26 The Forbury, Reading, RG1 3EJ, United Kingdom
#5 of 32 hotels in Reading
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1027 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 22 June 2024
Kirsten
United KingdomCar park charge on top of reservation
Beautiful presented hotel with lovely details plus location
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Lam
United KingdomNothing to tell.
I like its design and set up. It is a traditional English style hotel with classic design.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 19 June 2024
Kelsey
SwitzerlandI found the bed to be extremely uncomfortable and hard, but I appreciate that my preference for soft mattresses in not shared by all.
Beautiful hotel close to the abbey ruins, and quite centrally located. The Executive Suite was absolutely lovely, and we didn‘t want to leave. Highly recommended.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 15 June 2024
Mandy
United KingdomNothing
Perfectly positioned
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 8 June 2024
Pauline
United KingdomNo outdoor areas to enjoy
Everything
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 June 2024
Fiona
United KingdomDecor was beautiful, close by to everything .
I loved the hotel and suite , very stylish, clean and accommodating
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Dyala
United KingdomNothing
Beautiful hotel in the heart of reading. Everything was clean, organised and staff were professional. Would highly recommend
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Melanie
GermanyDoor to balcony doesn't close properly so you can here what's happening outside but not a problem really
A very nice hotel, very clean and friendly staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Andrew
United KingdomI think it's very much overhyped and thought the experience would be better. The smaller details in regards to cleanliness were missing
The helpful receptionists were a delight and also the comfiness of the beds
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
David
United KingdomAll good
Nice decor
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Andrew
United KingdomThe facilities were poor, the gym was very very small with little equipment and I couldn’t use the sauna or steam room because I hadn’t booked to use them. The sauna and steam room is only for 2 people!! We had to wait 45 minutes for breakfast, we had to ask twice. The staff seemed like they didn’t care and didn’t apologise for the wait.
The building was beautiful and the room was lovely. The hotel was clean and in an excellent location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Ben
United Kingdombreakfast in the restaurant was awful, yes they didn't charge in the end but the staff did not know what they were doing, which may be down to training? they couldn't get our order right on two occasions. When they try to charge as much as they do, they must provide a better service/food.
Room was perfect and very good value. Location was pretty and parking was easy to find/use. Front reception staff were very helpful. I would recommend this place to stay at.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Noemi
SwitzerlandFree upgrade to a studio, very nice staff. Perfect location central yet quiet and close to station and buses. Third time here, have tried all the house rooms. Never been in the old part of the hotel
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Petros
GreeceSmall & expensive parking.
Classic and luxurious hotel. Comfortable big room and decorated in character. Rich breakfast, excellent restaurant and bar. Professional staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Heather
United KingdomI didn't like the fact there was nowhere to sit for make-up and doing hair - no dressing table. There was no magnifying mirror.
It was a beautiful hotel, with great facilities and I would definitely return
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Adrian
United KingdomI didn't like paying £20 for overnight parking. The public spaces were functional but didn't feel relaxing or cosy. The ambience of the hotel was perhaps more that of a gentleman's club. I did however sit in the window of the lounge at reception to the front of the building and sketch the view of the park opposite when my wife shopped for an hour or so. It's an excellent central location overlooking Forbury Gardens.
Location and large bedroom with high ceilings and a sense of light and architectural grandeur. This was followed through in the furniture and decor. Breakfast room was pleasant and intimate with a mix of table and self-service options. Good quality coffee served (always a bonus). I was curious to know what the hotel looked liked on the inside and to experience its services - this curiosity was satisfied on this visit. Staff were pleasant and courteous.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Karen
United KingdomLots of bird faeces on the balcony made it unusable. Some Mould in bathroom.
Comfortable and fairly modern. Well placed in town centre.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 April 2024
Jacqueline
United KingdomLocation is fantastic, room beautiful and staff very welcoming
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Danielle
United KingdomCouldn’t really fault anything as staff were friendly and couldn’t do enough to make us feel welcome. If I was being really picky I would say that the dinners are a bit small portion but then again the quality of the food was 10/10 so it’s just personal preference not actually a problem as such.
Spacious, friendly staff, beautifully decorated, comfy beds, very clean, it was my partners birthday and they even put a happy birthday message on the table with chocolates and rose petals on the bed! Would love to come back again it’s was a wonderful experience being topped off with a couples massage at the spa which was also fabulous.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Lisa
United KingdomRoute to locate carpark not clear, drove around trying to find it
Decor Atmosphere Staff Bath Room Location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Mark
United KingdomNoisy room doors and heating pipes made loud noise hourly
Beautiful rooms
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Fleur
United KingdomBathroom door wouldn’t close. I contacted the reception for assistance but despite telling me they would send someone to help nobody arrived. Unable to get get showered and ready due to no privacy prior to going to our event
Lovely building Very friendly staff Clean room, nice touches - dressing gowns, slippers
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Dave
United KingdomIt was a little noisy in the evening when people came back from town, you could hear clearly everything in the hall way and through the wall from the room next door.
Very nice building, great location and very friendly/helpful staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Dani
United KingdomAdding a service charge onto drinks at the bar! Room was too hot and the fan provided was old and very noisy. Also room needed a bit of renovation for a 5 star, it was a bit tired.
Location was fabulous and staff were very friendly and helpful. Spacious bathroom.
Stayed in April 2024
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