Bel and The Dragon, Swan Street, Kingsclere, RG20 5PP, United Kingdom
#3 of 3 hotels in Kingsclere
Guests' ChoiceBased on 352 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.1
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 30 May 2024
Richard
United KingdomCan’t think of anything that could be improved.
Very comfortable bed. Great bathroom with good shower and roll top bath. Complimentary spirits and excellent high quality coffee and tea bags in room. Delicious dinner and breakfast with excellent selection. Very warm and friendly team. Ca
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Susan
GermanyAbsolutely NO soundproofing between rooms. Possible to hear guests in next room very clearly even when they were talking. This made our stay unacceptable.
As above. A charming, stylish place.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Emma
United KingdomGetting a cab
Lovely breakfast
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Jeremy
United KingdomNothing
Fantastic
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Debra
United KingdomVery welcoming to us and our dog.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Eric
United KingdomStaff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Clifton
United KingdomNothing
Location was good, staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Gillian
United KingdomVery good choice and delicious food for vegans - vey unusual! Lots of thoughtful touches in the room - all high quality . Loved the Sloe gin nightcap!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Ian
United KingdomThe car park is also used by customers of the pub so can get full during the day and evenings. There is not much room for manoeuvre! The lighting at the dressing table was inadequate. There was no wardbrobe, although plenty of coat hangers were provided on wall pegs.
Breakfast was cooked to order, beautifully cooked and presented and very substantial. The hotel has an interesting "old world" ambiance. There is a private entrance for guests which avoids having to go through the pub.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 31 December 2023
Andrew
United KingdomPerfect
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 27 December 2023
Jan
United KingdomThe room on the ground floor was lovely, but next door to the toilets and the door opening and closing seemed to be a busy walk way Will book upstairs next time But the room was spacious and very nice indeed
The food was delicious and the bed was very comfy, I cannot praise all the staff enough. We will definitely be back 🥰
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 10 December 2023
Gerard
IrelandNothing
Everything
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 5 December 2023
Mark
United KingdomLimited parking spaces on arrival - it was a busy night; but plenty of off street parking so not a significant an issue.
Very friendly staff - well appointed and stylish room. Happy with dog.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 December 2023
Ruth
United KingdomLovely warm cosy room.food in the restaurant was excellent. Staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 November 2023
Paul
United KingdomThe bath with an attachment shower was in our room which was not practical and if utilised would have sprayed the water everywhere,so could not use it.
The food was excellent especially the breakfasts which were some of the best we have encountered.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Heather
United KingdomOn this occasion, we had a very small room. Yes, cosy, comfy, nothing missing, but small. Personally I didn't think the cost should have been the same as other rooms. It was £159 for B&B. I know costs gave gone up, but the room is small. Bedside lights style are well out of place and taste. Too modern and ugly. Just saying.
We have stayed at the Bel & Dragon, Kingsclere a few times. It has so much character that greets you the moment you walk in. Rooms are comfortable, tasteful, and well equipped. Breakfast is delicious and local produce used. Staff are warm, cheerful, and friendly
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Peter
United KingdomRoom a bit musty.
Character building set in an attractive village. Very welcoming and helpful staff, good food/service. Dog friendly pub.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 15 October 2023
David
United KingdomA place of character and old world charm,very well run establishment.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 1 October 2023
Mike
United KingdomNothing whatsoever
It’s the detail that counts. Little touches like the heated towel rail, the bottle of slow gin, the delightful child’s room are what make a difference. Add to that excellent service and sublime food and you have a top package.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Rose-marie
United KingdomThe walls between the rooms are very thin, could hear other guests
Very comfortable and clean
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Lesley
United KingdomWonderful boutique hotel - lovely touches like my request for mint tea was met by a saucer of fresh mint - nothing was too much trouble. Wonderful staff and a truly relaxing stay thanks very much
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 21 September 2023
Eric
United KingdomStaff were fabulous. Good beer and good food. VERY clean
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Zarah
United KingdomRoom was beautifully decorated, bed was huge and very comfy. Restaurant was outstanding. Village was really peaceful and relaxing
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 7 September 2023
Gill
United KingdomNothing not to like
Choice of breakfast was excellent, with cooked breakfast arriving hot and freshly cooked to order.
Stayed in September 2023
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