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4- and 5-star hotels in Reading Town Centre

Reading Town Centre mixes a large shopping core with riverside walks, historic streets and easy rail links, so visitors can sightsee, shop and eat without needing a car. The 4- and 5-star hotels here suit couples on a short break, business travellers who want to be central, and families or groups wanting space and amenities. Spring and summer are pleasant times to visit, while the run-up to Christmas brings busy shopping crowds and festive evenings out.

14 hotels2 rated 4.5+10,414 guest reviews

The shortlist

Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.

  1. The Roseate Reading

    ★★★★★4.4652 reviews

    26 The Forbury, Reading, United Kingdom

    • Breakfast in room
    • Air conditioning

    Why stay hereAs a 5-star hotel on The Forbury, The Roseate Reading offers air conditioning, a balcony and breakfast in room, with a 4.4 guest rating from 652 reviews. It suits travellers who want a central, polished base and attentive touches close to the town centre.

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  2. The Penthouse at Hewitt

    ★★★★★

    40 Alfred Street Flat 1801, Reading, United Kingdom

    • Bar/Lounge
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereThe Penthouse at Hewitt is a 5-star apartment with a balcony, free WiFi and concierge service. Its self-contained layout and added comforts make it a strong fit for longer stays, couples or small groups who prefer their own space in central Reading.

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  3. Morden Central Self Contained Flat By CozyNest

    ★★★★★

    22 24 Cross Street, Reading, United Kingdom

    • Family rooms

    Why stay hereMorden Central Self Contained Flat By CozyNest is a 5-star self-contained flat with family rooms, express check in and a balcony. It works well for families or groups who want a central base with practical amenities and independence rather than a traditional hotel setup.

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  4. Bull Inn

    ★★★★4.41,433 reviews

    High Street, Reading, United Kingdom

    Why stay hereBull Inn is a 4-star hotel on High Street with a 4.4 guest rating from 1,433 reviews, one of the highest review counts in this shortlist. It suits visitors who value a central location and a well-reviewed stay within easy reach of town-centre shops and restaurants.

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  5. The Bird In Hand

    ★★★★4.41,080 reviews

    Bath Road, Reading, United Kingdom

    Why stay hereThe Bird In Hand is a 4-star hotel on Bath Road with a 4.4 guest rating from 1,080 reviews. Travellers who want a dependable, well-reviewed base for exploring Reading will find it a comfortable choice for a short break or business trip.

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  6. Crowne Plaza Reading by IHG

    ★★★★4.32,401 reviews

    Wharfedale Road, Reading, United Kingdom

    Why stay hereCrowne Plaza Reading by IHG is a 4-star hotel with a 4.3 guest rating from 2,401 reviews, the largest review base here. Its established reputation and wide guest feedback suit travellers who prefer a recognised brand for business stays or city breaks.

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  7. Malmaison Reading

    ★★★★4.2718 reviews

    Station Road, Reading, United Kingdom

    • Breakfast in room
    • Air conditioning

    Why stay hereMalmaison Reading is a 4-star hotel on Station Road with air conditioning, a bar and breakfast in room, plus a 4.2 rating from 718 reviews. It suits guests arriving by train and those who want a stylish, central base with in-room dining.

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  8. pentahotel Reading

    ★★★★4.12,252 reviews

    Oxford Road, Reading, United Kingdom

    • Breakfast
    • Bar/Lounge

    Why stay herepentahotel Reading is a 4-star hotel on Oxford Road with breakfast, a bar and lounge, and a business centre, rated 4.1 from 2,252 reviews. It suits business travellers and city-break guests who want practical facilities and a lively central setting.

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  9. Novotel Reading Centre

    ★★★★4.11,868 reviews

    25B Friar Street, Reading, United Kingdom

    • Breakfast

    Why stay hereNovotel Reading Centre is a 4-star hotel on Friar Street with breakfast, breakfast in room and a bar, rated 4.1 from 1,868 reviews. It suits families and business guests who want straightforward comfort, central access and flexible dining options on site.

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  10. The Old British School By Esa

    ★★★★5.02 reviews

    Southampton Street, Reading, United Kingdom

    • Parking
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereThe Old British School By Esa is a 4-star property with free WiFi and both parking and self parking, holding a 5.0 guest rating from 2 reviews. It suits visitors who need parking and a central base while exploring Reading.

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  11. 173 177 Kings Road By Esa

    ★★★★4.26 reviews

    Kings Road 173 177 Reading Rg1 4Ex, Reading, United Kingdom

    • Parking
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay here173 177 Kings Road By Esa is a 4-star property offering free WiFi, parking and self parking, with express check out and a 4.2 rating from 6 reviews. It suits travellers who want a simple, well-connected base with convenient parking and a quick departure.

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  12. Select Serviced Accommodation City Tower

    ★★★★4.52 reviews

    Flat 205 Hewitt Berkshire 40 Alfred Street Reading, Reading, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereSelect Serviced Accommodation City Tower is a 4-star property with free WiFi, free car parking, lifts and non-smoking rooms, rated 4.5 from 2 reviews. It suits guests who prefer serviced accommodation with parking and a quiet, non-smoking environment.

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  13. Reading Serviced Apartments

    ★★★★

    12 18 Crown Street, Reading, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking

    Why stay hereReading Serviced Apartments is a 4-star property on Crown Street offering free car parking and credit card acceptance. It suits visitors who want apartment-style independence and the convenience of bringing their own car to a central Reading base.

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  14. Crown Lodge Guest House

    ★★★★

    27 Russell Street, Reading, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereCrown Lodge Guest House is a 4-star guest house on Russell Street with free WiFi, free car parking, a garden and luggage storage. It suits travellers who want a quieter, homely base with parking and outdoor space within reach of the town centre.

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Questions, answered

Which hotels in Reading Town Centre have parking?

The Old British School By Esa, 173 177 Kings Road By Esa, Select Serviced Accommodation City Tower, Reading Serviced Apartments and Crown Lodge Guest House all list parking or free car parking.

Which hotels have the best guest ratings?

The Old British School By Esa has a 5.0 rating from 2 reviews, Select Serviced Accommodation City Tower has 4.5 from 2, and The Roseate Reading has 4.4 from 652.

Which hotels offer breakfast?

pentahotel Reading and Novotel Reading Centre list breakfast. The Roseate Reading and Malmaison Reading list breakfast in room.

Do any 4- or 5-star hotels here have family rooms or apartments?

Morden Central Self Contained Flat By CozyNest lists family rooms, and Reading Serviced Apartments offers self-contained apartments with free car parking.

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