ibis Reading Centre

Hotels
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ibis
7.9 (6313 reviews)
25A Friar Street , Reading , GB

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
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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.

If you have any further question, please do not hesitate to contact us on 0189 533 500.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 6313 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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Jemma • couple • gb
7
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Maciej • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Yasemin • family_with_children • tr
9
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Pitney • family_with_children • gb
7
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Ziqi • couple • gb
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Alireza • family_with_children • nl
5
Good value but think twice
Pros:

Location was good. Close to station and bus stop. Also close to lots places to eat and shop

Cons:

There were homeless rough sleepers everywhere around the hotel. So you come out the hotel and that is the first thing you see.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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June • couple • ie
8
Great location staff very welcoming beds very c
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • au
5
We stayed for one night. It was serviceable. Clean, had soaps, aircon, window opened.
Cons:

We got food poisoning from the buffet breakfast

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Good central location

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • couple • gb
10
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Kev • solo_traveller • gb
8
Simple and easy with no fuss. Shame the prices fluctuate too much to warrant using more regularly
Pros:

Perfect for staying in centre of town and surprisingly quiet. Room standards were good.

Cons:

Having my breakfast removed while I popped to the bathroomj

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Myrna • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great location very comfortable and reasonable price. Breakfast was really nice and staff are so accommodating.

Cons:

Tv not work i think wifi dont work well.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Ann • solo_traveller • gb
8
Location is Easily accessed and the breakfast is too excellent with a lesser price
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
Диана • couple • bg
7
Добро съотношение качество цена
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Marie • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Maxine • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The hotel was in a great location close to the station and all amenities. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, especially Alicia who was great and even helped me sign up to the rewards programme. Room was clean and comfortable with everything you needed for a comfortable stay

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Niklas • solo_traveller • se
7
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Mirembe • couple • gb
9
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • sg
7
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee