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The Chequers Hotel

4.0 star property
Newbury hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Bar (on property)
Reception
Bar (on property)
Junior Suite
Nestled near a train station, The Chequers Hotel offers a warm welcome with breakfast and dinner options at The Smoke House. Unwind in the garden or connect to WiFi while enjoying helpful staff and convenient luggage storage. Previous guests have praised the attentive staff and ideal location.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business centre
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Normal Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Four Poster Suite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Small Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
6-8 Oxford Street, Newbury, England, RG14 1JB

What's nearby

  • Donnington Grove Country Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Donnington Castle - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Watermill Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Newbury Racecourse - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Highclere Castle - 14 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 37 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 45 min drive
  • Hungerford Kintbury Station - 9 min drive
  • Newbury Station - 14 min walk
  • Newbury Racecourse Station - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cross Keys Newbury - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lock Stock & Barrell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Chequers Hotel

When you stay at The Chequers Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Highclere Castle. For a bite to eat, guests can visit The Smoke House, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden are other highlights. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English, Greek, Hungarian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 56 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

The Smoke House – This family restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Chequers Hotel
Chequers Hotel Newbury
Chequers Newbury
The Chequers Hotel Hotel
The Chequers Hotel Newbury
The Chequers Hotel Hotel Newbury

Frequently asked questions

Does The Chequers Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Chequers Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Chequers Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Chequers Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Chequers Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Chequers Hotel and nearby?

The Chequers Hotel has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Chequers Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, The Smoke House.

What's the area around The Chequers Hotel like?

The Chequers Hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Kennet & Avon Canal and 18 minutes' walk from Donnington Castle. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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The Chequers Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Regular visitors - a nice room with comfy bed
malcolm, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stayed at Chequers numerous times - good value nice large beds
malcolm, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We have staff here numerous times and the staff are so friendly and welcoming and the food and accommodation is brilliant
Derek, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

Second time staying in this hotel, staff friendly , definitely we will go back
Nicki, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastically priced hotel convenient location to where I was visiting..
Chris, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Although building and ambience a little dated the staff are friendly and everywhere is clean.
Rob, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, bedrooms need updating. Could be amazing with a bit of investmen.
julian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent friendly staff
john, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great big and comfortable.

Arrived late at night, 22.15. Receptionist was most pleasant and greeted us with a welcoming smile and a very efficient and easy check in. Great big room, warm, comfortable and a great bathroom.
Glynn, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Room decor and furniture dated.
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Little nice hotel
Hudai Sami, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location as it is at the top of the main shopping street. Staff were friendly, breakfast was great, plenty of free parking on site and easy to get to and from the main A34 dual carriageway. Tea and coffee facilities in the room are great, a small thing but it made a big difference.
Craig, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent position in the town and very friendly and helpful staff.
Euan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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Dean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

Checked in online so it was all very easy when i arrived. Nice clean hotel,friendly staff,comfy room and a good breakfast.
Phillip, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel for an over night stay. All the staff friendly and efficient.
Geoffrey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely stay

Lovely stay in Newbury. Room was clean and beds comfortable. Breakfast could be improved
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Everything we needed. Hotel a bit tired but clean and friendly.
Joni, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really loved this place. Perfect easy location, staff were brilliant. Food fantastic.
Craig, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

All good comfy bed, lovely staff, great breakfast. bathroom very clean but a bit tired and grout/shower screen mouldy in places
Karen, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Sadly this property is overdue an upgrade, however dated is one thing, dirty is another.
Stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We stayed for 3 nights B&B. Very good price for area good variety of breakfast. Staff very helpful. Property is a old coaching inn so very large and quirky. Rooms are dated but comfortable.
Jacqueline, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel with dining options.
Darren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ideal place to stay for town and racing
Christine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, and value for money
Tim, 1-night trip