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ibis Reading Centre

Property class: 3

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A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a patterned wall.
A modern hotel with a glass facade and a red-brick base.
A reception desk with a digital display, a potted plant, and a modern interior design.
The entrance to an ibis hotel with a reception desk, glass doors, and a sign above the entrance.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a city view.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is AU$88
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

Explore the area

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25A Friar Street, Reading, England, RG1 1DP
  • Place, Oracle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Museum and Town Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hexagon
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a large abstract painting above the bed.

Double SweetRoom by ibis

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a wall-mounted artwork, and a door.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Reading

Ibis Reading Centre places you in the centre of Reading, steps from John Lewis Reading and within a short 5-minute stroll of Reading Museum and Town Hall. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Full breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Reading City Centre hotel include Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin and St. Laurence Church.

What's nearby

  • Oracle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • John Lewis Reading - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Broad Street Mall - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hexagon - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Reading Station - 4 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Three Guineas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McCafferty's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min walk

About this property

ibis Reading Centre

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Ibis Reading Centre also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This 3-star Reading hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 182 guestrooms or units
  • 14 levels
  • Built in 2006
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ibis Reading Centre offers 182 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Reading hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (GBP 7 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Vegetable garden

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • Built in 2006
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 30
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12 for adults and from GBP 6 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 7 per day(1969 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Photos appearing in the property description reflect the brand standard and are for illustrative purposes only.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

ibis Hotel Reading Centre
Ibis Reading Centre Hotel Reading
ibis Reading Centre Hotel
ibis Reading Centre Reading
ibis Reading Centre Hotel Reading
ibis Reading Centre (new ibis rooms)
ibis Reading Centre (new ibis rooms) Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at ibis Reading Centre?

Ibis Reading Centre offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at ibis Reading Centre?

As of 6 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis Reading Centre on 4 Oct 2026 start from AU$88, 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 ibis Reading Centre family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as highchairs and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that ibis Reading Centre is a hit with families.

Does ibis Reading Centre serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ibis Reading Centre?

No, ibis Reading Centre does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at ibis Reading Centre?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at ibis Reading Centre?

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

ibis Reading Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 459 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast selection, hotel well situated for travel and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Rooms on the small size and bed seemed uncomfortable but apart from that great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, good breakfast, beds were comfortable, good location, extra pillows were a plus
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Amina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Disha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was good value for money
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, friendly staff, clean rooms and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent buffet breakfast, staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ibis Reading is very close to the train/bus station. It’s affordable and cosy. It’s a bit of a maze to find your room and the dining room but still a good value for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean rooms and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing value and phenominal staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the breakfast was fantastic . so much choice presentation was lovely .aĺl staff very helpful .bedroom was very clean .shower was spotless .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good, convenient location for central Reading. I booked last minute and upon arrival, Marissa was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice hotel, only stayed one night. the only thing I wasn't expecting was to go next door for breakfast, but apart from that I would use again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay in the city centre, close to everything. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Our room was spotless, the breakfast was excellent value for money and very tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mrs SM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, good shower - except that the shower gel dispenser was obviously installed by a tall man - I struggled to use it. Convenient for the station and a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Des

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
extremely friendly helpful staff member at check in
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did the job for a budget hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staffing, nice location, seems to be a bit aged
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are superb. Breakfast excellent selection & choice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent chain hotel in city centre close to railway station, no problem with noise despite being near the night life. Would use again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast selection was great and the hotel overall was clean and convenient to travel to/from.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was a bit like a cabin on the Brittany Ferries but larger. The room was clean but very basic- the bed was comfortable. There was no information given when checking in, so hadn't a clue we could have had breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were excellent - room adequate, clean & tidy. Breakfast is excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean comfortable room friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026