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ibis Reading Centre

3.0 star property
3-star eco-certified hotel in Reading City Centre

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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25A 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

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

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Double SweetRoom by ibis

  • 161 sq ft
  • 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

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Reading

City center stay.With a stay at this Reading City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from John Lewis Reading and Reading Museum and Town Hall. Oracle and St. Laurence Church are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Oracle - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hexagon - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Reading - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Blagrave Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

ibis Reading Centre

3-star eco-certified hotel in Reading City Centre
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified ibis Reading Centre also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This 3-star Reading hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 182 guestrooms or units
  • 14 levels
  • Built in 2006
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ibis Reading Centre offers 182 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers.

This Reading hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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.

Languages

Czech, English, Filipino, French, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking within 0.4 miles (GBP 7 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 30
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 7 per day(1969 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Barclaycard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Photos appearing in the property description reflect the brand standard and are for illustrative purposes only.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

How close is ibis Reading Centre to the airport?

Ibis Reading Centre is 22.8 mi (49-min drive) away from the Farnborough (FAB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does ibis Reading Centre have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at ibis Reading Centre.

Does ibis Reading Centre offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at ibis Reading Centre, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at ibis Reading Centre?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at ibis Reading Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM. Early check-in costs GBP 30 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at ibis Reading Centre?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does ibis Reading Centre have a pool?

Ibis Reading Centre does not have a pool.

Does ibis Reading Centre have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does ibis Reading Centre have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is ibis Reading Centre to downtown Reading?

Ibis Reading Centre is 0.2 mi away from Reading.

ibis Reading Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 435 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy room, warm and amenable. Everything is just in its place. Selection of teas was great and the pizza from the bar was amazing in an epic way. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christoph

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn, Leesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the train station and center of town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

David, Bristol

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff in the breakfast bar were helpful and friendly. The hotel is dated and worn out. The reception is faux-industrial, that is, the roof tiles taken out, everything painted black and effect coming from the exposed air ducts and wiring. In the room, the laminate is peeling off the chipboard fittings, with piles of wood dust below the desk, presumably from where others had kicked the back of the covered wall whilst sitting there. The black laminated floor in the room was swept but unwashed. Bed covers were clean but the headboard worn and the mattress is shallow and uncomfortable. There is a pod bathroom in the room into which you step up into. It was worn and dated. The theme seemed to be pitched at Reading Festival goers. Even the wash soaps. Not a comfortable business hotel. It’s not cheap.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean and very comfortable, staff were polite and very helpful always willing to assist and made my stay very enjoyable and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachael, MUNICH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disgusting smell

Unfortunately my stay was marred by a disgusting smell of sewage in room 1003. This seemed to come from the bathroom drains and was most pungent in the evening and early the next morning. Possibly a problem with the hotel plumbing system. No one wants to smell it when other guests go to the toilet. The lady on reception was apologetic and moved me to a different room without issue. However, this problem resulted in a bad experience overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Sadia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
No air conditioning and not alot of variety on tv as wifi wasnt working
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great check in , very quick . Room was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chi Wai

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

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Wesley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Niall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed a bit hard and the shower was lukewarm. Otherwise acceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Located in a very central area of Reading which was convenient however room was very basic. There was no hand towel in the bathroom and the curtains were all stained. No one on reception when I arrived so had to wait for staff to check in. Novotel next door is so much nicer considering the two hotels are intertwined
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Vito, London

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location near the train station and the high street. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

helen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025