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ibis Reading Centre

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near River Thames

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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 WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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

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8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(61 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
(61 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Reading

City center stay.A stay at this Reading City Centre hotel places you steps from John Lewis Reading and within a 5-minute walk of Reading Museum and Town Hall. River Thames and Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin are also within half a mile (1 km).

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
  • Reading Central Library - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Reading Abbey Ruins - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Siren RG1 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Three Guineas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McCafferty's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬3 min walk

About this property

ibis Reading Centre

3-star hotel near River Thames
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 a 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ibis Reading Centre offers 182 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking within 0.4 miles (GBP 7 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 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

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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 cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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: approximately GBP 12 for adults and 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 each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 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

How close is ibis Reading Centre to the airport?

Ibis Reading Centre is 22 mi (60-min drive) away from the Farnborough (FAB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Aug 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis Reading Centre on Sept 6, 2026 start from CA $73, excluding 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.

Does ibis Reading Centre have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at ibis Reading Centre.

Does ibis Reading Centre offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at ibis Reading Centre, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at ibis Reading Centre?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at ibis Reading Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM. Early check-in costs GBP 30 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at ibis Reading Centre?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does ibis Reading Centre have a pool?

Ibis Reading Centre does not have a pool.

Does ibis Reading Centre have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does ibis Reading Centre have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is ibis Reading Centre to downtown Reading?

Ibis Reading Centre is 0.2 mi away from Reading.

ibis Reading Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 458 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1000 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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, convienient, relaxed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean; Comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 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

Onur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good , thank you
Stayed 2 nights 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

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central hotel near the train station. Very comfy bed and pillows. Compact room, but everything we needed was there. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff, room as expected for an Ibis. Breakfast was good & the breakfast staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Prakash

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, clean room. Amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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

10/10 Excellent

Oana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, good location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026