Novotel Reading Centre

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Garden
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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25b 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

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Reading

Located in Reading City Centre, Novotel Reading Centre is within a 5-minute walk of Oracle and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Kennet & Avon Canal. This 179-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Oracle - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Reading - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Madejski Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Siren RG1 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Oakford Social Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Signal Box - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Novotel Reading Centre

Eco-certified hotel with a fitness center and a sauna
Guests staying at Novotel Reading Centre enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. Limited parking is available. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 21-inch LCD TVs. Minibars, hair dryers, and safes are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • GourmetBar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,141 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • 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
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 12 per pet, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 12 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers limited parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Novotel Hotel Reading Centre
Novotel Reading Centre
Accor Reading Centre
Novotel Reading Centre Hotel Reading
Reading Novotel
Novotel Reading Centre Hotel
Accor Reading Centre
Reading Novotel
Novotel Reading Centre Hotel
Novotel Reading Centre Reading
Novotel Reading Centre Hotel Reading

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Novotel Reading Centre?

Novotel Reading Centre provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Reading Centre on Oct 19, 2025 start from $80.0, excluding 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 within easy reach of Novotel 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 Novotel Reading Centre?

Yes, there is accessible parking and electric car charging available.

Does Novotel Reading Centre feature a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at Novotel Reading Centre?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Novotel Reading Centre?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Novotel Reading Centre have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Novotel Reading Centre feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Novotel Reading Centre serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at GourmetBar.

Will Novotel Reading Centre allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Novotel Reading Centre for a fee of GBP 12 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Novotel Reading Centre?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from Novotel Reading Centre?

The closest major airport to Novotel 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 27.9 mi away (40-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Novotel Reading Centre?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Novotel Reading Centre.

Novotel Reading Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KEIJI

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wai Ling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very nice and helpful. Thank you so much ☺️
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chirag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Value

Incredible reception staff and excellent location with pool, steam room and sauna.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, very friendly staff. Security on the door at night so felt very safe when returning after a some drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Gavin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Dated rooms but clean and nice pool
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Debra L

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was nice place to stay and short walk to train station
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Fabian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Average stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

lillie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay!

We had such a good time staying over a weekend! Hotel is in a very good, convenient, central location in the middle of Reading with the train station, bus stops, restaurants, and shops very close to the hotel. Our favourite part of the trip was the free access to gym/pool/sauna/steam room - we had so much fun, the pool is a fantastic size with a few sun loungers around it. We parked at the Broad Street Mall car park (short walk away) - lots of spaces and the hotel gives a discounted rate when you give them the ticket at checkout. Excited to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Merlita Ann

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better mattress and robes fridge broken
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

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

Great location for transport & town

Good service throughout - able to check k in early which was a huge bonus Excellent buffet breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Glen

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Don’t stay here

No sleep as they have a night club across the road playing extremely loud music until 3am And as an added bonus the fire alarm went of at 7.40 am for 30 minutes with no fire in sight ! No compensation offered
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Duhale

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

Very bad stay, avoid!

I came to the property for my birthday and didn’t get a greeting, Was asked to produce ID which I have never been asked before. There was a broken light with made a loud noise without interruption. The plumbing in the bathroom seems dodgy and broken, the bath didn’t leave the water I had to stay over and try to make the water go down the pipes. There was a lot of dust in the room and it seems it has not been cleaned since person was in the room. There was holes in the sofa.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff, perfect for town and train station
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Echelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed at this hotel numerous times. Location is very convenient to Reading train station. Many day trips easily accessible from here such as Oxford, Bath, Windsor
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

benedict

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emerson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quit
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025