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About the Hotel

25B Friar Street, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 1DP

Location

Located in the heart of Reading, Novotel Reading Centre is just a short walk from the main train station. The hotel provides easy access to local attractions, including the Oracle Shopping Centre and historic sites. Nearby, visitors can explore the River Thames and the vibrant atmosphere of the town.

Rooms

The hotel offers 178 spacious guest rooms, each designed to accommodate both business and leisure travelers. Families can take advantage of the Family Rooms, which comfortably fit two adults and two children. Many accommodations include features like Smart TVs and mini-refrigerators.

Dining

Novotel Reading Centre features an on-site restaurant that serves a variety of international cuisines. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast offering both hot and cold options to start their day. The bar area also provides a selection of drinks and light snacks throughout the day.

Business Services

Business travelers can utilize six meeting rooms at the hotel, capable of accommodating various event sizes. Each room is equipped with modern audiovisual technology and high-speed internet access. Catering services are also available to support corporate gatherings.

Family-Friendly Features

Children under 16 stay and eat for free when accompanied by an adult, making it a budget-friendly option for families. The hotel offers play areas and family-oriented activities. Additional services such as babysitting can enhance the family travel experience.

Highlights

Location: Just a short walk from the main train station

Rooms: 178 spacious guest rooms

Dining: On-site restaurant with international dishes

Business Services: Six meeting rooms with high-speed internet

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Executive Room
2 persons
30 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
22 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Standard Room Mobility Accessible
2 persons
24 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Superior Room Room Only Non refundable
2 persons
24 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre
Reading400 m
Airports
London Heathrow (LHR) 44.7 km
Southampton (SOU) 73.2 km
Train
Reading Train Station200 m
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

25B Friar Street, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 1DP
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25B Friar Street, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 1DP
Nearby
Museum
The Museum of Reading
270 m
Park
Forbury Gardens
390 m
The Oracle Shopping Centre
Reading
550 m
Art object
Statue of Queen Victoria
190 m
Mall
The Oracle
590 m
Church
Greyfriars Church
250 m
Church
Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin
260 m
Church
St Laurence's Church
250 m
Gallery
The Lemon Grove Gallery Ltd
260 m
6 Abbey Street
Chestnut Walk
520 m
Mall
Broad Street Mall
320 m
26 The Forbury
Maiwand Lion
380 m
Night club
Q Club
80 m
1 Queen's Rd
Grosvenor Casino Reading Central
460 m
Reading Museum
Britain's Bayeux Tapestry
220 m
Mall
John Lewis & Partners
220 m
Restaurants
Revolucion de Cuba Reading
10 m
138-141 Friar Street
Cosmo
60 m
35-38 Friar Street
Treatz Reading
50 m
29 Friar Street
Pitcher & Piano
70 m
18 Friar Street
Chez Mal Brasserie & Bar at Malmaison Reading
140 m
18-20 Station Road Great Western House
Kokoro
110 m
13 Queen Victoria Street
Malmaison
180 m
18-20 Station Road Great Western House
Memory Of Sichuan
120 m
109 Friar Street
Nibsy's
200 m
26 Cross Street
Itsu
170 m
31 Queen Victoria Street
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