Elephant Hotel

3 stars
Church Road, Reading, RG8 7AR, United Kingdom
Reading, United Kingdom
+44 118 984 2244
7.8
Good
based on 728 reviews
728 reviews
Fri 17/7
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Sat 18/7
2 guests, 1 room
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
£79
Classic room, 2 twin beds
£101
Superior room, bed type unknown
£120
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Overview

A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning, and express check-in. Elephant Hotel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. This Reading hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
7.8
Good
728 reviews

Latest deals for Elephant Hotel

Fri 17/7
-
Sat 18/7
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£79
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
£120
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
£121
nightly with fees
Classic room, 2 twin beds
£101
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
£105
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
£139
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
£155
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
£198
nightly with fees
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Amenities at Elephant Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Accessible parking
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

General

  • Family rooms
  • Fireplace
  • Garden view
  • Slippers
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Street parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • TV

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Picnic area
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Shopping

Reviews of Elephant Hotel

7.8
Good
728 verified ratings
Wonderful
266
Very good
134
Good
141
Okay
63
Fair
67
Mediocre
17
Poor
40

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Most guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, often mentioning its convenience for village events and proximity to local attractions. Cleanliness was generally praised, with several reviews highlighting tidy rooms and fresh bedding. Breakfast received positive remarks for quality and variety. While some guests found the rooms comfortable and well-equipped, others noted issues with room size and dated decor. Service experiences were mixed, with both friendly and inattentive staff mentioned. Overall, the hotel is seen as functional, comfortable, and well-located, though some areas could benefit from updates and improved service consistency.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Breakfast8 out of 10
Service5 out of 10
Room Size5 out of 10
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Location

Church Road, Reading, RG8 7AR

What's nearby

  • Beale Park1.3 mi
  • Basildon Park1.8 mi
  • Caversham Court4.7 mi
  • Bath Road Reservoir4.8 mi
  • Hexagon5.2 mi
  • Station Hill5.2 mi
  • Simonds Brewery5.3 mi
  • Museum and Town Hall5.4 mi
  • Reading City Centre5.4 mi
  • The Forbury Gardens5.5 mi
  • Abbey Ruins5.6 mi
  • Progress Theatre5.9 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Essential information about Elephant Hotel

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November
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£102
£144
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 26% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Elephant Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Elephant Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Elephant Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Elephant Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Elephant Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £105, while the most expensive was £105.
  • How long should you stay at Elephant Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Elephant Hotel

  • Where is Elephant Hotel located?

    Elephant Hotel is located at Church Road, 5.1 miles from the centre of Reading. Beale Park is the closest landmark to Elephant Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Elephant Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Elephant Hotel.

  • Does Elephant Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Elephant Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Elephant Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Elephant Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Elephant Hotel from the airport?

    Elephant Hotel is 26.3 miles from Oxford Kidlington. Elephant Hotel is 27.1 miles from London Heathrow.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Elephant Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Elephant Hotel in Reading and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Elephant Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Elephant Hotel.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.7
5.1 mi
Oxford Kidlington
26.3 mi

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