Pros (+) Convenient location for work
Cons (-) Very noisy at night on weekends and the rooms are too warm. You have to keep the windows open or room is too hot. Breakfast is dry and tasteless and overpriced
4 stars
Novotel Reading Centre
25b Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1DP, United Kingdom
Reading, United Kingdom
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Overview
Novotel Reading Centre is situated amongst Reading's well-known shops and boutiques, just a short stroll from Reading Railway Station. It is located a brief walk from The Oracle Reading and Reading Abbey.
Deluxe on-site facilities include a sauna, a Turkish steam bath and an indoor pool. Convenient services include an express check-in feature and a luggage storage area. The hotel offers room service all hours of the day and night.
The rooms at Hotel Novotel Centre Reading include a bathtub and a mini bar.
On-site dining options include Elements, which is an ideal place to enjoy a meal. In the evening, guests are able to enjoy a drink in the lounge bar. Guests can also try one of the various bars and restaurants in the local area.
Novotel Reading Centre is ideally situated for sightseeing with Reading Town Hall just a short stroll away. The Hexagon is a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
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Amenities at Novotel Reading Centre
- Indoor pool
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Coffee machine
- Business centre
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fan
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Adapter
- Body soap
- Dustbins
- Conditioner
Dining
- Electric kettle
- Minibar
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/coffee maker
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Coffee machine
General
- Family rooms
- Seating area
- Slippers
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Sofa
- Soundproof rooms
- Soundproofing
- Telephone
- Carpeted
- City view
- Storage available
Services and conveniences
- Conference rooms
- Business centre
- Wake-up service
- Safety deposit box
- Currency exchange on-site
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Room service
- Key card access
- Express check-out
- Bottle of water
- 24-hour front desk
Bathroom
- Shower
- Shower cap
- Bathtub
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
Accessibility and suitability
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Disabled access
- Lift
- Accessible by lift
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- No smoking
- Non-feather pillow
Pool and spa
- Heated pool
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Pool towels
- Steam room
Media and entertainment
- Radio
- Flat-screen TV
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Cable or satellite TV
- TV
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
- Trouser press
Bedroom
- Feather pillow
- Alarm clock
- Sofa bed
- Wardrobe or closet
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Laptop safe
- Desk
Parking and transportation
- Parking
- Private parking
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
Family friendly
- Cribs available
- Kids meals
Outdoor
- Garden
Things to do
- Casino
Fitness
- Fitness centre
Reviews of Novotel Reading Centre
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Summary of reviews
Guests say
Overall, guests appreciated the hotel's convenient location, particularly its proximity to the train station and city center. The staff received positive remarks for their helpfulness and friendliness. However, many guests expressed concerns about cleanliness and noise levels, especially during weekends, with some mentioning issues like outdated furniture and inadequate amenities. While some valued the hotel for its affordability, others felt that the value for money could be improved.AI-generated from customer reviews
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Cons (-) Showers are only 2’x2’ which is quite small for my large American body. HVAC could be improved. Lots of noise some nights from the young people after the local clubs close.
Pros (+) Basic but good facilities
Cons (-) Very impersonal service
Cons (-) More electrical outlets for charging stuff would be nice
Location
25b Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1DP
What's nearby
- John Lewis138 m
- Museum and Town Hall182 m
- Broad Street Mall248 m
- Oracle337 m
- The Forbury Gardens387 m
- Hexagon0.4 km
- Museum of English Rural Life1.2 km
- Progress Theatre1.5 km
- Thames Valley Park2.2 km
- Prospect Park2.5 km
- Microsoft UK Headquarters3.3 km
- Madejski Stadium3.9 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00 |
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Value for money | 8,0 |
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Distance to city centre | 0,5 km |
Nearest airport | London Heathrow |
Distance to airport | 35,8 km |