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Set in the heart of the Berkshire countryside, The Crab & Boar features a country pub offering British cuisine, accommodation, and free WiFi. Each of the bedrooms features antique furnishing, flat-screen TVs, Egyptian cotton linen, and tea and coffee making facilities. The award-winning restaurant serves locally-sourced seafood and seasonal game in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. With access to the M4 motorway within 10 minutes, The Crab & Boar is located 26 miles from Oxford, 7 miles from Newbury Racecourse, and 12 miles from Highclere Castle.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Butcombe Brewing Co.
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

Free parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Phoebe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A very friendly welcome. Our room was huge with a very comfortable bed and a big,deep bath which was lovely. Both of our breakfasts were delicious! Very accommodating with dietary requirements. The gluten free bread was really yummy! We had an...
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    Elisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was delicious. The Crab and Boar is informal and friendly but also very well run.
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful hotel in the country, friendly and welcoming staff with great food and drink. Rooms were very nice
  • Barry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautifully furnished boutique inn. Spacious bedrooms and bathrooms and both very well furnished and kitted out. Staff were friendly and helpful and the full English breakfast that was included was delicious and plentiful.
  • Elwyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were friendly and the room was comfortable
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning breakfast and bed was so comfy. Staff were excellent
  • Douglas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Dinner and breakfast were great, the staff were wonderful. The bar was nice with a great atmosphere. The inn has a good location and the grounds are well laid out.
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely hotel set in a beautiful location, nice big room and staff very pleasant.
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Rebecca was fantastic, helping me get a key for my room as I wasn't able to arrive from the airport until 3am, so she went above and beyond to make sure I got my key.
  • Teddy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful old hotel with nice staff. Room was a good size and had everything we needed. The underfloor heating was a lovely surprise too.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

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

Facilities of Crab & Boar
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Crab & Boar takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 08:00 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

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

For group restaurant bookings of 10 or more, different cancellation policies apply.

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Children's meals will be charged, as taken.

Children's cots/cribs are not available, however guests may bring their own.

FAQs about Crab & Boar

  • Crab & Boar is 4.3 miles from the centre of Newbury. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Room options at Crab & Boar include:

    • Double
    • Suite
  • Crab & Boar offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Walking tours
  • Guests staying at Crab & Boar can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
  • Crab & Boar has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant
  • Check-in at Crab & Boar is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.