Title: Rethink Living - Blakes Quay - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Rethink Living - Blakes Quay Apartment with kitchen, near Thames River ## Photo gallery for Rethink Living - Blakes Quay ![Exterior - Rethink Living - Blakes Quay (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18350000/18346200/18346121/f88c22da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Rethink Living - Blakes Quay (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18350000/18346200/18346121/1682a07f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room dining - Rethink Living - Blakes Quay (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18350000/18346200/18346121/fbacd927.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area - Rethink Living - Blakes Quay (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18350000/18346200/18346121/b078c4c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms - Rethink Living - Blakes Quay (Reading)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18350000/18346200/18346121/5807a49b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Near Thames River, Rethink Living - Blakes Quay provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6646 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rethink Living - Blakes Quay Apartment with kitchen, near Thames River This smoke-free apartment building features self parking, express check-in, and express check-out. WiFi in public areas is free. The apartment has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Weekly housekeeping is available. Guest accommodations at this apartment offer washers/dryers and complimentary bottled water. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include sofa beds. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Reading apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided weekly. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night) ### Family friendly - Free crib - High chair ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Premium bedding - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Free toiletries - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - LED TV with digital channels ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Free bottled water - Iron/ironing board - Weekly housekeeping ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Soundproofing ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33641800/33641739/41d9b124.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kings Apartments by Flagons Living Reading - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23&selected=33641739&PinnedHotelID=33641739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119330000/119324400/119324369/0cdc9011.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central Spacious apartment located in the heart of it all! 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cleaning fee: GBP 36 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair This property accepts credit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property ### We should mention This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties ### Property is also known as Rethink Living Blakes Quay Apartment Reading Rethink Living Blakes Quay Apartment Rethink Living Blakes Quay Reading Rethink Living Blakes Quay Rethink Living Blakes Quay Rethink Living - Blakes Quay Reading Rethink Living - Blakes Quay Apartment Rethink Living - Blakes Quay Apartment Reading ## About the area Reading City Centre, a neighborhood in Reading, is home to this apartment. Caversham Golf Club and Predator Assault, Laser Combat are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Thames River and Mapledurham Country Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Madejski Stadium or John Nike Leisuresport Complex. [Visit our Reading travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Reading.dx5664) [View more Apartments in Reading](https://www.expedia.ca/Reading-Apartments.d5664-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.45531%2C-0.95874&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZgH62lLmsXlEciZaaennIvacHwc=) Blakes Quay, Gas Works Road, Reading, England, RG1 3EW ### What's nearby - ![Reading Abbey Ruins featuring a ruin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083969/032bfdd7-1375-49a2-8fd2-5adacff642f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Reading Abbey Ruins 6 min walk \- 0.5 km - ![Reading Museum and Town Hall showing interior views, theatre scenes and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083961/56ea55cc-6ecd-45a6-a186-da47e9ca1ab4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Reading Museum and Town Hall 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - ![Oracle featuring night scenes and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083965/b5dbb188-5640-4fb4-87ba-acebfb1e85af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oracle 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Royal Berkshire Hospital 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - University of Reading 15 min walk \- 1.3 km ### Getting around - Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) 15 min walk - Farnborough (FAB) 30 min drive ### Restaurants - The Back of Beyond (Wetherspoon) 5 min walk - McDonald's 7 min walk - AMT Coffee 11 min walk - Hope And Bear 13 min walk - Madras Flavours 8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rethink Living - Blakes Quay pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Rethink Living - Blakes Quay? ### What time is check-out at Rethink Living - Blakes Quay? ### Does Rethink Living - Blakes Quay provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Rethink Living - Blakes Quay located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rethink Living - Blakes Quay Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Atanas Nov 25, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The flat was perfect. It was a bussines trip and that nice apartment helped not to miss home so much. ##### Atanas Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin Feb 18, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Erin Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Zedwell Piccadilly Circus](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Zedwell-Piccadilly-Trocadero.h42297074.Hotel-Information) > > [RUBY LUCY HOTEL LONDON by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Ruby-Lucy.h42041893.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, London Mercer Street](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h7989.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, London Euston Square](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Grafton-Hotel.h608.Hotel-Information) > > [Club Quarters Hotel Covent Garden Holborn](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Club-Quarters-Hotel-Covent-Garden-Holborn.h4735824.Hotel-Information) > > [Bedford Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Bedford.h54993.Hotel-Information) > > [The Crown London Hotel, Cricklewood (Northwest London), WorldHotels Distinctive](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Clayton-Crown-Hotel-London.h969760.Hotel-Information) > > [ Executive Apartments in Central London Euston FREE WiFi by City Stay Aparts](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Central-1-Beds-Apts-By-City-Stay-London.h35891691.Hotel-Information) > > [Castle Hotel Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Windsor-Hotels-Castle-Hotel-Windsor-MGallery.h16500.Hotel-Information) > > [Moxy Southampton](https://www.expedia.ca/Southampton-Hotels-Moxy-By-Marriott-Southampton.h42101688.Hotel-Information) > > [The Gantry London, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Curio-Collection-By-Hilton-London.h48879811.Hotel-Information) > > [Hub By Premier Inn London City Bank](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-HUB-BY-Premier-INN-London.h40112162.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson RED Liverpool](https://www.expedia.ca/Liverpool-Hotels-Radisson-Red-Hotel.h82985495.Hotel-Information) > > [STG Hotel Oxford Street formerly St Giles London Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-St-Giles-Hotel-London.h614.Hotel-Information) > > [Brown's Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Rocco-Forte-Browns-Hotel.h438636.Hotel-Information) > > [The Marble Arch Hotel, by Thistle](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Amba-Hotel-Marble-Arch.h8704.Hotel-Information) > > [The Dorchester](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Dorchester-Dorchester-Collection.h21208.Hotel-Information) > > [Assembly Leicester Square](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Assembly-Hotel-London.h24000156.Hotel-Information) > > [The Corner London City](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Qbic-Hotel-London-City.h6706032.Hotel-Information) > > [Hub By Premier Inn London King's Cross](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-HUB-BY-Premier-INN-London-Kings-Crosse.h40112027.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mayfair Townhouse](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-Mayfair-Townhouse.h57972013.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points Flex by Sheraton London Shoreditch East](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-The-East-London-Hotel.h27372440.Hotel-Information) > > [High Street Kensington Apartments ](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-High-Street-Kensington-Apartments.h23504205.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, London Bond Street](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h24180.Hotel-Information) > > [Yotel London City](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-YOTEL-London-Clerkenwell.h48296903.Hotel-Information) > > [ Aethos London Shoreditch](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Aethos-London-Shoreditch.h17836240.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Royal Hotel London City - Tower of London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Leonardo-Royal-London-City-Tower-Hill.h530052.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Scotland Yard Hotel, part of Hyatt](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-GREAT-SCOTLAND-YARD.h38904937.Hotel-Information) > > [Thistle Trafalgar - Leicester Square](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Thistle-Trafalgar-Leicester-Square.h25875.Hotel-Information)