Novotel Reading Centre Hotel 4 stars

Customer review rating 4.3/5 5,839 reviews

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Hotel extras

  • Central location close to primary transport links

  • Reading train station is only a two minute walk away, London Heathrow Airport is 40 km away

  • Breakfast available daily, Grab&Go on Weekdays, Full English on Weekends

  • Eight versatile meeting rooms for up to 110 guests

  • Leisure facilities including gym, pool, and kids' play area

This hotel participates to Planet 21 and is acting in favour of Positive Hospitality.

Services in the hotel and nearby

Check-in from 14h00

Check out up to 12h00

Paying

Services and practical information
  • Online check-in
  • WIFI/Internet Access
  • Parking
  • Accessibility for people with reduced mobility
  • Pets allowedPaying
  • 100% non-smoking hotel
  • Languages spoken at the hotel
  • Reception open 24 hours a day
  • Early check-in/Late check-outPaying
  • Electric car recharging units
  • Laundry
Leisure and activities
  • Indoor heated pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Well-being
Catering
  • BreakfastPaying
  • 1 restaurant(s)
  • 1 bar(s)
  • Room service
Business services
  • 10 meeting room(s)
  • Self service business centre
  • Copy/print service available

Hotel location

Novotel Reading Centre

25b Friar Street
(For car parking use RG1 1NR)
RG1 1DP reading
united kingdom

Tel: +441189522600

Fax: (+44)118/9522610

Check-in from 14h00

Check out up to 12h00

  • READING BUSSES :  Reading Station

  • By plane

    Heathrow Int Apt At 40km / 24.86 miles

  • By plane

    London Gatwick At 88km / 54.69 miles

  • By plane

    London Luton At 96.5km / 59.97 miles

  • By train

    Reading Station At 0.8km / 0.5 miles

GPS :51.456745, -0.972343

Companies

  • British Gaz Utilities 8.0 km / 4.97 mi
  • British Telecom 1.6 km / 0.99 mi
  • Cisco System Technology HQ 8.0 km / 4.97 mi
  • Ernst & Young Finance 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
  • Hewlett Packard Technology 8.0 km / 4.97 mi
  • KPMG Finance 9.6 km / 5.97 mi
  • Microsoft Technology HQ 8.0 km / 4.97 mi
  • Oracle Technology HQ 8.0 km / 4.97 mi
  • PWC Finance 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
  • PepsiCo Concsumer goods 9.6 km / 5.97 mi
  • RWE UTILITIES 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
  • RWE Utilities - Thames Valley 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
  • Symantec Telecoms HQ 6.0 km / 3.73 mi
  • Yell com Telecom HQ 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Companies

Your meetings and events

Meeting@Novotel, making your meetings a success. Whatever type of meeting you are organizing, you can optimize the chances of its success by benefiting from the Novotel networkOur years of experience have let us build a great expertise in meetings organization.

Room descriptions and layouts

10 

meeting rooms

From 1 to 110 

attendees

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General equipment

  • Screen

  • Flipchart

  • TV with VCR

  • Videoconferencing

  • Audio and video equipment

  • Meeting room

  • Lectern

  • WIFI access

  • Syndicate rooms

  • Video equipment

  • Overhead projector

  • Airconditioned meeting room

General equipment

When organizing your meeting, the hotel will be happy to discuss the availability of its facilities and services with you.

Our accommodation(s)

Spacious, contemporary in design, and adaptable, the Novotel room is truly a place for living. Perfect for all your needs.

