Beech House Hotel

Perfect for me as it’s right across from the office but probably not so great if you wanted to be in the city centre although it’s only an £8 taxi ride or £2 bus ride. Opposite a Beefeater which was handy but I would prefer an on-site bar and restaurant. Felt a bit uncomfortable on check-in to be asked if I was a smoker (I’m not) and if anyone would be joining me later 😳. Didn’t like the bed being made up with sheets, blanket and counter pane as it’s quite uncomfortable particularly on one of the hottest days of the year although the mobile air conditioning unit helped (first time I’ve had sheets and blankets for over 30 years since the day I got married despite extensive business (weekly) and leisure travel (4-6 times a year)). Hotel was very clean and the bathroom was well equipped. A bottle of water would have been a welcome addition to the room particularly in such hot weather. Not sure who to recommend the hotel to as it’s neither a corporate hotel with all the amenities or a home from home. Breakfast was on offer for an additional £15 and I decided to wait until I checked in to see. As I wanted to be in the office for 8am and there was no menu available, times of service or visibility of a dining room, other facilities or even other guests, I decided it may be too intimate and opted for a cold sandwich I had stored in the office fridge ‘just in case’. Was similarly priced to the executive room I had in the Novotel last week which had a full buffet breakfast included.

This was our third visit to The Beech House, and every time we arrive it feels like coming home. The owners are so welcoming and incredibly thoughtful, nothing is ever too much trouble, and you’re made to feel more like a friend than just a guest. The rooms are a joy, spacious, immaculately clean, and wonderfully comfortable, a real haven after a busy day. Breakfast is always a treat, with plenty of choice and everything cooked to perfection. We’ve stayed in many places over the years, but The Beech House is in a class of its own. Consistently warm, comfortable, and full of charm, it’s our first choice every time we visit Reading.

We have stayed at this hotel as a party of 6 but arriving at different times and needing to arrange an early check in due to the event we were attending finishing quite late. Staff were extremely helpful and accommodating right from booking to check out. The rooms are lovely and spacious. There was no noticeable noise overnight so sleep undisturbed. There's a beautiful garden for guests to use as well as a lounge at the front of the house. Breakfast is cooked to order and perfectly proportioned. I would have no hesitation in recommending this place and would stay again

Wonderful reception - polite and very helpful staff. Room well presented. Comfortable bed. All facilities that one would expect. Breakfast 5 star. Plentiful parking. Thoroughly recommended. Good value for money. Good place to stay if visiting Reading Shoulder Unit.