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The Bird In Hand

4.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Reading inn

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Superior Suite, Ensuite
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Family Quadruple Room
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Bath Road, Knowl Hill, Twyford, Reading, England, RG10 9UP
  • Popular LocationHenley Bridge8 min drive
  • Popular LocationLEGOLAND® Windsor14 min drive
  • Popular LocationCliveden House16 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)25 min drive

Room options

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxury Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (No Children)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite, Ensuite

Superior Suite, Ensuite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room, Ensuite

Superior Twin Room, Ensuite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Reading

Reading retreat .At this Reading inn, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Stanlake Park Wine Estate and 6 miles (10 km) of Bisham Abbey. Thames Path and Mill at Sonning are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Henley Bridge - 8 min drive
  • Nirvana Spa - 12 min drive
  • LEGOLAND® Windsor - 14 min drive
  • Windsor Castle - 15 min drive
  • Cliveden House - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Reading Wargrave Station - 5 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • China One - 6 min drive
  • La Fontana - 5 min drive
  • The Dewdrop Inn - 6 min drive
  • The Kitchen - 4 min drive
  • The Golden Cross - 5 min drive

About this property

The Bird In Hand

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Reading inn
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 3 meeting rooms available. The business-friendly The Bird In Hand also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This 4-star Reading inn is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1400
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Bird In Hand offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Digital television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

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.

Property 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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • 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
Tax ID - SYS_Eviivo
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. The tax ID number is SYS_Eviivo. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Bird In Hand Country Inn
The Bird In Hand Country Inn
Bird Hand Inn Reading
Bird Hand Reading
The Bird In Hand Inn
The Bird In Hand Reading
The Bird In Hand Inn Reading

The Bird In Hand Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 282 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 282 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 282 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 282 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 282 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Kiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Ericka

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Poor communication
We were disappointed with our stay. We had 2 nights booked from 1/1-1/3. The hotel did not tell us that the superior room that we reserved (and already paid for) was no longer available. They didn't even tell us at check in!! They just took us to a basic room with no mention of the change. When I went back down to inquire, they said that a "water issue" forced the change, but they made no effort to compensate us for the change in reservation. They also did not tell us that on 1/1, our day of arrival, that their reception, bar and restaurant were closing at 5PM. This was our final stop after a long day, and we had planned to settle in with food and drink. Part of the reason we wanted to stay here was because we enjoyed relaxing at the fireplace with a snack and cocktail previously! That did not happen as they were turning out the lights within minutes of our arrival at 5. They did say that they had "tried" to call me, but they couldn't reach me because of the international #. I found this VERY odd, as I continued receiving "welcome" emails from the hotel up through my day of arrival, none of which mentioned any change to the reservation or the hours that they would be open. This was very disappointing. We had stayed here before and had had a lovely experience, but I do not think that we will return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good as usual, lovely food and drink, well done all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay
Great stay lovely room and very attentive staff warm and friendly. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful pub / hotel, full of charm and character. The meals are good, but tend to be over fussy and elaborated, but don't add to the quality of the meal. Breakfast was actually nicer than the dinner! Ideal for a one night stay and only 25 minutes to Heathrow.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

sarah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Staff were friendly. Room needed some maintenance, shower dripped. Heating not great. Breakfast at 8 was slightly late for working breakfast, so went without. Overall lovely place though and would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023