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Bull Inn

4.0 star property
Inn with free breakfast, a short walk to Thames River

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Bathroom
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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
The current price is S$181
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

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High Street, Sonning-on-Thames, Reading, England, RG4 6UP

What's nearby

  • Mill at Sonning - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Thames Valley Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • University of Reading - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Oracle - 8 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Reading Twyford Station - 5 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caversham Lakes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Want Want Chinese Takeaway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee 1 - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Bull Inn

Upscale inn near Thames River
Consider a stay at Bull Inn and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Bull Inn boast comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bull Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this inn allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Bull Inn?

As of 15 Jun, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bull Inn on 22 Jun, 2025 start from S$180.78, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bull Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bull Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bull Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Bull Inn located?

Situated near the airport, this inn is within a 5-minute walk of Thames Path and Thames River. Mill at Sonning and Microsoft UK Headquarters are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Bull Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 256 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 256 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 256 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 256 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 256 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Very lovely place to stay. Well priced and delicious food also!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

A lovely place to stay with period features and a great menu. The hotel and rooms were very hot and fairly noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

A real traditional Pub/ Hotel with a cosy feel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Great accommodation will definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

Lovely Inn comfortable room clean and quiet Friendly Helpful staff Lovely food 👍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Great staff, excellent dining old world charm
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10

Check in was very welcoming and informative, the room was very comfortable with Tea, Coffee etc. Bar and Restaurant is set in a relaxing environment with extremely friendly staff. Breakfast was reasonable The hotel is located in a very small village with walks along the Thames Would recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

A relaxing retreat!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

Couldn't fault anything. Room very comfortable and clean. Restaurant food excellent and excellent beer. Staff very friendly. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

We had a fabulous stay in the most wonderful pub. Gorgeous meal and the staff were brilliant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10

Lovely accommodation well managed. The pub and restaurant are a delight.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10

A lovely place to stay at when seeing a show at The Mill at Sonning. It is an easy walking distance to go there. Very close to Thames path so great for walking too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10

Delightful country pub with gorgeous linens, modern bathroom and oodles of the old-world charm, and friendly staff to boot (Thankyou Ray & Mark).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Brilliant kind caring service beautiful spot
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10

Great stay. Accommodating staff. Fabulous food.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Very welcoming and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10

What a wonderful place to stay. Cannot rate it high enough
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Beautifully place over 500 years old, but clean and presentable. Rooms are fantastic. Food was great. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

We had a wonderful stay in this 600 year old pub! The room was unique, the staff were helpful and friendly and the food was fabulous! We would thoroughly recommend The Bull Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

It was amazing,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Amazing experience! Staff were super helpful, they don’t typically offer room service but it was a busy Saturday travelling alone for work and the lovely women on reception helped accommodate me! Food was amazing, room was amazing and cosy! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10

Great, quirky rooms above a pub. Very friendly and helpful staff. Just a one night stay but it was good and we'd definitely return. Breakfast was really good in terms of both options and what arrived from the kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10

Great place, very historic, bags of charm and character. Comfortable, friendly staff. Expensive food!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Wow! Didn’t want to leave. Absolutely great staff (Ray, Emma) and friendly locals. Good bar and the food is exceptional! Room is small but quirky and has everything you need

8/10

Business trip, lovely old building not a straight wall or floor! Food good,lots of character.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023