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ibis Reading Centre

3.0 star property
Reading hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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In the heart of Reading City Centre, ibis Reading Centre offers an eco-friendly haven. Enjoy a drink in the bar, grab a bite at the restaurant or unwind in the garden. With helpful multilingual staff and convenient amenities like bike rentals and laundry services your stay is sure to be memorable.

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)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $52
$62 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27

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Double SweetRoom by ibis | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double SweetRoom by ibis

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 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

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

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

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 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
  • Forbury Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hexagon - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Reading Abbey Ruins - 9 min walk - 0.8 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

  • ‪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

Ibis Reading Centre offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Thames River. 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

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Hotel size

    • 182 rooms
    • Arranged over 14 floors
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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
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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
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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

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

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Offsite parking within 0.4 mi (GBP 7 per day); discounts available
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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
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive 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
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

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.

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

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, Barclaycard
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.

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 Thames River. 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

7.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast selection was great with a wide variety of options and excellent value for money. (42 reviews)
  • Food was excellent, brought in from the adjacent Novotel kitchen, with a range of breakfast options available. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff, clean rooms and excellent breakfast.
Clive, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staffing, nice location, seems to be a bit aged
Thomas, 7-night trip
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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.
Donna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are superb. Breakfast excellent selection & choice
Dean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Good quality linen, satisfying breakfast..bar and all time inhouse veg pizza facility available.
Prakriti, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were excellent - room adequate, clean & tidy. Breakfast is excellent
Dean, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were outstanding.
Fraser, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, room as expected for an Ibis. Breakfast was good & the breakfast staff were excellent
Dean, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We were only there for one night but it was good we couldn’t find parking but that was about it very nice
Veronica, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, good location
Oana, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Only stayed one night, didnt use the bar or car park, we didnt have the breakfast which was pricy. The reception staff were helpful. We were on the 14th floor, the room was cold and very basic, it had 2 bath towels, shower gel, tea/coffee, good lift. Overall no complaints.
Shirley, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff first class.
Gordon, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfortable room friendly staff
Denise, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room, friendly staff.
Stuart, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location for transport (Reading Station/RailAir etc), a great welcome when I arrived from the reception staff, room was clean and comfortable and breakfast had a wide choice of foods. What more could I ask for? Will definitely use again and have already booked another stay in 4 weeks. Thank you!
SUE, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The breakfast selection was great and the hotel overall was clean and convenient to travel to/from.
Charlene, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room Great staff
Melisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

good mbreakfast clean room, very central
Darren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay - friendly greeting. Clean and comfy room. No noise. Great breakfast.
H, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Pleasant staff, room was clean and functional, noisy Saturday night from somewhere close by could just hear a baseline until gone midnight even thou I requested a quiet room. Would stay again , pick a higher floor if you want quiet!
Steven, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location in town, friendly staff room clean
Debbie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable beds, lovely staff
Kathleen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were really courteous and very helpful especially with getting a taxi booked the previous night
Asha Priyadarshini, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good value for a one night stay. Lighting could be improved as very dark in the room and no vanity mirror in the bathroom.
Kirsty, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Hotel run down, mattress was terrible
Alan, 1-night trip