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8.7 / 10 Guest Rating

Bull Inn

High Street, Sonning On Thames, Reading, gb

Bull Inn - main view

About the Property

Historic Charm: Originally a 16th-century coaching inn, The Bull in Sonning on Thames offers a unique blend of history and modern comfort. The stylish bedrooms seamlessly combine high-end furnishings with original features, providing a charming and cozy atmosphere for guests.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in the exceptional cuisine, fine wines, and Fuller's real ales that have earned The Bull its stellar reputation. From hearty breakfasts to gourmet dinners, the dining experience here is sure to delight your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Convenient Location: Situated just a short 5-minute drive from Reading and within easy reach of Henley Royal Regatta Headquarters and Henley-on-Thames, The Bull offers the perfect base for exploring the picturesque surroundings. Book your stay now and immerse yourself in the rich history and warm hospitality of The Bull.

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Garden
Pets allowed
Bar

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.7
Excellent829 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the comfortable bed and frequently praise the great breakfast.

Categories

Cleanliness8.1
Service8.9
Location9.2
Room Quality8.4
Amenities8.6
Value for Money8.6
Food and Beverage9.1
Overall Experience8.6

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TonigbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 18, 2026

"Memorable destination"

9.0

Really quirky and memorable. Spotless, individual room and fabulous staff.

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JohngbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 17, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Staff were really pleasant and helpful.

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MontseesES
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 16, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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LauragbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 13, 2026

"Beautiful location, very clean and some lovely touches in the room. Breakfast was really nice."

7.0

Lovely character.

Although there was a fan in the room it was still too hot.

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judygbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 9, 2026

"Very friendly younger members of staff especially Eleanor. The older staff could learn a bit from the youngsters. A smil"

8.0

Cosy atmosphere

Very restricted parking available Also breakfast wasn’t great

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JulieauAU
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 9, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0

The location is fabulous, walking distance to the river, and lovely village of Sonning. We found the breakfast had a great selection, having the choice of a large menu, plus fruit, juices, coffees, cereal, and croissants. The staff were great, and we enjoyed a couple of evening meals we had in the restaurant. It’s very quiet hotel at night time, no passing traffic etc so there’s no disturbance through the night. Overall we enjoyed our stay.

Our room was very small, not really anywhere to hang our clothes or keep our large suitcases. The bed wasn't particularly comfortable. It had a mattress topper which was too large for the bed, so it felt like we were rolling off. As we were staying for a week, it would have been nice to have the bathroom cleaned and sheets changed more.

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RebeccagbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 7, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Our Welcome was pleasant, the room was lovely and the dinner was good Location was ideal for what we needed . Parking on site was good and the fact the Bull is Dog Friendly was ideal. Breakfast was good too .

No real dislikes - the Bull was ideal for the length of time and kind of stay we required

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JennygbGB
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family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 5, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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RJB007gbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 3, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

Bar & food

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Giorgio 268itIT
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 1, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

A charming historic building. The room was tastefully furnished and well-equipped. The dinner was excellent. The check-in staff were very professional and courteous. Aside from the details, the overall rating was good.

A somewhat uneasy rest (room overlooking the outside tables and parking lot) until closing. Staff at dinner: when asked for a knife, they handed it over by taking it by the blade... At breakfast, cleanliness: dirt and dust on the table legs, crumbs left on the table, salt shaker with abandoned remnants of salt and pepper. Truly unpleasant. Overall breakfast quality was definitely a step down from dinner. Staff at checkout were cold.

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