Novotel Reading Centre 4 stars

Customer review rating (ALL Rating) 4.2/5 1,018 reviews

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

Description

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)

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Room

Standard room - 2 single beds

Photo out of - Standard room - 2 single beds

Enjoy modern decor and ergonomic comfort: 2 single beds, en-suite bath with separate shower, large flexible work area, 32" LCD TV and free Internet access, hairdryer, iron, laptop safe and tea and coffee facilities.

Max. number of persons
2
Area
From 24 m² / 258 sq ft

Bedding

Single bed(s) x2

Extra bed in room for child on request

Baby crib on request

Food And Beverage

Food And Beverage Facilities

  • Coffee/tea making facilities

Bathroom

Bathroom Facilities

  • Accessible bathroom
  • Bathroom doors 32 inches wide

Media And Technology

Internet Facilities

  • High speed internet

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone

Tv Facilities

  • Music TV channels

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Blackout curtain
  • Double Glazing
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron
  • Opening windows
  • Soundproof doors
  • Soundproof room

Electric Facilities

  • 220/240 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk
  • 2 pers. max
  • 24 m² / 258 sq ft
  • Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)
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An experience combining relaxation and focus. All our Standard room features plus a Nespresso coffee machine, Bose Ipod docking station, extra bathroom amenities, bathrobe and slippers, complimentary internet access, local calls and water.

Max. number of persons
4
Area
From 25 m² / 269 sq ft

Bedding

Queen size bed(s) x1

Extra bed in room for child on request

Baby crib on request

Food And Beverage

Food And Beverage Facilities

  • Coffee/tea making facilities

Bathroom

Bathroom Facilities

  • Accessible bathroom
  • Bathroom doors 32 inches wide

Media And Technology

Internet Facilities

  • High speed internet

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone

Tv Facilities

  • Music TV channels

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Blackout curtain
  • Double Glazing
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron
  • Opening windows
  • Soundproof doors
  • Soundproof room

Electric Facilities

  • 220/240 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk
See availabilities

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Blackout curtain
  • Double Glazing
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron
  • Opening windows
  • Soundproof doors
  • Soundproof room

Electric Facilities

  • 220/240 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk
See availabilities

Hotel location

Novotel Reading Centre

25b Friar Street
RG1 1DP READING
United Kingdom

GPS:51.456745, -0.972343

Telephone
Fax +44 118 952 2610

Access and transport

Hotel services

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On site
  • Swimming pool
  • Car park
  • Pets welcome
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Fitness center
  • Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Meeting rooms
  • 100% Non Smoking Property
  • Room service
  • 179 rooms
  • 10 rooms for people with reduced mobility
  • 155 family rooms
  • 27 connecting rooms
  • 179 non-smoking rooms
  • 13 floors

Languages spoken at the hotel

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • Polish
  • Portuguese

Reduced mobility Facilities

100% Non Smoking Property

Elevator to all floor

Laundry / Valet Services

  • Dry cleaning / Ironing

Wi-Fi

  • High Speed internet
  • High Speed WiFi
  • WiFi at the hotel
  • WiFi in the communal areas

Desk equipment available

  • Shoe shine machine

Check In & Check-out facilities

  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Late Checkout

Luggage storage

  • Luggage storage

Pets

Pets allowed Additional charge

Catering

One Bar

Room service

  • Cold snacks
  • Hot meals

Breakfast

  • Buffet Additional charge

Business

10 Meeting rooms

Business Center

  • Self service business center
  • Business center with support staff

Well-being

For Guests & Non Residents

  • Covered
  • On site

For Guests & Non Residents

  • On site
  • Sauna room

Sports and leisure

Bodybuilding equipment/Gym

  • On site

Gym

  • On site
  • On site
  • Indoor parking
  • Private
  • No parking space
  • Parking opened 24/7

  • Parking pricing: 24.48 € 21 GBP

Services & equipment

  • Intercom

Security

  • Well-lit parking

GOURMET BAR

Photo 1 out of 2 - 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.

Bar Type
BAR
Capacity
18
Accessibility
Accessible service
Menu PDF
Telephone +44 118 952 2600

Other informations

Services

  • Air conditioning
  • Free Wireless internet (WiFi)
  • Wheelchair access

Payment

  • Credit card
  • Contactless

Credit cards

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Maestro
  • Visa

Wine and other drinks information

  • Cocktail
  • Wine by the glass available
  • Soft drinks

Bar Recreation facilites

  • Board games

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.

