Name: ibis Reading Centre | Well Equipped Hotel in Reading - ALL
Address: 25A Friar Street, READING, RG1 1DP, GB
Telephone: +441189533500
Rating: 4.2

ibis Reading Centre

Vibrant economy hotel, open to everyone

Welcome to ibis Reading Centre, an hotel with a modern and vibrant design and perfectly located in the town centre - an excellent choice for both business and leisure guest. ibis Reading Centre offers all the necessities with no fussy frills, from a hearty breakfast buffet to free Wi-Fi, a 24hr snack bar to super comfortable Sweet Beds in every room. Here you will enjoy all the mod cons at sensible rates. Reading's shopping centres, bars and restaurants are only a short stroll away from the hotel.

The hotel is based in the town centre of Reading where there are plenty of shops and restaurants to visit. Reading also hosts the annual Reading Festival. The hotel is also only a short drive away from the Madejski Stadium Leisure facilities Day Pass in Novotel Reading Centre available for £8 when staying with us. For more information contact reception.

Set on the Thames and Kennet rivers, Reading is home to one of the UK's biggest annual music festivals. From our prime location, Reading FC's Madejski Stadium is a 10-minute drive, and keen shoppers can reach The Oracle mall in just 10 minutes on foot.

The ibis Reading is ideal for shopping and business purposes thanks to the hotel's location in the Town Centre. On behalf of the ibis Reading Centre Team, I would like to welcome you to our hotel!

Magnus Andersen, Hotel Management

Hotel extras

Central location, with plenty of nearby transport links
Oracle shopping centre is located nearby
The on-site bar offers a variety of light meals & snacks
Pet-friendly hotel, with on-site facilities
Landmarks include the Madjeski Stadium and Reading Abbey

Our accommodation(s)

Room

Double SweetRoom by ibis

2 pers. max

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)

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Room

Double room with 1 double bed

2 pers. max

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)

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Room

Twin room with 2 beds

2 pers. max
0 m² / 0 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Twin bed(s)

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Room

Accessible Standard Room with twin beds

2 pers. max
20 m² / 215 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Accessible Standard Room with double bed

2 pers. max
20 m² / 215 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Accessible Standard Room with twin beds

2 pers. max
20 m² / 215 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Accessible Standard Room with double bed

2 pers. max
20 m² / 215 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Accessible room

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Hotel location

ibis Reading Centre

25A Friar Street
RG1 1DP READING
United Kingdom

GPS:51.456735, -0.972356

+44 118 953 3500

+44 118 953 3510

READING STATION

Railway station

Access: 200 m / 0.12 mi 5 min walk / 2 min drive

ASCOT RACECOURSE

Racetrack

Access: 24 km / 14.91 mi 35 min drive

WINDSOR

Other attractions

Access: 32 km / 19.89 mi 40 min drive

LEGOLAND

Entertainment/theatre district

Access: 35 km / 21.75 mi 40 min drive

OXFORD

Other attractions

Access: 41 km / 25.48 mi 45 min drive

Hotel services

Check-in from 03:00 PM - Check out up to 12:00 PM

On site

Pets welcome
Wheelchair accessible
Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Bar
100% Non Smoking Property

Near the property

Car park

BAR

Unwind with a coffee, sip a chilled sauvignon or bond over a beer or two. Our stylish on-site bar is the perfect place to kick back and relax or spend quality time with your travel companions.

Our guest reviews

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ALL Rating 4.2/5 960 reviews

Tina R. Friends - 2/15/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

We stay here quite often and never had any problems apart from this time the Wi-Fi was playing up but that’s the only time this has happened

Dear Tina, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback regarding your stay. We are delighted to hear that you appreciate our location and find our beds comfortable. We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with the Wi-Fi during your recent visit, as we strive to provide a seamless experience for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next stay. Best regards, Amy / Front Office

Mabel N. Business - 2/15/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

I have used the hotel consistently for two years and the staff have always been polite and helpful. The hotel is also well located and comfortable. My last visit though, the room heater was quite noisy, hence I took off a star. This has not been my experience previously though. Would definitely recommend.

Dear Mabel, Thank you for your kind words regarding our staff and the location of our hotel. We are delighted to learn that you have consistently enjoyed your visits over the past two years. We appreciate your feedback regarding the room heater and will take it into consideration. Your recommendation means a great deal to us and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Best regards, Amy / Front Office

Jason H. Friends - 2/14/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Convenient and well priced for a group gathering in Reading

Dear Jason, Thank you for your positive feedback regarding your recent stay with us. We are delighted to hear that you found our location convenient and well-suited for your group gathering in Reading. Our team strives to provide a comfortable and affordable experience for all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, Amy / Front Office

Christopher B. Solo - 2/13/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

I have stayed several times at the Ibis in Reading and generally have had a good experience. This time, checkin was friendly and efficient, the room was clean and generally good and I enjoyed the breakfast. There were two problems - I couldn't get my TV to work (I didn't actually report this so I didn't give them a chance to fix it or explain what I was doing wrong) and one of the two lifts wasn't working, which was poor considering how many floors the hotel has.

Dear Christopher, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at ibis Reading Centre. We are pleased to hear that you have enjoyed your stays with us and appreciate your positive remarks regarding our friendly check-in process, the cleanliness of your room, and the breakfast offerings. We sincerely apologize for the inconveniences you encountered during your recent visit. The functionality of in-room entertainment is important and we encourage guests to report any issues to our team so that we can assist promptly. Regarding the lift service, we understand how critical it is for our guests, especially in a multi-floor hotel. Maintenance of our facilities is a priority and we are continually working to ensure that all amenities function at their best. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve our services, and we appreciate your loyalty to our hotel. We look forward to welcoming you back for another pleasant stay in the future. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us should you need any assistance during your next visit. Kind regards, Amy / Front Office

Spratley H. Couples - 2/12/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Always a warm welcome by staff and again, room was spotless and had everything one needs. Great value too and near train station.

Dear H., Thank you for your kind words regarding your recent stay at ibis Reading Centre. We are delighted to hear that you appreciated our central location, the warm hospitality of our staff and the cleanliness of your room. It is our priority to provide great value and comfort to our guests and we are pleased that you found everything to your satisfaction. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, Marta / Front Office