, with food and water bowls on offer.

Crab & Boar Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 268 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy room, lovely staff and great food!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, friendly staff, pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay in a lovely classic room and super friendly staff. Breakfast was good and the meal evening before for 14 of us was very tasty and served promptly. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, we're very friendly and polite. Lovely stay, nice room! Enjoyed complimentary breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is great and staffis very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome excellent staff great food lovely location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent country haven with fantastic staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing food, room and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant short stay Friendly efficient staff Very good dinner and beer Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly, efficient staff. Comfortable room. Great food. Able to accommodate my food intolerances. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linzi

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

A great stay for our board meeting with dinner

Great location, great food, lovely rooms and very accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice place to Stay

Great little place to stay - a little tired and needing some maintenance but it didn’t detract from it being very nice Great dog walk to the rear of the property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating staff and manager. Had a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room wasnt the biggest but perfectly formed. Only disappointment was the shower was over a bath - difficult for me being slightly disabled to get in & out of.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

great place

really enjoyed my stay, everyone was friendly and helpful, food was excellent, will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Really enjoyable stay.

Really enjoyable stay. Good food and drink. Relaxed and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAIME

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel, amazing service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely service and great food. Room clean and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at this beautiful pub. Lovely comfy room and stunning views. Super attentive staff and delicious food. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

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

Friendly comfortable hotel

Lovely room, warm welcome on arrival, really comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Met up with friends, good food, good service! All good Accommodation very reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great pre or post Highclere hotel :)

Very welcoming and friendly staff (Dave in particular) food and room also was great value for money. Excellent location for Highclere Castle.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot, stunning building with a high end feel at a very reasonable price. Overall excellent value and well worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, food was amazing. Rooms were nice. Breakfast was OK.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022