8/10 Good
Sandra
Traveled with family
Dec 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sandra
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Ferryboat Inn
3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free valet parking and a coffee shop
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- All inclusive
- Pet friendly
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Breakfast available
Explore the area
High St, Whitchurch-on-Thames, England, RG8 7DB
- Chiltern HillsPlace, Chiltern Hills1 min walk
- Thames PathPlace, Thames Path1 min walk
- Beale ParkPlace, Beale Park6 min drive
- London (LHR-Heathrow)Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)45 min drive
Room options
Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom
- 194 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood
Reading
Ferryboat Inn places you next to Thames River and Thames Path. This 3-star hotel has 9 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free valet parking.
What's nearby
- Chiltern Hills - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
- Thames Path - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Beale Park - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles
- Oracle - 15 min drive - 6.7 miles
- University of Reading - 17 min drive - 13.1 miles
Getting around
- Reading Pangbourne Station - 9 min walk
- Farnborough (FAB) - 65 min drive
Restaurants
- Costa Coffee - 7 min walk
- Herbies Pizza - 8 min drive
- The George Hotel - 7 min walk
- Basingstoke Conservative Club - 8 min drive
- Masala 22 - 8 min drive
About this property
Ferryboat Inn
Family-friendly hotel with free valet parking and a coffee shop
Ferryboat Inn features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. Free valet parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls, an off-leash area, and pet-sitting services. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a computer station, laundry facilities, and local meal delivery service.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Microwaves, safes, and free toiletries are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free offsite parking
- Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
- Free secured, uncovered valet parking on site
- Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
- Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to noon for a fee: GBP 7.50 per person
- A bar/lounge
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A restaurant
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
- Grill and Pub classics
Things to do
- Playground
Family friendly
- Art supplies
- Baby bath
- Baby monitor
- Baby toys
- Changing table
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Children's toys
- High chair
- In-room microwave
- Laundry facilities
- Mini-fridge
- Musical instrument
- Playground
- Snack bar/deli
- Trampoline
Conveniences
- ATM
- Guidebooks
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Tour and ticket assistance
- Turndown service
Business services
- Computer station
- Meeting rooms
Accessibility
- No elevator
More
- Communal living room
- Designated smoking areas
- Fireplace in lobby
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer (on request)
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Meal delivery service
- Microwave
- Mini-fridge
- Restaurant dining guides
More
- Electrical adapters
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Mobile key entry
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox
Pets
- This property welcomes pets for free
- Food and water bowls, an off-leash area, and pet-sitting services are available
- Service animals exempt from fees
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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 7.50 per person
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Check-in: noon
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 16
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.
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
- Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- There are no elevators.
Frequently asked questions
What can I see within easy reach of Ferryboat Inn?
This hotel is located in Reading and just steps from Thames River and Thames Path. You'll also find Basildon Park and North Wessex Downs within a short drive.
Is there parking available at Ferryboat Inn?
Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.
Does Ferryboat Inn have a casino on the premises?
No, Ferryboat Inn doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Ferryboat Inn?
No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Ferryboat Inn?
Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a meal delivery service and a turndown service as well as a bar.
Does Ferryboat Inn have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.
Does Ferryboat Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?
Yes, Ferryboat Inn serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Grill and Pub classics.
Will Ferryboat Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?
Yes, pets stay free at Ferryboat Inn and the property also provides an off-leash area and pet-sitting services for pets.
Are there connecting rooms at Ferryboat Inn?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.
How close is the airport from Ferryboat Inn?
The closest major airport to Ferryboat Inn is Farnborough (FAB), which is 28.5 mi away (65 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oxford (OXF), which is located 29.6 mi away (61-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ferryboat Inn?
No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Ferryboat Inn.
Ferryboat Inn Reviews
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