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Novotel Reading Centre
4 stars

Novotel Reading Centre

25b Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1DP, United Kingdom
Reading, United Kingdom
See location+44 118 952 2600
From
C$ 84
Cheapest

rate per night

8.0
Very good
based on 2577 reviews
2,577 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 84
Superior Room
C$ 133
Double room
C$ 163

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Novotel Reading Centre is situated amongst Reading's well-known shops and boutiques, just a short stroll from Reading Railway Station. It also offers a Turkish steam bath, an indoor pool and a sauna.

Rooms at Hotel Novotel Centre Reading are equipped with hair dryers and mini bars.

On-site dining options include Elements, which is an ideal place to enjoy a meal. In the evening, guests are able to enjoy a drink in the lounge bar. Guests can also try one of the various bars and restaurants in the local area.

The hotel is ideally situated for sightseeing with Reading Town Hall just a short stroll away. Guests can also easily visit Reading Abbey and The Oracle Reading.

Rating
8.0
Very good
Based on 2,577 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Novotel Reading Centre

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Novotel Reading Centre

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Pool towels
  • Steam room

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Pants press

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Outdoor

  • Garden

Things to do

  • Casino

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Novotel Reading Centre

8.0
Very good
2577 verified ratings
Wonderful
1161
Very good
499
Good
431
Okay
178
Fair
129
Mediocre
63
Poor
116

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Overall, guests appreciated the hotel's convenient location, particularly its proximity to the train station and city center. The staff received positive remarks for their helpfulness and friendliness. However, many guests expressed concerns about cleanliness and noise levels, especially during weekends, with some mentioning issues like outdated furniture and inadequate amenities. While some valued the hotel for its affordability, others felt that the value for money could be improved.
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Location9 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Value for Price5 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
Noise Level2 out of 10
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6.8
Okay
Anonymous, Mar 2019
Pros (+) Convenient location for work
Cons (-) Very noisy at night on weekends and the rooms are too warm. You have to keep the windows open or room is too hot. Breakfast is dry and tasteless and overpriced
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Feb 2019
Cons (-) Showers are only 2’x2’ which is quite small for my large American body. HVAC could be improved. Lots of noise some nights from the young people after the local clubs close.
6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Dec 2018
Pros (+) Basic but good facilities
Cons (-) Very impersonal service
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2015
Cons (-) More electrical outlets for charging stuff would be nice

Location

25b Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1DP

What's nearby

  • John Lewis138 m
  • Museum and Town Hall182 m
  • Broad Street Mall248 m
  • Oracle337 m
  • The Forbury Gardens387 m
  • Hexagon0.4 km
  • Museum of English Rural Life1.2 km
  • Progress Theatre1.5 km
  • Thames Valley Park2.2 km
  • Prospect Park2.5 km
  • Microsoft UK Headquarters3.3 km
  • Madejski Stadium3.9 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Novotel Reading Centre

Low season

November

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 150

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 129
Cheapest month to stay with an average 7% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 7% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Novotel Reading Centre

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Novotel Reading Centre

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Novotel Reading Centre, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and September.
  • How long should you stay at Novotel Reading Centre? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.

FAQs when booking at Novotel Reading Centre

  • Where is Novotel Reading Centre located?

    Novotel Reading Centre is located at 25b Friar Street, 0.5 km from the centre of Reading. John Lewis is the closest landmark to Novotel Reading Centre.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Novotel Reading Centre?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Novotel Reading Centre.

  • Does Novotel Reading Centre offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Novotel Reading Centre offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Novotel Reading Centre from the airport?

    Novotel Reading Centre is 35.6 km from London Heathrow. Novotel Reading Centre is 48.6 km from Oxford Kidlington.

  • Does Novotel Reading Centre have a pool?

    Yes, Novotel Reading Centre has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Novotel Reading Centre hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Novotel Reading Centre in Reading and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Novotel Reading Centre and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Novotel Reading Centre.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to downtown

0.5 km

Nearest Airport

London Heathrow

Distance to airport

35.8 km