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Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with full-service spa and health club
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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Exterior
Indoor pool
Exterior
Exterior
Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 14.95 per person)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
Caversham Bridge Richfield Avenue, Reading, England, RG1 8BD
  • Forbury Gardens
    16 min walk
  • The Gorge Café
    1 min walk
  • Reading Station
    14 min walk
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    42 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Room

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Premium Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed
Shower/bath combination
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Reading

Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel places you in the centre of Reading, steps from Thames Path and within a short 5-minute stroll of Thames River. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Revive can include massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Acqua, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Acqua Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room, conference space, and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Reading hotel include Genting Casino and within a 20-minute walk you'll find Reading Museum and Town Hall.

What's nearby

  • Oracle - 19 min walk
  • Hexagon - 3 min drive
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 4 min drive
  • University of Reading - 6 min drive
  • Madejski Stadium - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Reading Station - 14 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TGI Fridays - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Genting Club Reading - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Clay’s Kitchen & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Moderation - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Fox and Hounds Beer House, Caversham - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel

Eco-certified hotel with full-service spa and health club
Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. A hot tub, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the eco-certified Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

  • 122 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel offers 122 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Reading hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Revive has 5 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 14.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Acqua
  • Acqua Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 31 December 2024 to 31 December 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.95 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 15.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel has a self car park for GBP 15.00 per day.

Is there a spa on site at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Revive is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Is Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is offered on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

No, Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1001 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bedroom, with a balcony overlooking the Thames, was clean but pretty shabby - very worn carpets. The housekeeping staff were excellent. Breakfast staff did a sterling job despite a terrible kitchen. We asked for pancakes - they took over 15 minutes to emerge and had obviously been microwaved as they were rubbery and inedible. So, my wife then asked for two soft boiled eggs from the cooked to order menu. What came out (after prompting) were two fridge cold hard boiled eggs. Honestly, couldn’t make it up. The waiting staff came to the rescue and, obviously after giving the cook a severe talking to, came out with two perfect eggs. If only they’d got it right first time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Mixed feelings
Didn’t advertise car parking payment at time of booking… but reception was helpful with payment ( reduced by 50%). Whilst the bed was comfortable ish it was too big ie 2 doubles pushed together and the middle meeting was uncomfortable. Breakfast was a bit stressful bit busy people wise but .. no orange juice so went for cereal no milk at the table so went to drinks machine got milk no loose sugar/canderel ( sugar cubes don’t work on cereal !) . Went for fried eggs .. none had to wait and wait …. Then saw orange juice now in place … no glasses!… eventually it sort of worked out but wasn’t what I would have expected.. plus very cold in that area . Location excellent, staff very friendly and helpful…
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Noah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast buffet and clean and airy property with large windows. The only downside was the unknown fire drill that sent me fleeing out of the room and the difficulty in getting an Uber or taxi
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHAUN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here whenever I'm in Reading at our UK HQ. The staff are brilliant, it has a great gym and the rooms are big and comfortable. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

paul

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will start with the good bits , parking was easy but does cost £15 every 24hrs. Check in was quick and easy. Room was clean a bit dated but generally acceptable. Long day so fancied room service , firstly no menu in the room so had to get one of those , then tried to ring through from room phone to order but no one answers tried reception again no answer even tried ringing from my mobile to reception no answer and after half an hour gave up and ordered from Uber eats. Next day hung my 'please clean room' on door came back 4 hours later and not done. tried to ring house keeping and guess what .. no answer had to go down to reception in the end and ask. Tried room service again that evening did get an answer after 15 mins to be told they only have pizza or curry so went hungry. In summary for the service received its over priced , bar prices are also overpriced. wouldn't stay here again or recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whole experience was enjoyable. Would go here again when I’m back in Reading
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Hamilton and Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady at the front desk was terse, did not seem friendly.not only woth us but those in frontnof us also. We had to pay for car park but premiar inn was free, not great. The guy at breakfast was friendly ,nice guy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the river, nice bar overlooking the Thames to watch the world go by and nice pub over the bridge in Caversham. . On site parking. Good breakfast. Nice room with large balcony and a great view. Comfy bed and good shower. Lacking bedside power points (I charge my phone overnight). Would happily return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Goods night sleep
The public areas of the hotel were all lovely and breakfast was good. The room itself was fine but nothing special. Perfectly clean and functional and the beds were comfy. I think for the rating and the price you just expect slightly more but it definitely is a safe booking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Orlando

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location right on the river The Hotel is excellent well maintained Now looking forward to breakfast My Wife and I loved staying here will certainly use this hotel if we are in the area again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marc g

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

HOUSEKEEPING
Housekeeping poor..stayed 4 nights and only towels changed daily..bed just spread up..refreshments only replenished once during stay....ie..tea, water etc...also had issue with disabled parking..plenty marked spaces at hotel, but not monitored and were being used by non badge holders
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, comfortable bed and nice room. My only gripe was the ironing board - very cheap and in poor condition, it collapsed on me several times whilst trying to iron a shirt. Other than that - great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, STAMFORD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Marius

Liked: Staff & service
Nice place but the rooms and bathrooms are very old
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love it
Thoroughky enjoyed our stay for my partners birthday
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raj

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amenities were good. Should get folks up to speed for Henley regatta events
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024