ibis Reading Centre

Property class: 3

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
Reception
Reception hall
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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25A Friar Street, Reading, England, RG1 1DP
  • Place, Oracle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Museum and Town Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hexagon
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Double SweetRoom by ibis

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Reading

Located in Reading City Centre, ibis Reading Centre is adjacent to John Lewis Reading and within a 5-minute walk of Reading Museum and Town Hall. This 182-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Oracle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • John Lewis Reading - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hexagon - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Reading Abbey Ruins - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Reading Station - 4 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Siren RG1 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Three Guineas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McCafferty's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min walk

About this property

ibis Reading Centre

Guests of ibis Reading Centre enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a TV in a common area. Offsite parking is offered for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. This smoke-free hotel also has a reception hall.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, hair dryers, and phones. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking within 0.4 miles (GBP 7 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2006
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 30
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 7 per day(1969 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Photos in the property description reflect the brand standard and are shown for illustrative purposes only.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

Are free cancellation options available at ibis Reading Centre?

Ibis Reading Centre provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at ibis Reading Centre?

As of Apr 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis Reading Centre on May 3, 2026 start from $63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to ibis Reading Centre?

This hotel is situated in Reading City Centre, just steps from John Lewis Reading and Reading Museum and Town Hall, and within a short walk of Oracle. You'll also find Thames River and Hexagon less than a mile away.

Does ibis Reading Centre include a casino on the premises?

No, ibis Reading Centre doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at ibis Reading Centre?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does ibis Reading Centre have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, ibis Reading Centre serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does ibis Reading Centre allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at ibis Reading Centre for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night.

What is the closest airport to ibis Reading Centre?

The closest major airport to ibis Reading Centre is Farnborough (FAB), which is 22 mi away (60 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is around 22.5 mi away.

ibis Reading Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 458 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean comfortable room friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Very co venue my location for the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
noise levels Breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lady Mel and the Indian guy who checked us in were great ! Thank you for your service guys! Would love to stay with you IBIS again ! Clean hotel and perfect location and it snowed the next day haha. Great Stay !🤘
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's ok. The bathroom was a bit smelly. Anyway, the room was ok and the bed comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Lounge was nice, great for remote working. Early check in was very helpful and the staff were friendly and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Did not partake in the breakfast or use the bar
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Oli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The guy behind the desk was fine but he needed another staff member to help him
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jaydil

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Leanne

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet room with decent amount of space. Friendly & helpful staff. Very good location. Discount for nearby car park very useful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Marvin A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room plenty off space working shower. Breakfast selection were good. Alot off choose from items available on table. Helpful/friendly staff at front desk. Values for money
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amy on reception was lovely friendly and helpful 😊
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We don’t have Breakfast, but the Hotel & staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had one night in Reading and this was perfect for that. It's a super easy walk from the train station, and very easily walkable to the city center. There were lots of great options for food and shopping. As a solo female traveler, I felt very safe during my whole stay. The room was simple, but comfortable, and there was a nice touch with the kettle and some hot drink options in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asha Priyadarshini

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really courteous and very helpful especially with getting a taxi booked the previous night
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and good experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good mbreakfast clean room, very central
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sadi

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025