The Bird In Hand, Knowl Hill Bath Road, Knowl Hill, Reading RG10 9UP

"Immaculate property. The bedrooms clearly renovated and decorated fairly recently and in mint condition. The pub and restaurant likewise and pub ambience especially great. Staff friendly and always willing to help. Meal quality (we had two breakfasts and one dinner) really top class. This chef seriously knows his stuff. Only small criticism we felt was the food menu was somewhat limiting. Wine list very good. Prices reasonable. Great position for visiting Maidenhead, Reading, Henley and Marlow - all within 20 minutes or less. Would happily recommend."

"I stayed here for one night as my daughter was at a work event near Reading. First impressions were good; the building looked just as good as it does in the pictures. Checking in was pain free with the staff being very welcoming and friendly. The room I had was ground floor, across the courtyard to the pub. As I opened the door it was very welcoming with the room lit with lamps and classical music playing from the radio, a real nice touch. The room was a nice size, not huge but big enough to not feel cramped. The decor was very tasteful, and the furniture was of very good quality. The bathroom and shower were lovely and both rooms were spotlessly clean. There were extra little touches that really made you feel they had gone that extra mile to make you feel welcome. The welcome letter let you know all you needed and was addressed to me personally. The tea tray had a selection of posh teas, hot chocolate and a cafetiere with fresh coffee. There was a mini fridge with a selection of drinks if you wished to purchase, with a couple labelled as on the house, this was where the milk was kept. The tv was good, there was a decent hairdryer and, although I didn't need it, there was an iron and board in the cupboard. After a good night's sleep in a comfy bed, and after staying until last minute for check out at 11, we both enjoyed a good quality breakfast in the pub, which was also spotlessly clean and tastefully decorated. All in all, I can honestly say I found no fault with this hotel whatsoever and very much enjoyed my stay. I would definitely recommend this to anyone and would come back."

"We booked several rooms for a family wedding (My daughter has already eloquently commented here) & had 26 people who stayed either 1 night or 2. The team were flexible, friendly, prompt & everyone commented that they enjoyed their stay. Our room was tidy & the breakfasts were very good! Well done everyone & thanks. Fantastic value too!"

"We recently celebrated our Golden Wedding Anniversary here with 35 friends and family. We had a fabulous evening where Will, Hannah and the team helped us arrange everything, nothing was too much trouble. The food was amazing and plentiful, we decorated the room as we wanted, our guests had an evening to remember and quite simply we could not have found a better venue. Thank you"

"I could be here all day listing all the amazing qualities of the bird in hand! We had our wedding down the road & booked in here for us & our wedding guests. Every single one of our guests commented on how well appointed the rooms were, with really classy decoration & incredibly comfy beds! Our suite (George the 3rd) was like a slice of heaven. We didn't want to leave! The room was so elegant & comfy. The shower was the biggest I've ever seen & the roll top bath was to die for. The food in the restaurant was very good value & absolutely delicious. The best we've had in a pub setting! Lastly I have to comment on how incredible the whole team here are. Nothing was too much trouble & you made our wedding experience just that bit more special. Nothing was too much trouble & they were all so lovely! Thanks to the second in command who was just the nicest lady in the world, & Will the main man who dealt with my whole booking for months! We cannot wait to stay again."