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ibis Reading Centre

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Thames River

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Reception hall
Bar (on property)
Front of property
Reception

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
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Museum and Town Hall
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Hexagon
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

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

About the neighborhood

Reading

Located in Reading City Centre, ibis Reading Centre is next to Reading Museum and Town Hall and John Lewis Reading. 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 - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Broad Street Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hexagon - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Reading Abbey Ruins - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Siren RG1 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Three Guineas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Oakford Social Club - ‬4 min walk

About this property

ibis Reading Centre

Hotel with a restaurant, near Thames River
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, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. 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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Novotel Reading Centre
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  • Free WiFi
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8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 1,000 reviews
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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
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. 
  • 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.

What is there to do close to ibis Reading Centre?

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

Is parking available on site at ibis Reading Centre?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for GBP 7 per day (discounts available).

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.

Is ibis Reading Centre good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Does ibis Reading Centre have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub 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.

Are there connecting rooms at ibis Reading Centre?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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.

Can I book a room with a balcony at ibis Reading Centre?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at ibis Reading Centre.

ibis Reading Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 449 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, nice breakfast very central
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

LJ

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super helpful and welcoming.. location is incredibly convenient to City Center and Train station.. highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Room was quite basic. Just a place to sleep but beds were comfy. Location was convenient. Staff was friendly. No major issues except the tv remote not working.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sakina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very comfortable, bathroom was clean and worked perfectly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Choy Chow Vincent, WILLOUGHBY

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Right in the city centre and 2 minutes walk to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ching kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice to upgrade to Novotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Choy Chow Vincent, WILLOUGHBY

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall, it is good value for money because the hoel's location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Haava Shwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is decent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly welcome. Work stay so booked as other colleague already had. Location was great, very handy for the station and for a mooch about town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ava Natali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really comfy bed and clean room - only downside is the area around the hotel being on the dodgy side, and the bathroom had a bit of a sewage smell. But such good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff team and cleanliness was very good. Location was excellent and it was easy to get to the train station. Breakfast was ok..the hot chocolate was delicious. Suggestions: muffins and non microwaved scrambled eggs (because they tasted hard), and the option to have fried eggs, seeded bread and grapes.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Tired rooms with maintenance issues

Stayed two different nights in one week and had issues in each room. First night the tap was loose fitting and moved each time you changed temperature. The air con wouldn’t cool the room so had to keep window open which was noisy. The second night after unpacking we found the tv wasn’t working. This is the second time this has happened. Got moved to a new room where the shower sits in the holder, it wasn’t tight so the shower head was not at the right angle and only pointed down so had to be held to have a shower. The area around the base of the tap was dirty/mouldy. All rooms we were in looked tired and needed a refresh and bit of maintenance. The best thing about the hotel is the location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parminder

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

D

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Choy Chow Vincent, WILLOUGHBY

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rate is a lot lower than the other hotels. Overall it is value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We had a lovely three day holiday. The room was perfect,very clean.The only thing wrong was the television did’t work. We reported this on Friday night,and it was suppose to get fixed the next day but it never was repaired.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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