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Premier Inn Reading Central
Why guests stay
- Restaurant
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Video transcript
Welcome to Premier Inn Reading Central, a 3-star hotel in Reading, United Kingdom. Guests can enjoy a restaurant, Wi-Fi and parking. Guests rate it 4.1 out of 5, from 1,300 reviews. You will find it at Letcombe Street, in Reading. Have a look around, then compare and book on imptreading.co.uk.
About this stay
Premier Inn Reading Central is a 3-star hotel in Reading Town Centre, Reading, rated 4.1 out of 5 across 1,300 guest reviews.
Looking for a straightforward base in Reading? Premier Inn Reading Central in Reading Town Centre covers the essentials and sits near Dorney Court.
Book Premier Inn Reading Central through app.impt.io at the same live rate you would find anywhere else, with free cancellation on most rooms. Every completed booking funds one verified tonne of carbon removal — paid from the standard commission the hotel already covers, never added to your bill.
Facilities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Express check out
- Free Wifi
- Lifts
- Lounge
- Luggage storage
- Meeting room
- Parking
- Restaurant(s)
- Surcharge
- Wheelchair accessible
Location
Letcombe Street, Reading, United Kingdom.
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Where is Premier Inn Reading Central located?
Premier Inn Reading Central is in Reading Town Centre, Reading (Letcombe Street, Reading, United Kingdom), close to Dorney Court.
How much does Premier Inn Reading Central cost per night?
Recent rates started around £57 per night, but prices are set live — check the booking page for your exact dates.
How many stars is Premier Inn Reading Central?
Premier Inn Reading Central is a 3-star hotel in Reading.
Is Premier Inn Reading Central a good hotel?
Guests rate it 4.1 across 1300 reviews. It’s a midscale choice for Reading.
Can I visit the Abbey Ruins and where is Henry I actually buried?
Yes, Reading Abbey Ruins reopened in 2018 after a major conservation project and are free to visit as part of the Abbey Quarter, open daily from the Forbury Gardens entrance. Henry I was buried in front of the high altar of Reading Abbey in 1136, but the exact spot is under what is now the Ministry of Justice car park next to the ruins — a project has been searching for the grave for several years. Reading Museum next door displays finds from the abbey and is also free. Allow 90 minutes for both.
What is the best area to stay in Reading for first-time visitors?
Reading Town Centre (RG1), specifically the streets between the station and the Oracle, is the best first-time base. You can walk to the Abbey Ruins, Forbury Gardens, Reading Museum and the Kennet and Avon canal in under 15 minutes, and the station gets you to London Paddington in 22 minutes. Friar Street and Castle Street have most of the evening options. Expect to pay £100-160 for a mid-range room midweek.
When is the cheapest month to visit Reading?
January is the cheapest, with town centre 4-star rooms often at £70-90 and no major events to drive demand. February is similar but half-term week (usually mid-February) pushes family-friendly hotels up. Avoid the first weekend if Six Nations rugby is on, as Twickenham overflow reaches Reading. November before the Forbury Gardens Christmas market opens is the other quiet window.
How many nights do I need in Reading?
Two nights covers Reading itself — the Abbey Quarter, the Oracle, the museum’s Bayeux Tapestry replica and a Thames Path walk from Caversham Bridge to Sonning. Four or five nights makes sense if you want to use Reading as a Thames Valley base for Windsor, Oxford, Henley and Marlow, all reachable by train in under 40 minutes. One night is enough only if you are here for a single event at Rivermead or the festival grounds.
How do I get from Heathrow to Reading?
The RailAir coach runs direct from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Reading station every 20 minutes, takes about 60 minutes, and costs around £20-25. A taxi is 40-55 minutes depending on the M4, and priced at £70-90. From late 2024 the Elizabeth line connects Heathrow to Reading with a change at Hayes and Harlington, taking around 90 minutes for roughly £13. The RailAir is still the fastest public option.
Facilities and rooms
Food and drink
- Lounge
- Restaurant(s)
Business and internet
- Free Wifi
- Meeting room
Accessibility
- Lifts
- Wheelchair accessible
Other facilities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Express check out
- Luggage storage
- Parking
- Surcharge
Good to know
- Reception: the front desk is open 24 hours.
- Parking: car parking on site.
- Internet: free Wi-Fi.
Questions about Premier Inn Reading Central
Does Premier Inn Reading Central have parking?
Yes. Premier Inn Reading Central has car parking on site.
How far is Premier Inn Reading Central from the centre of Reading Town Centre?
Premier Inn Reading Central is in central Reading Town Centre, less than half a kilometre from the centre in a straight line.
Does Premier Inn Reading Central have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Wi-Fi is free at Premier Inn Reading Central.
Can I arrive late at Premier Inn Reading Central?
Yes. The front desk at Premier Inn Reading Central is open 24 hours.
Is Premier Inn Reading Central wheelchair accessible?
Yes, Premier Inn Reading Central is wheelchair accessible.
About Reading Town Centre
Reading Town Centre packs the station, the Oracle mall, Friar Street bars and the Abbey Ruins within a 15-minute walk. The station sits at the north edge, Friar Street runs east-west with chain bars and the Purple Turtle, and the Oracle hugs the Kennet to the south. Business travellers dominate the centre midweek. Friar Street and Castle Street hold the main drinking clusters; head to Milk on Merchants Place rather than the stag-do circuit around Yates. Reading Minster, behind the Town Hall on Chain Street, is easy to miss. Union Street, linking Broad Street to Cross Street, is nicknamed Smelly Alley, with a couple of independent stalls beside chain coffee shops. St Mary's Butts hosts a small Wednesday market. A 3km Kennet Loop takes about 45 minutes.
