Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel
$89
/ night
Avg. for September
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$89
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel average $68 in December, the cheapest month, and $99 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | $70 |
| February | $80 |
| March | $79 |
| April | $72 |
| May | $77 |
| June | $87 |
| July | $99 |
| September | $89 |
| October | $79 |
| November | $72 |
| December | $68 |
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Most expensive: July (~$99)
Cheapest: December (~$68)
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Pavillion Restaurant serving guests of Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 80 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with bathtubs or showers are provided. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles.
Location
With a stay at Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel in Reading, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of River Thames and Prospect Park. This hotel is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Thames Path and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Reading Civic Centre.
What's nearby
Kennet & Avon Canal(0.9 miles)
Prospect Park(1.7 miles)
North Wessex Downs(2.9 miles)
Thames Path(3 miles)
River Thames(2.8 miles)
Reading Civic Centre(3.4 miles)
Oracle(3.5 miles)
Hexagon(3.5 miles)
Broad Street Mall(3.5 miles)
Genting Casino(3.9 miles)
Rivermead Leisure Complex(3.9 miles)
South Street Arts Centre(3.9 miles)
Reading Museum and Town Hall(4 miles)
Forbury Gardens(4 miles)
St. Laurence Church(4.2 miles)
Farnborough (FAB)(25.4 miles)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)(32.7 miles)
Oxford (OXF)(43.1 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Dry Cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
98 Bath Road, Tilehurst, England, United Kingdom
Kennet & Avon Canal (0.9 miles)
Prospect Park (1.7 miles)
North Wessex Downs (2.9 miles)
Thames Path (3 miles)
River Thames (2.8 miles)
Reading Civic Centre (3.4 miles)
Guest reviews
7.6
Good
Based on 774 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
39%
Couple
22%
Family
17%
Group
15%
Solo
5%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel, travellers frequently praise friendly staff, comfortable beds, and a convenient location with ample parking, while also noting dated rooms with maintenance issues and inconsistent cleanliness.
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What guests think
At Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel, travellers frequently praise friendly staff, comfortable beds, and a convenient location with ample parking, while also noting dated rooms with maintenance issues and inconsistent cleanliness.
Some guests faced noise from weddings or thin walls, and a few encountered damp odours or slow hot water/drainage. Breakfast and the restaurant draw mixed feedback, from excellent value to average quality and limited late options. Overall, expect a budget-friendly, no-frills stay suited to short visits.
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Facilities
Guests highlight ample on-site parking, often easy or free, though one review reported a charge. Bar and restaurant are available, but some noticed damp odours, occasional event noise, and times when staff were stretched.
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Mike
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Ample parking greeted me and did not fill up too much as the afternoon progressed and I soon found out why. I had booked an apparent "Superior" room which leaves me to wonder what the standard is like. The bed was comfortable and provided a decent night's rest and the shower worked well. The bathroom's finish was very sub-standard though with a nasty plug hole that was caked in hair and grime which I ended up cleaning out myself to ensure the water went down. The flooring seemed hastily laid with parts left unfinished and a very disconcerting dip in the middle of the floor which was not their by design. I decided not to dine their on the evening and my breakfast confirmed what an astute decision that was. I am used to good Best Western buffets and can safely say this was not one of them. A very limited supply of cooked food with anemic sausages, eggs left out far too long and apple juice which was very diluted. The bacon was the only redeeming factor as it was cooked nice and crispy. Overall I maybe expected too much from a hotel in this franchise but think that Best Western need to do more quality inspection work going forward.
