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The Bird In Hand

4.0 star property
Reading inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Combined shower/tub, towels
Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Interior
Nestled in the heart of the town, The Bird In Hand offers a warm welcome with a cozy bar and on-site restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy your stay while connecting to WiFi in your room or taking advantage of extended parking.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Conference center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (5)

  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Free self parking
  • Snack bar/deli
The current price is $100
includes taxes & fees
$83 per night
Feb 23 - Feb 24

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Family Quadruple Room | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 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, Ensuite (No Children)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite, Ensuite | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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  • Free WiFi
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The price is $136
includes taxes & fees
$113 per night
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About the neighborhood

Map
Bath Road, Knowl Hill, Twyford, Reading, England, RG10 9UP

What's nearby

  • Henley Bridge - 8 min drive
  • Leander Club - 9 min drive
  • River and Rowing Museum - 10 min drive
  • Nirvana Spa - 12 min drive
  • LEGOLAND® Windsor - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 29 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 32 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 56 min drive
  • Reading Wargrave Station - 5 min drive
  • Reading Twyford Station - 5 min drive
  • Maidenhead Furze Platt Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Haweli - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Dewdrop Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hurley House Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪H'artisan - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Cross - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Bird In Hand

When you stay at The Bird In Hand, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of LEGOLAND® Windsor and Thames River. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Onsite extended parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1400
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Country Pub - This pub serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
State tax ID - SYS_Eviivo

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bird In Hand offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Bird In Hand does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Bird In Hand?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Bird In Hand?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bird In Hand?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Bird In Hand and nearby?

The Bird In Hand has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Bird In Hand?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers alfresco dining.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay.
Accommodation was excellent. Beautifully decorated room and well equipped with tea and coffee, fresh milk, water and lovely toiletries. Could not fault room. Very good choice for breakfast which we enjoyed. Dinner was not so enjoyable and we didn’t feel it was value for money. Staff all very polite and friendly. This is a great place to stay.
Sarah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Carl, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tatevik, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Andrew, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
This is a great place to stay, very comfortable rooms and the food is excellent. Great value for money as well.
David, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, calm and cosy
This was the loveliest little night away with my daughter. Drinking tea and listening to Classic FM in a big, comfy bed was the literal dream. My only observation was that the towel rail was hotter than the 9th circle and I stupidly burnt my arm.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

William, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

I have enjoyed staying at this establishment in the past, but unfortunately, it feels like it's going downhill with little effort being made to maintain the high standards it once had. During my recent stay, I encountered several issues that were quite disappointing: No remote control for the TV: This made it inconvenient to use the television. Carpet with signs of spillage: The carpet had numerous stains, indicating a lack of proper cleaning. Flickering light in the bathroom: This made using the bathroom quite challenging and uncomfortable. Showerhead and bar not fit for purpose: The shower setup was inadequate and difficult to use. Unprofessional repair work: A noticeable and poorly executed repair suggested that maintenance is being handled by someone inexperienced in DIY. Given these issues, I regret to say that I will not be returning.
christian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Really nice pub, good food and drink. Nice rooms, well maintained. The only negatives were that the matress on my bed was really uncomfortable, past its best by a long way. Also, the price of the food was too high for what it was, very nice but a checken burger is not worth £18.95....
david, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Chris, 6-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Scott, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good

(Stayed in Room 2) Firstly the food was absolutely fantastic! I mean wow, wow, wow. Devoured the lot! 5* for the food. We would happily come for dinner again and again. The room was pleasant, clean and the bath was lovely and spacious (could fit two SLIM people satisfactory). Loved the tea selection and mini fridge compliments as well! However, when you opened the cupboard with the ironing board, a smell of mouldy cheese comes wafting out (so I quickly closed that and moved swiftly on) we booked for a king size bed but instead got two single beds pushed together!? Essentially trying to create the illusion of a king size bed… but a terrible idea when you have a crack in the middle between you and your loved one. The bed was uncomfortable, overly bouncy and springy and lacked any sense of comfort so we didn’t sleep great at all and woke up feeling stiff as a rod the following morning so I wouldn’t recommend staying overnight, unless you are willing to pay for a luxury room. However we would highly recommend going for dinner.
Hannah, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room, service and food. Staff was courteous and professional.
Craig C, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A great stay at the bird in the hand.
What a good find, beautiful decor, friendly efficient and attentive staff. The food was first class.
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nick, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

The pub is on a busy road but the room was set back from the road and there was no issue with the noise. Plenty of parking available. Unfortunately we stayed on a very hot night, and even with the fan provided we struggled to sleep. The room was very small and had strange plug sockets.Tea & coffee making facilities in the room were good. We chose to have dinner at the hotel and were both very pleased with our meals. We found the older staff to be more attentive than the younger ones, who were more interested in chatting to each other. 25 mins from Heathrow - overall a good option if you don’t like staying in airport hotels, just not on a hot night.
Rachel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jack, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stay was very nice clean rooms breakfast was amazing
Rolando, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

David, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Tracey, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nicola, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very nice place to stay. The food and drink was excellent. Just a little more expensive than some of the other nicer places we stayed in.
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

s.l., 1-night trip
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