3-Star Hotel

ibis Reading Centre

25a Friar Street, Reading, - United Kingdom
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$73
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3-Star Hotel

ibis Reading Centre

25a Friar Street, Reading, - United Kingdom
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Top Amenities:

Free Internet AccessHealth ServicesKitchen/KitchenetteRestaurantPets AllowedHandicapped Rooms/FacilitiesNo Smoking Rooms/FacilitiesFamily FriendlyKid Friendly
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Guest Rating

7.8

Good

Based on 4181 reviews

Location Of Hotel

9.1

Hotel Cleanliness

8.3

Hotel Staff

8.6

Overall Quality

7.8

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About

With a central location, 2 minutes' walk from Reading Railway Station and the pubs on Friar Street, ibis Reading Center (new ibis rooms) offers rooms with air cooling. The hotel is just 10 minutes from GreenPark Business Park, just off junction 11 of the M4 motorway. The Madejski Stadium, home of Reading Football Club is less than 3.1 mi away. The property features 182 rooms with attached bathroom and a bar serving snacks 24 hours a day. Free WiFi is available. ibis Reading Center (new ibis rooms) is close to all that Reading has to offer and with excellent transport links. Reading Railway Station is just a 30-minute train ride from London Paddington Station. London Heathrow Airport is only 30 minutes away, via the M4 motorway, and Gatwick is just a 70-minute train journey away from the hotel. Undercover public parking is available nearby, with discounted rates for guests.

Guest Policies

Check-in:

After 15:00

Check-out:

Before 12:00

Pets:

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Important Info:

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services. Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorization (certified signature). Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival. Please be advised our hotel is currently undergoing external refurbishment, with an expected completion date of November 2022. During refurbishment, work will commence from 08:30- 16:00 on weekdays. As a result, there will be some construction noise and we ask for your kindly cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience. If you have any further question, please do not hesitate to contact us on 0189 533 500.

Features & Amenities

Highlighted Amenities:

Free Internet Access
Health Services
Kitchen/Kitchenette
Restaurant
Pets Allowed
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Family Friendly
Kid Friendly

Amenities & Services:

Accessible bathtub available
Accessible shower available
Accessible toilet
Accessible vanities available
Daily disinfection
Facilities for disabled guests available
Family rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Hygiene certification
Kid-friendly dining
Kitchen
Non-smoking property
Pets allowed (charges may apply)
Professional cleaning services
Restaurant(s)
Shared kitchen
Wheelchair accessible

Guest Rating

7.8

Good

Based on 4181 reviews

Location Of Hotel

9.1

Hotel Cleanliness

8.3

Hotel Staff

8.6

Overall Quality

7.8

Pros +

  • Location and price.
  • Proximity to train station
  • The Receptionist and other staff members very helpful, they could not have been more pleasant

Cons -

  • Could use an update
  • Unhoused person sleeping in adjacent doorway for the two days we were there.
  • Thought breakfast stayed open till 12.00 but that was because I had looked on the internet, but staff were obliging and helpful.

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Family with Young Children (493)

Family with Teens (1)

Senior Traveler (59)

Group Traveler (382)

8
11/27/2024
Location and price.
Could use an update
10
5/14/2024
Proximity to train station
Unhoused person sleeping in adjacent doorway for the two days we were there.
10
4/24/2024
The Receptionist and other staff members very helpful, they could not have been more pleasant
Thought breakfast stayed open till 12.00 but that was because I had looked on the internet, but staff were obliging and helpful.
10
9/6/2021
Location
The fact you had to book a cleaner 24hr in advance. the window in the room was very small. There could have been more coat hangers the AC was not the best it could have been

Room Options

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Standard Twin Room

323 sqft • 2 Single

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Standard Double Room

323 sqft • 1 Double

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Location

ibis Reading Centre

25a Friar Street, Reading,