ibis Reading Centre

Property class: 3
Reading hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Ibis Reading Centre offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of River Thames. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area
  • Reception hall

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $46
$55 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a large abstract painting above the bed.

Double SweetRoom by ibis

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(64 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a wall-mounted artwork, and a door.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
25A Friar Street, Reading, England, RG1 1DP

What's nearby

  • Oracle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • John Lewis Reading - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Broad Street Mall - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hexagon - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 48 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 60 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 76 min drive
  • Reading Station - 4 min walk
  • Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • Reading West Station - 17 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Three Guineas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McCafferty's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min walk

About this property

ibis Reading Centre

  • Ibis Reading Centre offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of River Thames. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 182 rooms
    • Arranged over 14 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Offsite parking within 0.4 mi (GBP 7 per day); discounts available

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2006
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Waste recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Handrails in stairways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 30 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 7 per day (1969 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
The photos in this description reflect the brand standard and are provided for illustrative purposes only.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

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

Does ibis Reading Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, ibis Reading Centre does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at ibis Reading Centre?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at ibis Reading Centre?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at ibis Reading Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM. There's a charge of GBP 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 30 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at ibis Reading Centre?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at ibis Reading Centre and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming.

Are there restaurants at or near ibis Reading Centre?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around ibis Reading Centre like?

Ibis Reading Centre is in Reading City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Reading Station and 11 minutes' walk from River Thames. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

ibis Reading Centre Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised for its excellent selection, choice, and quality, with many guests enjoying the variety and freshness of the food. (51 reviews)
  • The hotel's restaurant served a range of breakfast options and had a wide choice of food with extremely friendly staff. (13 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Good hotel in a great location for Reading Station
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8/10 Very good

Great breakfast selection, hotel well situated for travel and restaurants
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8/10 Very good

The hotel is in the centre. It offers car parking ar a very reasonable price in the parking of the malls. Plenty of restaurants and shop around
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8/10 Very good

Great staff, good breakfast, beds were comfortable, good location, extra pillows were a plus
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8/10 Very good

Great location. Rooms on the small size and bed seemed uncomfortable but apart from that great place to stay.
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6/10 Good

Staff are friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly especially Amy on the desk 😍
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent buffet breakfast, staff very friendly
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean rooms and quiet.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very close to the railway station which is why i chose it, only about 5 minutes away at a steady walk. Reading town centre only a few minutes walk away. Hotel was very clean and modern, breakfast was brilliant, everything you would expect. Staff where brilliant nothing too much trouble. Would definitely stay there again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing value and phenominal staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay in the city centre, close to everything. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Our room was spotless, the breakfast was excellent value for money and very tasty.
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10/10 Exceptional

extremely friendly helpful staff member at check in
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staffing, nice location, seems to be a bit aged
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8/10 Very good

The breakfast selection was great and the hotel overall was clean and convenient to travel to/from.
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8/10 Very good

Comfortable bed, good shower - except that the shower gel dispenser was obviously installed by a tall man - I struggled to use it. Convenient for the station and a good price.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are superb. Breakfast excellent selection & choice
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were excellent - room adequate, clean & tidy. Breakfast is excellent
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfortable room friendly staff
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8/10 Very good

Great location in town, friendly staff room clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice room, friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, room as expected for an Ibis. Breakfast was good & the breakfast staff were excellent
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10/10 Exceptional

Courteous staff, clean room. Amazing location
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, good location
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10/10 Exceptional

Very central hotel near the train station. Very comfy bed and pillows. Compact room, but everything we needed was there. Staff very friendly and helpful.