Novotel Reading Centre
4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Oracle
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Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Room service
- Bar
- 24/7 front desk
Explore the area
25b Friar Street, Reading, England, RG1 1DP
- OraclePlace, Oracle2 min walk
- Reading Museum and Town HallPlace, Reading Museum and Town Hall4 min walk
- HexagonPlace, Hexagon6 min walk
- London (LHR-Heathrow)Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)36 min drive
Room options
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Standard Room, Accessible
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
13 reviews
(13 reviews)
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
63 reviews
(63 reviews)
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
9 reviews
(9 reviews)
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood
Reading
Central Reading getaway .Within a 10-minute walk of this Reading City Centre hotel, you'll find Oracle and Kennet & Avon Canal. Also, Thames River is within half a mile (1 km) and Royal Berkshire Hospital is within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
- Oracle - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Forbury Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.3 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
Getting around
- Reading Station - 3 min walk
- Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 40 min drive
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- Siren RG1 - 1 min walk
- Itsu - 2 min walk
- Wendy's - 1 min walk
- The Oakford Social Club - 3 min walk
- McDonald's - 1 min walk
About this property
Novotel Reading Centre
4-star hotel near Oracle
Novotel Reading Centre offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.
A business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1141 square feet (106 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Novotel Reading Centre also features multilingual staff, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Reading hotel.
- 1 building
- 179 guestrooms or units
- 14 levels
- Meeting rooms
- 1141 sq ft of conference space
- 106 sq m of conference space
- Deli
- Charging station for electric cars
- Business facilities
- Conference space
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Coffee in lobby
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Express check-out
- Staff is multilingual
- Storage area for luggage
- Front-desk safe
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Elevator
- Smoking in designated areas
- Water dispenser
- Bar or lounge
- Dining venue
Novotel Reading Centre offers 179 accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. 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.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- In-room crib
- Indoor pool
- Laundry facilities
- Snack bar/deli
- Soundproofed rooms
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Electric car charging station on site
- Onsite parking available only on request
- Limited onsite parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
- Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 18 per person
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Snack bar/deli
Things to do
- Gym
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Steam room
- 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.
- 1 accessible parking space
- Assistive listening devices
- Elevator (35 inch wide door)
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible business center
- Wheelchair-accessible gym
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible pool
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 21-inch smart TV
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Blackout drapes
- Free crib
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- 24-hour room service
- Minibar
More
- Bulk dispensers for toiletries
- Cleaning products are eco-friendly
- Connecting rooms available
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
- LED lighting
- Phone
- Recycling
- Safe
- Soundproofed rooms
- Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- Pets: GBP 12 per pet, per night
- Restrictions apply
- For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Up to 3 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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 per person
- Pet fee: GBP 12 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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.
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
We should mention
- Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
- Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
- To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Novotel Reading Centre to the airport?
Novotel 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 Novotel Reading Centre?
As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Reading Centre on Jan 4, 2026 start from $75.53, 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 Novotel Reading Centre have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Novotel Reading Centre.
Does Novotel Reading Centre offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at Novotel Reading Centre, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10 AM and weekends from 7 AM to 11 AM.
Is there a casino at Novotel Reading Centre?
No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino (20-min walk) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Novotel Reading Centre?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
Is there free parking at Novotel Reading Centre?
Free parking is not available at this hotel.
Does Novotel Reading Centre have a pool?
Novotel Reading Centre features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Does Novotel Reading Centre have a restaurant?
Novotel Reading Centre is home to GourmetBar, which features international cuisine.
Does Novotel Reading Centre have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is Novotel Reading Centre to downtown Reading?
Novotel Reading Centre is 0.2 mi away from Reading.