Luxury Healing Hotels Donnington Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa
Old Oxford Rd, Donnington, Newbury, RG14 3AG, United Kingdom
HOTEL OVERVIEW
You know that stretch of Old Oxford Road between Donnington and Newbury where everything suddenly goes quiet and green? That’s where you’ll find Donnington Valley Hotel tucked away – and honestly, it’s one of those places that surprises you in the best way. I mean, from the outside it looks like your standard 4-star business hotel, but there’s something about the setting that just works. The building sits in this lovely valley (hence the name, obviously) with the golf course rolling out in front of it, and on misty mornings it actually feels quite magical.
The spa here is genuinely impressive – not just a couple of treatment rooms and a small pool like some places. They’ve got this whole thermal suite thing going on, and the pool area has these massive windows overlooking the golf course. I spent way too much time just floating around watching golfers trudge past in the rain, which was oddly relaxing. The rooms are what you’d expect from a solid 4-star – clean, comfortable, decent-sized bathrooms – though the ones facing the car park are a bit meh. Ask for a valley view if you can; it’s worth the extra cost. Parking’s free and plentiful, which is brilliant since you’re basically in the middle of nowhere without a car.
What really sets this place apart is how it manages to feel both relaxed and put-together at the same time. The staff actually seem to know what they’re doing (rare these days), and the restaurant’s better than it needs to be – they do this Sunday roast that locals drive out for, which tells you something. It’s popular with golfers, obviously, but also wedding parties and weekend breakers from London who want somewhere that feels properly countryside without being twee. The 7.8 rating seems about right – it’s not going to blow your mind, but it does everything well without any major complaints. Plus, you’re only about ten minutes from Newbury if you need actual civilization, and the train to London’s dead easy from there. Just don’t expect much nightlife within walking distance – bring a book.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 8.4
Comfort: 8.4
Location: 8.5
Free WiFi: 7.0
Facilities: 8.3
Cleanliness: 8.4
Value for money: 7.3
Victor from Australia
The attention to detail, friendly and courteous staff, excellent breakfast
Amanda from United Kingdom
Great
Ludovic from United Kingdom
The room and cleanliness. Staff are welcoming.
Janis from United Kingdom
Good food , friendly staff, good location for the wedding we was attending.
Stephen from United Kingdom
Breakfast good, location great.
Frank from United Kingdom
Very friendly staff. Very clean facilities
Juliet from United Kingdom
Well located, old style building but well maintained, friendly staff and great facilities
Richard from United Kingdom
This is a lovely hotel in a rural location. All the staff were really friendly, the food was good and the room was comfortable. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.
Alison from United Kingdom
Regular user.
Rosemary from United Kingdom
The breakfast was poor. We were not shown to a table and it would have been nice to have been served tea or coffee. As it was, were left to find our own way around the breakfast bar. The scrambled egg and bacon looked palatable but both were cold by the time we returned to the table not helped by a cold plate. The bacon was congealed and quite...
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Welford Park: 10 km
- Trinity Field: 1.5 km
- Highclere Castle: 13 km
- Donnington Castle: 1.4 km
- North Wessex Downs: 650 m
- Wonderland Soft Play: 4.2 km
- Wag & Walk Dog Walking: 3.7 km
- Snelsmore Common Country Park: 2.3 km
- Kingsclere Church of England Primary School Playfield: 16 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Wine Press: 50 m
- Restaurant The Post Barn: 1.1 km
- Restaurant Winepress at the Donnington Valley Hotel: 30 m
Ski lifts:
- Bracknell Ski Centre Chair Lift: 44 km
- Bracknell Ski Centre Lift J-bar: 44 km
Public transport:
- Train Newbury: 4.2 km
- Train Newbury Racecourse: 4.4 km
Closest airports:
- RAF Benson: 38 km
- RAF Odiham: 43 km
- Lasham Airfield: 42 km
ROOMS
- Classic Double Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults
- Executive Double Room with 1 large double bed for 2 adults
- Suite with 2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults
- Classic Twin Room with 2 single beds for 2 adults
- Executive Twin Room with 2 single beds for 2 adults
FACILITIES
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
General:
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Pants press
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Massage chair
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Light therapy
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Make up services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi Additional charge
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre Additional charge
- Sauna Additional charge
Activities:
- Aerobics Additional charge
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Happy hour Additional charge
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
Living Area:
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Fruits Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Room Amenities:
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken:
- English
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Reception services:
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Business centre Additional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- Pets allowed
- Bath
- Free WiFi
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- BBQ facilities
Indoor swimming pool Additional charge:
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Swimming pool toys
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).:
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups:
- When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 15:00 to 22:30
Check-out:
- From 07:00 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.
HOTEL ADDRESS
Old Oxford Rd, Donnington, Newbury, RG14 3AG, United Kingdom
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