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The Retreat, Elcot Park

4.0 star property
Hotel in Newbury with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers
Sutton Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Bushby Bacon Suite | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
Front of property - evening/night
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Bushby Bacon Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Bushby Bacon Suite

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Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Heritage Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Heritage Double or Twin Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sutton Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Sutton Suite

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Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Culture Deluxe Double Room

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Individually furnished
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Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Wessex Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Wessex Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Percy Shelley Suite | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Percy Shelley Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Culture room with Balcony

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Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

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The Retreat Elcot Park, West Berkshire, Newbury, England, RG20 8NJ

What's nearby

  • Watermill Theatre - 9 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Welford Park - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Donnington Castle - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Newbury Racecourse - 14 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Highclere Castle - 18 min drive - 13.3 miles

Getting around

  • Hungerford Kintbury Station - 4 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John O'Gaunt Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Borough Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Castle Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Woodspeen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Halfway Inn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Retreat, Elcot Park

Upscale hotel in a rural location
At The Retreat, Elcot Park, you can look forward to a garden, a hair salon, and an arcade/game room. Treat yourself to a massage at Signet Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Pan-Asian cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
  • Wedding services, massage treatment rooms, and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 55 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • 1,772
  • Yu

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 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 and debit 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

The Retreat Elcot Park
The Retreat, Elcot Park Hotel
The Retreat, Elcot Park Newbury
The Retreat, Elcot Park Hotel Newbury

Frequently asked questions

Does The Retreat, Elcot Park have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is The Retreat, Elcot Park pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Retreat, Elcot Park?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Retreat, Elcot Park?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Retreat, Elcot Park?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Retreat, Elcot Park located?

Situated in a rural location, this spa hotel is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Kennet & Avon Canal and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Welford Park. Deanwood Park Golf Course and Watermill Theatre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Retreat, Elcot Park Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 148 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

We had a fantastic stay at the Retreat and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Absolutely perfect stay here. The decor, the staff, the food, the atmosphere was all wonderful, honestly couldn’t fault it here. Staff were helpful and kind, the cleanliness was perfection and the spa was heavenly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Gorgeous hotel with very helpful and friendly staff! Great facilities and lovely walks available. Will be back in summer for sure :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

The staff are fantastic and so friendly, making the stay really comfortable. However, the outdoor pool was quite dirty, including the loungers and the pool surfaces with bird poo and staining on the tiles. Also our room did not have air conditioning and it was extremely hot and uncomfortable to sleep the first night. After this we had fans on which the hotel supplied. We had a lovely stay despite the small issues.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful relaxing Country House with rambling gardens. Superb food and hospitality. Beautiful bedroom but too hot! Tried opening windows but noise from ventilation units outside too i intrusive! Needed more hanging space Loved the Pantry!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10

The pros: The spa is a bit small but nice, the decor is fun, great cocktails, good food, our room was quiet, the tennis court was fun The cons: The beds were hard, the vegan breakfast options limited, difficult to get a booking at the restaurants or spa without booking well in advance and the whole place feels a bit big and not boutiquey
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Fabulous spa hotel in beautiful grounds. Definitely recommend 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Had a lovely staycation at the retreat. Great outdoor pool and spa area. Staff are wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Simply put, the best place I have ever stayed in the UK.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Loved my stay. Thank you to all the staff for their wonderful hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10

A wonderful stay with great staff and setting. Only disappointing aspect was the food, especially the breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

It was a great short stay - peaceful and relaxing - great scenery and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10

Lovely luxury country hotel in a beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Lovely surroundings - very peaceful & relaxing Staff went above & beyond to make sure our stay was superb
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10

The property was beautiful, and the food was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10

Brilliant food & accommodation. Super helpful, friendly staff. Great spa facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

So many nice little touches and friendly staff ee will be back !!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

The team was great and the service was wonderful. We struggled with the location of our room and the team took that feedback to heart and took care of us. It was much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Much needed relaxing break in the countryside. Long walks and hot pools and spa access was incredible. I loved the atmosphere and the welcoming feeling. Service / staff were so lovely and helpful. I cannot wait to return and I would recommend this hotel to everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Lovely place, beautiful space and interiors and gorgeous spa and outdoor pool and gardens. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Really great spot for a 1-2 night away. Brilliant spa and pool, lovely countryside setting with great walks and relaxing feel. The whole vibe of the hotel is relaxed and cool. Sone really nice touches too (ie free soft drinks abs sweets in the room/pantry, board games in the bar, free pins on arrival, etc) Food very good too, nice restaurants and bars. And the staff were all great. Really good value. You would pay double for this type of staff in Cotswolds or alike. Great place, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Really great spot for a 1-2 night away. Brilliant spa and pool, lovely countryside setting with great walks and relaxing feel. The whole vibe of the hotel is relaxed and cool. Sone really nice touches too (ie free soft drinks abs sweets in the room/pantry, board games in the bar, free pins on arrival, etc) Food very good too, nice restaurants and bars. And the staff were all great. Really good value for Money too. You would pay double for this type of staff in Cotswolds or alike. Great place, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024