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Donnington Hotel, Spa & Golf

★★★★·87.0/ 10Excellent
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📍Old Oxford Road, Donnington, Newbury, England, RG14 3AG · Newbury ↗
📞00448719021626
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Nestled in the heart of Berkshire's countryside just outside Newbury, this country retreat is an hour from central London and 45 minutes from Heathrow. Considered a 4-star plus establishment, it aims to exceed expectations with its stunning grounds and parkland golf course, creating an idyllic setting for spa or golf getaways. The elegantly designed, air-conditioned rooms and suites feature Egyptian cotton duvets, marble bathrooms, Wi-Fi, laptop-sized safes, and complimentary bottled water. Executive rooms and suites also include a mini-fridge stocked with fresh milk. All accommodations offer peaceful views overlooking the golf course and rolling countryside. The award-winning WinePress Restaurant provides an intimate yet informal dining experience, combining fine food and wine in a contemporary setting. Fresh, local ingredients are paired with selections from a 300-bin cellar, with 30 wines available by the glass. The Donnington Valley Health Club and Spa boasts luxurious facilities, including an 18-meter swimming pool, sauna, steam and aromatherapy rooms, a state-of-the-art gym, and a dance studio. Seven treatment rooms cater to every spa-goer's needs, offering relaxation areas and a diverse menu of therapies. Ideal for meetings, conferences, and training seminars, the hotel provides exceptional facilities designed to impress. Please note that the health club and swimming pool are available from 3 pm on the day of arrival until 11 am on the day of departure. The golf course was redesigned and lengthened in 2000.

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Location9.0
Rooms8.7
Wi-Fi8.5
Cleanliness8.5
Facilities8.2
Surroundings8.2
Service8.1
Value7.9
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