Because great days start with a good breakfast. You can now enjoy our full hot English Breakfast & Continental Breakfast in our restaurant which is operating 7 days per week. Mon-Fri from 06:30am to 10am , Sat-Sun from 07am to 11am.

On Site / Indoor / Heated Pool

On Site / Strength Equipment / Weight Machine / Free Weights / Treadmill

Sauna and Steam Room

Our guest reviews

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ALL Rating  4.2/5  1,018 reviews

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Ineke S. Couples - Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our central location and the amenities, including the swimming pool and steam room. It is rewarding to know that our reception team provided a warm welcome and helpful service. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Barry H. Couples - Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words regarding our location and the reception staff. We are pleased to hear that you had a positive experience during your stay. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and will be shared with the team. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Hayley D. Families - Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your positive feedback regarding your recent stay. We are delighted to hear that you found our staff, particularly Marissa, to be wonderful and attentive. We appreciate your understanding regarding the room upgrade and hope your stay was enjoyable. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Joanne S. Solo - Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words regarding our staff and the relaxing atmosphere of our hotel. We are pleased to hear that you had a positive experience during your stay. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 3.5/5

Patrick S. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay at Novotel Reading Centre. I am pleased to hear that you found our location convenient and appreciated the cleanliness of our facilities, as well as the amenities provided in your room. However, I regret that there were several aspects of your experience that did not meet your expectations. I acknowledge the discomfort caused by the room temperature and the maintenance issues you encountered, including the kettle and bath fixtures. Your comments regarding the housekeeping service and the replenishment of toiletries and beverages have been duly noted and will be addressed with the relevant team to ensure improvements are made. We appreciate your feedback, as it helps us enhance the quality of our services. Thank you once again, and we hope to welcome you back in the future. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our central location and the amenities, including the swimming pool and steam room. It is rewarding to know that our reception team provided a warm welcome and helpful service. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Barry H. Couples - Confirmed reviews ALL

Reception staff were very good and polite

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words regarding our location and the reception staff. We are pleased to hear that you had a positive experience during your stay. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and will be shared with the team. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Hayley D. Families - Confirmed reviews ALL

Stayed here with my 2 adult daughters. Initially the room wasnt quite big enough for the 3 of us so we upgraded to an Exec room on the 10th. Marissa on the front desk was wonderful and ensured we had everything we needed for our stay.

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your positive feedback regarding your recent stay. We are delighted to hear that you found our staff, particularly Marissa, to be wonderful and attentive. We appreciate your understanding regarding the room upgrade and hope your stay was enjoyable. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Joanne S. Solo - Confirmed reviews ALL

Relaxing

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words regarding our staff and the relaxing atmosphere of our hotel. We are pleased to hear that you had a positive experience during your stay. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 3.5/5

Patrick S. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

Good points: very clean, well located, nice foyer, baths & fridges in rooms, quiet room, decent size rooms, nice toiletries, spa and swimming pool, staff generally (although also see other points). Bad points: room too warm and difficult to cool, too many broken things (kettle didn't self cancel, bath could only be filled with shower head, bath and basin controls fell off), hand wash was empty on arrival and not filled during housekeeping visit, tea and coffee not replenished during housekeeping visit. Other points: staff distracted on initial welcome (so initial impression was poor), rooms & corridors & lifts felt worn, room a very odd layout - toilet so far from basin not great, filtered water only available from reception - not sure of reason for not including in the fridge on arrival but annoying to get to 13th floor to find out you have to go back to reception! Overall, a decent stay, particularly for the price, but the small issues really detracted from the experience. A little maintenance and a closer eye on the detail needed. Would stay again at the right price.

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay at Novotel Reading Centre. I am pleased to hear that you found our location convenient and appreciated the cleanliness of our facilities, as well as the amenities provided in your room. However, I regret that there were several aspects of your experience that did not meet your expectations. I acknowledge the discomfort caused by the room temperature and the maintenance issues you encountered, including the kettle and bath fixtures. Your comments regarding the housekeeping service and the replenishment of toiletries and beverages have been duly noted and will be addressed with the relevant team to ensure improvements are made. We appreciate your feedback, as it helps us enhance the quality of our services. Thank you once again, and we hope to welcome you back in the future. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Katie K. Families - Confirmed reviews ALL

Came here with my family of four and we had a lovely time. Very nice hotel, clean and spacious, good bar and excellent breakfast. Much nicer than the Ibis next door.

