ibis Reading Centre

3.0 star property
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Reading

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Bar (on property)
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Exterior
Reception hall
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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25A Friar Street, Reading, England, RG1 1DP
  • Place, Oracle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, John Lewis Reading
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Museum and Town Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Double SweetRoom by ibis

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Reading

City center stay.A stay at this Reading City Centre hotel places you steps from John Lewis Reading and within a 5-minute walk of Reading Museum and Town Hall. Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin and St. Laurence Church are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Oracle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • John Lewis Reading - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hexagon - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Reading Abbey Ruins - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Reading Station - 4 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Siren RG1 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Three Guineas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McCafferty's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min walk

About this property

ibis Reading Centre

3-star hotel perfect for exploring Reading
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. 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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. 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 mi (60-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 Apr 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis Reading Centre on May 10, 2026 start from $63, including 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

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 456 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and good breakfast. Bit of a walk to the nearest car park
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean comfortable room friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Very co venue my location for the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
noise levels Breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lady Mel and the Indian guy who checked us in were great ! Thank you for your service guys! Would love to stay with you IBIS again ! Clean hotel and perfect location and it snowed the next day haha. Great Stay !🤘
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's ok. The bathroom was a bit smelly. Anyway, the room was ok and the bed comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Lounge was nice, great for remote working. Early check in was very helpful and the staff were friendly and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Did not partake in the breakfast or use the bar
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Oli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The guy behind the desk was fine but he needed another staff member to help him
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jaydil

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Leanne

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet room with decent amount of space. Friendly & helpful staff. Very good location. Discount for nearby car park very useful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Marvin A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room plenty off space working shower. Breakfast selection were good. Alot off choose from items available on table. Helpful/friendly staff at front desk. Values for money
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amy on reception was lovely friendly and helpful 😊
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We don’t have Breakfast, but the Hotel & staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had one night in Reading and this was perfect for that. It's a super easy walk from the train station, and very easily walkable to the city center. There were lots of great options for food and shopping. As a solo female traveler, I felt very safe during my whole stay. The room was simple, but comfortable, and there was a nice touch with the kettle and some hot drink options in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asha Priyadarshini

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really courteous and very helpful especially with getting a taxi booked the previous night
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025