In the heart of Reading City Centre, ibis Reading Centre offers an eco-friendly haven. Enjoy a drink in the bar, grab a bite at the restaurant or unwind in the garden. With helpful multilingual staff and convenient amenities like bike rentals and laundry services your stay is sure to be memorable.
Reading Museum and Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Hexagon - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Reading Abbey Ruins - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 48 min drive
Farnborough (FAB) - 60 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 76 min drive
Reading Station - 4 min walk
Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) - 4 min walk
Reading West Station - 17 min walk
Restaurants
Siren RG1 - 2 min walk
The Three Guineas - 4 min walk
Itsu - 3 min walk
McCafferty's - 2 min walk
Caffè Nero - 5 min walk
About this property
ibis Reading Centre
Ibis Reading Centre offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Thames River. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
182 rooms
Arranged over 14 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Offsite parking within 0.4 mi (GBP 7 per day); discounts available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2006
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in stairways
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Alarm clock
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Highchair
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Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 30 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 30 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 7 per day (1969 ft away; open 24 hours)
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
The photos in this description reflect the brand standard and are provided for illustrative purposes only.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Also known as
ibis Hotel Reading Centre
Ibis Reading Centre Hotel Reading
ibis Reading Centre Hotel
ibis Reading Centre Reading
ibis Reading Centre Hotel Reading
ibis Reading Centre (new ibis rooms)
ibis Reading Centre (new ibis rooms) Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Does ibis Reading Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, ibis Reading Centre does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at ibis Reading Centre?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at ibis Reading Centre?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at ibis Reading Centre?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM. There's a charge of GBP 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 30 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at ibis Reading Centre?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at ibis Reading Centre and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming.
Are there restaurants at or near ibis Reading Centre?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around ibis Reading Centre like?
Ibis Reading Centre is in Reading City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Reading Station and 11 minutes' walk from Thames River. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Reviews
ibis Reading Centre Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
7.8
Amenities
8.8
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was excellent with a wide choice of food and very tasty. (47 reviews)
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8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 2026
Great breakfast selection, hotel well situated for travel and restaurants
Dean
Dean, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2026
Amazing value and phenominal staff.
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2026
extremely friendly helpful staff member at check in
Des
Des, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2026
Clean, comfortable, convienient, relaxed.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2026
Excellent stay in the city centre, close to everything. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Our room was spotless, the breakfast was excellent value for money and very tasty.
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2026
Friendly staffing, nice location, seems to be a bit aged
Thomas
Thomas, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2026
Staff are superb. Breakfast excellent selection & choice
Dean
Dean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2026
Staff were excellent - room adequate, clean & tidy. Breakfast is excellent
Dean
Dean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2026
Clean room. Good quality linen, satisfying breakfast..bar and all time inhouse veg pizza facility available.
Prakriti
Prakriti, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2026
Very friendly staff, room as expected for an Ibis. Breakfast was good & the breakfast staff were excellent
Dean
Dean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2026
Courteous staff, clean room. Amazing location
Prakash
Prakash, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2026
Clean room, good location
Oana
Oana, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2026
Staff were outstanding.
Fraser
Fraser, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2026
Clean comfortable room friendly staff
Denise
Denise, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2026
The room was very clean and the staff's was in point with err thing they understand the assessment 👌plus the location is just just a few minutes walk from everywhere 👌
Cleveland
Cleveland, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2025
Nice room, friendly staff.
Stuart
Stuart, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 12, 2025
The breakfast selection was great and the hotel overall was clean and convenient to travel to/from.
Charlene
Charlene, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 7, 2026
Staff are attentive and friendly. Location is top notch, breakfast is good for this price point. Only downside is Internet service is a little iffy.
Ahmed
Ahmed, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 18, 2025
Great location in town, friendly staff room clean
Debbie
Debbie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2025
Lovely room
Great staff
Melisa
Melisa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 19, 2026
Nice room and good breakfast. Bit of a walk to the nearest car park
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2025
Comfortable beds, lovely staff
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 22, 2026
Only stayed one night, didnt use the bar or car park, we didnt have the breakfast which was pricy. The reception staff were helpful. We were on the 14th floor, the room was cold and very basic, it had 2 bath towels, shower gel, tea/coffee, good lift. Overall no complaints.
Shirley
Shirley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2025
Clean room, nice breakfast very central
mark
mark, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 27, 2026
Hotel is nice. Room was a bit dated (curtains were dirty) and water didnt drain away properly in the sinks so looked like they were blocked.
The location is good for buses and access to the centre but the area is very dark, full of homeless people and drug addicts/alcoholics and feels very unsafe at night time, especially for older people.