Novotel Reading Centre

Property class: 4

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Located close to Oracle and Royal Berkshire Hospital, Novotel Reading Centre provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, GourmetBar, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a business center.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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A large bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a light switch on each table.

Standard Room, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(81 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a small table.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

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(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Located in Reading City Centre, a neighborhood in Reading, Novotel Reading Centre is in a shopping district and near a train station. Nirvana Spa and Wokefield Park Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore River Thames and Chiltern Hills. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Madejski Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Reading travel guide
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25b Friar Street, Reading, England, RG1 1DP

What's nearby

  • A riverside walkway with a bridge, cafes, and a modern building with a glass facade.
    Oracle
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic building with a clock tower, a large tree, and a bicycle parking area.
    Reading Museum and Town Hall
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • John Lewis Reading
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Broad Street Mall
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hexagon
    7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Reading Station
    3 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • McCafferty's
    1 min walk
  • Black Sheep Coffee
    3 min walk
  • Itsu
    2 min walk
  • Caffè Nero
    4 min walk
  • The Signal Box
    1 min walk

About this property

Novotel Reading Centre

  • Upscale hotel near Oracle
  • Located close to Royal Berkshire Hospital and University of Reading, Novotel Reading Centre provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, GourmetBar, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An indoor pool
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
    • A TV in the lobby, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Meeting rooms, an elevator, and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 179 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as thoughtful touches like late night room service and free WiFi.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Separate tubs/showers and hair dryers
    • Recycling, free infant beds, and heating

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Reading Centre have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Reading Centre?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Reading Centre on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $103, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Novotel Reading Centre pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 12 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Novotel Reading Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Novotel Reading Centre?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Novotel Reading Centre located?

Located in Reading City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Oracle, Kennet & Avon Canal, and River Thames. Royal Berkshire Hospital and University of Reading are also within 2 mi (3 km). Reading Station and Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Novotel Reading Centre Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 467 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1000 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room helpful staff, varied breakfast, great for gluten-free . Shame no evening restaurant open tho.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great spot to explore the regions around London from. The rail system is 5 minutes away, the staff are great, the common spaces are comfortable, and the room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel, staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean the hotel Is in a perfect location and was ideal for travel With work
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfort room better than expected. Great to have a pool
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds were extremely hard. Neither of us could sleep. The lifts so busy it took at least 15 mins to get in one as they were all full once at our floor. Many people abandoned the wait for the stairs but we had no choice as we booked for accessibility. The staff were lovely! Breakfast good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable stay with good facilities and great spread of breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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All good Great location for my office Room all as expected Food good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, comfortable and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, nice pool and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely swimming pool, sauna , steam room. Lovely breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here because we have found Novotel perfect for our needs before, as a stop over on the way to Heathrow. Nice clean room with good shower. Quiet. 5 minute walk to RailAir bus stop. Will use again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were friendly nice breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy walk from train station. Good gym and pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious great beds and shower staff friendly great breakfast location is very close to station easy to access amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the pool and the sauna me and my girlfriend had an amazing time there
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The beds and pillows are amazing Great amenities and walking distance to an abundance of shops and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The location is absolutely perfect. Close to shops, restaurants, bars and the train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Feont desk staff were always so helpful and patient. Restaurant team were always on the ball.and super friendly. Housekeeping was always timely and well done.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is our go to hotel when travelling to Reading. Hotel is clean, staff friendly, excellent breakfast, pool, sauna. Its location is a short walk to the town centre and the Oracle shopping area and canal side restaurants. The train station is also a short walk to take you into London, Windsor, Oxford or any other places to visit
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pool and health facilites were good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At weekends it can be noisy from the street outside, but overall a lovely hotel in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Reception staff were so court and helpful Loved our executive room with the extra amenities. Comfortable bed too so got a great nights sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025