Offering a garden, Amherst Guesthouse provides accommodations in Reading. This guest house offers free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi. LaplandUK is 14 miles from the guest house, and Newbury Racecourse is 16 miles away. At the guest house, the units have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. There's also a microwave, fridge, and a kettle. Legoland Windsor is 19 miles from the guest house, while Dorney Lake is 20 miles away. The nearest airport is London Heathrow Airport, 28 miles from Amherst Guesthouse.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
10
High score for Reading
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See what guests loved the most:

  • C
    Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Convenient location, excellent facilities, very clean, warm welcome from Nikolai.
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, good location for what we wanted to do, private parking, everything you would need in the room- plates, cups, kettle, coffee etc. Generally really nice stay, very relaxed place. Great hosts😊
  • Beryl
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Non resident Manager was very concerned that we should register online and gain access on Boxing Day. Was helpful when I spoke to him. (You need mobile phone and internet to use this guesthouse.) Very clean. Comfortable bed.

Area info

Amenities of Amherst Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Amherst Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

FAQs about Amherst Guesthouse

  • The prices at Amherst Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Amherst Guesthouse include:

    • Double

  • Check-in at Amherst Guesthouse is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Amherst Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Amherst Guesthouse is 0.8 miles from the center of Reading. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.