ibis Reading Centre

Hotel, 3-star25A Friar Street, Reading, United KingdomShow on map

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Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.1 out of 10, at 25A Friar Street.

Central Location and Convenient Transport Links Located just 2 minutes' walk from Reading Railway Station, ibis Reading Centre offers easy access to the city's attractions and is a short train ride from London Paddington Station.

Comfortable Rooms and 24-Hour Bar Featuring 182 air-cooled en-suite rooms, guests can relax in comfort. The on-site bar serves snacks round the clock, ensuring you're never hungry during your stay.

Accessible to Major Business and Sports Venues Situated near GreenPark Business Park and the Madejski Stadium, ibis Reading Centre is the ideal choice for business travelers and sports fans alike.

Book your stay at ibis Reading Centre now for a convenient and enjoyable experience in Reading!

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage

Rooms

7.9

Good

Rated 7.9 out of 10 by 6,313 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness7.0
Service8.5
Location9.1
Rooms7.5
Amenities7.5
Value8.0
Food & drink7.5

Guests mention

Excellent locationFriendly staffValue for money

kijitoramimiJapan
September 2026Solo traveller
朝食の種類が多かった
部屋は狭くはないが、デザイン優先で使い勝手が悪い　内装が少し古くなっている　エレベータがボロい
MattUnited Kingdom
September 2026Solo traveller
Worst hotel stay I’ve ever had. Stepping over homeless people. Stained and dirty carpets. Smelly “bathroom” slept clothe
Bathroom on par with a train toilet
MatthewUnited Kingdom
September 2026Couple
Better if travelling by train than car, but excellent value for money.
Clean, comfortable rooms with a/c. Excellent staff - all friendly and helpful.
Breakfast great and catered for gluten free.
Lack of parking nearby
OliveUnited Kingdom
September 2026Couple
We were visiting relatives, it proved an ideal location for this purpose.
The location to train station, and attitude of staff most helpful. Accommodation fine and room clean.
It exceeded our expectations so all very satisfactory.
StephanieBM
September 2026Solo traveller
A perfect stay for a short time in Reading
I liked that it was so close to the bus/train station. And the tiny bar downstairs was cute!
OwenUnited Kingdom
September 2026Couple
Fantastic stay
Central and everything walking distance. We went to reading festival for 3 days and being able to walk to and from the festival, order food from anywhere to the hotel and have a warm shower/ comfy bed to sleep was a game…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

25A Friar Street, Reading, United Kingdom

Guests rate the location 9.1 out of 10 — superb.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Check-out by 12:00 PM

Children welcome

No pets

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorization (certified signature). Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival. If you have any further question, please do not hesitate to contact us on 0189 533 500. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about ibis Reading Centre

What time is check-in and check-out at ibis Reading Centre?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does ibis Reading Centre allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Does ibis Reading Centre have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Does ibis Reading Centre have wheelchair accessible rooms?

The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.

Can I check in late at ibis Reading Centre?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.

How do I book ibis Reading Centre?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is ibis Reading Centre?

25A Friar Street, Reading.