ibis Reading Centre

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ibis
7.9 (5572 reviews)
25A Friar Street , Reading , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Value for money
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Room ventilation problems
Poor service experience in some instances

Categories

Cleanliness
7.04
There were mentions of not clean towels and discomfort with the room clarity.
Service
8.51
Staff were noted to be friendly and accommodating, despite some service issues.
Location
9.05
Consistently mentioned as excellent, near transport and amenities.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms described as comfortable but with temperature control issues.
Amenities
7.53
Basic amenities were mentioned with mixed reviews on quality.
Value for Money
7.99
Good price relative to location, though some mentioned issues reduce perception.
Food and Beverage
7.54
Breakfast was described positively but some items were lacking in temperature.
Overall Experience
8.01
Guests generally enjoyed their stay but faced notable inconveniences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 10:56

Property Description

Central Location and Convenient Transport Links
Located just 2 minutes' walk from Reading Railway Station, ibis Reading Centre offers easy access to the city's attractions and is a short train ride from London Paddington Station.

Comfortable Rooms and 24-Hour Bar
Featuring 182 air-cooled en-suite rooms, guests can relax in comfort. The on-site bar serves snacks round the clock, ensuring you're never hungry during your stay.

Accessible to Major Business and Sports Venues
Situated near GreenPark Business Park and the Madejski Stadium, ibis Reading Centre is the ideal choice for business travelers and sports fans alike.

Book your stay at ibis Reading Centre now for a convenient and enjoyable experience in Reading!

Important information:

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorization (certified signature).

Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival.

During refurbishment, work will commence from 08:30- 16:00 on weekdays.

As a result, there will be some construction noise and we ask for your kindly cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience.

If you have any further question, please do not hesitate to contact us on 0189 533 500.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 5572 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.04
Service: 8.51
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 7.53
Value for Money: 7.99
Food and Beverage: 7.54
Overall Experience: 8.01
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Michael • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Good

Cons:

None

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • gb
9
meet my needs
Pros:

for price room adaquate

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Tom • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Diane • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

The hotel room was clean and the hotel breakfast was great. The staff were helpful.

Cons:

Everything was good.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • gb
10
Brilliant
Pros:

Access to town and railway station

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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BobA • solo_traveller • gb
7
In the dynamic, bustling, centre of town.
Pros:

If you want to stay in the centre of Reading in anticipation of the town achieving UNESCO heritage status, this is the place.

Cons:

Only one of the lifts was working, which made for long waits at busy times.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Stella • couple • gb
8
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • family_with_children • se
3
Cons:

The keys kept failing to work and a faulty lamp never got fixed over our 5 night stay

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Alan Leslie • solo_traveller • gb
7
Meeting
Pros:

Good location and near station

Cons:

English breakfast was not freshly

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Baerbel • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Clean simple hotel room
Ideal for a couple of nights.

Cons:

Not much. The room was fairly small but enough for a short stay.

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Akadass • couple • gb
1
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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birdsall • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Shishir • family_with_children • gb
7
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Monika • extended_group • gb
9
Toppenläge mitt i Reading och supernära stationen. Trevlig personal och fräscha rum.
Pros:

Ett stenkast från tågstationen, och ett fantastiskt läge med allt man kan tänkas behöva inom några få minuter eller mindre.
Massor av restauranger, barer och butiker. Väldigt trevlig lobby och personal dessutom. Rummet var fräscht och hyfsat stort. Man kan inte begära så mycket mer för priset. Dessutom serverar de pizza 24/7!

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Eugenie • solo_traveller • nl
10
Excellent accommodation & staff
Pros:

In the middle of the town centre, shops, public transport, and all amenities are within walking distance; in addition, it is only 3 minutes from the central station, which also has a coach to Heathrow Airport: a superb location and very friendly, helpful staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Cherise • couple • gb
9
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee