A terrace, shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Elephant Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground.
Located in Reading, Elephant Hotel is in a rural area and near a train station. Hexagon and Reading Museum and Town Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Basildon Park and Reading Abbey Ruins. Travelling with kids? Consider Beale Park, or check out an event or a game at Madejski Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Reading travel guide
Church Road, Pangbourne, Reading, England, RG8 7AR
What's nearby
North Wessex Downs
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Thames Path
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Oracle
21 min drive - 22.0 km
Beale Park
3 min drive - 2.1 km
Whitchurch Maze
6 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Reading Pangbourne Station
5 min walk
Heathrow Airport (LHR)
46 min drive
Restaurants
The George Hotel
2 min walk
IKEA Restaurant
8 min drive
Cobbs at Englefield
5 min drive
The Water Tower
7 min drive
Ada Meyhane
2 min walk
About this property
Elephant Hotel
Family-friendly hotel near River Thames
At Elephant Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground.
You'll also find perks such as:
Free self-parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and an electric car charging station
Express check-out, express check-in and supervised childcare (surcharge)
Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition
Room features
All guest rooms at Elephant Hotel boast perks, such as premium bedding, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Hairdryers and toilet paper
TVs with premium channels
Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Programme. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 12 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Horseback riding/rentals
Playground
Shopping
Family friendly
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Newspapers in lobby
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
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 accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
1 building
2 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with premium channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
More
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 30 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 35.0 per night
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and from GBP 12.00 for children
Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 35.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Frequently asked questions
Is Elephant Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, Elephant Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 kg per pet. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Elephant Hotel?
As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephant Hotel on 6 Sept 2026 start from ₹10,023, excluding 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.
How much is parking at Elephant Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Elephant Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Elephant Hotel?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Elephant Hotel located?
This family-friendly Reading hotel is located in a rural location, within a 5-minute walk of Thames Path and River Thames. Whitchurch Maze and Beale Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Reading Pangbourne Station is only a 5-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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