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Swollows House

2.5 star property
Family-friendly bed & breakfast with free breakfast connected to the convention center in Reading

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Garden
Shared fridge
Hallway
Mini-refrigerator
Traditional House | 4 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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2 Bath Rd, Reading, England, RG1 6NG
  • Place, Hexagon
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Oracle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Museum and Town Hall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional House | 4 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Traditional House

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 King Bed, 6 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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About the neighborhood

Reading

Swollows House places you within a 10-minute stroll of Broad Street Mall and Reading Civic Centre. This 4-room bed & breakfast has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking. Centrally located in Reading, the B&B is connected to the convention center, and a short walk from Hexagon and Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin.
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What's nearby

  • Hexagon - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Broad Street Mall - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oracle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Reading West Station - 12 min walk
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nag's Head - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Tap - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Filter Coffee House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪ThaiGrr! - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Swollows House

Family-friendly bed & breakfast with free breakfast connected to the convention center in Reading
Swollows House features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and coffee in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services and luggage storage. Other amenities at this family-friendly bed & breakfast include a refrigerator in a common area, an arcade/game room, and a library.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Washers/dryers, fireplaces, and patios are also available. 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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 1,000 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of GBP 39 (exact amount varies) at check-out
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 50 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of GBP 100 per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: GBP 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 14379034

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Swollows House Reading
Swollows House Bed & breakfast
Swollows House Bed & breakfast Reading

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Swollows House?

This bed & breakfast is located in Reading, a short 11-minute walk from Oracle and also 14 minutes on foot from Kennet & Avon Canal. You'll also find Reading Museum and Town Hall and Broad Street Mall less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Swollows House?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Swollows House include a casino at the property?

No, Swollows House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Swollows House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is Swollows House a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a fireplace as well as free breakfast and a garden.

Does Swollows House have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Swollows House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Swollows House offers free self-serve breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Swollows House allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Swollows House for a fee of GBP 50 per pet, per stay. A deposit of GBP 100 per stay is collected.

Does Swollows House have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How close is the airport from Swollows House?

The closest major airport to Swollows House is Farnborough (FAB), which is 22.3 mi away (53 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is around 23 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Swollows House?

Yes, every guestroom at Swollows House comes with a patio with some featuring garden views.

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