The Bird In Hand is located in Reading. Cliveden House is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include LEGOLAND® Windsor and Lapland UK. John Nike Leisuresport Complex and Bracknell Ski Slope are also worth visiting.
A terrace, a garden and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Bird In Hand. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a conference centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self-parking
English breakfast (surcharge), extended parking and smoke-free property
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Grab bars near toilets, raised toilet seats and bathroom emergency pull cords
TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, desks and desk chairs
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Extended parking on site
Food and drink
English breakfast available for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Country Pub
Family friendly
Snack bar/deli
Business services
3 meeting rooms
Conference centre
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Grab bar near toilet
In-room accessibility
Low-height counter and sink
No lift
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
2 buildings
2 floors
Built in 1400
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels
Entertainment
TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children
Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Bird In Hand Country Inn
The Bird In Hand Country Inn
Bird Hand Inn Reading
Bird Hand Reading
The Bird In Hand Inn
The Bird In Hand Reading
The Bird In Hand Inn Reading
Frequently asked questions
How much is parking at The Bird In Hand?
Self-parking is free at this property.
The Bird In Hand Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 280 reviews" "
10 - Excellent
172
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 280 reviews" "
8 - Good
82
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 280 reviews" "
6 - Okay
20
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 280 reviews" "
4 - Poor
4
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 280 reviews" "
2 - Terrible
2
9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Michael
Business traveller
29 Apr 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Average. Room cleaned only once during 4 night atay, lots of maintenance required in room.
We were disappointed with our stay. We had 2 nights booked from 1/1-1/3. The hotel did not tell us that the superior room that we reserved (and already paid for) was no longer available. They didn't even tell us at check in!! They just took us to a basic room with no mention of the change. When I went back down to inquire, they said that a "water issue" forced the change, but they made no effort to compensate us for the change in reservation. They also did not tell us that on 1/1, our day of arrival, that their reception, bar and restaurant were closing at 5PM. This was our final stop after a long day, and we had planned to settle in with food and drink. Part of the reason we wanted to stay here was because we enjoyed relaxing at the fireplace with a snack and cocktail previously! That did not happen as they were turning out the lights within minutes of our arrival at 5.
They did say that they had "tried" to call me, but they couldn't reach me because of the international #. I found this VERY odd, as I continued receiving "welcome" emails from the hotel up through my day of arrival, none of which mentioned any change to the reservation or the hours that they would be open. This was very disappointing. We had stayed here before and had had a lovely experience, but I do not think that we will return.
Beautiful pub / hotel, full of charm and character. The meals are good, but tend to be over fussy and elaborated, but don't add to the quality of the meal. Breakfast was actually nicer than the dinner!
Ideal for a one night stay and only 25 minutes to Heathrow.