Ample parking greeted me and did not fill up too much as the afternoon progressed and I soon found out why. I had booked an apparent "Superior" room which leaves me to wonder what the standard is like. The bed was comfortable and provided a decent night's rest and the shower worked well. The bathroom's finish was very sub-standard though with a nasty plug hole that was caked in hair and grime which I ended up cleaning out myself to ensure the water went down. The flooring seemed hastily laid with parts left unfinished and a very disconcerting dip in the middle of the floor which was not their by design. I decided not to dine their on the evening and my breakfast confirmed what an astute decision that was. I am used to good Best Western buffets and can safely say this was not one of them. A very limited supply of cooked food with anemic sausages, eggs left out far too long and apple juice which was very diluted. The bacon was the only redeeming factor as it was cooked nice and crispy. Overall I maybe expected too much from a hotel in this franchise but think that Best Western need to do more quality inspection work going forward.
8
sui
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly and helpful staff. Quiet area with easy and free parking.
Friendly and helpful staff. Quiet area with easy and free parking.
6
Jolanda
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was a rowdy wedding going on and staff were overstretched. Shouting and banging of doors all night. Comfortable bed, but hair in the shower. Behaviour of other guests is of course out of the staff’s control, but more staff should have been on duty in anticipation.
There was a rowdy wedding going on and staff were overstretched. Shouting and banging of doors all night. Comfortable bed, but hair in the shower. Behaviour of other guests is of course out of the staff’s control, but more staff should have been on duty in anticipation.
10
Nigel
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice quiet hotel with plenty of parking. Restaurant is pretty good.
Nice quiet hotel with plenty of parking. Restaurant is pretty good.
8
Nathan
May 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel really nice for the price paid bar and restaurant original not over modern which was nice the room was adequate but slightly basic although comfortable. Limited dining after 9pm but that seems the norm now. Room lacked a chair but this was quickly resolved by the hotel team
Hotel really nice for the price paid bar and restaurant original not over modern which was nice the room was adequate but slightly basic although comfortable. Limited dining after 9pm but that seems the norm now. Room lacked a chair but this was quickly resolved by the hotel team
6
Vincent
Nov 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient location, easy parking but rooms are dated and need refurbishment. Breakfast was average.
Convenient location, easy parking but rooms are dated and need refurbishment. Breakfast was average.
6
paul
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed while working locally. Bar smelt of damp as did the corridor joining the bar and reception.
Stayed while working locally. Bar smelt of damp as did the corridor joining the bar and reception.
6
Richard
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Mediocre Western at best! A bathtub that wouldn’t drain, the tape holding the panel onto the tub, the picture without glass, the blood stained mattress protector, the cracked and dirty China ware - just some of the negative elements found at this hotel during my stay. The reception staff were all exceptionally polite and courteous. The issue with the non-draining tub needed reporting twice. Public areas and my room were all very clean, the rooms; the very reason people use a hotel could desperately do with some of the magic already provided to the bar & restaurant area. Excellent parking offered at no charge. Would I stay again? Possibly.
Mediocre Western at best! A bathtub that wouldn’t drain, the tape holding the panel onto the tub, the picture without glass, the blood stained mattress protector, the cracked and dirty China ware - just some of the negative elements found at this hotel during my stay. The reception staff were all exceptionally polite and courteous. The issue with the non-draining tub needed reporting twice. Public areas and my room were all very clean, the rooms; the very reason people use a hotel could desperately do with some of the magic already provided to the bar & restaurant area. Excellent parking offered at no charge. Would I stay again? Possibly.
6
Gary
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Firstly i have to say the staff were all very helpful and fiendly. We stayed there due to it being close to an event we were attending. Good points are it was easy to find and good free parking. The hotel itself however is sorely in need of a refurb of the rooms and the public areas. Everything is clearly old, tatty and well past its best. Our bathroom had a drainy smell but this smell was present in many parts of the hotel including the bar area and the corridors. Cooked breakfast was ok but the continental choice was a bit lacking. My wifes big bug bear is rooms that dont have mirrors on dressing tables so she can do her hair and makeup so dragging a chair over to the wardrobe to use the only mirror which was actually inside the wardrobe whilst trying to make the hairdryer reach certainly didnt get her vote. My summary, ok for a night but dont set your expectations high. It is what it is, an oldish, unloved, unmodernised, outdated, in places grubby and in need of a oaint job, but if all you want is a bed for the night then thix will do. By the way, bed was comfy.
