Highclere Travel Guide
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pentahotel Reading
Big rooms, great showers, friendly staff, awesome breakfast. Really a perfect hotel
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Norton Park Hotel, Spa & Manor House
Spotless rooms, lovely amenities, great location, fantastic staff.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Overall an great stay on problems experienced was we were given an out of order room at 1st by mistake as work was being done in the bathroom
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
PREMIER SUITES Reading
Excellent location . Pleasant staff. Clean but the room has a weird chemical smell . The bedroom is very small while the living area is unnecessarily big !! The lift was out order throughout our 9-day stay .
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Bear
Brilliant, staff excellent and upgraded our room soon after arriving. Would definitely recommend it and would come and stay again. Thank you
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
SACO Reading - Castle Crescent
Clean apartment . Didn't communicate with staff . Sunny and spacious but must add lighting ( I had to buy a lamp to add some light at night ) . The dishwasher is not functional - it stained all the glasses and plates. The bed comfortable .
Reviewed on 27 Dec 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 Cocktail Masterclass and Tour
Basingstoke iFLY Indoor Skydiving Experience - 2 Flights & Certificate
