Novotel Reading Centre 4 stars

Name: Novotel Reading Centre | 4 Star Hotel | Near Train Station - ALL
Address: 25b Friar Street, READING, RG1 1DP, GB
Telephone: +441189522600
Rating: 4.2

Customer review rating (ALL Rating) 4.2/5 987 reviews

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25b Friar Street, RG1 1DP READING, United Kingdom

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Novotel Reading Centre

Hotel that makes every moment matter

Perfectly suited to business and leisure stays, Novotel Reading Centre is a four-star hotel and conference venue in the heart of Reading, just two minutes from Reading Station. With 10 versatile meeting rooms for up to 110 delegates, it’s ideal for meetings, training, conferences and events. Guests can enjoy contemporary Standard, Executive and Family rooms, plus internationally inspired food and drinks at the Gourmet Bar & Restaurant. A welcoming base for business, events and leisure in central Reading UK

Guests can choose from Standard and Executive rooms, all boasting airy, contemporary designs and warmth. Our family rooms can accommodate two adults and two children comfortably. The Gourmet Bar and Restaurant serves tempting food and drinks from an internationally-inspired menu - the perfect place to unwind after a busy day. Hosting a meeting, conference, or event? Our ten versatile meeting rooms can accommodate up to 110 guests.

Welcome to Novotel Reading! Situated a short walk from the Station. Businesses and shopping malls on our doorstep; your town centre number one choice!

Magnus Andersen, Hotel Management

1. Please note that car parking spaces at the Hotel are limited and must be pre-booked in advance. To reserve a space, kindly call the hotel directly prior to your arrival. 2. Our Hotel is now cashless! Only payment by credit or debit cards will be accepted. 3. Restaurant weekend opening varies. Please contact the Hotel to confirm before booking

Hotel extras

Central location close to primary transport links
Reading train station is only a two minute walk away, London Heathrow Airport is 40 km away
Breakfast available daily: Full English assisted buffet service
10 flexible meeting rooms for up to 110 delegates, ideal for meetings and conferences.
Leisure facilities including gym, pool, sauna, steam room.

Our accommodation(s)

Room

Standard room, ideal for family - 1 Queen bed & a sofa bed

4 pers. max
24 m² / 258 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Queen size bed(s)

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Room

Standard room - 2 single beds

2 pers. max
24 m² / 258 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)

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Room

Executive Room with Queen Size bed

4 pers. max
25 m² / 269 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Queen size bed(s)

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Room

Standard Accessible Room

2 pers. max

Bedding 1 x Queen size bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Standard Accessible Room

2 pers. max

Bedding 1 x Queen size bed(s)
Accessible room

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Hotel location

Novotel Reading Centre

25b Friar Street
RG1 1DP READING
United Kingdom

GPS:51.456745, -0.972343

+44 118 952 2600

+44 118 952 2610

Reading Station

Railway station

Access: 800 m / 0.5 mi 3 min walk

Windsor

Other attractions

Access: 32 km / 19.89 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

Swimming pool
Car park
Pets welcome
Wheelchair accessible
Fitness center
Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Bar
Meeting rooms
100% Non Smoking Property
Room service

GOURMET BAR

Absorb the lively atmosphere at Novotel. In stylish surroundings, choose from an array of beers, wines and cocktails served by our fun and friendly staff. Our buzzing bar offers the perfect place to enjoy an evening's entertainment or relax and unwind.

Meetings & Events

Number of Meeting Room: 10
Surface of the largest room: 106 m² / 1141 sq ft
Maximum seats capacity: 110
Maximum capacity for banquets: 90

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ALL Rating 4.2/5 987 reviews

Cathleen A. U. Families - 8/13/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Lovely polite staff, excellent buffet breakfast! Be nice if pool attendant available as some guests did not abide by 'no cannonball jumping or splashing too much' ... my 5 year old granddaughter and I had to vacate the pool twice due to over-zealous guests taking it over. Also my mistake as I did not realise, I did not get Accor points as a member as I booked through Expedia, not direct with hotel. It was my birthday gift from my children so wanted them to pay the most cost effective price🙄!

