Crab & Boar

4.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
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Exclusive Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Front of property
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Wantage Road, Newbury, England, RG20 8UE
  • Place, North Wessex Downs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Newbury Racecourse
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Highclere Castle
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Farnborough (FAB)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

Cosy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Exclusive Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 259 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Newbury

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Snelsmore Common Country Park, Crab & Boar places you within a few miles (5 km) of Newbury Showground. This 14-room, 4-star inn has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • North Wessex Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Watermill Theatre - 9 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Newbury Racecourse - 13 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Highclere Castle - 21 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • LEGOLAND® Windsor - 43 min drive - 42.3 miles

Getting around

  • Newbury Station - 13 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Woodspeen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Red Lion - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Crab & Boar

Guests of Crab & Boar enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and free newspapers. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, portable fans, and desks.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Crab Chieveley
Crab Chieveley Inn
Crab Chieveley Inn Newbury
Crab Chieveley Newbury
Crab Boar Inn Chieveley
Crab Boar Inn
Crab Boar Chieveley
Crab Boar
Crab Boar Inn Newbury
Crab Boar Newbury
Crab & Boar Inn
Crab & Boar Newbury
Crab & Boar Inn Newbury

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Crab & Boar?

Crab & Boar provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Crab & Boar?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crab & Boar on Jun 28, 2026 start from $121, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Crab & Boar?

This inn is located in Newbury, close to Newbury Showground, Watermill Theatre, and Donnington Castle. You'll also find North Wessex Downs and Snelsmore Common Country Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Crab & Boar?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Crab & Boar feature a casino at the property?

No, Crab & Boar doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Crab & Boar?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about Crab & Boar?

There are many amenities for couples at this inn, including a restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms feature a private hot tub.

Does Crab & Boar have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this inn feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Crab & Boar have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Crab & Boar serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Crab & Boar allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Crab & Boar for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Crab & Boar have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

How close is the airport from Crab & Boar?

The closest major airport to Crab & Boar is Oxford (OXF), which is about 25.5 mi away. Another top airport is Farnborough (FAB), which is around 28.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Crab & Boar?

Yes, some guestrooms at Crab & Boar offer a furnished patio.

Crab & Boar Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 268 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy room, lovely staff and great food!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay in a lovely classic room and super friendly staff. Breakfast was good and the meal evening before for 14 of us was very tasty and served promptly. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, friendly staff, pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, we're very friendly and polite. Lovely stay, nice room! Enjoyed complimentary breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lesia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is great and staffis very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome excellent staff great food lovely location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent country haven with fantastic staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing food, room and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant short stay Friendly efficient staff Very good dinner and beer Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly, efficient staff. Comfortable room. Great food. Able to accommodate my food intolerances. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Cathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room wasnt the biggest but perfectly formed. Only disappointment was the shower was over a bath - difficult for me being slightly disabled to get in & out of.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great stay for our board meeting with dinner

Great location, great food, lovely rooms and very accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice place to Stay

Great little place to stay - a little tired and needing some maintenance but it didn’t detract from it being very nice Great dog walk to the rear of the property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating staff and manager. Had a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great place

really enjoyed my stay, everyone was friendly and helpful, food was excellent, will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really enjoyable stay.

Really enjoyable stay. Good food and drink. Relaxed and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely service and great food. Room clean and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JAIME

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel, amazing service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Annabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at this beautiful pub. Lovely comfy room and stunning views. Super attentive staff and delicious food. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Met up with friends, good food, good service! All good Accommodation very reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly comfortable hotel

Lovely room, warm welcome on arrival, really comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great pre or post Highclere hotel :)

Very welcoming and friendly staff (Dave in particular) food and room also was great value for money. Excellent location for Highclere Castle.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot, stunning building with a high end feel at a very reasonable price. Overall excellent value and well worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, food was amazing. Rooms were nice. Breakfast was OK.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022