Standard room, ideal for family - 1 Queen bed & a sofa bed

  • Max. number of persons: 4
  • Area: From 24 m² / 258 sq ft
  • Views: City View *

* Subject to availability

  • Wireless internet in your room
  • Direct dial telephone

Standard room - 2 single beds

  • Max. number of persons: 2
  • Area: From 24 m² / 258 sq ft
  • Views: City View *

* Subject to availability

  • Wireless internet in your room
  • Direct dial telephone

Executive Room with Queen Size bed

  • Max. number of persons: 4
  • Area: From 25 m² / 269 sq ft
  • Views: City View *

* Subject to availability

  • Wireless internet in your room
  • Direct dial telephone
Rooms

Our restaurants and bars

Gourmet Bar

Type of cuisine: International

Entertain your palate at Novotel. Enjoy a range of local and international cuisine, simple yet authentic, in a casual setting.Whether you want to eat or simply have a drink, our restaurant has that extra something you can only find at Novotel.

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Lunch

11:00 - 22:00

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Dinner

11:00 - 22:00

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BAR

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Absorb the lively atmosphere at Novotel. In stylish surroundings, choose from an array of beers, wines and cocktails served by our fun and friendly staff. Our buzzing bar offers the perfect place to enjoy an evening's entertainment or relax and unwind.

Menu (PDF)

Lunch

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Dinner

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Novotel Reading Centre

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ALL Rating 4.3/5

5,839 reviews

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TripAdvisor Rating 4.0/5

1,641 reviews

2020 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Certificate of excellence 2020

Below average stay

Customer review rating 3.0/5

Prof. A. L. Business - 25/02/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Very friendly and welcoming staff especially Lorena, Marcello and Gorgo. Unfortunately I wasn’t entirely happy with the room service. In three days room wasn’t cleaned at all. Bathroom sink was blocked and repaired the day after. Carpet needs to be properly cleaned, smell coming form it was really unpleasant. This is not a complaint, I’m just describing my experience. I understand that these days are difficult for everyone.

Dear Mr L., Thank you for your detailed feedback. I am sorry to hear about any inconveniences that you experienced during your stay. We do our best to communicate that Housekeeping works differently due to the current situation and room cleaning is upon request. Please accept my apologies if this wasn't clear enough. In regards to the blocked think, I would like to believe that we did our best to rectify the issue as soon as possible and hopefully it didn't cause you too much discomfort. We are looking into your comments about the carpet and we will take the necessary action. Your feedback about our staff members is much appreciated, and have been shared with the Team during our meeting. I can only hope you will give us another chance in the near future when life brings you back to Reading and we will be able to provide a more enjoyable and hassle free stay. Gergo Jahni I Rooms Division Manager I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

Good Stay

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Senol Y. Couples - 21/02/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Service personnel was very kind and polite for us when we arrived and when we were in self isolation. They were very prepared for such self isolation status and they provided free of charge extra one room for our online meetings, that was grate. Moreover, they served us instantly for our online meal orders.

Dear Mr Y., I appreciate a lot your message and I would like to express my true gratitude as it is always amazing to receive positive feedbacks. I will share your message with the rest of the team as I know that they will be happy to hear that our job is appreciated. I hope you enjoy the rest of your stay as I know that you extended your stay! Best Regards Lorena Montana & Team I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels
Customer review rating 5.0/5

Easy M. G. Business - 20/02/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Absolutely amazing place

Dear G., Thank you for taking the time to leave your quick positive feedback. I hope to welcoming you in the near future again. Kind Regards, Lorena Montana & Team I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

Great service standards.

Customer review rating 3.5/5

Mike Business - 19/02/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Regular guest, this time a few disappointing factors which we highlighted at the time. Our bathroom was filthy, with very evident pools of water that had been left to dry, not just the odd water Mark's and the W.C unfortunately had plenty of mini "brown stains" across walls and light switch. This is disgraceful. Towels feel as if they are also being washed in house to save costs, rock solid like sand paper. Also I believe the hotel is being used as a permanent residence for those waiting on permanent accommodation which is fantastic, but this needs to be managed securely, possibly enforce a no drugs policy our entire level could get you high as a kite. My last gripe was my breakfast was a little late most mornings and wong on occasion. These issues are all forgivable because the team handled everything superbly, the dinner room room service was delicious. I will stay again as my issues are a one off.

