Ecchinswell Travel Guide
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pentahotel Reading
Great location, funky decor, big room with a lovely bathroom, fab staff and they were happy to take care of our bags. Bar was quite expensive and there was some road noise from outside but I would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Lovely clean room and facilities
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
voco Winchester Hotel & Spa by IHG
The room was clean and tidy, loved the complimentary drinks and snacks. However, maybe cans of coke or lemonade would have been nice instead of wine and lager, but thats a personal choice. On the second day, we did leave a note on the door for the room to be tidied as we needed clean cups and glasses, ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
PREMIER SUITES Reading
Stayed here a few times, but disappointed to find absolutely no cutlery whatsover. Also a couple of pans but no frying pan etc. Apartment was nice and roomy and I was in the annexe building right by the town centre. Location excellent!
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
SACO Reading - Castle Crescent
Very attentive support from Ricky prior on the day of our booking. Parking on site. Great size apartment and clean. A few cracks in some of the walls and doorframes and some patches of wall with missing paint but overall this apartments exceeded our expectations.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Curzon Street Retreat - 4 Beds
Very clean and had everything we needed
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
Highclere Castle
Visit this stately home which is also the setting of the acclaimed BBC drama Downtown Abbey. Appreciate its grandeur, beauty and expansive grounds.
Donnington Castle
Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War.
Shaw House
After a tumultuous history and a massive restoration project, this Elizabethan manor is now a center for events and conferences.
West Berkshire Museum
Delve into the history of Newbury and West Berkshire at this delightful regional museum that focuses on the surrounding landscape and the lives of local people.
Newbury Racecourse
Enjoy a trip to Newbury Racecourse and popular activities such as golfing in Newbury. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Watermill Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Watermill Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Newbury. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
Activities
Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail
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