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Elephant Hotel

3 stars

7.6

Good

based on 768 reviews

Church Road, Reading, RG8 7AR, United Kingdom

Church Road, Reading

+44 118 984 2244

Conference room

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.

7.6

Good

768 reviews

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Fri 9/10

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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

7.6

Good

768 verified ratings

Wonderful

276

Very good

146

Good

148

Okay

67

Fair

70

Mediocre

18

Poor

43

Summary of reviews

Guests say

Guests frequently praised the hotel's convenient location for exploring the area and found the beds generally comfortable. Some reviews highlighted friendly and accommodating staff, though several others noted inconsistent service and professionalism. Breakfast received mixed feedback, with some guests enjoying it and others finding it disappointing or overpriced. Cleanliness and decor were mentioned positively in some reviews, but others pointed out areas needing improvement. Overall, the hotel’s character and atmosphere were appreciated, but there were recurring concerns about room comfort, noise, and value for price.

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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

Check-in/Check-out	Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00
Cancellation/pre-payment	Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Low season	High season	Average price (weeknight)	Average price (weekend night)
November	January	£112	£146
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price.	Most expensive month to stay with an average 21% rise in price.	Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.	Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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 July.
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 Wednesday 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 £86, while the most expensive was £86.
How long should you stay at Elephant Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

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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