Firstly i have to say the staff were all very helpful and fiendly. We stayed there due to it being close to an event we were attending. Good points are it was easy to find and good free parking. The hotel itself however is sorely in need of a refurb of the rooms and the public areas. Everything is clearly old, tatty and well past its best. Our bathroom had a drainy smell but this smell was present in many parts of the hotel including the bar area and the corridors. Cooked breakfast was ok but the continental choice was a bit lacking. My wifes big bug bear is rooms that dont have mirrors on dressing tables so she can do her hair and makeup so dragging a chair over to the wardrobe to use the only mirror which was actually inside the wardrobe whilst trying to make the hairdryer reach certainly didnt get her vote. My summary, ok for a night but dont set your expectations high. It is what it is, an oldish, unloved, unmodernised, outdated, in places grubby and in need of a oaint job, but if all you want is a bed for the night then thix will do. By the way, bed was comfy.
8
Robert
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Having to pay £15 a night for parking at your hotel ruined the whole experience for me - just another way of squeezing money out of your customers- shame as it is a nice hotel
Having to pay £15 a night for parking at your hotel ruined the whole experience for me - just another way of squeezing money out of your customers- shame as it is a nice hotel
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness feedback is mixed: several guests found rooms very clean, while others reported dirty bathrooms, hairs, cobwebs, stained bedding, and occasionally filthy windows or faulty blinds.
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10
Loretta
Dec 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
As normal my room was clean and tidy, and staff polite as always, For the first time i had bottled water in my room which is a nice touch.
As normal my room was clean and tidy, and staff polite as always, For the first time i had bottled water in my room which is a nice touch.
4
Tayah
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The first time we arrived our neighbours were playing loud music, we asked to move and we got told by the staff they'd give them a sound warning, which they did and fortunately they turned the music down. Our room wasn't the cleanest, there was hairs in the shower and bed and where our towels were in the wardrobe were very dusty. My partner had a bath and the water flooded out of the bottom of the bath. Whilst we was out, someone had come into our room and changed our bed and towels, even though we hadn't put a sign on our door to say we had needed it and we had only been there for one night. The duvet cover was dirty, and had a poo stain on it (i do have a photo if needed) we asked for another one and the receptionist said he was new and didn't know where anything was and would have to wait until another member of staff came in..
The first time we arrived our neighbours were playing loud music, we asked to move and we got told by the staff they'd give them a sound warning, which they did and fortunately they turned the music down. Our room wasn't the cleanest, there was hairs in the shower and bed and where our towels were in the wardrobe were very dusty. My partner had a bath and the water flooded out of the bottom of the bath. Whilst we was out, someone had come into our room and changed our bed and towels, even though we hadn't put a sign on our door to say we had needed it and we had only been there for one night. The duvet cover was dirty, and had a poo stain on it (i do have a photo if needed) we asked for another one and the receptionist said he was new and didn't know where anything was and would have to wait until another member of staff came in..
2
Philip
Mar 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was full of cobwebs the furniture broken the bathroom was filthy & no hot water from the taps
The room was full of cobwebs the furniture broken the bathroom was filthy & no hot water from the taps
6
Douglas
May 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
En-suite not as clean as shoukd be. Very thin walls between rooms so noisy during the night.
En-suite not as clean as shoukd be. Very thin walls between rooms so noisy during the night.
6
Simon
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The bathroom left a lot to be desired. Soap dispensers didn't work/empty. Informed staff did nothing. Shower was leaking. Toilet was disgusting. Windows were filthy. Blinds were faulty. Overall very disappointing.
The bathroom left a lot to be desired. Soap dispensers didn't work/empty. Informed staff did nothing. Shower was leaking. Toilet was disgusting. Windows were filthy. Blinds were faulty. Overall very disappointing.
