• Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Parking on site
  • Facilities for disabled guests

The Carnarvon Arms is a country inn, located next door to Highclere Castle, on the route of The Wayfarers Walk. This Grade II listed building offers guests free onsite parking and free WiFi throughout. The 18 bedrooms each have tea/coffee-making facilities, a flat-screen TV with Freeview, and a hairdryer. The property boasts a dining room with a high-vaulted ceiling, and a thriving friendly bar with a modern British menu. A traditional full English is available each morning, made using locally sourced produce. The property can cater for, and accommodate, parties and weddings. The inn is 5 miles from Newbury town centre and Newbury Race Course is 5.5 miles away. The Carnarvon Arms was built as a coaching inn in the 1800s. It provided a stop-off for travellers to Highclere Castle, now the setting for TV drama Downton Abbey.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Young & Co.’s Brewery
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
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Property practices

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

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
7.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Dexter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really comfy beds and pillows. Excellent full English breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff
  • R
    Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic location to Highclere castle. Room was clean and comfortable. Had evening meal in the pub which was also great, lovely little place. Breakfast was also lovely. Would definitely recommend.
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very close to Highclere Castle. It states on the website that it’s within walking distance but tbh it would be a bit of a trek, ok if weather nice but definitely not 400mtr away or even a 15 min walk.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Restaurant #2
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Carnarvon Arms
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 07:30 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, guests requiring extra beds must contact the property ahead of time to determine if they will be available.

Please note that this property no longer accepts cash payments.

FAQs about The Carnarvon Arms

  • Room options at The Carnarvon Arms include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • The Carnarvon Arms offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding

  • Check-in at The Carnarvon Arms is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The Carnarvon Arms is 4.3 miles from the centre of Newbury. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Carnarvon Arms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Carnarvon Arms has 2 restaurants:

    • Restaurant #2
    • Restaurant #1