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Review: We were looking for an overnight stop travelling back North from Southampton and came across here. There was a big extension being built to the front of the pub so parking was difficult but otherwise caused no inconvenience. We had 3 rooms and all were very comfortable and well equipped . What stood out about this place was the staff, all were genuinely lovely and friendly. Checked in and personally shown to our rooms. We ate at the pub and the food was quickly served and was simply delicious..., by Chris, 27 September 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: I stay here regularly for work, alway very good. Staff are incredibly nice and work hard to make the stay comfortable. Rooms are always clean characterful and comfortable. food is great. Would highly recommend., by James, 26 November 2017, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: We had a lovely two day stay. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. The food was good and the room was serviced each day. Tea and coffee was available in the room and milk provided on asking. Excellent breakfast too., by Margaret, 8 July 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Clean comfortable room.Staff helpful and welcoming.Service at breakfast and dinner excellent. Good menu and food delicious.Would recommend for a relaxing break in the country., by Robin, 4 November 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Absolutely lovely stay at The Royal oak. Beautifully decorated throughout, with a really warm and homely feel. Staff were welcoming, dinner and breakfast were first-class and my room was spotlessly clean with a great bathroom and comfy bed. Would definitely return, I stayed for work but it would be a lovely place for a weekend away., by Christina, 1 February 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Excellent ! We will be back… we were stuck in traffic so ringing ahead, we were able to order food and they kept it warm. My partner, tired from a week in hell at work knocked her wine over..another appeared as if by magic. I had to make an important call … they, without being asked turned music down.wow. The staff are amazing, as are the rooms, bed, bathroom and food..we will be back ! Many thanks guys., by daren, 27 August 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: We had a friendly welcome from Jane and her staff. The room was comfortable and breakfast was excellent. The pub closed early on Sunday night, so we had to go elsewhere for food, but it meant a very peaceful night. Strongly recommended!, by wendy, 21 May 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Staff were lovely. Had a long drive and arrived on the cutoff for ordering dinner, but thankfully the staff were kind enough to still let us order. We had both dinner and breakfast, both were absolutely delicious. There was some games we could borrow which we enjoyed playing in the bar, only small disadvantage is the bar closed at 10:30. Room was very clean, stocked with tea and coffee and the extra pillows in the wardrobe was a nice addition. Overall, we had a very peaceful, relaxing stay., by Roxanne, 25 September 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Really nice hotel rooms with great meals available in the pub/restaurant . I would definitely return, by neil, 16 January 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Wonderful greeting upon a very late arrival. Rooms are wonderful. Electric hookup very convenient., by Jack, 20 March 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Excellent hotel. The room was large with an incredibly comfy bed and good powerful shower. The staff were really helpful and friendly and the breakfast really good. We ate in the restaurant both nights. A special thank you to Ben our waiter. We would highly recommend Bel and the Dragon., by Helen, 7 July 2022, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: We recently returned and stayed in a comfy double room last weekend. Very well maintained hotel, room and facilities. The room was spotless. Great choice of indoor and outdoor seating and restaurant and bar services. We were satisfied with the gym. We didn’t use the sauna and steam rooms this time. Not the quietest of venues during event nights., by Alison, 16 September 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent
Address: The Retreat Elcot Park, Newbury, England, RG20 8NJ, GB
Location: Newbury
Star rating: 4/5
Guest rating: 9/10 (239 reviews)
Review: Great hotel, good service particularly the brasserie restaurant. We enjoyed the spa treatments. A bit noisy on the Saturday night., by Simon, 1 November 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent