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ibis Reading Centre

3.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed
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Ibis Reading Centre, in the city's heart, offers an eco-friendly base for travelers. Enjoy a bar, on-site restaurant, and peaceful garden. Multilingual staff assist guests, and practical amenities include bicycle rentals and laundry services.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$74
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double SweetRoom by ibis

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Located in Reading City Centre, a neighbourhood in Reading, ibis Reading Centre is in a shopping district and near a train station. Shinfield Studios and Predator Assault, Laser Combat are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Oracle and John Lewis Reading. Lagoona Park and Beale Park are also worth visiting.
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25A Friar Street, Reading, England, RG1 1DP

What's nearby

  • Oracle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hexagon - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Reading - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Reading Station - 3 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Siren RG1
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • Itsu
  • ‪The Oakford Social Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Signal Box - ‬1 min walk

About this property

ibis Reading Centre

Eco-certified hotel near Thames River
Dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at ibis Reading Centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a vegetable garden and a TV in reception
  • A reception hall, laundry services and a lift
  • Multilingual staff, coffee/tea in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 182 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and free infant beds
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2006
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling 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
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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 in guestrooms
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

We should mention

The photos in this description reflect the brand standard and are provided 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

Is ibis Reading Centre pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis Reading Centre on 12 Oct 2025 start from NZ$74.26, 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.

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 is available for a fee of GBP 30 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at ibis Reading Centre?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for GBP 30 (subject to availability).

Where is ibis Reading Centre located?

Located in Reading City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of John Lewis Reading and Thames River. Oracle and St. Laurence Church are also within 5 minutes. Reading Station and Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

ibis Reading Centre Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 437 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 353 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1016 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Satoru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and breakfast were good.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gilles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great central location, clean basic room, nice lobby/lounge/bar area, great views (room was on the 14th floor).
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Overall a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Augustine

Excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Harvinder

Central to a lot of transportation and shopping
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was one of the best I’ve had
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kwong Khiam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is well located near the train station, making it very convenient for us to make day trips to other cities as Reading is a major train hub. We like the room configuration too. Although the room is small but it has everything we need. Of course we like the price, really good value for money.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

CEPHAS

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Harvinder

Rooms could use a fridge, a deep scrub to get rid of spiders under the bed, clean elevators
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Briant james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Affordable location within the town near to all pubs, restaurants and shopping places.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice vibe. Inexpensive. Clean. Small shower. No fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pretty basic, just a suped up student accommodation really but does the basics for a night away. Breakfast was really nice and plentiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Horst

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had initially trouble with the key card operating the lift, but then it worked okay. The cleanliness of our room and service was excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean room, comfortable bed. Close to the train station and shopping areas. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Good stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHINICHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good very convincing place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfy and quiet. Breakfast was of good value and quality. Would recommend if you want cheaper accomodation and a very quick train journey into London without London prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy to check in. Room was clean and perfect for one night. Super close to the shops, restaurants and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice right in town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cyril

Liked: Amenities
Very convenient & central to trains/ restaurants etc. a Although no car parking on site, hotel has good discounted car parking nearby- but not so easy to find if you are unfamiliar with area. Pleased to have good double glazing against the raucous noise from revellers that goes on into early hours of the morning. Reception staff most helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Arrienne

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was rude
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Served our purpose perfectly for going to Ascot
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oyinda

Friendly staff, Clean room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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