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8.7

43 reviews

The French Horn

The French Horn

Play Hatch Road, Reading, RG4 6TN, United Kingdom

Reservations:

+1-833-728-2041

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Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

The French Horn

Immerse yourself in luxury at The French Horn, a charming 4-star hotel nestled in the picturesque city of Reading, United Kingdom. Located just 2.6mi from the vibrant city center, this adults-only hotel offers a serene retreat with a touch of sophistication. With a total of 43 reviews, this hotel comes highly recommended by previous guests, ensuring a delightful stay awaits you.

Featuring a range of upscale amenities, The French Horn provides complimentary private parking, free Wi-Fi, and air conditioning in every room. Take advantage of the on-site golf course, unwind in the non-smoking rooms equipped with a private bathroom and free toiletries, and indulge in delicious meals at the hotel's restaurant. Enjoy a drink at the bar, relax on the sun deck or terrace, and admire the beautiful garden surrounding the property. For those with accessibility needs, the hotel is wheelchair accessible.

Discover a haven of comfort and elegance at The French Horn, where attentive room service, a bathtub for your relaxation, and free parking on-site are just a few of the perks that await you. Whether you're exploring the city of Reading or simply seeking a peaceful getaway, this hotel offers a perfect blend of convenience and sophistication for a memorable stay in the United Kingdom.

Indulge your taste buds at The French Horn’s on-site restaurant, where you can savor traditional French cuisine in a charming ambiance. Whether you crave a classic dish or wish to try a new culinary delight, the restaurant offers a delectable menu that will satisfy your appetite. With an elegant atmosphere and attentive service, dining at the hotel's restaurant is a delightful experience that complements your stay.

For your convenience, The French Horn accepts various payment methods, including Diners Club, American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, and Solo. Cash payments are also welcomed, giving you flexibility during your visit. You can easily settle your bill in the way that suits you best, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free check-out process before you bid farewell to this enchanting retreat in Reading.

After a day of exploring the city or unwinding at the hotel, return to your lavish room at The French Horn for a restful night's sleep. Choose from deluxe, junior suite, suite, or superior room options, accommodating up to 2 adults and 1 child. Relax in comfort with amenities like a bathtub for luxurious moments of relaxation. With smoking not allowed in any room, you can breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the tranquility of your elegant surroundings, making your stay truly unforgettable.

Closest airports

London Heathrow Airport

20mi

Luton Airport

36.3mi

London Gatwick Airport

39mi

London City Airport

42mi

London Stansted Airport

57mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Garden

Rooms

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Superior

Flat-screen TV

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Suite

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

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Deluxe

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

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Junior Suite

Flat-screen TV

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Guest reviews

8.7

43 reviews

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Facilities

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Featured reviews:

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Michael

9.1

October 2023

The location is stunning. Situated on a bend of the Thames, our room had access to a balcony with wonderful views over the hotel gardens and the river. All the staff were very helpful and friendly. We ate in the restaurant one evening to celebrate a birthday. The food was great and the service was attentive without being intrusive. A perfect balance. A very cosy bar with open log fire for pre and post dinner drinks. Car parking just across the road.

No lift and fairly steep stairs, but we were helped with our luggage up to the room. So, not really a problem.

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Matthew

8.2

July 2023

It's rare to find in this corner of England these days, where so many old hotels have been given anodyne, cookie cutter makeovers (all the latest design trends but totally souless and uncomfortable such as The Great House over the bridge or The Bell at Hurley) whereas The French Horn retains it's old style English charm and character. Please don't change it!

Whilst the restaurant is excellent, the pricing is on a par with some of the most expensive in Mayfair or Knightsbridge and feels probably a tad too much for this part of the world.

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Leanne

10

August 2024

There is everything to love about this property! The staff are extremely welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable about the area. The property itself has an amazing character and charm, overlooking the beautiful lakes, the grounds are beautiful and so calming to sit in. The room was extremely comfortable and clean with the most idyllic view. My stay was finished with a delicious breakfast.

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Marty

10

August 2024

The views were exceptional! Such a beautiful location! The views of the river from the bedroom was incredible. The property itself was a gorgeous 200 year old building with a perfect terrace to drink and dine on. Every single member of staff was incredible and made it feel as though they truly cared about their guests. The service was the best I’ve ever received

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Susan

8.2

May 2022

Lovely setting. Full of old world charm Carpeted dining which means a much nicer dining environment for people with hearing problems

We were a party of 8, having dinned the night before in the restaurant we had to have breakfast in our rooms separately, The reason given was COVID which is senseless. In room breakfasts were specified at the time of booking but we hoped they had come into line with other hotels. This rather took the shine off the stay. The room itself had a fire exit sign that glowed brightly above the door all night, illuminating the room, so much so my husband had to hang his shirt over it. No hot water until 8.00am

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Michelle

8.2

July 2024

Location & character. View of the river & lovely grounds.

Dinner prices! Our own fault, we hadn’t checked the menu before we booked. But the cheapest starter was £25 - way over our budget

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Jessica

10

July 2022

The owner of this hotel was so friendly and made our stay very enjoyable. The view of the river from my bedroom window was lovely.

The shower didn't work very well, but I gather this was something to do with a pump and the owner had promised to get this looked at first thing next morning.

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Charlie

10

September 2022

Characterful property located right on the Thames, very picturesque. Food was great and staff were very attentive.

some parts of the property are very dated but this adds to the charm.

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Jeanie

10

November 2022

Every single detail is exceptionally integrated to make the hotel a lush, relaxed and superior venue.

I didn't like that I could not stay another day!

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J

10

July 2023

Great location, extremely helpful staff. Fabulous room overlooking river, drinks on terrace. Wonderful!

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Points of Interest Around The French Horn

Attractions

Dorney Court

11mi

Ascot

11.6mi

Windsor

13.7mi

Highclere Castle

21.6mi

Bombay Sapphire Distillery

23.3mi

Magdalen College

23.6mi

All Souls College

23.8mi

Radcliffe Camera

23.9mi

Bridge of Sighs

23.9mi

Sheldonian Theatre

24mi

Trinity College

24mi

Balliol College

24mi

Bushy Park

24.8mi

Portobello Road

30.8mi

Holland Park

30.9mi

Restaurants

Cuisines

  • French

Ambiances

  • Traditional

Amenities of The French Horn

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Garden

Stay rules - The French Horn

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property