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About the Hotel

25A Friar Street, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 1DP
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Close to The Museum of Reading
Very good
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Offering a shared lounge and various recreational opportunities, Ibis Reading Centre Hotel is located 5 minutes' stroll from the public park "Forbury Gardens" and near a motorway. Highlights at the hotel include an à la carte restaurant, a lounge bar and Wi-Fi in public areas.

Location

Such city attractions as the public Prospect Park, which is not far from this 3-star hotel, and Grosvenor Casino Reading Central, which is 950 metres away, are well worth a visit. The Ibis Reading is also about a 5-minute walk from Thames.

The property is in close proximity to The Museum of Reading and near a park and a casino. Located 2.5 km from RedKangaroo Trampoline Park, this Reading hotel puts the city at your fingertips.

For those travelling from afar, London Heathrow airport is 36 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Looking onto the town, some of the 182 rooms are appointed with soundproof windows. They come equipped with coffee and tea making equipment for self-catering along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for business and leisure. The private bathrooms are fitted with bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

The restaurant at the smoke-free Ibis Reading Centre Hotel serves European dishes. The bar The Corn Stores is located 5 minutes' walk away.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Forbury Gardens for a relaxing stroll and stunning views.
  • Try the 'Reading sausage' at the local markets for a true taste.
  • Explore the interactive exhibits at the Museum of English Rural Life.
  • Catch a show at the Hexagon Theatre for great local performances.
  • Wander through the historic Reading Abbey ruins for a glimpse of history.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Twin Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
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Double Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
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Double SweetRoom
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Double Room Accessible
2 persons
1 Double bed
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

25A Friar Street, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 1DP
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25A Friar Street, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 1DP
Nearby
Museum
The Museum of Reading
900 ft
Park
Forbury Gardens
1300 ft
The Oracle Shopping Centre
Reading
1800 ft
Art object
Statue of Queen Victoria
600 ft
Church
Greyfriars Church
900 ft
Church
Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin
900 ft
Church
St Laurence's Church
800 ft
Gallery
The Lemon Grove Gallery Ltd
900 ft
6 Abbey Street
Chestnut Walk
1700 ft
Mall
Broad Street Mall
1100 ft
26 The Forbury
Maiwand Lion
1200 ft
Night club
Q Club
200 ft
1 Queen's Rd
Grosvenor Casino Reading Central
1500 ft
Reading Museum
Britain's Bayeux Tapestry
700 ft
Mall
John Lewis & Partners
800 ft
Church
Church of S Giles-in-Reading
1800 ft
Restaurants
The Bugle
100 ft
144 Friar Street
Sapana Home
300 ft
5 Queen Victoria Street
Quantum Web Cafe
400 ft
7 Union Street
Subway
300 ft
Unit 4 Brunel Arcade Station Approach Unit 4 Brunel Arcade Station Approach
Mcdonald's Restaurant
300 ft
128-129 Friar Street
The Monk's Retreat
500 ft
163 Friar Street
Sam's Wraps
600 ft
Broad Street
Walkabout
500 ft
Wiston Terrace
Getting around
City Centre
Reading5 min  ·  1400 ft
Airports
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)68 min  ·  27.8 mi
Southampton Airport (SOU)110 min  ·  45.5 mi
Train
Reading Train Station4 min  ·  1000 ft
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP12 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Czech, Hungarian, Romanian, Greek, Hindi, Slovak
Year renovated:
2006
Number of floors:
14
Number of rooms:
182
Check-in
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Check-out
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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