Bull Inn

4.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Superior Room, 1 King Bed
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Bathroom
Meeting facility
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July

Explore the area

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High Street, Sonning-on-Thames, Reading, England, RG4 6UP
  • Place, Thames Path
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mill at Sonning
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Microsoft UK Headquarters
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Reading

At Bull Inn you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of River Thames and Thames Path. Highlights at this inn include free cooked-to-order breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The inn's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Reading inn include LEGOLAND® Windsor and Nirvana Spa.

What's nearby

  • Thames Path - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mill at Sonning - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • David Lloyd Leisure - 12 min drive - 5.6 km
  • University of Reading - 14 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Microsoft UK Headquarters - 15 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Earley Station - 8 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bosco Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cozze - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jalpari of Woodley - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Bull Inn

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly Bull Inn also features a terrace and a garden. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Reading inn is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Bull Inn offers 7 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
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 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • 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 not available.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • 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
This property accepts credit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

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Bull Inn Reading
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bull Inn?

Bull Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bull Inn?

As of 12 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bull Inn on 12 July 2026 start from AU$199, 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 Bull Inn?

Yep, Bull Inn has a free self car park.

Does Bull Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bull Inn?

No, Bull Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Bull Inn?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Bull Inn?

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

Bull Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 291 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic pub and hotel, recently renovated, great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, spotless clean and very helpful staff - thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes, very nice room and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great, room was comfortable, good food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, great staff, amazing food and setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Characterful pub, great room, dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean comfortable accomodation. Staff were very friendly and property close to riverside walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect welcome, first free drink at the bar, open fire, what more could you ask for. Room spotless and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Bull. Beautiful location and the inn is full of character. Friendly staff and excellent food. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at The Bull. The history of the building and the quirky slopes and design features all added to the charm. The beds were super comfortable and the room very clean and well decorated. only downside was the limited parking which we knew about and the noise from people in the pub below, but you would expect this staying above a pub:)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was smallish but had everything we could need. The staff were excellent both friendly and helpful. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely place to stay. Well priced and delicious food also!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice historic property where apparently Elizabeth I stayed on some occasions.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Great stay

Great accommodation will definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness
All great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful welcome and our room was lovely. The dining area was busy with both residents and local people. The menu offered a good variety and food arrived very hot and well presented. We wouldn’t hesitate to return but would advise that the age of the building means that stairs are very steep and the floors are uneven.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Inn comfortable room clean and quiet Friendly Helpful staff Lovely food 👍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, excellent dining old world charm
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff, really interesting and tasty menu. Lots of old-world charm. Will certainly return when next in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Terry

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old coaching inn.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous stay in the most wonderful pub. Gorgeous meal and the staff were brilliant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A relaxing retreat!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Quintessentially English

Second time I’ve stayed here. Lovely little place to stay. Clean, well kept and friendly staff. Food in the restaurant and at breakfast is fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Bull Inn is a typical British Country Pub. Excellent staff, food and facilities for a very comfortable stay.