Novotel Reading Centre
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Novotel Reading Centre
25b Friar St, Reading, Berkshire RG1 1DP, United Kingdom
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Perfectly suited to family or business stays, Novotel Reading Centre sits in the heart of the town. Many of Readings best restaurants, bars, and shops are just a stone throw from the hotel. There is no shortage of things to do in the area, with easy access to Windsor and Oxford, and family attractions like Legoland nearby. From our central location you can enjoy proximity to local transport links including Reading train station, a two-minute walk away. Thames Valley Park is also just a shuttle bus away.Show More
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Highlights
Ideal location
Varied breakfast
Parking available
Lots to do
Pets welcomeAmenities
Indoor swimming pool
Fitness Room
Private parking
Car Charging Facilities
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
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Property Description
Perfectly suited to family or business stays, Novotel Reading Centre sits in the heart of the town. Many of Readings best restaurants, bars, and shops are just a stone throw from the hotel. There is no shortage of things to do in the area, with easy access to Windsor and Oxford, and family attractions like Legoland nearby. From our central location you can enjoy proximity to local transport links including Reading train station, a two-minute walk away. Thames Valley Park is also just a shuttle bus away.
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4.2/5
Very GoodGreat location (close to the train station). Clean pool.
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Surroundings
Airport: Farnborough Airport
(31.8 km)
Train: Reading Railway Station
(390m)
Landmarks: Revolution Reading
(<100m)
Landmarks: Popworld Reading
(120m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
2
Standard Accessible Room
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric fan
Private toilet
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5
Standard Family Room
1 Queen bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Minibar
Private toilet
Connecting rooms
220V power outlet
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4
Standard Twin Room
2 Single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric fan
Private toilet
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8
Executive Room
1 Double bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Guest Reviews
4.2/5
Very Good
65 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.1
- Amenities3.9
- Location4.6
- Service4.2
Average for similar properties in Reading
AI Summary
Centrally located near Reading train station and town center, offering easy access to amenities. Guests praise the friendly staff and diverse breakfast options, catering to dietary needs.
CamBlogger
December 24, 2024
This is a good hotel but SmartTV did not have other APPs such as Netflix, YouTube etc for watching. Bath room/ toilet doors have no lock.
JessJuice
October 6, 2024
This room was amazing for the price. I asked a quiet area of the hotel and was put on the 12th floor at the end of a corridor and couldn’t hear a thing. Staff were efficient and quick to respond. Room was super spacious - modern bathroom with bath (from which you can view the tv!) and separate shower. Comfortable sofa. Lots of space. Handy mirror angles. Only downside was I don’t think the room had been cleaned in a couple of weeks / hasn’t had guests because it was VERY dusty. And the milk curdled in my tea and left it ‘chunky’ which was fairly rank. Aside from that would recommend and would go back.
Guest User
November 26, 2024
Great location (close to the train station). Clean pool.
Guest User
January 22, 2025
Very convenient location, easy accessible from railway station of Reading. Service is good.
Connie
December 3, 2024
When we first reached the front desk the two staff weren’t paying any attention to us.
The room was clean but needs maintenance.
Location was great.
Would recommend
Guest User
July 23, 2024
Two lifts out of three not working. Remaining one had no light except the glow from the control panel. We were floor 9. Lift took us to 4, then 13, then 10, then 4, then basement, and back to ground floor. My wife has claustrophobia and does not like small dark enclosed spaces. Helpful staff led us through to next-door Ibis where lifts were working and illuminated, and gave us a card to use them.
Price of Snickers bar and similar items is £2.49. Costs 99p in small store just along the road.
Room was OK when we finally got to it, but initial experience puts us off using Novotel again.
Guest User
February 27, 2024
Fab hotel, warm welcome, delicious food, all staff were wonderful
LeeGabriel
August 2, 2024
staff cool, assigned room on low floor next to a flat roof with unpleasant view! after complaining, change to a better floor and open distant view
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Indoor swimming pool
Fitness Room
Private parking
Additional charge
Car Charging Facilities
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Multi-Function Room
Children's Playground
Wake-Up Call
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Indoor swimming pool
Fitness Room
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Multi-Function Room
Children's Playground
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Indoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, £19.00 (approx. €22.72) Daily. Reservation needed.
Private parking
Additional charge
Car charging facilities
Front Desk Services
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
Wake-Up Call
24-Hour Front Desk
Express Check-In and Check-Out
Food & Drink
Bar
Room Service
Lobby Bar
Snack Bar
Alcohol-Free Rooms (On Request)
Halal meals provided
Health & Wellness
Fitness Room
Beauty and Makeup
Public Areas
Elevator
No Smoking in Public Areas
Public Audio System
Water Purifier
Cleaning Services
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Dry Cleaning
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Additional charge
Clothes Dryer
Clothes Steamer
Facilities for Children
Children's Playground
Children's Meals Available
Business Services
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Fax/Copying Service
Free
Multi-Function Room
Accessibility
Accessible Rooms Available
Assistive Listening Devices
Pool Ramp Available
Safety & Security
First Aid Services
CCTV In Public Areas
First-Aid Kit
Fire Alarm
Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 15:00
Check-out: Before 12:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Cot policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Vegetarian
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Buffet:£18.00 (approx. €21.52) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats
Fee: £10.00 (approx. €11.96) per pet per night
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed on request
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 2006
- Number of Rooms: 179
Perfectly suited to family or business stays, Novotel Reading Centre sits in the heart of the town. Many of Readings best restaurants, bars, and shops are just a stone throw from the hotel. There is no shortage of things to do in the area, with easy access to Windsor and Oxford, and family attractions like Legoland nearby. From our central location you can enjoy proximity to local transport links including Reading train station, a two-minute walk away. Thames Valley Park is also just a shuttle bus away.