Dear Mr M., Thank you very much for providing such a detailed feedback, it is of great value to us. First of all let me apologize for falling short of your expectations on this occasion - it is really disappointing to hear. I would love to discuss this further on the phone if that is all right with you. However it seems that we don't have your number. Would you be so kind to let me know the best number to contact you on and also the most convenient time? Thank you again for choosing Novotel Reading Centre and taking the time to complete our online survey. Gergo Jahni I Rooms Division Manager I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

Pleasant room and great breakfast

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Gj Business - 10/02/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

I had a one night stay. The room was clean and in good condition. Can't complain about breakfast either!

Great location.

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Judit K. Business - 09/02/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Pleasant.

Good service

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Guest Business - 04/02/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Feel welcome

Dear Mr G., Thank you for taking the time to share your positive, quick feedback. I hope to welcoming you back to Novotel Reading soon. Best Regards, Lorena Montana I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

Deep Baths

TripAdvisor rating 5.0/5

sahillmsc Business - 01/02/2021 TripAdvisor review

Great hotel stay, especially in the circumstances, with a warm welcome and very friendly service throughout. How refreshing to find a hotel with deep baths, somewhere to unwind and relax comfortably, with the benefit of being able to watch the TV from it too.

Dear Sahillmsc, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive feedback. I am glad to read that you had a warm welcome and a relaxing stay. I will certainly pass your message to my team as I know that like me they will be delighted to hear that our work is appreciated and remembered. I hope to see you again in the near future. Best Regards,

Good location

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Francis Business - 30/01/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Check in was quick and easy.

Dear Mr L., Thank you for taking the time to share your positive, quick feedback. I hope to welcoming you back to Novotel Reading soon. Best regards, Lorena Montana I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

Well located

Customer review rating 4.0/5

Kerush Business - 29/01/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Good stay

Well located, good facilities and good sleep

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Weronika Couples - 27/01/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Good food, good facilities, clean, well located, helpful & friendly staff

Dear Ms P., Thank you for taking the time to share your great feedback. Our aim is to have happy guests and we are glad to read that we hit the marks for you! I hope to see you in the near future again. Best regards, Lorena Montana I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

Good stay

Customer review rating 4.0/5

Ravi Solo - 14/01/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

Clean, friendly staff, good location

Dear Mr G., Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback. I was pleased to read that you had a good stay here at Novotel Reading Centre. I hope to see you again in the future, hopefully in better circumstances so you will be able to fully enjoy your stay with us. Best regards, Lorena Montana I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

great location

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Rache Couples - 02/01/2021 Confirmed reviews ALL

The whole experience was excellent. The bed was a bit hard for me, however I was very happy with my lovely quiet stay. Only thing which was hard work was going down from 8th floor to ask for anything, however I was very happy

Dear Ms Bichard, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback. I was pleased to read that you enjoyed your stay with us. Please if you will be staying with us again note that we have a WhatsApp number that you can reach at anytime during your stay, so no needed to come to reception if you have any requests. I hope to welcoming you back in the near future again. Lorena Montana I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

Good stay

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Nicholas Families - 25/12/2020 Confirmed reviews ALL

Staff were excellent, breakfast was delicious, and all round great experience

Dear Mr F., Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive feedback. I will certainly pass on your message to the chef and the rest of the team as I know that like me they will be delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. I hope to welcoming you back in the near future. Lorena Montana I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

well located and good stay

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Norela Friends - 20/12/2020 Confirmed reviews ALL

Im very happy with the service of the hotel general everything, the rooms are amazing, 1st class, clean, quiet and the breakfast in the morning very good. The only thing that i dont like is that the breakfast is not included, is seperate the price for the room and seperate the price of the breakfast.With is im not happy at all

Dear Ms K., Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your feedback. I am glad you liked your stay here with us in Novotel Reading and that you find our room 1st class! I agree with you about the very tasty breakfast, and definitely I will report to the restaurant team regarding the cutlery and plate smell. Also thank you for mentioning my name! I am delighted to be remembered. I hope to see you in the near future again. Best Wishes, Lorena Montana I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

Good stay

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Rachel Families - 20/12/2020 Confirmed reviews ALL

My daughter & I had a overnight stay, considering the current circumstances we were greeted by a friendly member of staff, the hotel felt safe & Covid compliant. We were asked if we would like to book in at the swimming pool. I wasn’t offered a welcome drink but this was understandable under the circumstances we now find ourselves in. The room was clean & All in all a good stay.

