Caversham is a primarily residential village in the Greater Reading area. The town features historical attractions, such as a 16th century stone well that is all that remains of the Shrine of Our Lady, a medieval pilgrimage destination. Located in southeastern England, this village is on the northern shores of the River Thames. Although no hotels are in Caversham, accommodations can be found in nearby Reading and Play Hatch.
The Crowne Plaza Hotel in Reading is on the southern banks of the River Thames, across from Caversham. The hotel is within walking distance of the Vastern Road Bridge that crosses the river. This upscale hotel is in an all-brick exterior building and features modern décor in the lobby and common spaces, including mini-aquariums in the front desk area. The on-site restaurant, Acqua, provides scenic views of the River Thames from its outdoor terrace area and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the week. The hotel also has an indoor swimming pool and fitness center. Some of the guest units have complimentary bathrobes and living areas with sleeper sofas.
Families who stay at the hotel are only a 15-minute drive from Beale Park on the River Thames. This riverfront recreation area features wildlife exhibits, walking paths through manicured gardens and playground areas. The hotel is within walking distance of nightclubs and restaurants in Caversham's riverfront area, including the Riverview Brasserie and Myalacarte, which both serve British cuisine.
Situated in Playhatch, the Crown hotel is only a 5-minute drive from Caversham. It is lodged in a 16th century Tudor-style building with brick décor on the exterior and antique-style furniture pieces in the hotel's lobby area and guest rooms. The hotel's restaurant features British-style cuisine and serves wines by the glass upon request. Lunch and dinner are served at the restaurant every day of the week in a dining room that features a high-vaulted ceiling with wooden beams. Each of the guest rooms are ground level and offer outdoor entrances to the private gardens on the hotel's property.
The hotel is within 5 minutes of Caversham Park, a 300-acre recreation area in Caversham with paths for walking and cycling. This park is also home to a Victorian-era manor and a residential village. Off-site dining in Playhatch is available at the Shoulder of Mutton tavern, within walking distance of the hotel. This upscale restaurant is in a Tudor-style building and serves lunch and dinner. The dining room offers patrons a view of the gardens on the restaurant's property.
The Pentahotel, a German international hotel chain, has a location in downtown Reading, less than 10 minutes from Caversham. This boutique-style hotel features eclectic, contemporary-style furniture and artwork in its common areas, such as sofas that resemble spotted cows in the Pentalounge area. The Pentalounge has a vibrant atmosphere with a full-service bar, snack menus and game room with pool table. Each guest room has contemporary artwork as well.
Shopping and dining opportunities are available at downtown Reading's Broad Street Mall and Oracle Shopping Center; both malls are less than 5 minutes from the hotel. Performing arts' enthusiasts who are staying at the Pentahotel are a 5-minute drive from the Hexagon Theater. The Reading rail station is within 10 minutes of the hotel, and this rail makes a trip to Central London less than an hour away.
