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5 best golf hotels in Reading

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The brief

Why golf hotels, why here

Golf hotels in Reading are best understood as places that make a golf break easy, comfortable and well organised, rather than hotels that necessarily sit on a course itself. In practice, that means a stay with straightforward access to local golf, reliable parking or transport links, early breakfasts, and rooms suited to an active weekend away. It also helps if the hotel offers a calm base for unwinding after a round, whether that is a restaurant, bar, or simply a good standard of comfort and service.

Reading works well for this sort of trip because it combines a practical town setting with good connections and a choice of hotels at different levels. It suits golfers planning a short break, couples mixing golf with a relaxed stay, and friends looking for a base that keeps logistics simple. The strongest options in this list cover a range of styles, from the higher-rated Crowne Plaza Reading By IHG and Holiday Inn Reading - M4 to characterful stays such as The Great House at Sonning, The Swan at Streatley, The Hind's Head and The Bird In Hand. For those wanting a more compact, value-led option, Crescent Hotel and Abbey House Hotel also fit the brief.

A genuine golf hotel here is one that supports the rhythm of a golf trip: easy arrival, restful nights, and a location that makes getting to and from the course straightforward. That is what makes these Reading hotels practical choices for golfers, whether the trip is for one round or a full weekend.

The list

A selection of hotels to compare for your stay.

  1. 02
    ★★★★

    Crowne Plaza Reading By IHG

    Reading
    Business-focused Winnersh Triangle stay with Esprit Wellness spa and AA-rosette dining.
    8.4 · 1,217 reviewsFamily-friendlySpa & wellnessBeaches
  2. 03
    ★★★

    Crescent Hotel

    Reading
    Quiet central Reading stays with a kitchenette and easy nearby parking.
    9.5 · 28 reviewsGolfFamily-friendlyBudget-friendly
  3. 04
    ★★★

    Abbey House Hotel

    Reading
    Modest Reading West stay with free parking and a well-liked cooked breakfast.
    8.3 · 161 reviewsBudget-friendlyGolfFamily-friendly
  4. 05
    ★★★★

    The Bird In Hand

    Reading
    Canal-side Twyford stays with a full English breakfast and a balcony view.
    8.3 · 113 reviewsFamily-friendlyPet-friendlyB&B
  5. 06
    ★★★★

    The Hind's Head

    Reading
    Characterful coaching-inn stay in rural Aldermaston with a breakfast people rave about.
    8.4 · 36 reviewsFamily-friendlyGolfPet-friendly

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What to know about golf hotels in Reading

What makes a hotel a golf hotel in Reading?

It is usually a hotel that offers convenient access to golf, practical parking or transport, and a comfortable base for an early start and a relaxed return. It does not have to be on a golf course to suit golfers well.

Which area is best to stay in for golf hotels in Reading?

The best area depends on where you are playing, but a central or well-connected base is often the most practical choice. Places around Reading and nearby Sonning or Streatley can also work well for a quieter stay.

What price and level should I expect?

These hotels range from 3★ to 4★, so you can expect anything from simple, good-value accommodation to more polished full-service stays. Guest scores suggest a generally strong standard across the list.