4
Paul
Dec 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked 4 nights for work, reception staff very rude, room no 14 filthy, stains in toilet and shower and hand basin, Electric cables running outside of broken wardrobe, TV very small, couldn’t get some channels poor signal,cigarette burn marks on windowsill, will be looking for somewhere better to stay next time
Booked 4 nights for work, reception staff very rude, room no 14 filthy, stains in toilet and shower and hand basin, Electric cables running outside of broken wardrobe, TV very small, couldn’t get some channels poor signal,cigarette burn marks on windowsill, will be looking for somewhere better to stay next time
10
Kwok Wing
Dec 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very clean , Thank you so much!!
Room was very clean , Thank you so much!!
10
Stephen
May 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely stay from start to finish great staff ,very clean.
Lovely stay from start to finish great staff ,very clean.
8
Lorraine
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great value for money, very clean, comfortable and good breakfast. We only stayed one night but had everything we needed.
Great value for money, very clean, comfortable and good breakfast. We only stayed one night but had everything we needed.
10
Kenneth
Dec 28, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff were helpful and friendly. the room was clean and the breakfast choices were excellent
Staff were helpful and friendly. the room was clean and the breakfast choices were excellent
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Rooms
Rooms are generally dated and in need of refurbishment, with recurring maintenance issues (leaky showers, poor drainage, cracked basins, uneven floors, and heating problems) and occasional noise from thin walls; beds are often described as comfortable, and some rooms are quiet.
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Diego
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Dated, horrible, I was able to hear the person next door having a bath, everything is old and horrible except the TV. The sheets were clean. I wanted my money back
Dated, horrible, I was able to hear the person next door having a bath, everything is old and horrible except the TV. The sheets were clean. I wanted my money back
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Mike
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Ample parking greeted me and did not fill up too much as the afternoon progressed and I soon found out why. I had booked an apparent "Superior" room which leaves me to wonder what the standard is like. The bed was comfortable and provided a decent night's rest and the shower worked well. The bathroom's finish was very sub-standard though with a nasty plug hole that was caked in hair and grime which I ended up cleaning out myself to ensure the water went down. The flooring seemed hastily laid with parts left unfinished and a very disconcerting dip in the middle of the floor which was not their by design. I decided not to dine their on the evening and my breakfast confirmed what an astute decision that was. I am used to good Best Western buffets and can safely say this was not one of them. A very limited supply of cooked food with anemic sausages, eggs left out far too long and apple juice which was very diluted. The bacon was the only redeeming factor as it was cooked nice and crispy. Overall I maybe expected too much from a hotel in this franchise but think that Best Western need to do more quality inspection work going forward.
Ample parking greeted me and did not fill up too much as the afternoon progressed and I soon found out why. I had booked an apparent "Superior" room which leaves me to wonder what the standard is like. The bed was comfortable and provided a decent night's rest and the shower worked well. The bathroom's finish was very sub-standard though with a nasty plug hole that was caked in hair and grime which I ended up cleaning out myself to ensure the water went down. The flooring seemed hastily laid with parts left unfinished and a very disconcerting dip in the middle of the floor which was not their by design. I decided not to dine their on the evening and my breakfast confirmed what an astute decision that was. I am used to good Best Western buffets and can safely say this was not one of them. A very limited supply of cooked food with anemic sausages, eggs left out far too long and apple juice which was very diluted. The bacon was the only redeeming factor as it was cooked nice and crispy. Overall I maybe expected too much from a hotel in this franchise but think that Best Western need to do more quality inspection work going forward.
8
Katherine
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is a little old and could do with a refurb BUT the staff were friendly, the room was clean, the bed was comfortable and it was very quiet which for me are the four most important things in a hotel stay!
The hotel is a little old and could do with a refurb BUT the staff were friendly, the room was clean, the bed was comfortable and it was very quiet which for me are the four most important things in a hotel stay!
