- Garden
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Private bathroom
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Baggage storage
- Heating
- Parking on site
About this property
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 features 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 center 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 travelers to Highclere Castle, now the setting for TV drama Downton Abbey.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Thomas
United States“Great! Exactly what we wanted. Classic pub & inn. Not too posh & very classy. Highly recommend!” - Dave
United Kingdom“A charming retreat with so much character and an attentive and friendly staff.” - Brown United Kingdom“Lovely stay at the hotel. Room had everything you need and was very comfortable. Bathroom very clean with lovely toiletries. Staff was very welcoming and helpful. Restaurant served good food and the breakfast had lots of great choices as well.”
- Jan United Kingdom“Evening meal and breakfast was delicious. Staff were lovely and friendly Our room was spotless”
- Candy
Germany“The food was great ( we had three meals there). Breakfast was exceptional. We arrived early in the day and were able to store our luggage so that we could hike. Bed was super comfortable and the property was charming” - Gabrielle United States“Location. Very clean. Great staff. Wonderful pub. Good food”
- Robert United Kingdom“Friendly helpful staff, cleanliness, good food, and nice atmosphere.”
- Linda
Canada“Good food in the restaurant and pub. Well located to visit Highclere Castle.” - Julie United Kingdom“Very close to Highclere Castle. Great value. Charming room.”
Kat
U.S. Virgin Islands“The location was perfect for the visit to Highclere Castle.”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineBritish
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine print
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.
