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The Reading Lake Hotel

3.5 star property
Reading guestrooms with balconies

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Exterior
Reception
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Standard Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Meeting facility

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Kirtons Farm Road, Pingewood,, Reading, ENG, RG30 3UN
  • Madejski Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • University of Reading
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oracle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Twin Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Exterior

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About the neighborhood

Reading

On lake.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Reading hotel, you'll find Lagoona Park and Madejski Stadium. Kennet & Avon Canal and Prospect Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Madejski Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • University of Reading - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Oracle - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 9 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 9 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Reading Green Park Station - 14 min walk
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Morrisons Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Southcote Beefeater - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Reading Lake Hotel

Reading guestrooms with balconies
The Reading Lake Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 9 meeting rooms available. The business-friendly The Reading Lake Hotel also features multilingual staff, a garden, and concierge services. Parking is available for a fee.

  • 1 building
  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Reading Lake Hotel offers 29 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations are furnished with sofa beds and desks. This Reading hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, Polish, Portuguese

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: GBP 14.75 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch TV

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day.
  • 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.

  • Breakfast fee: approximately GBP 14.75 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 Eurocard.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Reading Lake Hotel
The Reading Lake Hotel Hotel
The Reading Lake Hotel Reading
The Reading Lake Hotel Hotel Reading

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Reading Lake Hotel to the airport?

The Reading Lake Hotel is 20.1 mi (45-min drive) away from the Farnborough (FAB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Reading Lake Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Reading Lake Hotel.

Does The Reading Lake Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Reading Lake Hotel, but breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14.75 per person.

Is there a casino at The Reading Lake Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Reading Lake Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at The Reading Lake Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for a fee.

Does The Reading Lake Hotel have a pool?

The Reading Lake Hotel features an indoor pool.

Does The Reading Lake Hotel have a restaurant?

The Reading Lake Hotel is home to Lakeside Restaurant, which features international cuisine.

Does The Reading Lake Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Reading Lake Hotel to downtown Reading?

The Reading Lake Hotel is 2.7 mi away from Reading.

The Reading Lake Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 352 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately I have experienced this hotel at it's best. The staff were nice and my room was upgraded to a suite which was a lovely touch considering I stayed with my two children. The hotel is tired, there was lightbulbs out in the room, wallpaper peeled and framework missing from the doors. The shower was yellowing and when used sprayed from cracks behind the shower head. When on the balcony you can see the other half of the hotel which is closed off and unused. It has no roof and some of the balconys look to have dropped. When checking out of the hotel at 8am there were a large group if men, stood in the carpark surrounding my car. My teenage daughter became nervous but I advised they were probably waiting to be transported to work somewhere. I asked them to move and they did so I could leave but not a great impression. I paid £94 per night (averaged) over my two night stay and unfortunately I don't think the hotel should be asking for that price for what I booked which was a standard room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Awful. Still in shock!!

Awful. Don't go. Looks like it's falling down and derelict. We left bags in the car to check the hotel was still open. Unfortunately it was. Photo on site must be 10 years old. This is a 1 star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A sad state of something that has once been a love

There seems to be a policy to allow this hotel to run down.. Lift and toilets out of order, gardens allowed to grow over , no atmosphere at all. Only good point was rooms were very clean and staff helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

Jane, Somerset

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the picture of the property needs to be updated, to show the fact that half of it burnt down over 3 years ago, it was like arriving in a ghost town, extremely disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

4/10 Poor

SEJK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Half of the hotel is burnt down. The remaining part has seen better days. A paint job would not fix it. The elevators are not working. Same for the public bathrooms. Staff was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Angie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Miss it.

Gone downhill since fire 4 years ago. Too remote, no shop for miles. Same staff member did literally everything except the chef. Hard uncomfortable bed. Lifts not working. Great food in restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

I used to be great

The hotel is falling apart
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Disappointed

All I can say is I think this hotel ( in the lose term) has had its day . Part of it was burnt down .No working lift so no one with disability shoukd book. Room very tired no even painting it would help .bathroom no comment . I wouldn't recommend any one use this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Venue is a little dated, has so much potential to be something more. Bed was uncomfortable and room was stuffy. Bathroom didnt look clean with mould and rusted taps. The up side is the staff were really friendly and the food in the restaurant was enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

Richard, Reading

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

Awful hotel - don't book - dont believe the pics

Hotel is in a terrible state, Half is derelict and the other wing has its roof missing. The pictures are from another time pre-Apocalypse. Rooms are dirty & falling apart. Worst place I have ever stay - should be closed (should not be on Expedia) - has to be seen to be believed but save yourself. Is a long way out of town down a narrow road.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

Sandrine, london

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

Terrible

Room not cleaned. No staff at arrival. Reservation not found for 30 min. The hotel stink, not clean. The only positive thing is the lake
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Nice Views - Pity about the Hotel

Hotel is tired and needs complete refurbishment - however - the views from the rooms over the lake are stunning and the rooms are large and spacious. The Hotel decor is very dated and this along with the poor state of repair of fixtures and fittings lets it down.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice view but not nice hotel not 4* at all. Not worth the cost
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

stuart

Basic but nice

Ok, so apparently there was a fire and flooding there in 2014 when I say apparently you can see there was. So 75% of the hotel is no longer in use. You would think after 4 years they would have that repaired already. Other than that the hotel is basic but nice. Ideal for a night or 2 it needs some serious money spent on it. It was clean and tidy. The staff were welcoming and very friendly and the food was delicious. The £10 for breakfast seems expensive however what you’re offered makes it good value so take advantage. Overall this hotel is worth a visit it’s not posh, this current picture on hotels.com is when the hotel was in good condition so don’t be disappointed on arrival. But the rooms are a good size and comes with a private balcony over looking the lake. And yes I would go back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Tired Hotel

Very Tired Hotel. Shabby décor, unhelpful staff. I needs a total overhaul as the location is quite good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

4/10 Poor

Impression

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was run down with no air conditioning Shower was a dribble of water. Staff were friendly. Television was broken, lifts were broken, no phone in the room, toilets in restaurant were out of service. We would not stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

4/10 Poor

Neeta

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Mrs Neeta

Very quite but not clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t bother

Terrible hotel Completely run down and in need of a massive makeover
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

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

Poor

No wifi, no lifts, 3 Tv channels, wasps nest on the balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
In desperate need of refurbishment. Rooms tired and not maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Mallika

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

Good but lacked amenities

The elevator is out of order & has been out for over a few months. It was hard for me with a disabled daughter and two of my guests with back problems!!! The manager was nice to offer refunds but we did not accept since its hard to book into another so late in the day.good breakfast & friendly staff Did not have enough desk fans to all of our rooms and it was hot!!!! AC was only in lobby
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

stephen, suffolk

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

In need of refurbishment

No way a 4 star Hotel . No air con in rooms , half hotel closed down due to a fire , no air con in rooms . Hotel needs to be closed down until it has been refurbished.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018