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Chris
Nov 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Average for a Best Western ... A little bit 'tired' around the edges. Comfy bed Bathroom basin was cracked & other small details could be addressed
Average for a Best Western ... A little bit 'tired' around the edges. Comfy bed Bathroom basin was cracked & other small details could be addressed
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Trevor
Dec 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
All I needed was a cheap but acceptable room. The room was tired, poorly maintained. Plumbing sqeeked & oscillated, sink blocked, everything in the room worn out. View was of a room with cables everywhere. The hotel was characterised for me in the not providing any shower gel or soaps etc. Amusingly, they had left the metal holders for the bottles screwed to the wall. Presumably from the more generous previous owners. FELT WELL BELOW BEST WESTERN standard.
All I needed was a cheap but acceptable room. The room was tired, poorly maintained. Plumbing sqeeked & oscillated, sink blocked, everything in the room worn out. View was of a room with cables everywhere. The hotel was characterised for me in the not providing any shower gel or soaps etc. Amusingly, they had left the metal holders for the bottles screwed to the wall. Presumably from the more generous previous owners. FELT WELL BELOW BEST WESTERN standard.
6
Vincent
Nov 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient location, easy parking but rooms are dated and need refurbishment. Breakfast was average.
Convenient location, easy parking but rooms are dated and need refurbishment. Breakfast was average.
8
Russell
Nov 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was nice, free water and snacks. Pillows and bed both good. Only bad things were the bathroom floor has fallen through so was sunk badly and the shower head desperately needs replacing.
Room was nice, free water and snacks. Pillows and bed both good. Only bad things were the bathroom floor has fallen through so was sunk badly and the shower head desperately needs replacing.
6
CLARE
Jun 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was a shortage of staff with the receptionist attending the bar as well Cleaning equipment was left in corridor. Bed was terrible. So lumpy! Another guest arrived after 1am and walls were paper thin so could hear conversation. We didn’t have breakfast so cannot comment on this.
There was a shortage of staff with the receptionist attending the bar as well Cleaning equipment was left in corridor. Bed was terrible. So lumpy! Another guest arrived after 1am and walls were paper thin so could hear conversation. We didn’t have breakfast so cannot comment on this.
8
Mark
Jul 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were friendly and check in was quick. Good location, right on the main road in and out of Reading. On a bus route too with frequent busses. Not much around in terms of bars / restaurants. Our room needed updating. Grubby carpet and basic facilities in room. Very warm room too. Fan provided. Hairdryers in rooms too, don't make the mistake we made and buy a hairdryer as there is one in room (hotel doesn't promote this on their website.
Staff were friendly and check in was quick. Good location, right on the main road in and out of Reading. On a bus route too with frequent busses. Not much around in terms of bars / restaurants. Our room needed updating. Grubby carpet and basic facilities in room. Very warm room too. Fan provided. Hairdryers in rooms too, don't make the mistake we made and buy a hairdryer as there is one in room (hotel doesn't promote this on their website.
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Lorraine
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great value for money, very clean, comfortable and good breakfast. We only stayed one night but had everything we needed.
Great value for money, very clean, comfortable and good breakfast. We only stayed one night but had everything we needed.
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly, polite and helpful with quick check-in, but a few reviews mention rudeness or short staffing affecting responsiveness.
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sui
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly and helpful staff. Quiet area with easy and free parking.
Friendly and helpful staff. Quiet area with easy and free parking.
10
Loretta
Dec 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
As normal my room was clean and tidy, and staff polite as always, For the first time i had bottled water in my room which is a nice touch.
As normal my room was clean and tidy, and staff polite as always, For the first time i had bottled water in my room which is a nice touch.
6
Jolanda
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was a rowdy wedding going on and staff were overstretched. Shouting and banging of doors all night. Comfortable bed, but hair in the shower. Behaviour of other guests is of course out of the staff’s control, but more staff should have been on duty in anticipation.
