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The Narrowboat

3.5 star property
Comfortable inn near University of Reading

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The Narrowboat

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Front of property
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite
Lobby
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Overview of The Narrowboat

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Explore the area

Map
Blakes Lock, Gas Works Road, Reading, England, RG1 3EQ
  • Popular LocationRoyal Berkshire Hospital8 min walk
  • Popular LocationOracle11 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Reading4 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)39 min drive

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 3.3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 1.1 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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4.0 out of 5, Very good, (1001)
The price is AU$137
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
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About the area

Reading

The Narrowboat places you steps from Kennet & Avon Canal and within a 10-minute stroll of Reading Abbey Ruins. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and barbecues. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Reading City Centre inn, attractions include Thames River and University of Reading.
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What's nearby

  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 8 min walk
  • Oracle - 11 min walk
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 12 min walk
  • Hexagon - 18 min walk
  • University of Reading - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Reading Station - 14 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min walk
  • The Jolly Anglers - 7 min walk
  • Back of Beyond - 5 min walk
  • Veeno - 11 min walk
  • The Lyndhurst Bar & Kitchen - 6 min walk

About this property

The Narrowboat

Comfortable inn near University of Reading
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a BBQ, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at The Narrowboat. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Reading inn is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Narrowboat offers 5 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Reading inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Reception and check-in hours are noon to 10:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

BEL DRAGON READING Inn
BEL DRAGON READING
BEL THE DRAGON READING
The Narrowboat Inn
The Narrowboat Reading
Bel The Dragon Reading
The Narrowboat Inn Reading

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Narrowboat?

The Narrowboat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Narrowboat?

Yep, The Narrowboat has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Narrowboat?

No, The Narrowboat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Narrowboat?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Narrowboat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Narrowboat?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Narrowboat Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 100 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good business trip stay
Perfectly good for a business trip, helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Reading
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and fabulous ambience. A great combination of rustic and industrial decor. Staff more than happy to go the extra mile. I was staying there to be in time for a hospital appointment early the next morning so was unable to sample the food but what I saw coming out of the kitchen looked delicious. I have already invited three of my friends for a night out there in January to beat the January Blues. If you are looking to stay somewhere nice in Reading, the Narroboat is an inspired choice!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely hotel would recommend A+
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely and made us feel welcome. The room was a bit disappointing. Wasnt cleaned well and a bit dusty, dirty. Thier was a crack in the sink and tap was leaking. Needs a update and bit more luxurious for the price. Also rang ahead for let them know it was our wedding night. They said they would arrange somthing special for us which they didnt. But the staff did give us a free drink from.the bar. Thought the restaurant was too expensive and need more choice..
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Pui Fung

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, not expensive hotel. The cafe is really good.

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous
Food was wonderful .Bedrooms were beautiful. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillipa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay… beautiful room in a fabulous pub. Very friendly staff. Very noisy early in the morning with deliveries. Gorgeous breakfast, which we didn’t realise was included in the stay so was a nice surprise! It should be advertised as included. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023