Novotel Reading Centre

25b Friar Street, Reading, United Kingdom
Good
988 reviews
8.2

Check-in dates

07.10.2026
to
08.10.2026

Guests and Rooms

2 adults · 0 children · 1 room
Location

Novotel Reading Centre is centrally located in Reading, a 3-minute walk from Oracle and 8 minutes by foot from Kennet & Avon Canal. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Thames River and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Royal Berkshire Hospital.

Amenities

Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a banquet hall.

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 179 guestrooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and 21-inch Smart televisions are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have separate bathtubs and showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Dining

Enjoy international cuisine at GourmetBar, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee.

Attractions

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

John Lewis Reading - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Oracle - 0.2 km / 0.2 mi
St. Laurence Church - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Reading Museum and Town Hall - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Broad Street Mall - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Forbury Gardens - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Reading Central Library - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Reading Abbey Ruins - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Reading Civic Centre - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Kennet & Avon Canal - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Hexagon - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Thames Path - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Thames River - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
St. Giles-in-Reading Church - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi

The nearest airports are:
Farnborough (FAB) - 36.7 km / 22.8 mi
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 44.8 km / 27.9 mi
Oxford (OXF) - 54.6 km / 33.9 mi

The preferred airport for Novotel Reading Centre is Heathrow Airport (LHR).

Business Amenities

Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Reading? This hotel has 1141 square feet (106 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Limited parking is available onsite.

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Facilities

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Comprehensive recycling policy
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Vegetarian breakfast available
Parking (limited spaces)
Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
No single-use plastic straws
No single-use plastic soda bottles
No single-use plastic stirrers
Conference space size (meters) - 106
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Biodegradable/compostable straws
No single-use plastic water bottles
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Designated smoking areas
Number of indoor pools - 1
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair accessible parking
Internet access - wireless
Comprehensive food waste policy
Eco-friendly toiletries
Vegetable garden
At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Recycling
LED light bulbs
Vegan menu options available
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
No accessible shuttle
Vegetarian menu options available
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Multilingual staff
Water dispenser
Electric car charging station
Number of accessible parking spaces - 1
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
Coffee/tea in common areas
Laundry facilities
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
Showcase for local artists
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Casino nearby
Banquet hall
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Meeting rooms
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Television in common areas
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Well-lit path to entrance
Change of towels (on request)
Garden
Elevator door width (inches) - 35
Elevator door width (centimeters) - 88
Water-efficient showers only
Luggage storage
Express check-out
Business center
24-hour front desk
Number of restaurants - 1
Housekeeping on request
Golfing nearby
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Snack bar/deli
Sauna
Steam room
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 1141

Helpful Information

Check-in / Check-out
Check-in from: 3:00 PM
Check-out until: 12:00 PM
Additional check-in information
  • 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
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Check-in Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Optional Fees
  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

Know Before You Go
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Guest rating

8.2
Good
988 reviews
Value
8.0
Comfort
8.4
Overall
8.2
Service
8.4
Location
9.2
Amenities
8.0
Condition
8.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Neighborhood
8.4
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