In the heart of Reading, Hotel 1843 offers a warm welcome with a coffee shop and bar. Savor English breakfast, explore the banquet hall or unwind at the restaurant. With helpful staff and in-room WiFi, you'll feel right at home.
Reading Museum and Town Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Broad Street Mall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
University of Reading - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 44 min drive
Farnborough (FAB) - 61 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 76 min drive
Reading Station - 9 min walk
Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) - 9 min walk
Reading West Station - 22 min walk
Restaurants
Osaka - 4 min walk
wagamama - 4 min walk
Zizzi - 4 min walk
Madras Flavours - 4 min walk
Honest Burgers - 3 min walk
About this property
Hotel 1843 Reading
Hotel 1843 Reading offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Thames River. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
29 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–8:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
1 building/tower
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Dickens themed - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Relaxinnz Great Expectations
Relaxinnz Great Expectations Hotel
Relaxinnz Great Expectations Hotel Reading
Relaxinnz Great Expectations Reading
Hotel 1843 Reading Hotel
Hotel 1843 Reading Reading
Great Expectations Reading
Relaxinnz Great Expectations
Hotel 1843 Reading Hotel Reading
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel 1843 Reading offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel 1843 Reading 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 Hotel 1843 Reading?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel 1843 Reading?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel 1843 Reading.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel 1843 Reading?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel 1843 Reading?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel 1843 Reading?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Dickens themed.
What's the area around Hotel 1843 Reading like?
Hotel 1843 Reading is a short 9-minute walk from Reading Station and 13 minutes' walk from Thames River.
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Reviews
Reviews
7.6
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7.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.0
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2026
The room was very clean and comfortable, staff very friendly.
Martina
Martina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2026
Great bar restaurant downstairs. I was staying alone but was made to feel very welcome and looked after by the staff. For the price, I thought the room was great. Incredible location only 10 minute walk from the station. And the continental breakfast in the morning was perfect. Can’t really complain at all. Thank you guys it was brilliant.
Rupert
Rupert, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 4, 2026
Reception very helpful. Large, clean room.
Sara
Sara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2025
Great staff, fabulous food, love comfy bed
Ssrah
Ssrah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2026
The reception staff were friendly and welcoming. Room clean and comfortable. Enjoyed the light breakfast. Definitely will stay again.
Katherine
Katherine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2025
Lovely continental breakfast
Vincent
Vincent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2025
Was very peaceful and the staff was very nice. I would recommend and I definitely will be going back.
Solana
Solana, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 8, 2025
The rooms aren’t terrible but definitely need some decoration and renovation. Close to amenities such as restaurants and shops.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2025
Lovely staff, a few problems with the room but the staff swiftly sorted that out. Also had a miscommunication about timing of breakfast which meant I then missed it, however the staff kindly got me some fruit and yoghurt.
S
S, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 7, 2025
Comfy bed and clean. Soundproofing could be improved but for be the price and location it's not bad. Didn't try the brekkie so can't comment but it was continental only.
Damon
Damon, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 2, 2025
Staff were excellent, very helpful and nice, room was good had everything we needed. Could do with a extra blanket it was cold and no heating
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 10, 2025
Staff were friendly and downstairs space looked fab! I’d say the room itself needed updating. The bathroom floors were sticky with maybe something spilt from the stay before? The shower gel on the wall was empty but was a tiny bit to use luckily. Bed was comfortable and overall a good stay.
Charlotte
Charlotte, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 7, 2024
Good, spacious room and excellent value. Great location.
Carly
Carly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2024
Friendly and helpful staff, very clean rooms with daily service, great powerful shower, very comfy bed, close to local amenities
Gareth
Gareth, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 2, 2023
Quaint little hotel with comfortable rooms.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 8, 2026
Didn't go for food or drink.
Hotel is good location.
Room and facilities low standard, though clean (mostly), not very comfortable and some issues. Bed head presses against light switch and bed wobbles, thus the light kept going on/off. Kettle broken and room was super cold at night. To be fair it was -6 or so outside.
Staff were nice and friendly and for the price and location it was fairly good. Star lost for lack of capacity to make tea without leaving the room!
Garry
Garry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
While the hotel is older, the rooms are spacious, the people are so helpful with bringing bags early, nice check-in etc. the restaurant is great and breakfast is free. Very nice all round!
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2024
Lovely welcoming property in a great location. The room had everything I needed and more. Would highly recommend and would stay again!
Rosie
Rosie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 17, 2025
Attentive and friendly staff. Historic building, lots of character. Breakfast was croissants, muffins, toast, juice and great strong coffee!
The bed was huge and comfy, no street noise.
Close to restaurants in town.
Definitely recommend this hotel, it’s different and quirky with a big personality.
Geoff
Geoff, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2024
Good Hotel
We have been here before, this time we paid for a better room and it was loads better. If we are in Reading again we will use this Hotel.
David
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 12, 2024
Good value hotel
Decent enough for couple of nights , room was fine and close to town .. , could do with aircon but had a fan , no lift but managed ok
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 14, 2025
It was easy to access. Friendly workers
Edwina
Edwina, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 1, 2025
I had a very good experience during my stay at Hotel 1843. The check-in process was smooth, and the receptionist was extremely kind and helpful. This is a budget hotel, so some areas like the corridors, paintwork, and carpets are a bit outdated—but for the price we paid, it was excellent value.
Our room was very spacious, with good water pressure in the shower. It was quiet, very warm (make sure you open the radiator!), and the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was included in the price, which was a nice bonus.
The breakfast was simple but practical: cereal, bread with butter and jam, boiled eggs, juice, water, coffee, and tea—just what you need to start the day.
If anyone wants a more elaborate breakfast, there are plenty of places nearby in Reading.
Check-out was smooth as well. Overall, I really enjoyed my one-night stay and would recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a budget-friendly option in Reading
Daniela
Daniela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2024
Lovely period property noisy fellow guests next door but this can happen anywhere will not stop us booking again