Nestled near North Wessex Downs, The Carnarvon Arms offers a warm welcome with a garden, cozy bar, and delightful on-site restaurant. Relax with in-room WiFi and take advantage of free self parking. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Donnington Grove Country Club - 9 min drive - 12.6 km
Donnington Castle - 10 min drive - 13.3 km
Newbury Racecourse - 10 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Southampton (SOU) - 33 min drive
Farnborough (FAB) - 53 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 59 min drive
Whitchurch Station - 8 min drive
Newbury Racecourse Station - 13 min drive
Newbury Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Two Watermills - 5 min drive
Costa Coffee - 6 min drive
The Gun PH - 6 min drive
Burger King - 7 min drive
The Dolphin - 7 min drive
About this property
The Carnarvon Arms
The Carnarvon Arms puts you just a 5-minute drive from Highclere Castle. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls and off-leash area available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Horse riding nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Free newspapers in lobby
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
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Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Marco Pierre White's Carnarvon Arms Inn
Marco Pierre White's Carnarvon Arms Inn Newbury
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Carnarvon Arms
Carnarvon Arms Hotel Newbury
The Carnarvon Arms Hotel Newbury, England
Marco Pierre White's The Carnarvon Arms
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The Carnarvon Arms Inn Newbury
Frequently asked questions
Does The Carnarvon Arms offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Carnarvon Arms does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Carnarvon Arms?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at The Carnarvon Arms?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Carnarvon Arms?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Carnarvon Arms and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and horseback riding. The Carnarvon Arms also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Carnarvon Arms?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Carnarvon Arms like?
The Carnarvon Arms is a short 15-minute walk from North Wessex Downs and 17 minutes' walk from Sandham Memorial Chapel.
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The Carnarvon Arms Reviews
Reviews
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was delicious with a good selection of options and pleasant service. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2025
Would recommend
Lovely stay, pub served good food and rooms were clean, comfortable and stylish.
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Great stay
Absolutely great all of our stay
alison
alison, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 29, 2025
Great Hotel for a night stay over, nothing fancy, bed, shower up and out the next day.
Found the drinks a little expensive
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
A warm welcome
A welcoming and friendly Inn. Food and service very good. Classic room a bit small, but adequate. Excellent modern bathroom
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2025
Great Stay
Regular stay. Covers all basis, pub, restaurant, rooms and breakfast.
Joss
Joss, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Cheers
Great breakfast buffet. The only issue was the tile period over which the breakfast would be served. It was not a fixed time slot.
Hessam
Hessam, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Lovely Inn
Absolutely lovely Inn. Friendly people, great rooms, and dinner. So very close to Highclere Castle.
Marilyn
Marilyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
What a wonderful place to stay. Everything was fabulous. Including the shampoo and conditioner and body products they leave in the bathroom. Wow… And the food at the restaurant is spectacular.
Stacie
Stacie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
Good food and rooms
Really good place to stay, good food and rooms!
Joss
Joss, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2025
Beautiful building, food & rooms.
Karl
Karl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
Good stay
Regularly stay here for work. Nice place and good food. Room can be noisy from the main road, if you’re lucky you’ll be in a room away from the road, that is quiet.
Joss
Joss, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 2025
Ve2ry good food, excellent breakfast. Helpful- staff. Charming and v4ery British. Rooms are qu3ite small however. But also quaint. Beautiful art everywhere.
Gregory
Gregory, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2024
Very quaint, good food, very convenient to Highclere Castle
Rainy
Rainy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2024
Really lovely stay - good parking, friendly staff, great food and really lovely, comfortable room - room 101
fran
fran, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2023
Great hotel. Really enjoyed our stay.
Lynne
Lynne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2024
Nice stay
Very friendly staff and very good accommodations. The food was good in the restaurant.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2024
Excellent stay
Amazing stay. The rooms have just been refurbished and were fabulous.
Love this hotel, great place to stay when in the area.
Jordan
Jordan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
Very friendly staff and amazing property / rooms. Plus situated en route :-)
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2023
Quite, comfortable, adjoining restaurant, and good breakfast.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2023
Lovely hotel pub food was amazing both evening and breakfast staff were pleasant
Ann
Ann, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2023
Good place with meals
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2023
Vacation
Beautiful place! Great food and atmosphere
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2023
Had a wonderful stay here. The inn is lovely and the staff even more so. If In town to see the castle or just to visit you couldn’t go to a better place.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2024
Highclere Castle’s best neighborhood Inn
Despite the noise from the road the room was comfortable and clean. I liked the large TV and the breakfast was delicious.
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2024
A story book stay!
This was a charming pub and inn. The rooms are small but cozy, very clean, and very comfortable. It felt like staying in a story book English inn and we loved it! We stayed there to tour Highclere Castle and the Bombay Sapphire distillery, and it was well-located for both. There is good, free parking and a nice breakfast.