The Carnarvon Arms

Winchester Road, Newbury, RG20 9LE, United Kingdom
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The Carnarvon Arms

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Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
750 reviews
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Parking on site
  • Facilities for disabled guests

The Carnarvon Arms is a country inn, located next door to Highclere Castle, on the route of The Wayfarers Walk. This Grade II listed building offers guests free onsite parking and free WiFi throughout. The 18 bedrooms each have tea/coffee-making facilities, a flat-screen TV with Freeview, and a hairdryer. The property boasts a dining room with a high-vaulted ceiling, and a thriving friendly bar with a modern British menu. A traditional full English is available each morning, made using locally sourced produce. The property can cater for, and accommodate, parties and weddings. The inn is 5 miles from Newbury town centre and Newbury Race Course is 5.5 miles away. The Carnarvon Arms was built as a coaching inn in the 1800s. It provided a stop-off for travellers to Highclere Castle, now the setting for TV drama Downton Abbey.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Young & Co.’s Brewery
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
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Guest review summary
Guests loved the <b>location</b> near Highclere Castle and praised the <b>friendly staff</b>. <b>Breakfast</b> was well-received, though some found it inconsistent. <b>Room cleanliness</b> was generally appreciated, but comfort varied with some finding rooms snug. The accommodation is ideal for sightseeing.
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Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.3

Property surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Restaurant #2
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Carnarvon Arms
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 07:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, guests requiring extra beds must contact the property ahead of time to determine if they will be available.

Please note that this property no longer accepts cash payments.

FAQs about The Carnarvon Arms

  • Check-in at The Carnarvon Arms is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Guests staying at The Carnarvon Arms can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Room options at The Carnarvon Arms include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • The Carnarvon Arms offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding

  • The Carnarvon Arms is 4.3 miles from the centre of Newbury. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Carnarvon Arms has 2 restaurants:

    • Restaurant #2
    • Restaurant #1

  • The prices at The Carnarvon Arms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.