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The Crown at Playhatch

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free parking, near Thames River

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Meeting facility
Bar (on property)
Lobby
Food and drink
Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Foxhill Lane, Playhatch, Reading, England, RG4 9QN
  • Place, Mill at Sonning
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Thames Path
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Reading
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Room

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Standard Double Room, Accessible, Garden View (Disabled Access)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Reading

Located within a mile (2 km) of Mill at Sonning, The Crown at Playhatch is within 3 miles (5 km) of Thames River. This 10-room, 3-star bed & breakfast has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Mill at Sonning - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Thames Path - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Oracle - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • University of Reading - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Madejski Stadium - 11 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Henley-on-Thames Shiplake Station - 7 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caversham Lakes - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Boaters Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪French Horn Hotel - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Coppa Club, Sonning - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Crown at Playhatch

Bed & breakfast with free parking, near Thames River
The Crown at Playhatch features free WiFi in public areas and wedding services. There's free parking if you drive.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Crown at Playhatch?

The Crown at Playhatch offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Crown at Playhatch?

This bed & breakfast is located in Reading, close to Microsoft UK Headquarters, Reading Museum and Town Hall, and Oracle. You'll also find Thames River and Thames Path within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Crown at Playhatch?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Crown at Playhatch have a casino at the property?

No, The Crown at Playhatch doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Crown at Playhatch?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Crown at Playhatch?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include garden views.

Does The Crown at Playhatch have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Crown at Playhatch have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Crown at Playhatch serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Crown at Playhatch have connecting rooms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Crown at Playhatch?

The closest major airport to The Crown at Playhatch is Farnborough (FAB), which is 26.4 mi away (53 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 25.5 mi away (43-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Crown at Playhatch?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Crown at Playhatch offer a deck and may feature garden views.

Does The Crown at Playhatch have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Crown at Playhatch if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Crown at Playhatch Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 197 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P, Eagle Point

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with comfortable bed and the pub’s food was fabulous!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Design Review

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The pub's in a very quiet place and the bed was comfortable. The food is also good - we had dinner and breakfast. It's a charming place but there is a lack of attention to detail, eg, the hot taps in the toilets off the dining room did not work, we were not offered a separate plate or knife with our toast, the shower head badly needed descaling, the room decor and furniture appeared tired and worn in places. At this price point, we expected better. A good place to dine but not stay at the moment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Oh so many flies

Fantastic hotel, great room and lovely food. Very friendly staff....just so many flies!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

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

Will come back

A busy well maintained pub with excellent quiet rooms in the garden, and a good evening meal
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pub in a serene setting, with one of the most attractive beer gardens I've visited. Room was neally nice, as was the food. I really couldn't fault it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

The Crown

The team there were extremely helpful in the hotel & restaurant. The room was very comfortable & clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

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

Comfortable bed!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd time I’ve stayed here. First time for work. Second time, pleasure. Great atmosphere in the pub and restaurant. Good quality food and drinks. Excellent service. Well appointed. Love the converted stable block accommodation. Clean and well presented.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

J

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Staff were wonderful. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night to be local to event...everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inadequate lighting from pub to rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Maggie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inadequate lighting from pub to rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent bed and breakfast accommodation

There was so cosy rural pub and outside unusual building of the accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Althea

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was in poor condition. The toilet badly stained. The bathroom floor had not been cleaned. The woodwork damaged and unsightly on the plus side the staff were friendly and we had a nice meal . About 15 minute drive to Henley. Playhatch itself has nothing to offer so you need to drive out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic service, room and local surroundings!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

👍

Exactly what it says it is… perfect for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I asked for a drink at 10.30pm on a Thursday. I was told ‘the bar is shut, the tills are locked’ wtaf
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024