Title: Elephant Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Elephant Hotel Family-friendly hotel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49200/49148/bf7f958b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Indoor wedding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49200/49148/c26f78cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49200/49148/505fbb41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Chic Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49200/49148/fa5538bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49200/49148/0e112fad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Elephant Hotel offers a family-friendly escape in peaceful rural settings. Visitors can browse the on-site shops, enjoy a coffee at the café, connect with WiFi from their rooms, or take a refreshing walk through the garden grounds. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Room service - Pet-friendly - Laundry - Housekeeping £73 includes taxes & fees 28 Sept - 29 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 26 - Sept 27](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-27&selected=49148&PinnedHotelID=49148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-27&selected=49148&PinnedHotelID=49148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 27 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-27&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=49148&PinnedHotelID=49148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-27&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=49148&PinnedHotelID=49148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=49148&PinnedHotelID=49148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=49148&PinnedHotelID=49148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=49148&PinnedHotelID=49148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=49148&PinnedHotelID=49148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49200/49148/fc1889c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Single Room 7.6 Good 4 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Connecting rooms available TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49200/49148/fc1889c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chic Twin Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Connecting rooms available TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Hairdryer - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Classic Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49200/49148/7966cd71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Connecting rooms available TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Hairdryer - 65 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Classic Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49200/49148/fb26fdab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Twin Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Connecting rooms available TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Hairdryer - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Chic Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49200/49148/fa5538bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chic Double Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Patio Soundproofed Heating Connecting rooms available TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Shower/bath combination - 75 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FReading-Hotels-Elephant-Hotel.h49148.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FReading-Hotels-Elephant-Hotel.h49148.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.48357%2C-1.08750&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NeolgEStO0EDHAw6XXMMTX_cQWc=) Church Road, Pangbourne, Reading, England, RG8 7AR #### What's nearby - Basildon Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles - Madejski Stadium - 12 min drive - 9.2 miles - Oracle - 14 min drive - 6.5 miles - Mapledurham House and Watermill - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles - University of Reading - 16 min drive - 7.6 miles #### Getting around - Reading Pangbourne Station - 5 min walk - Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 46 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk - ‪Herbies Pizza - ‬7 min drive - ‪The George Hotel - ‬2 min walk - ‪Ocean Garden - ‬7 min drive - ‪Fox & Hounds - ‬7 min drive ## About this property ### Elephant Hotel Eco-certified family-friendly hotel near Thames River At Elephant Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and an electric car charging station - Express check-out, express check-in and supervised childcare (surcharge) - Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition Room features All guest rooms at Elephant Hotel boast perks, such as premium bedding, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Hairdryers and toilet paper - TVs with premium channels - Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Classic Room, Shared Bathroom (meeting room) | Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1834/32e43bcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The George Hotel Reading - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 6.6 253 reviews £85 includes taxes & fees 1 Oct - 2 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=1834&PinnedHotelID=1834&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/37000000/36990100/36990026/1d1a0aac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Swan at Streatley Reading - 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Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per night ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and from GBP 10.00 for children - Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per night - Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Elephant Hotel Reading Elephant Reading Elephant Hotel Hotel Elephant Hotel Reading Elephant Hotel Hotel Reading ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Elephant Hotel pet-friendly? > Yes, Elephant Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 kg per pet. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at Elephant Hotel? > As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephant Hotel on 28 Sept 2025 start from £73.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Hotels-Elephant-Hotel.h49148.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Elephant Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Elephant Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at Elephant Hotel? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Where is Elephant Hotel located? > This family-friendly Reading hotel is located in a rural location, within a 5-minute walk of Thames Path and Thames River. Beale Park and North Wessex Downs are also within 3 miles (5 km). Reading Pangbourne Station is only a 5-minute walk. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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