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ibis Reading Centre

3.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

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25A Friar Street, Reading, England, RG1 1DP
  • Oracle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • University of Reading
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double SweetRoom by ibis

  • 161 sq ft
  • 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

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Reading

Located in Reading City Centre, ibis Reading Centre is next to John Lewis Reading and 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 - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hexagon - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Reading - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Reading Station - 3 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 40 min drive

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

Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
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 luggage storage, securing valuables, 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.

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.

Languages

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

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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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

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 Oracle and Reading Museum and Town Hall, and within a short walk of Thames River. You'll also find Kennet & Avon Canal and Hexagon less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park 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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at ibis Reading Centre?

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 22.8 mi away (49 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 27.8 mi away (40-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at ibis Reading Centre?

No, at ibis Reading Centre, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

ibis Reading Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 435 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 357 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Below average

Below average basic hotel. Hallway smelt of marijuana. Staff were rude on arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy room, warm and amenable. Everything is just in its place. Selection of teas was great and the pizza from the bar was amazing in an epic way. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christoph

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn, Leesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the train station and center of town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Samuel

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

2/10 Terrible

David, Bristol

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff in the breakfast bar were helpful and friendly. The hotel is dated and worn out. The reception is faux-industrial, that is, the roof tiles taken out, everything painted black and effect coming from the exposed air ducts and wiring. In the room, the laminate is peeling off the chipboard fittings, with piles of wood dust below the desk, presumably from where others had kicked the back of the covered wall whilst sitting there. The black laminated floor in the room was swept but unwashed. Bed covers were clean but the headboard worn and the mattress is shallow and uncomfortable. There is a pod bathroom in the room into which you step up into. It was worn and dated. The theme seemed to be pitched at Reading Festival goers. Even the wash soaps. Not a comfortable business hotel. It’s not cheap.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean and very comfortable, staff were polite and very helpful always willing to assist and made my stay very enjoyable and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachael, MUNICH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Sadia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
No air conditioning and not alot of variety on tv as wifi wasnt working
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great check in , very quick . Room was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chi Wai

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

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Wesley

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

6/10 Okay

Niall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed a bit hard and the shower was lukewarm. Otherwise acceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Located in a very central area of Reading which was convenient however room was very basic. There was no hand towel in the bathroom and the curtains were all stained. No one on reception when I arrived so had to wait for staff to check in. Novotel next door is so much nicer considering the two hotels are intertwined
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisha

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

8/10 Good

Vito, London

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location near the train station and the high street. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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