Dear Mrs. E., Thank you very much for taking the time to leave your great feedback. I was pleased to read that you had enjoyed your stay and that you felt safe considering the circumstances. I will pass on your comments to my team as I know they will be delighted to know their friendly approach is appreciated and remembered. I hope to see you in the near future again. Best Regards, Lorena Montana I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

The hotel is well located , particularly for someone not familiar with the area.

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Brenda N. Families - 17/12/2020 Confirmed reviews ALL

The staff are friendly and polite, my room was on the tenth floor but it was clean , looked recently decorated and I have already recommended the hotel to a number of friends.

Dear Ms N., Thank you so much for the great feedback and for recommending Novotel Reading to your friends. I was pleased to read that you had enjoyed your stay and I will certainly pass on your comments to the reception team. I know that like me they will be happy to know that their efforts are appreciated and remembered. I hope to see you in the near future again. Best regards, Lorena Montana I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

Comfortable

Customer review rating 3.5/5

Steve Couples - 12/12/2020 Confirmed reviews ALL

Check in was efficient and friendly room was very nice light and airy breakfast buffet was substantial but the cooked items were cold but rectified very quickly

Dear Mr K., Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback about you recent stay at Novotel Reading Centre. I I was pleased to read that you had enjoyed your stay with us. However, I am sorry about the smell coming from the toilet vent, I will definitely address this matte to the maintenance team. I hope to see you again in the near future. Lorena Montana I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

Lovely staff

Customer review rating 4.0/5

Mahza P. Families - 12/12/2020 Confirmed reviews ALL

Great location wonderful friendly staff , however our room was situated right next to the lift shaft which wasn’t so ideal. They did offer to move us but it was too late. But we will definitely stay with you again as we loved the staff and location. Novotel was a first time for us we will stay again.

Dear Ms Z., Thank you very much for taking the time to leave your feedback. I am glad you enjoyed your stay here at Novotel Reading and I am pleased to read your comment about the wonderful staff. I agree with you, Marissa and Luis are true gems and I will definitely pass on your comment as I know that they will be so happy to be appreciated and remembered. I am really sorry to hear that you were disturbed by the sound of the lift. I hope to see you in the near future again. Best regards, Lorena Montana I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

Well located, good stay, amazing staf

Customer review rating 3.5/5

Alex Solo - 09/12/2020 Confirmed reviews ALL

Beautiful place, well presented,great furniture's in the hall. The staff was great, all people I dealt with. From Federica at the reception to the restaurant staff and the other people at the desk. The room was spacious and the view great. The bed super comfy. The only problem was that the air vent in my room was very noisy and could not sleep well. I needed a good sleep for the following day and this was really bad for me. The switch in my room to turn it off or decrease the speed did not work. Covid measures well implemented I felt super safe. The food was good, tasty and well presented. Overall price for money is good, will definitely come back here next time in town next month. Will recommend to others too.

Dear Mr P., Thank you for the great review and for taking the time to share your feedback with us. I agree with you, Federica is a truly gem and I am also proud for the wonderful welcoming attitude of each team member. I will definitely share your comment with them. Additionally, I would like to sincerely apologies for the shortfall in the standard of the air vent in your room. I will report it to the maintenance team so we will be able to fix it. I hope to welcoming you back in the near future. Best Regards, Lorena Montana I Guest Relations I Novotel Reading Centre I Reading RG11DP Tel:44 (0… 2600 | Email: H5… I www.accorhotels.com I www.facebook.com/Novotelhotels

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