Unwind at this charming inn where attentive staff await. Savor delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and connect with colleagues in one of three meeting rooms.
Bath Road, Knowl Hill, Twyford, Reading, England, RG10 9UP
What's nearby
River and Rowing Museum - 10 min drive
Nirvana Spa - 12 min drive
LEGOLAND® Windsor - 14 min drive
Windsor Castle - 15 min drive
Cliveden House - 16 min drive
Getting around
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 29 min drive
Farnborough (FAB) - 32 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 56 min drive
Reading Wargrave Station - 5 min drive
Reading Twyford Station - 5 min drive
Maidenhead Furze Platt Station - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Haweli - 5 min drive
The Dewdrop Inn - 6 min drive
Hurley House Hotel - 5 min drive
H'artisan - 4 min drive
The Golden Cross - 5 min drive
About this property
The Bird In Hand
When you stay at The Bird In Hand, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Thames River and LEGOLAND® Windsor. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
On-site venue – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Country Pub – This pub serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
State tax ID – SYS_Eviivo
Also known as
Bird Hand Country Inn Reading
Bird Hand Country Reading
Bird Hand Inn Reading
Bird Hand Reading
The Bird In Hand Country Inn
The Bird In Hand Inn
The Bird In Hand Reading
The Bird In Hand Inn Reading
Frequently asked questions
Does The Bird In Hand offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Bird In Hand does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Bird In Hand?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Bird In Hand?
Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bird In Hand?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at The Bird In Hand?
No, this inn doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Bird In Hand and nearby?
The Bird In Hand has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Bird In Hand?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers al fresco dining.
The Bird In Hand Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
19 January 2025
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 January 2025
Great place to stay
This is a great place to stay, very comfortable rooms and the food is excellent. Great value for money as well.
David
David, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 January 2025
Clean, calm and cosy
This was the loveliest little night away with my daughter. Drinking tea and listening to Classic FM in a big, comfy bed was the literal dream. My only observation was that the towel rail was hotter than the 9th circle and I stupidly burnt my arm.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 December 2024
William
William, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
3 December 2024
I have enjoyed staying at this establishment in the past, but unfortunately, it feels like it's going downhill with little effort being made to maintain the high standards it once had.
During my recent stay, I encountered several issues that were quite disappointing:
No remote control for the TV: This made it inconvenient to use the television.
Carpet with signs of spillage: The carpet had numerous stains, indicating a lack of proper cleaning.
Flickering light in the bathroom: This made using the bathroom quite challenging and uncomfortable.
Showerhead and bar not fit for purpose: The shower setup was inadequate and difficult to use.
Unprofessional repair work: A noticeable and poorly executed repair suggested that maintenance is being handled by someone inexperienced in DIY.
Given these issues, I regret to say that I will not be returning.
christian
christian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 November 2024
Really nice pub, good food and drink. Nice rooms, well maintained. The only negatives were that the matress on my bed was really uncomfortable, past its best by a long way. Also, the price of the food was too high for what it was, very nice but a checken burger is not worth £18.95....
david
david, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 November 2024
Chris
Chris, 6-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
Scott
Scott, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 October 2024
Nice room, service and food. Staff was courteous and professional.
Craig C
Craig C, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2024
A great stay at the bird in the hand.
What a good find, beautiful decor, friendly efficient and attentive staff. The food was first class.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 August 2024
Nick
Nick, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
25 August 2024
The pub is on a busy road but the room was set back from the road and there was no issue with the noise. Plenty of parking available. Unfortunately we stayed on a very hot night, and even with the fan provided we struggled to sleep. The room was very small and had strange plug sockets.Tea & coffee making facilities in the room were good. We chose to have dinner at the hotel and were both very pleased with our meals. We found the older staff to be more attentive than the younger ones, who were more interested in chatting to each other. 25 mins from Heathrow - overall a good option if you don’t like staying in airport hotels, just not on a hot night.
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 August 2024
Jack
Jack, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 August 2024
Stay was very nice clean rooms breakfast was amazing
Rolando
Rolando, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 August 2024
David
David, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
31 July 2024
Tracey
Tracey, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 July 2024
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 July 2024
Very nice place to stay. The food and drink was excellent. Just a little more expensive than some of the other nicer places we stayed in.
James
James, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 June 2024
Robert
Robert, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 June 2024
s.l.
s.l., 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 May 2024
Mat
Mat, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
24 May 2024
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 May 2024
Glenice
Glenice, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
21 May 2024
William
William, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 May 2024
Fantastic hotel, amazing (5 star) food, friendly staff, highly recommend to anyone looking to stay 🙌