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Hotels near Highclere Castle
More Hotels near Highclere Castle
The Hare & Hounds
Newbury, Berkshire 5.82 miles
An ideal base from which to visit Highclere (aka Downton Abbey) or to spend a day at the races, this dog-friendly, equestrian-themed gastropub has bedrooms in former outbuildings, including the old stables, a wide-ranging menu of pub classics, grills, and imaginative small and large plates.
The Retreat at Elcot Park
Newbury, Berkshire 7.14 miles
With the emphasis on laid-back luxury, this Regency mansion in parkland, once home to Percy Shelley's mother, is today a country-house hotel that is part of the Signet Collection, offering surprisingly affordable bedrooms, a swish spa, a brasserie and pan-Asian restaurant.
Crown & Anchor Inn
Hungerford, Wiltshire 7.62 miles
Rescued from closure by two local couples, this gastropub at the heart of a picturesque village has stylish bedrooms and cooking of a very high order.
The Wellington Arms
Baughurst, Hampshire 8.57 miles
A former hunting lodge on the Duke of Wellington's estate, the 'Welly' is a delightful, dog-friendly gastropub with generously supplied bedrooms that are a mix of rustic chic styling and modern comforts. Impressive food using local ingredients is served in the bar, restaurant and garden.
The Crab & Boar
Berkshire 9.53 miles
Amid a wide sweep of Berkshire countryside, this thatched inn is part of the Butcombe Pubs chain, serving imaginative dishes alongside pub classics and with an interesting mix of bedrooms.
The Queens Arms
Hungerford, Berkshire 12.05 miles
In the heart of horse-racing country, beneath the ancient Ridgeway, this village gastropub has a choice of very affordable rooms and menus ranging from pub classics to seriously sophisticated fare.
The Grosvenor
Stockbridge, Hampshire 15.74 miles
Behind an imposing portico, this late-Georgian coaching inn has received a bold modern makeover, with jazzy, individually styled bedrooms, while modern dishes, classics, and wood-fired pizzas are served in the Market Room restaurant, 1822 Bar and on the terrace.
The Swan at Streatley
Reading, Berkshire 16.55 miles
With 100 metres of waterfront, river-view bedrooms, casual all-day dining, and plenty to do, this is a fun, casual hotel with a good choice of bedrooms at affordable prices.
The Chestnut Horse
Winchester, Hampshire 17.06 miles
In a delightful village, this 16th-century village pub, now part of the Avington Park estate with its trout fishery and leisure facilities, impresses with four beautifully presented bedrooms and some very creative dishes alongside pub grub done very well.
