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Bow Guest House

3.0 star property
3-star guest house near River Thames

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A gated entrance with a metal gate and a wooden fence.
Twin Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property entrance
Breakfast area
A staircase with a purple wall, a framed picture, and a fire extinguisher.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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25 Russell Street, Reading, England, RG1 7XD
  • Place, Hexagon
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Oracle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Museum and Town Hall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Ensuite

A neatly made bed with a red blanket, a white pillow, and a black headboard. There is a small bedside table with a lamp and a framed picture on the wall above the bed.

Single Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a television mounted on the wall, and a door with a sign.

Ensuite Family Room Lower Ground Floor

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room with Dedicated Bathroom Lower Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room with Dedicated Bathroom Lower Ground Floor

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Economy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Reading

In Reading .Within a 10-minute walk of the guesthouse, you'll find Broad Street Mall and Reading Civic Centre. Hexagon and John Lewis Reading are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Broad Street Mall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hexagon - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oracle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Thames Path - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Reading West Station - 8 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nag's Head - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Creams Cafe Reading - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Face Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Bow Guest House

3-star guest house near River Thames
Bow Guest House offers its guests tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Reading guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Bow Guest House offers 12 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and portable fans. 24-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 16 2026 to June 17 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the guesthouse will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Bow Guest House
Bow Guest House B&B
Bow Guest House B&B Reading
Bow Guest House Reading
Bow Guest House Reading
Bow Guest House Guesthouse
Bow Guest House Guesthouse Reading

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bow Guest House to the airport?

Bow Guest House is 21.7 mi (59-min drive) away from the Farnborough (FAB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bow Guest House?

As of Jun 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bow Guest House on Jun 28, 2026 start from $91, 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 Bow Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bow Guest House.

Does Bow Guest House offer free breakfast?

Bow Guest House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bow Guest House?

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

What time is check-in at Bow Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bow Guest House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Bow Guest House have a pool?

Bow Guest House does not have a pool.

Does Bow Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Bow Guest House to downtown Reading?

Bow Guest House is 0.6 mi away from Reading.

Bow Guest House Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 81 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy bed, nice people who run it, handy location, reasonably priced compared to the big hotel's around the corner and a warm welcome. I recommend this place for a short or overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Close to city centre. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice place

Nice stay and a friendly host. We liked the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good value. Short walk from town centre
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Multicultural place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

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

Good stay

Comfortable stay. Suited me just right.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Used Bow Guest House as a base for two nights while working near Reading. Host was friendly, Room was suitable and the wifi was invaluable!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was very well located near town centre, new ownership, only been there dew weeks will definitely go back to see how things are progressing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Their service is top notch. I would highly recommend them to anyone visiting Reading, UK.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt very welcomed. Family run business. Lovely people awesome breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice little pub near by. Very pleasant, helpful folks. Did everything to make my stay outstanding.! Was willing to go over and above to make my stay the best. Thank you, and will come back as you showed outstanding hospitality!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly good food ,convenient place to both town and theatre in easy walking distance ,dining room needs a refresh, on busy road lots of traffic noise ,some of the area needs a good clean up
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alice

The hosts were very welcoming. Room was nice albeit on second floor Relatively close to city centre so could walk or get bus. Plenty of shops and a 0leasant street
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a gem of a place. The welcome was warm, and despite the police sirens around Reading central, the room itself was very quiet. Although the room was described as having a large bed, in fact it had two singles, it was comfortable enough. The towels were exquisite, and the cooked breakfast equally so. Highly recommended for the price and warm hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Helen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disgusting small rooms. Dirty nothing positive to say. We left I wouldn’t stay there.
Dirty shower
Dirty sink
Poor quality
This is how we found the shower
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Adequate guesthouse in Reading. Would stay again.

First and foremost it's a Guesthouse. Shared toilet and bathroom facilities (sink in the room). It serves a function. Dont expect luxury. I would stay there again. Staff are very friendly, and welcoming. Breakfast was good. Bed a little soft for my liking but fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

STUART

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Reception was helpful when I arrived late
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mei-wa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
TV did not work. The shower was not the easiest but could be figured out. Otherwise, the room was comfortable and clean. Furnishings are a bit outdated and could be refurbished but the bed was comfortable. The staff is very nice and the breakfast quite generous.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Clint

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

Awful

Awful staff. Rude. Appalling. Will NEVER stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

ian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
X tired decoration. Central heating very poor
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

antoinette

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

Stay at Bow Guest house reading.

My stay at the bow guest house was really good. From checking in made welcome with such a friendly greeting. I had a single room with shared bathroom. It was ok for 1 night stay. Clean and comfy. The breakfast was really good. There was ceriel with fresh orange. Full english with 2 toast, cooked to good standard. Again friendly lady who was serving and cleaning after each table cleared. 👍 You couldnt ask for more. The guest house is close to lots of eaterys and take aways. The bus stop is at the end of the next street. I ate at the Burger den on the corner of Waylen street reading. The best chicken fillet buger i have had . I would recoment this guest house for short stays.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel needs to be honest when booking if they are hosting permanent residents on behalf of the council, one of whom was being spoken to by the police when I booked in. I was moved to another room. Not a good first impression. the room itself was cold as the heating was turned off.The staff were helpful., but overall i'm afraid I won't be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

VERMA

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap room, cheaper experience

The room was in very bad shape. The cupboard had a door with broken mirror. The size of the room was too small. There was a toilet shared between two rooms & it was too small. There was no water bottle or tap in or around room. On top of it there were bugs in the bed. I am surprised how Hotels.com is allowing to book such facilities on their site.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024