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Reviews of Old Lamb Hotel

Church Street, Theale, Reading, RG7 5BZ, United Kingdom

#13 of 19 B&Bs and inns in Reading

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Review Score

Based on 308 hotel reviews

7.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    7.6

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    6.9

  • Staff

    8.0

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free Wifi

    6.2

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  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    8.0
    Was ideal for the cost and for a one night stop. TV worked and beds were comfy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It's not a "didn't like", more a "you could improve". The pressure of the shower, it worked and was perfect temperature and still did it's job. Other's might say it's environmentally friendly the amount of water came out. Found previous person's rubbish in the bedside drawer.

    Small room, but had everything you needed for a stay over. Everything in the room that I would expect. Comfy bed

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great breakfast.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2025

    6.0
    Very good value for money - breakfast delicious
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room upstairs so had to carry cases us

    Position away from M4 very handy for stopover

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2025

    8.0
    Good value in a quiet location with a good breakfast, efficient staff so I would stay there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Shower could probably do with an overhaul but that's about it.

    Tidy little twin room with a desk which is always a bonus. Great breakfast. roomy car park and a quiet location. Good value for money too.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 24, 2025

    8.0
    Absolute bargain, fastidiously clean, amazing breakfast!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Sure, the decor is somewhat dated, but so what. I loved it and it really added to the experience of everything that this property is. There wasn't anything else I would add.

    Firstly, the cleanliness of this hotel could put plenty of major brand hotels to shame. My room, sheets and towels were absolutely immaculate with not a speck of dust or a mark anywhere. It was lovely. Breakfast was also amazing, a really delicious full English with toast, coffee, juice and cereal. The staff were super friendly and breakfast was a real treat. I absolutely loved my stay here and wanted to add another two nights, but they were full! No surprise, this is a complete bargain and a great experience! :) Loved It.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not very sound proof

    Enjoyed the cooked breakfast. Good location so we could walk to Englefield House for Heritage Live. Friendly, helpful staff

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 13, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Convenient and pretty.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 12, 2025

    8.0
    The stay was an overnight stop and it served its purpose but the breakfast was excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good value for the money all we wanted was a bed for the night, breakfast was excellent

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 28, 2025

    7.0
    Very good for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Room small

    Brekfast

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 21, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Motel like setup basic but clean

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 19, 2025

    8.0
    Well worth it
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Good friendly hotel. Will visit again

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 4, 2025

    7.0
    Above average and basic good accommodation
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing special regarding breakfast

    Easy to get to, quiet with plenty of parking. Basic and comfortable

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 4, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Dirty shower tray. Told it was a drains issue. Room 16

    Clean comfortable bed

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 23, 2025

    6.0
    Overnight stay
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed too small. 4 inches too short.

    Location. Owners very nice and breakfast in old pub.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room was a bit small and dated.

    Value and location.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Ground floor access.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Perfect for requirements. Dated decor.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good clean accommodation but dated decor

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2025

    7.0
    Basic but clean and comfortable, good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower head fixing broken, fastened up with cable tie. Fell down whilst showering. Limited breakfast choice for vegetarians.

    Very clean, budget B&B. Friendly staff. Excellent value for money. Would stay again

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    The location of the Old Lamb is an area we know very well & close to where we were spending the 12th March. We had an early start so decided to stay in a hotel on the night of the 11th just in case?. The Old Lamb looks like it could be off a 'chocolate Box'. It is a pretty thatched building that if it could talk would keep you engrossed with tales from the previous centuries. I remember my grandparents, who lived nearby taking us in there when I was a kid. I was looking forward to, as I pictured in my head, sitting by the Old huge log fire & reminiscing. We arrived to find that the 'pub' is no longer a pub but a private home & the accommodation is at the back in a separate building. Breakfast is included & you eat that in the old bar area of the once pub. Free parking with plenty of space, our room was the last one available which was a twin room which isn't an issue & happy to have. The room is on the small size with small flat screen TV & kettle on a desk. The.bathroom with shower, sink & lots of clean towels. It was nice & clean. To hang clothes up there is some coat hooks with hangers on the.wall. it was pretty basic but it covered our needs & the peaceful location just right for a good night's sleep. The breakfast was very nice, I had toast scrambled egg & my husband a full fry up which he enjoyed, cereal & fruit juice etc are on a table for you to help yourself, tea & coffee is brought to you freshly made. Overall we had nothing to grumble about & why would we for a charge of only £65.00?.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 7, 2025

    7.0
    Great Location but Room Tired. Excellent Value Though
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room is dated and the general cleanliness could be better. The bathroom could benefit with some love.

    Accommodation block is behind the main building so is relatively quiet. The car park has ample space and the rooms overlook it so good if you like to keep an eye on your vehicle. I booked a single room which had ample heating. I didnt use the free toiletries, free WiFi or included breakfast

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2025

    6.0
    Could be better could be worse.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's a bit dated and probably a bit overpriced for what you get.

    Basic but comfortable in a great location, within walking distance of 3 Pubs

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 19, 2025

    7.0
    adequate, but limited wifi coverage lets it down
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    need wifi for work. it was not working. when asked, was told there are blind spots in some of the rooms, (basically most or all of the double rooms) and only single rooms have wifi assured, so unfortunately that means wont risk booking here again

    ample parking, good breakfast, room was warm (once I had the radiators turned on - it was freezing on arrival, but rads work fine and easy to control the temperature to warm up as required to personal taste)

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 10, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was warm cosy and comfy and breakfast was great!

    Stayed in February 2025

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