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Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale spa hotel, walk to Thames River

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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Map
Caversham Bridge Richfield Avenue, Reading, England, RG1 8BD
  • Popular LocationOracle19 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Berkshire Hospital4 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Reading6 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)41 min drive

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

7.1/10 Good

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

7.3/10 Good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room

9.4/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium Room

Premium Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

8.6/10 Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Reading

Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel places you in the centre of Reading, steps from Thames Path and within a short 5-minute stroll of Thames River. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Revive can include massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Acqua, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Acqua Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room, conference space, and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class Reading hotel you'll find Lapland UK.

What's nearby

  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 17 min walk
  • Oracle - 19 min walk
  • Hexagon - 3 min drive
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 4 min drive
  • University of Reading - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Reading Station - 14 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Toby Carvery - 2 min walk
  • The Moderation - 2 min walk
  • Clay’s Kitchen & Bar - 10 min walk
  • The Fox and Hounds Beer House, Caversham - 11 min walk
  • TGI Fridays - Reading Caversham Road - 9 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel

Upscale spa hotel, walk to Thames River
Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. A hot tub, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the eco-certified Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

  • 122 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel offers 122 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Reading hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Revive has 5 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Acqua
  • Acqua Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.95 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 15.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

As of 29 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel on 2 June 2024 start from AU$153.68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel has a self car park for GBP 15.00 per day.

Is there a spa on site at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Revive is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Is Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, guests give a thumbs up to the buffet brekkie here! Available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

No, Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 403 out of 915 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 915 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 915 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 915 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 915 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alison

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Toni

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No jacuzzi
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worth visiting again
Our room was very clean with some nice surprises we weren't expecting. I only gave four stars because we weren't able to use the jacuzzi and steam room which were out of order. Overall, a great experience with professional and pleasant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadezda

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room
It was our 1st Anniversary celebration we booked this hotel to be able to use all facilities such as Jacuzzi, etc. the room I booked was meant to be with a river view. When we arrived we been told that Jacuzzi is out of order and also when we arrive in our room we find out the room we been put in have no view on river, the stuff was not helpful to sort it out. We was will to pay extra for upgraded room but hotel staff refused as we used klarna to pay for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARCELO ENRIQUE

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Heath

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst hotel experience - avoid
I recently arrived for just a one night businesss stopover at Reading and selected Crowne Plaza as a known brand though I hadn’t previously stayed. At check in, staff were pleasant though the hotel looked a little run down and one of the main lifts was out of service. Up to my room and the corridor area was clearly past due for renovation, old and frankly a little grubby. Entering my room and I was disgusted at what was waiting - room clearly not cleaned / made up. Not sure what the previous occupant had used it for but bedding everywhere, toilet roll on the bed and toilet paper all over the room with blood over the white sheets. Bathroom also a mess. Straight back to reception to huge apologies, tokens for drinks and a long wait for another room. Mid Jan and this room was freezing cold and heating didn’t work. Eventually fixed by maintenance so sat for an hr in my coat while the room slowly warmed up. Room service food was limited so had a very average dinner while waiting for some heat. No further apology at checkout - I have discussed with colleagues and my entire team will not now use Crowne Plaza when in Reading - worst hotel experience I can remember. What happened to the Crowne Plaza brand standards?
As found at at check in - Dirty room, blood over bed sheets
Disgusting - bathroom similar
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024