ibis Reading Centre

3 stars
25A Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1DP, United Kingdom
Reading, United Kingdom
7.9
Good
based on 3060 reviews
3,060 reviews
Fri 26/12
-
Sat 27/12
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
£34
/Cheapest rate per night
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Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
£34
Double room
£35
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Overview

Located only a short stroll from Reading Railway Station, Ibis Reading Centre offers guests an ideal base while visiting Reading. It is situated a brief walk from Reading Abbey.

The hotel provides a 24-hour reception, as well as a 24-hour business centre and free Wi-Fi. For added convenience, it features luggage storage, a safe and laundry facilities. The hotel's multilingual staff will be glad to share local knowledge and assist in organising itineraries.

There are 182 cosy rooms at Ibis Reading Centre, each providing all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Ibis Reading Centre has its own on-site restaurant, ideal for those who prefer to dine in. In the evening, guests are able to relax in the comfortable lounge bar. Guests can also try one of the various bars and cafés in the local area.

The location of the hotel permits easy access to multiple tourist attractions on foot. Reading Town Hall, The Oracle Reading and Forbury Gardens are all a short stroll away.

7.9
Good rating
Based on 3,060 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for ibis Reading Centre

Fri 26/12
Sat 27/12
Standard Room
1 twin bed
£34
nightly with VAT
1 twin bed
£46
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
£47
nightly with VAT
Double room
bed type unknown
£35
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
£37
nightly with VAT
1 double bed
£38
nightly with VAT
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Amenities at ibis Reading Centre

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Adapted bath
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine

General

  • Window
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Bedroom

  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Bicycle hire
  • Casino

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Reviews of ibis Reading Centre

7.9
Good
3060 verified ratings
Wonderful
1260
Very good
736
Good
564
Okay
182
Fair
161
Mediocre
65
Poor
92

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location, friendly staff, and cleanliness. However, some mentioned issues with room size and bathroom facilities, which detracted from their overall experience.
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Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Room Size3 out of 10
Bathroom3 out of 10
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9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2018
Pros (+) Room clean, comfortable and modern
Cons (-) Nothing at this price
8.5
Very good
Anonymous, May 2017
Pros (+) Best beds in town!

Location

25A Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1DP

What's nearby

  • Museum and Town Hall174 yd
  • Station Hill220 yd
  • Reading City Centre375 yd
  • The Forbury Gardens399 yd
  • Hexagon0.3 mi
  • Abbey Ruins0.3 mi
  • Simonds Brewery0.4 mi
  • Museum of English Rural Life0.8 mi
  • Caversham Court0.8 mi
  • Bath Road Reservoir0.9 mi
  • Progress Theatre0.9 mi
  • Thames Valley Park1.3 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Essential information about ibis Reading Centre

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April
August
£92
£213
Cheapest month to stay with an average 57% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 374% rise in price.
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When to book a room at ibis Reading Centre

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at ibis Reading Centre

  • If you’re after a cheap room at ibis Reading Centre, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at ibis Reading Centre, plan to stay on a Sunday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at ibis Reading Centre was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £46, while the most expensive was £46.
  • How long should you stay at ibis Reading Centre? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at ibis Reading Centre

  • Where is ibis Reading Centre located?

    ibis Reading Centre is located at 25A Friar Street, 0.3 miles from the centre of Reading. Museum and Town Hall is the closest landmark to ibis Reading Centre.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at ibis Reading Centre?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at ibis Reading Centre.

  • Does ibis Reading Centre offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, ibis Reading Centre offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is ibis Reading Centre from the airport?

    ibis Reading Centre is 22.2 miles from London Heathrow. ibis Reading Centre is 30.2 miles from Oxford Kidlington.

  • How does KAYAK find such great ibis Reading Centre hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at ibis Reading Centre in Reading and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at ibis Reading Centre and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for ibis Reading Centre.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.4
0.3 mi
London Heathrow
22.2 mi

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