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Crescent Hotel

2.0 star property
Victorian hotel in Reading with free parking

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Desk, free WiFi
Exterior
Sports facility
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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35 Coley Avenue, Reading, England, RG1 6LL
  • Place, Hexagon
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Oracle
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Museum and Town Hall
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Desk, free WiFi

Family Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds | Desk, free WiFi

Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 110 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Reading

Crescent Hotel is a short stroll from Kennet & Avon Canal and Broad Street Mall. This 15-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and express check-out.

What's nearby

  • Broad Street Mall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hexagon - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Oracle - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Reading West Station - 15 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nag's Head - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Tap - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ThaiGrr! - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Van - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Crescent Hotel

Victorian hotel in Reading with free parking
Guests staying at Crescent Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a garden. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. This smoke-free hotel also has a vending machine.
TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Hair dryers, desks, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1890
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: GBP 5 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Crescent Hotel?

Crescent Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Crescent Hotel?

This hotel is located in Reading, a short 11-minute walk from Kennet & Avon Canal and also 12 minutes on foot from Hexagon. You'll also find Oracle and Broad Street Mall less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Crescent Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Crescent Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, Crescent Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Crescent Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Crescent Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Crescent Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Crescent Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Crescent Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Crescent Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Crescent Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Crescent Hotel?

The closest major airport to Crescent Hotel is Farnborough (FAB), which is 21.4 mi away (46 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is around 23 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Crescent Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Crescent Hotel.

Crescent Hotel Reviews

Reviews

5.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 228 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

4.2/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lars

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very poor experience, cannot recommend

Worst hotel experience of my life. This is an outright scam. Nothing like the pictures. Place is filthy, dirty and in a poor state of disrepair. Recommend you avoid at all cost.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Premankur

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall the room was good value for money, being only 30 mins walk from Reading Festival. Had a very nice check in. The room itself was good, a few chipped paintworks and a very dusty extractor fan in bathroom, but we were happy nonetheless. Only small issue was we only had half a room of toilet paper and on Saturday morning we asked for it to be replaced whilst we were out at the festival. On our return at midnight, no toilet paper was provided, which made things difficult. Would recommend having at least 1 spare in the bathroom provided if the one on the rail is not a full one. Otherwise we had a lovely stay and would recommend if you are looking for a room to drop your stuff, go to the festival or stay most time out in Reading. We would happy come back if at least 1 extra toilet rolls were provided in the bathroom on our check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Esther

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad condition. No soundproof at all. For two nights I was hearing some weird groaning from the person staying next door. I did not know that the Room I was going to stay at is not en-suite. Dusty and old carpets. Moulds on the wall. The doors were in bad condition. Had to change to TravelLodge for my 3rd night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Erin

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole building needs renovation. It is old and room not aired out so smell of dampness.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Halfway house for the underworld!

Pretty sure the place was a halfway house for the underworld! Shower was broken. Toilet was broken. No staff to be seen. Stunk of cannabis. People running up and down the stairs into the early hours and banging doors and shouting. Moved a bed to retrieve a dropped item and the wall was covered in mould. Pretty sure behind there hadn’t seen a hoover in a decade. Beds were so uncomfortable the floor would have been more inviting if it hadn’t been covered in suspicious stains. I could go on and on!!! Disgusting excuse for a hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Delsah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was mouldy Every inch of the hotel is covered in dirt Shower wasnt hot Toilet wouldnt flash Shower was dirty I definitely wouldn't recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Steve

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean Bed Sheets.......and thats it

The bed was nice with fresh sheets and the bathroom was nice and clean apart from broken tap. We were lucky to have the double with en-suite, other rooms had a shared bathroom. Manky carpets, dirty walls, mouldy ceiling. Noisy. I know its a cheap hotel but wasnt dirt cheap.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Yesenia J.

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They never cleaned the room I also book another extra night and they didn't clean not even provide toilet paper or towels I had to request for it and also not option for bed and breakfast they don't provide this service but on Internet says they do and not even for get water because the machine was broken, they provide coffee and sugar and the person attending the hotel was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Muhammad Ali

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This room was simple, but clean and the shower was good. The owner gave me an upgrade so that I did not have to share a bathroom. For the price, it exceeded my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Bryony

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's cheap and adequate, beds are comfortable enough; however, the wifi wasn't good enough to stream TV which when is pretty essential to pass time when working away from home.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Crescent Hotel

Fine for 1 night the hotel is a bit run down the rooms are clean and tidy it was quite and less than 12 minute walk to town centre
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Get what you pay for. Cheapest rooms up most stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Krzysztof

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Moldy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ankoma

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was now up to standard the room was dirty all the walls was dirty and the bathroom was dirty as well I was not satisfy I didn’t even take a shower and I really would like a refund and I also have a video to show how the room was
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nick

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024