The French Horn Hotel (Reading, GB) from 165 £/night

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The French Horn Hotel - Reading

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Overview

Riverside hotel in Reading with a Michelin-recognized restaurant and direct Thames views

Dining

The French Horn restaurant holds a Michelin Star and 2 AA Rosettes, serving classic dishes made from local seasonal produce. Guests can book the private dining room for 24 people to celebrate special occasions. The wine cellar is carefully curated with rare selections from Burgundy.

Rooms

Most rooms at the French Horn hotel offer direct views of the River Thames, with air conditioning, safes, and flat-screen TVs. Alternative accommodations are available in nearby cottages for guests seeking a different setup. The property has spacious Superior Double Rooms and suites with two-story layouts.

Location & Grounds

The French Horn Sonning sits on the River Thames with well-maintained gardens and an outdoor dining terrace. The hotel is a 200-year-old historic landmark within easy reach of Windsor Castle, Henley Rowing Museum, and Reading's Oracle shopping center. Free private parking is available, and Heathrow Airport is easily accessible.

Family & Activities

Sonning French Horn provides a family-friendly environment with engaging outdoor spaces and activities for children. The gardens offer space to play, and the riverside setting encourages nature walks along the Thames. Proximity to attractions like Windsor Castle and Henley makes day trips easy.

Services & Amenities

The French Horn hotel and restaurant has a traditional British bar with a cozy fire, plus an extensive wine selection. Wheelchair-accessible rooms with raised toilets and grab rails are available, and the property offers special diet menus on request. Room service breakfast is provided each morning, and laundry, dry cleaning, and meeting facilities are offered.

Dining: Michelin-starred restaurant with private dining for 24
Rooms: River-view rooms with air conditioning and safes, plus nearby cottages
Wine: Curated cellar with rare Burgundy selections
Location: 200-year-old landmark near Windsor Castle and Henley
Grounds: Gardens, outdoor terrace, direct Thames access
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:30-22:30

from 07:00-11:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Spanish, Portuguese, Romanian, Polish

Building

Number of rooms:22

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

Flat-screen TV

Room view

Garden view

Room features

Sitting area
Patio
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about The French Horn Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	165 £
📏 Distance to centre	4.4 km
✈️ Distance to airport	39.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport	London Heathrow, LHR

Location

B478 - Thames Street, Reading, United Kingdom, RG4 6TN

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B478 - Thames Street, Reading, United Kingdom, RG4 6TN

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B478 - Thames Street, Reading, United Kingdom, RG4 6TN

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Caversham Lakes

1.7 km

Garden

Harris Garden

2.4 km

Landmark

Redgrave Pinsent Rowing Lake

2.3 km

Landmark

Holmwood

2.5 km

Nature reserve

Loddon Nature Reserve

3.2 km

Landmark

Palmer Park

3.0 km

Landmark

Clayfield Copse & Blackhouse Wood

2.9 km

Museum

The Museum of Reading

4.3 km

Park

Forbury Gardens

4.2 km

Museum

Museum of Berkshire Aviation

3.8 km

Landmark

King's Meadow

3.6 km

Landmark

Reading

4.4 km

Museum

Reading Abbey Ruins

4.1 km

Landmark

Christchurch Meadows

3.7 km

Museum

The Museum of English Rural Life

4.3 km

Landmark

St. James & St. William of York Church

4.0 km

Museum

Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock

3.7 km

University

University of Reading

4.4 km

Landmark

Sol Joel Park

3.9 km

Landmark

South Lake

3.7 km

Landmark

Balmore Walk

3.8 km

Art object

Statue of Queen Victoria

4.3 km

Landmark

Chestnut Walk

4.2 km

Landmark

The Royal Berkshire Medical Museum

4.2 km

Church

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

3.9 km

Museum

Cole Museum of Zoology

4.4 km

Church

St Laurence's Church

4.3 km

Landmark

Whiteknights Lake

4.1 km

Church

St Andrew's Church

520 m

The Mill at Sonning

240 m

Restaurant

The French Horn

0 m

Restaurant

Coppa Club

350 m

Reviews of The French Horn Hotel

9.0 /10

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FAQ about The French Horn

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the The French Horn Hotel hotel?

During their stay at the The French Horn Hotel hotel guests can visit The Museum of Reading (4.3 km), Forbury Gardens (4.2 km) as well as St. James & St. William of York Church (4 km) among others.

What popular attractions are closest to the 3-star The French Horn Hotel?

Guests of the 3-star The French Horn Hotel can visit The Mill Theatre (a 5-minute walk from the accommodation), or The Mill at Sonning placed 5 minutes' walk away.

Can we park our car at the hotel?

Yes, the hotel provides parking spaces on site.

What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?

Unfortunately, the hotel doesn't have on-site dining options, but there is a variety of restaurants just outside the property - visit bar Coppa Club for the taste of European cuisine (350 meters from the property) or The Bull Inn Restaurant, which is popular for its British dishes (550 meters away).

Does the 3-star The French Horn Hotel hotel serve breakfast?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 3-star The French Horn Hotel hotel.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in The French Horn Hotel?

Guests of The French Horn Hotel can check in from 14:30 to 22:30 and check out from 07:00.

What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?

At the hotel, guests can pay using Visa, Mastercard, and American Express as well as other payment methods.

What room types does the The French Horn Hotel hotel comprise?

The The French Horn Hotel hotel provides such room types as Deluxe Double Room, Suite, and Junior Suite.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the 3-star The French Horn Hotel?

Rooms of the 3-star The French Horn Hotel are highly rated for comfort-9.1/10 according to guests' reviews-ensured by an iron and ironing board, and air conditioning.

Does the hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?

Yes, at the hotel there are wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities available for guests with special needs.

Does the The French Horn Hotel hotel staff speak foreign languages?

Yes, the staff of the The French Horn Hotel hotel can speak Romanian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, and English.