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8.6

1,128 reviews

The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

Thames St, Sonning-On-Thames, Wokingham, RG4 6UT, United Kingdom

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Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Bar

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

Welcome to The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire, where charming views and delightful amenities come together to create your perfect getaway! Nestled by the picturesque River Thames, this 3-star hotel in the serene town of Sonning-On-Thames, just 2.8mi from Reading city center, beckons travelers in search of tranquility. Start your day right with a delicious breakfast and immerse yourself in the warm ambiance while enjoying stunning garden and river views. With prices starting at just $114, you won’t need to break the bank to experience pure bliss.

Step outside your room and discover a treasure trove of features that make your stay even more enjoyable. Feel free to take advantage of the complimentary onsite parking, savor mouthwatering dishes at the restaurant or relax at the lively bar. Traveling with kids? The hotel offers scrumptious kids' meals (at extra charges) and a delightful picnic area for family fun outdoors. Plus, if you're keen on an active retreat, golf courses are available nearby for an additional fee!

With 1,254 glowing reviews, guests rave about the exceptional service and inviting atmosphere at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire. The 24-hour front desk ensures all your needs are met, while the scenic terrace and well-kept gardens serve as the perfect backdrop to unwind after a day of exploration. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend escape or a business retreat, this lovely hotel promises a memorable experience in a tranquil setting.

Get ready to satisfy your culinary cravings at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire! The on-site dining option, the Coppa Club, brings you a delightful Mediterranean experience that caters to the whole family with its welcoming and modern ambiance. It’s the perfect spot to unwind with friends after a day of adventure or enjoy a lovely meal with the family. With a delectable menu that showcases mouthwatering dishes, you’ll find that leaving the hotel for dinner becomes a tough decision. Just imagine, savoring fresh, flavorful meals with the breathtaking backdrop of the River Thames – it’s dining out redefined!

As you settle into your stay, you’ll discover a range of room options so diverse that they cater to every type of traveler. Whether you’re whisking away your loved ones in the spacious Family Suite or opting for a cozy double to snuggle up in, there's a perfect haven waiting just for you. Families will adore the sprawling Suite that can accommodate up to 8 adults and 5 children, making it ideal for fun-filled reunions. For couples seeking a romantic escape, the Cozy Double Room or the luxurious Deluxe, River View Suite offers the perfect ambiance to create memorable moments. No matter the choice, comfort and style await!

After a day of exploring the tranquil grounds and nearby attractions, the 24-hour front desk is always ready to assist you, should you have any needs or queries. The lively bar invites you to relax with a refreshing drink, while the scenic terrace offers a fantastic place to breathe in the fresh air and admire picturesque views. With a mix of modern convenience and classic charm, The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire captures the essence of a delightful retreat, leaving you with cherished memories and a longing to return!

Closest airports

London Heathrow Airport

19.7mi

Luton Airport

36.2mi

London Gatwick Airport

38.7mi

London City Airport

41.7mi

London Stansted Airport

56.8mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Bar

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Garden view

River view

Elevator

Picnic area

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bathtub

Free toiletries

Rooms

Cozy Double Room in The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

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Cozy, Double

1 Double Bed

120 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Free toiletries

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Welcome to our Cozy Double Room, a perfect choice for couples looking for a comfortable and intimate stay. With its spacious 118 sqft, private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and convenient amenities like a refrigerator and free toiletries, you'll have everything you need to relax and unwind after a long day of exploring the city.

Coach House Apartment Suite in The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

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House Apartment Suite

1 King Size Bed

375 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

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Comfy Double Room  in The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

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Comfy

1 Queen Size Bed

185 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Free toiletries

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Casual Family Room  in The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

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Casual Family

1 Sofa Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Free toiletries

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Biggy Double Room  in The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

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Biggy

1 King Size Bed

205 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Free toiletries

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Casual Double Room  in The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

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Casual

1 Queen Size Bed

185 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Casual Twin Room  in The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

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Casual, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Free toiletries

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

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Double Room

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Clocktower Family Suite

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Deluxe

1 King Size Bed

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Stay in our luxurious Deluxe Double Room, perfect for 2 adults seeking comfort and style. With a spacious 205 sqft of elegantly designed space, enjoy a king size bed, private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and refrigerator. Non-smoking and equipped with all the essential amenities, your stay will be truly memorable.

Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

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Our Medium Double Room offers a cozy 183 sqft space for two adults, complete with a comfortable Queen size bed, private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and refrigerator. Enjoy a comfortable stay with convenient amenities such as free toiletries, a hairdryer, and plenty of storage space in the wardrobe or closet.

Guest reviews

8.6

1,128 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Kate

8.2

September 2024

Excellent staff, wonderful breakfasts and great location. Very comfortable bed. Large shower. We really enjoyed our visit.

Our visit would have been even better if there was more water pressure through the shower head. Took quite a long time to wash my hair and my daughter-in-law made the same comment. Different shower head needed? Really need better lighting - it's rather dark - especially when trying to get ready to go to a wedding. We stayed in the Clock Tower Suite - great room, but the carpet definitely needs replacing. It looks dirty and rather dingy. A lighter colour next time? Please rest assured we really enjoyed our stay but these little changes would make a big difference. PS I never write reviews but thought this might help you for future guests.

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Howard

10

March 2024

Excellently stylish and comfortable facilities; well equipped and spacious too. Shame we were only staying the one night.

Hot water takes a very long time to run through. Reception staff weren’t the friendliest people on earth but given all we needed was the keycard and directions, it was fine. Would be nice to be greeted with a smile though.

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Yvonne

8.2

July 2024

Nice decor with comfy bed and very clean. Coffee tea and biscuits with real milk were very welcome as was the bottled water. Lovely smelling body wash and lotion in the bathroom. Love the comfy chairs in the Coppa restaurant and enjoyed a tasty breakfast here looking over the river. The location is superb.

Lack of mirror with decent lighting to do hair and makeup. Have this problem every room we have stayed in here. The live music in the Coppa bar too loud and intrusive making conversation practically impossible.

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Whitcher

9.1

July 2024

I loved the location of the hotel - being able to see the river from our room was lovely. Our room was very nice and very comfortable - I also liked the retro styling. The staff, almost without exception, were great - including in the Coppa Club. I really enjoyed our stay, and am happy to recommend it as a great getaway in peaceful surroundings.

Having to drag our luggage upstairs was not great - there isn't a lift, and there wasn't any offer of assistance (my sister and I are quite old ladies!) There was also a strange problem with the heat in the bathroom - we were there during quite warm weather and if the light was on in the bathroom it made the room quite hot and seemed to come from behind the mirror 🤔😳

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Karen

10

June 2024

The twin room we booked was very spacious, comfortable and had all the amenities we required for a short stay. The food at the Coppa club was also excellent and the garden setting with 'igloos' really nice and relaxing.

The staff in the restaurant were very slow to check you in. After alerting them that we were here, they directed us to the lounge bar area and said they would come back for us. They forgot us. Eventually after getting their attention again, we found our igloo table booking had gone to someone else. They did rectify this situation. Not sure if there was a staff shortage that night.

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Stephen

10

May 2024

Friendly staff, excellent housekeeping. We had a dog friendly room which was spotless, there was a dog bed, bowl, towel & treats & even a doggy guest book a lovely touch. The room was a good size with a fridge which we like when going away. Large bathroom with shower, really comfy bed which was also large . Perfect position on the river, great walks with your dog, Coppa Club restaurant very dog friendly. We will be back.

Nothing everything was perfect at the hotel. The Coppa Club restaurant is a let down with the service, once we had our meals no one bothered to come over to see if everything was ok or if we needed a drink, this happened on both nights. If it wasn’t for Katie behind the bar I think we would still be sitting waiting now. She was very friendly & helpful.

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Maali

9.1

May 2024

Very nice location near the river. The greenery scene is very nice. The surrounding is incredible. Hotel staff were amazing. We came early on the day, and asked the reception staff for an early check in. The lady at the reception promised that once the previous guest checks out, she will inform the housekeeping to prepare the room for us. She did and we had our river view room ready early (Around 12 PM). Thanks for going extra mile. The free was handy. Breakfast in the Coppa club was decent. Room was quiet and cozy. Clean and has a nice view.

Everything was nice. But I suggest adding robes in the bathrooms, and a luggage stand in the rooms.

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Rachel

10

August 2024

Outstanding service, excellent room decor, everything has been considered. I brought two dogs and they provided beds and bowls and dog towels and snacks! Great bed and shower, proper fridge with little bottles of milk and plentiful supplies. Amazing restaurant/bar with great food/drinks/service. Gorgeous outdoor space and walk along the towpath,

Small issue is that parking can be tricky at busy times, but they even had someone pumping away water from the car park when there was a flash flood.

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Claire

9.1

January 2024

Wonderful ambiance in the bar, snug and restaurant area. Particularly love the sofas around the fireplace and the great wine list. The starters in the restaurant were delicious. My steak main wasn't good but my friends had good main courses so maybe I just picked badly. Great atmosphere though. And they have lovely pods for 8 people outside which looked a lot of fun. And the location is wonderful - right on the river in Sonning. Nothing to do in the area but really beautiful nonetheless and Henley and Marlow are really close by if you fancied.

I didn't like staying in the twin room outside the main building. I have stayed before in a king room in the main building and it was really beautiful and full of character. The twin room is in a block that feels like university halls and the room, though big and comfortable, was devoid of character. If you book, make sure you ask for a king in the main building.

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Mark

8.2

February 2024

Rooms were comfortable and clean, entirely as expected. Our one issue was hot water for a shower but having enquired were advised that as the boiler was at the other end of the hotel then we needed to run the water for 5 minutes or so. We did and it worked.

The restaurant attached to the hotel played music louder than we would have liked meaning conversations were harder than otherwise would be the case. Food and drink however were good.

Points of Interest Around The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

Attractions

Dorney Court

10.7mi

Ascot

11.3mi

Windsor

13.4mi

Highclere Castle

21.8mi

Bombay Sapphire Distillery

23.4mi

Magdalen College

23.9mi

All Souls College

24.1mi

Radcliffe Camera

24.2mi

Bridge of Sighs

24.2mi

Sheldonian Theatre

24.3mi

Trinity College

24.3mi

Balliol College

24.3mi

Bushy Park

24.4mi

Portobello Road

30.5mi

Holland Park

30.6mi

Restaurants

Coppa Club

Cuisines

  • Mediterranean

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern

Amenities of The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Bar

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Garden view

River view

Elevator

Picnic area

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Bathtub

Free toiletries

Stay rules - The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire

At what times are check-in and check-out at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire?

The timetable for guests at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire is to check in post 04:00 PM and check out prior to 11:00 AM.

Is there parking available at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire?

Yes, there is parking available at The Great House At Sonning. The parking is free and on site. It is public parking and reservation is not possible.

How much does a stay at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire cost?

Accommodations at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire can start from $114. Be aware, rates are influenced by room type and selected dates. Ensure to specify your stay dates for up-to-date pricing.

What types of rooms does The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire offer?

The Great House At Sonning offers a variety of rooms including cozy double rooms, deluxe double rooms, medium double rooms, and deluxe riverview rooms. None of the rooms allow smoking and they all accommodate 2 adults with no children. The bed sizes range from double to king size. The room sizes vary between 118 sqft to 205 sqft.

How can guests spend their time at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire?

Guests at The Great House At Sonning can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. The hotel offers a golf course for those who enjoy playing golf or want to improve their skills. Additionally, guests can relax and socialize at the bar, which provides a comfortable atmosphere to unwind.

For those who prefer outdoor activities, the hotel offers cycling as a recreational option. It is a great way to explore the surrounding area and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Guests looking for indoor entertainment can engage in board games or puzzles, which are available at the hotel. It provides a fun and relaxing way to spend leisure time with family or friends.

When it comes to dining options, guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant called Coppa Club. The restaurant offers a family-friendly and modern ambiance, and serves Mediterranean cuisine, providing a delightful culinary experience for guests.

Is there an in-house restaurant at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire?

Yes, the hotel has a restaurant called Coppa Club on site. It offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves Mediterranean cuisine.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire?

No, only credit cards are valid payment options at The Great House At Sonning. Cash is not accepted.