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind feedback regarding your recent stay with us. We are delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed your experience, from the cleanliness and spaciousness of the hotel to the quality of our bar and breakfast offerings. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 1.5/5

Levin Z. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

Room was to hot. Will not stay there again. Needs ac

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your feedback. I regret to hear that the lack of air conditioning in your room affected your stay. We appreciate your comments as they help us improve our services for future guests. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Louise M. Couples - Confirmed reviews ALL

Very clean and comfortable stay, staff very friendly and welcoming.

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words regarding your recent stay. We are delighted to hear that you found our location convenient and enjoyed the cleanliness and comfort of your accommodations, as well as the friendliness of our team. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 4.0/5

Yongkang X. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

The front desk ladies are very kind and are willing to help. Work veRy efficient

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your positive feedback regarding your stay. We are pleased to hear that our front desk team provided you with kind and efficient service. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 3.0/5

Robin S. Solo - Confirmed reviews ALL

Room was adequate. Bathroom was adequate.

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay. We appreciate your comments about our location. However, we strive for excellence in all aspects of our accommodations, and I regret that your room and bathroom did not meet your expectations. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 3.5/5

Alex J. Friends - Confirmed reviews ALL

Always a comfortable stay and a repeat visitor but a fairly loud whirring sound from one of the appliances in 707 - I believe a lamp - disrupted my sleep.

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay. We are pleased to hear that you find our location convenient and have enjoyed your visits. We apologize for the noise disturbance you experienced in your room, and we appreciate your understanding as we strive to maintain a comfortable environment for all guests. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Samantha J. Families - Confirmed reviews ALL

Great hotel all around.

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words regarding your recent stay. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the convenient location, friendly staff, and cleanliness of your room. We appreciate your feedback about the breakfast coffee and will take it into consideration for future improvements. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Cd A. Friends - Confirmed reviews ALL

Thankyou nice staff , comfy bed and a nice swim.

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words regarding your recent stay. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed a comfortable bed, appreciated our staff, and had a nice swim. Your feedback is greatly valued. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 4.0/5

David M. Solo - Confirmed reviews ALL

Turned up on Saturday evening desperately needing somewhere to stay overnight as the last train back home for the evening had been cancelled by GWR. The receptionist was very understanding and was able to book me in. Comfortable stay overnight, showed and breakfast in the morning and caught early morning train back. Saved my bacon literally

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. I am pleased to hear that our receptionist was able to assist you during your unexpected stay and that you found your accommodations comfortable. It is always our goal to provide a welcoming environment for our guests, especially in challenging situations. We hope to welcome you back to Novotel Reading Centre in the future for a more leisurely stay. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Rudolfs Z. Friends - Confirmed reviews ALL

It was an amazing stay, even if it was an upgrade due to booking.com's mistake. The steam rooms and pool were having some issues during our stay.

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your positive feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay, despite the issues with the steam rooms and pool facilities. We appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Colleen K. Solo - Confirmed reviews ALL

Conveniently located near a train station with rooms well-insulated from any sounds of the city. Pre-check-in available online to ensure a speedy move through the lobby and up to the room.

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your positive feedback regarding your stay. We are pleased to hear that you found our location convenient and enjoyed the comfort of our well-insulated rooms. It is great to know that the online pre-check-in process enhanced your experience. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Nigel D. Solo - Confirmed reviews ALL

The nighttime reception staff were super friendly and helpful - thank you!

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words regarding our nighttime reception staff. We are pleased to hear that they made your stay enjoyable with their friendly and helpful service. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and motivates our team to continue delivering excellent hospitality. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Lara R. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

The room was very comfortable, the only issue the hot breakfast food wasn't that hot!

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your positive feedback regarding your stay. I am pleased to hear that you found your room comfortable. I appreciate your comment about the hot breakfast food and will ensure that this feedback is taken into consideration for future improvements. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Natalie C. Friends - Confirmed reviews ALL

Great experience of this hotel. The only thing that wasn’t clear was that car parking need to be pre booked.

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words regarding our location, cleanliness, and team. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us improve communication for our guests. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Gabrielle T. Families - Confirmed reviews ALL

Stayed here a few times and came back with the kiddies. They had a blast

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words and for choosing to stay with us again. We are delighted to hear that you and your children had a wonderful experience at our hotel. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit. Kind Regards, Toni Tolentino Front Office Manager Novotel Reading Centre

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