Thameside Hotel
About this stay
Thameside Hotel is a 3-star hotel in Caversham, Reading, rated 3.3 out of 5 across 24 guest reviews.
Thameside Hotel is a 3-star hotel in Reading Town Centre, Reading, a sensible choice for sightseeing around Englefield House without overspending.
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Facilities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Air conditioning
- Bar/Lounge
- Bars
- Car parking
- Coffee
- Computer room
- Credit Card Accepted
- Dry cleaning service
- Family rooms
- Free Internet access (Lounge)
- Free car parking
Location
144 150 Caversham Road Reading Berkshire Rg1, Reading, United Kingdom.
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Where is Thameside Hotel located?
Thameside Hotel is in Reading Town Centre, Reading (144 150 Caversham Road Reading Berkshire Rg1, Reading, United Kingdom), close to Englefield House.
How much does Thameside Hotel cost per night?
Prices are set live by the hotel — check the booking page for a real rate for your dates.
How many stars is Thameside Hotel?
Thameside Hotel is a 3-star hotel in Reading.
Is Thameside Hotel a good hotel?
Guests rate it 3.3 across 24 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
Rooms
- Air conditioning
Food and drink
- Bar/Lounge
- Bars
- Coffee
Business and internet
- Computer room
- Free Internet access (Lounge)
Families
- Family rooms
Other facilities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Car parking
- Credit Card Accepted
- Dry cleaning service
- Free car parking
Good to know
- Reception: the front desk is open 24 hours.
- Parking: free car parking.
- Children: family rooms are available.
- Internet: free Wi-Fi.
- Payment: credit cards are accepted.
Questions about Thameside Hotel
Does Thameside Hotel have parking?
Yes. Thameside Hotel offers free car parking.
How far is Thameside Hotel from the centre of Caversham?
Thameside Hotel is in central Caversham, less than half a kilometre from the centre in a straight line.
Does Thameside Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Wi-Fi is free at Thameside Hotel.
Can I arrive late at Thameside Hotel?
Yes. The front desk at Thameside Hotel is open 24 hours.
About Caversham
Caversham is Reading's leafy north-bank neighbourhood across the Thames, with cafes, delis and a village feel. Caversham Bridge and Reading Bridge connect it to the centre, and Reading Station is a 15-minute walk across the bridge. Church Street and Prospect Street form the small high street, with Vino Vero and Geo Café. Weeknights are quiet by 9pm, most places close by 10, and the Baron Cadogan is the late pint option. Christchurch Meadows and the towpath give 45 minutes of riverside strolling. Caversham Court Gardens, beside St Peter's Church, has benches and a lawn down to the water, open dawn to dusk. Mapledurham Lock and its old watermill are ten minutes upstream, a half-day out by car or a two-mile towpath walk. St Anne's and Caversham Heights are almost entirely residential.
