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ibis Reading Centre

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near University of Reading

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Bar (on property)
Front of property
Exterior
Double Room, 1 Double Bed
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area
  • Reception hall

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is CA $63
CA $76 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double SweetRoom by ibis

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Exterior

Novotel Reading Centre

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
8.2 out of 10, Very good, 1,001 reviews
The price is CA $104
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 25 - Apr 26
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About the area

Map
25A Friar Street, Reading, England, RG1 1DP

What's nearby

  • Oracle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hexagon - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • University of Reading - 5 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 40 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 49 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 61 min drive
  • Reading Station - 3 min walk
  • Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • Reading West Station - 17 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Blagrave Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

ibis Reading Centre

At ibis Reading Centre, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Thames River and University of Reading. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

Czech, English, Filipino, French, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Spanish
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 182 rooms
    • Arranged over 14 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Offsite parking within 0.4 mi (GBP 7 per day); discounts available

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2006
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Handrails in stairways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
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Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 30 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 7 per day (1969 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
The photos in this description reflect the brand standard and are provided for illustrative purposes only.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Barclaycard
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Also known as

ibis Hotel Reading Centre
Ibis Reading Centre Hotel Reading
ibis Reading Centre Hotel
ibis Reading Centre Reading
ibis Reading Centre Hotel Reading
ibis Reading Centre (new ibis rooms)
ibis Reading Centre (new ibis rooms) Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does ibis Reading Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, ibis Reading Centre 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 ibis Reading Centre?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at ibis Reading Centre?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at ibis Reading Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM. There's a charge of GBP 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 30 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at ibis Reading Centre?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at ibis Reading Centre and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming.

Are there restaurants at or near ibis Reading Centre?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around ibis Reading Centre like?

Ibis Reading Centre is in Reading City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Reading Station and 10 minutes' walk from Thames River. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

It's ok
The room was good. The power plug near the bed was broken. The bathroom was clean, but they could have cleaned the floor a bit better. There were some signs of wear and tear in it and in the lift as well. The bed was comfy.
Marco, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

One night stay
Standard hotel, can't complain. Strange smell from the shower but it worked
Adaeze, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Anthony, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Craig, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Below average
Below average basic hotel. Hallway smelt of marijuana. Staff were rude on arrival.
1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Pleasant stay
The hotel is in a good position , being close to train station and then the outdoor high street. A short walk to the nicer Oracle. At night it was very noisy,, also I wouldn’t have felt safe on my own around as lots of undesirables lurking. Although room was comfortable enough it’s all quite basic. The bathroom especially needs updating. It’s a pod and the door creaked so much to shower. Not much room in there at all and especially to put a shower bag. Staff are very friendly and welcoming and we were allowed to book in early and also got free drinks for becoming members. Very nice touch.
Shirley, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was great
Deborah, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Christoph, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Samuel, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Isabelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Andy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

steve, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Disgusting smell
Unfortunately my stay was marred by a disgusting smell of sewage in room 1003. This seemed to come from the bathroom drains and was most pungent in the evening and early the next morning. Possibly a problem with the hotel plumbing system. No one wants to smell it when other guests go to the toilet. The lady on reception was apologetic and moved me to a different room without issue. However, this problem resulted in a bad experience overall.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Laura, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Chi Wai, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Wesley, 2-night business trip
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6/10 Good

Bed a bit hard and the shower was lukewarm. Otherwise acceptable.
Niall, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lisha, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Martin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean & comfy stay
A simple one night stay at a no frills hotel but staff really friendly. Room clean & comfy with coffee & tea making facilities. Tv with basic channels. Overall a good stray.
Denise, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Reading ibis
Most of my stay was fine for the night that I stayed at the hotel the main issue I had was in the morning when I tried to shower the water wasn’t very warm and in patches it heated up then went very cold while showering. I feel this wasn’t the best way to start my day if am honest
keith, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Great for station
Good hotel, close to station. Decent options for food and drink nearby as well.
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant stay. The staff at reception were extremely friendly and helpful.
Edith, 2-night trip
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