With a leisure center and stylish restaurant, Novotel Reading Center is just 2 minutes’ walk from Reading Railway Station. The modern hotel has a 24-hour front desk and a cozy lounge bar. The spacious rooms each have a work desk and internet access. All rooms feature a mini-bar, a private bathroom with free toiletries, and an LCD TV. The Novotel Leisure Club features a fully equipped fitness center with flat-screen TVs. Guests can relax in the sauna, steam room or the heated indoor swimming pool. Elements Restaurant serves an international menu, while the bar offers fresh coffees, fine wines and snacks. Hearty breakfasts are served daily, and 24-hour room service is available. The Novotel Reading Center is just 3 miles from the Madejski Stadium and the M4 motorway. London Paddington Railway Station is a 30-minute train ride from Reading Station. Up to 2 children under 16 years receive free breakfast and stay free when sharing a family room with adults. This offer includes late check-out upon request, until 17:00 hours and a children’s menu. The mid-week breakfast is served from 06:30 to 10:00. Weekend breakfast is from 07:00 to 11:00.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Novotel
Hotel chain/brand
Novotel

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.9
Free Wifi
7.9
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • S
    Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were fantastic and the downstairs lobby was nice fresh, modern and clean.
  • Angus
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location , people, facilities , parking was really convenient safe and well priced.
  • Suzanna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location, clean and very friendly staff it’s my third time returning.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Gourmet
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour

Amenities of Novotel Reading Centre
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Fitness center
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs £19 per day.
  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Indoor swimming pool
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness
  • Steam room
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • Polish
  • Portuguese
  • Romanian
  • Filipino

House rules
Novotel Reading Centre takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaDiners ClubCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Novotel Reading Centre of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Novotel Reading Centre

  • Novotel Reading Centre is 1,500 feet from the center of Reading. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Novotel Reading Centre offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Steam room
    • Personal trainer
    • Fitness
    • Locker rooms
    • Swimming pool

  • Check-in at Novotel Reading Centre is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Novotel Reading Centre has 1 restaurant:

    • Gourmet

  • Room options at Novotel Reading Centre include:

    • Double
    • Quad

  • The prices at Novotel Reading Centre may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.