With a leisure centre and stylish restaurant, Novotel Reading Centre is just 2 minutes’ walk from Reading Railway Station. The modern hotel has a 24-hour front desk and a cosy lounge bar. The spacious rooms each have a work desk and internet access. All rooms feature a minibar, a private bathroom with free toiletries, and an LCD TV. The Novotel Leisure Club features a fully equipped fitness centre with flat-screen TVs. Guests can relax in the sauna, steam room or the heated indoor swimming pool. Elements Restaurant serves an international menu, whilst the bar offers fresh coffees, fine wines and snacks. Hearty breakfasts are served daily, and 24-hour room service is available. The Novotel Reading Centre 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 particularly 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.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Private parking at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Davies
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The bed was super comfortable and had a great couple of nights sleep
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location, staff are very accommodating. Nice rooms, lovely hotel overall, was a great stay!
Faith
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location was central and the room layout was great
Despoina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The size of the room was really good and bathroom has lovely shampoo and bath products
Vicky
United Kingdom United Kingdom
It was great clean comfy had a pool, next to train station
Carl
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Hotel very clean Less than 5 min walk from reading train station Plenty of food options and drink options on street
Rhys
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Easy to find, good central location. Short walk to the train station.
Richard
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Overall the size of the room was good, it was very clean and the location is excellent.
Anna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Everything! Thanks again for making our traditional Christmas stay at your hotel so wonderful. We will be back again next year - God willing!
Dave
United Kingdom United Kingdom
I usually stay at the Ibis, next door. Thought I would try the Novotel, wasn’t disappointed huge improvement in every way, shame it’s so much more expensive

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$24.30 per person.
  • Menu style
    Buffet
  • Cuisine
    Continental • Full English/Irish
Gourmet
  • Service
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Menu
    À la carte
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More food and drink
Meals • Restaurants • Facilities

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 identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestro Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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