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent stay with us. We are delighted to hear that you found our staff polite and enjoyed the excellent buffet breakfast. Your comments about the pool area are appreciated, and we understand that maintaining a relaxing environment is important for all our guests. We will take note of your observations regarding the pool. Regarding the Accor points, we encourage guests to book directly with us to ensure they can benefit from loyalty rewards. We appreciate your understanding in this matter, and we hope you had a wonderful birthday celebration with your family. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Alison D. Business - 8/12/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

The room itself was a comfortable temperature, clean and spacious. There were elements, however, that did not meet the expected standard. I reported this to the front desk on the evening of arrival and at check out the next morning. The main issues were: *The shower head was cracked/not sealed properly and so the water was shooting out in many different directions. *The bath tap to fill the bath was leaking via the shower attachment. On filling the bath and ensuring the dividing tap was fully turned to 'bath tap', it soon became apparent that there was water all over the floor. This was only sorted by me mopping the floor with available towels, and placing the shower head into the bath whilst it was filling. *The Nespresso machine requires a service. It does not fill a cup properly and is clearly an older model. *A desk light remained 'on' throughout the night. Despite it being switched off, the bulb continued to emit a gentle yet irritating low pulsing light. I removed the lightbulb which solved the problem. On a positive, staff were lovely, breakfast was relaxed and food choices were excellent. The location is excellent and the late check-out time of 12 noon was appreciated. These are small issues of general upkeep that need sorted as they do detract from what could have been an excellent stay, but ended up being an irritating one.

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay with us. I am pleased to hear that you found our staff to be lovely and appreciated the breakfast and our convenient location. However, I sincerely apologize for the inconveniences you encountered during your visit. It is disappointing to learn that the maintenance issues with the shower head and bath tap affected your experience. Your comments regarding the Nespresso machine and the desk light are also noted. We strive to maintain high standards of upkeep, and it is clear we fell short in these areas. Rest assured that your feedback has been shared with our maintenance team for further investigation. We value your input as it helps us improve our services and facilities. Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for a more enjoyable stay. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Robert G. H. Solo - 8/11/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words regarding your recent stay. We are delighted to hear that you appreciated the service, cleanliness, and comfort of our rooms. Your feedback is greatly valued and motivates our team to continue delivering excellent hospitality. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Samantha C. Families - 8/11/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your positive feedback. We are delighted to hear that you found our location convenient and enjoyed your stay. It is wonderful to know that you appreciated the pool facilities as well. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Kam C. Solo - 8/11/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent visit. I am sorry to learn that your experience did not meet your expectations due to the cleanliness of your room and the issues with the bath tub. We strive to maintain high standards in our accommodations, and your comments will be addressed with our Housekeeping Team. Your insights are valuable to us as we continuously aim to improve our services. As for the bottle of water in the room, we do provide a can of still and sparkling in the cooler. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

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What are the check-in and check-out times?

At Novotel Reading Centre, check-in is from 03:00 PM and check-out is up to 12:00 PM. For more flexibility, many hotels offer the late check-out option, allowing you to enjoy your stay longer. Indeed, members of the ALL Accor loyalty program benefit from preferential conditions and late check-out. If you are not a member, you can also request a late check-out when booking online, upon arrival or directly at the front desk the day before or the day of departure. A late departure can sometimes be offered until 1-2 PM.

Are there any special offers or discounts available?

Yes, Novotel Reading Centre regularly offers special deals and discounts, mainly accessible through our ALL Accor loyalty program. By becoming a free member, you benefit from preferential rates year-round, often 5% to 10% off. You can also take advantage of exclusive offers sometimes up to 30% or 40% off stays for certain periods. To maximize your savings, check the Deals section on all.accor.com, sign up for newsletters to receive the best offers by email, be flexible with your dates and book directly via the website or the ALL Accor app, to enjoy the best guaranteed rates and earn loyalty points.