Apologies for length! We booked into this hotel for Fri-Sun. We arrived at about 3pm on Friday, there was no one on reception but just pressed the bell & someone turned up. He looked at little harassed, he told us breakfast was between 8am-9.30 (quite early for a weekend) but said "we are booked to the rafters so come nearer... more

As a prelude to this review, I grew up in Cardiff but for the last 22 years have lived in Los Angeles. As a consequence, my family and I visit Britain every 12 to 18 months. In December 2006 we came across again but hit very bad traffic as soon as we got on the M4 to Cardiff. It took... more

I have just returned back home from my business stay within Newbury, Berkshire. I placed my booking for the hotel Hare and Hounds, via phonecall with a very helpful and friendly lady, who welcomed me with a warm voice and reluctantly recommended a room suitable for my requirements (I am a shift worker and require a comfortable room to rest... more

I stayed in room number 1, which is a converted barn block outside the main entrance. This means you have your own front door, which is quite cool. It is the worst room I think I've ever stayed in in a place that calls itself a 'hotel'. The main problem is the noise. This hotel is on the main A4... more

Stayed here for two nights recently. We were in a block behind the main building which made it quiet in the evenings despite the numerous guests. The room was clean and nicely decorated in a masculine style. The TV was very old and the remote didn’t match it but we all managed in the past to get off our bums... more

Stayed for two nights and found the H&H was generally above average. Yes, the room I was in felt a bit dated decor wise but it was clean and well appointed. The bathroom could do with rennovating but I gather this is happening anyway so will give the hotel the benefit of the doubt. The staff were friendly and helpful.... more

20 years ago this might have been a nice place to stay but sadly the state of the towels just about summed up the place. They were frayed at the edges just like the room I stayed in. The very dated decor included broken tiles in the bathroom with mastic going black and paint peeling off the ceiling. Mmmm definitely... more

We stayed for Christmas 2005 at the Hare and Hounds near Tetbury in Gloucestershire. Their four night package for £450 each included full board, with extremely good four course lunches and dinners (far too much food!). On Christmas eve, we were joined by local carol singers and a brass band playing Christmas music. We had a champagne reception and a... more

I have been working in Newbury and have stayed in this hotel for the last 3 nights. It has a very cosy atmosphere, serves good home cooked food and the rooms are of a high standard throughout. I would highly recommend this hotel for any visitors. Its just a shame there isn't much to do in Newbury itself during the... more