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ibis Reading Centre

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

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Relax in the lounge area with a comfortable sofa and stylish seating options.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a minimalist design and digital display showing room rates and services.
Enter the ibis Hotels Reading Centre through a glass door, offering a clear view into the hotel's interior, where a reception desk and seating area await.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed and two bedside tables, each with a wall-mounted lamp.
Hotel with a modern multi-story design and flat roof.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
25A Friar Street, Reading, England, RG1 1DP
  • Oracle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • University of Reading
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double SweetRoom by ibis | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Double SweetRoom by ibis

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 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.

How much does it cost to stay at ibis Reading Centre?

As of Jul 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis Reading Centre on Jul 31, 2025 start from $58.36, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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. 442 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 355 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1008 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

Edina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff at reception, accommodating and friendly, after a long delayed journey on a Bank Holiday Easter Sunday. Was able to retrieve quickly my online check-in and my two separate reservations for consecutive days. Visible improvements under the new management, with small but valuable ideas and consistency. Keep up the good job in this competitive market and the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was what I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Decent

The hotel was comfy and staff were friendly however there were 2 small issues that brought the score down. The first is that the TV stopped working an hour into our stay and the second is that there were issues with the air con which meant that the room was quite hot when sleeping.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hamilton

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value for money

Service and check in all good. Problems with door key card( did not work three times). Good location. Shower not consistent water temperature.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

HARSHA

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not worth the money spent

TV was not working- technician came & it was sorted after half an hour but I missed East enders. Again in the morning it was not working and the technician did not start till 8am and by that time I had to checkout to go to work.The bathroom wash basin was very dirty and the water cattle inside was not clean either, I had a sore throat the next day
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

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

8/10 Good

Ron

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet,, excellent value for money and great view from top floor
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Fei

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

s

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located with good facilities and helpful friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ella

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Shower was amazing and bed was comfortable.

It was basic but for the price I paid i was expecting that. It waa comfortable and the shower was amazing!!! Usually you dont have much room in a hotel shower but it was huge and so easy to change the temerpature which isnt always easy to do. Overall, i would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideal for our short break in Reading

Ideally situated, convenient for Rail and City Centre. Good breakfast. Staff helpful. Only niggle is siting of soap dispenser in shower. Too high to expel liquid into hand
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed previously and have never had any issues. Shower made horrible loud noise when hot water kicked in and was kept awake by noise from other guests most of the night
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot fault the staff, the rooms or the attention to detail at all. My overall rating was unfortunately due to the fire alarm going off at 0130 this morning, due to a fault. It made for quite a disturbed nights sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nadeem

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wash basin drain opener needs to be fixed for proper drainage.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Krishma

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Clean and comfortable, friendly staff

Staff pleasant and helpful throughout our stay. Hotel slightly dated but clean and well equipped, certainly adequate for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Marco

Liked: Room comfort

It's ok

The room was good. The power plug near the bed was broken. The bathroom was clean, but they could have cleaned the floor a bit better. There were some signs of wear and tear in it and in the lift as well. The bed was comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adaeze

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night stay

Standard hotel, can't complain. Strange smell from the shower but it worked
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025