There was a rowdy wedding going on and staff were overstretched. Shouting and banging of doors all night. Comfortable bed, but hair in the shower. Behaviour of other guests is of course out of the staff’s control, but more staff should have been on duty in anticipation.
10
Lynn
Feb 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We were visiting our son who lived a 5 min drive away. It was really only somewhere for us to sleep wash and have breakfast. The hotel was ideal for us. People were very friendly and breakfast was lovely.
We were visiting our son who lived a 5 min drive away. It was really only somewhere for us to sleep wash and have breakfast. The hotel was ideal for us. People were very friendly and breakfast was lovely.
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Paul
Dec 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked 4 nights for work, reception staff very rude, room no 14 filthy, stains in toilet and shower and hand basin, Electric cables running outside of broken wardrobe, TV very small, couldn’t get some channels poor signal,cigarette burn marks on windowsill, will be looking for somewhere better to stay next time
Booked 4 nights for work, reception staff very rude, room no 14 filthy, stains in toilet and shower and hand basin, Electric cables running outside of broken wardrobe, TV very small, couldn’t get some channels poor signal,cigarette burn marks on windowsill, will be looking for somewhere better to stay next time
8
Christine
Mar 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable stay, staff very friendly, would stay again
Very comfortable stay, staff very friendly, would stay again
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Gary
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Firstly i have to say the staff were all very helpful and fiendly. We stayed there due to it being close to an event we were attending. Good points are it was easy to find and good free parking. The hotel itself however is sorely in need of a refurb of the rooms and the public areas. Everything is clearly old, tatty and well past its best. Our bathroom had a drainy smell but this smell was present in many parts of the hotel including the bar area and the corridors. Cooked breakfast was ok but the continental choice was a bit lacking. My wifes big bug bear is rooms that dont have mirrors on dressing tables so she can do her hair and makeup so dragging a chair over to the wardrobe to use the only mirror which was actually inside the wardrobe whilst trying to make the hairdryer reach certainly didnt get her vote. My summary, ok for a night but dont set your expectations high. It is what it is, an oldish, unloved, unmodernised, outdated, in places grubby and in need of a oaint job, but if all you want is a bed for the night then thix will do. By the way, bed was comfy.
Firstly i have to say the staff were all very helpful and fiendly. We stayed there due to it being close to an event we were attending. Good points are it was easy to find and good free parking. The hotel itself however is sorely in need of a refurb of the rooms and the public areas. Everything is clearly old, tatty and well past its best. Our bathroom had a drainy smell but this smell was present in many parts of the hotel including the bar area and the corridors. Cooked breakfast was ok but the continental choice was a bit lacking. My wifes big bug bear is rooms that dont have mirrors on dressing tables so she can do her hair and makeup so dragging a chair over to the wardrobe to use the only mirror which was actually inside the wardrobe whilst trying to make the hairdryer reach certainly didnt get her vote. My summary, ok for a night but dont set your expectations high. It is what it is, an oldish, unloved, unmodernised, outdated, in places grubby and in need of a oaint job, but if all you want is a bed for the night then thix will do. By the way, bed was comfy.
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Deborah
Apr 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect for purpose. A comfortable night. Friendly staff.
Perfect for purpose. A comfortable night. Friendly staff.
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Kenneth
Dec 28, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff were helpful and friendly. the room was clean and the breakfast choices were excellent
Staff were helpful and friendly. the room was clean and the breakfast choices were excellent
10
Nigel
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice Hotel conveniently located. Restaurant offerings were nice at reasonable and sensible prices. Members of staff pleasant and helpful.
Nice Hotel conveniently located. Restaurant offerings were nice at reasonable and sensible prices. Members of staff pleasant and helpful.
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Location
Location is convenient for Reading, major roads and local events, with a generally safe feel; public transport is nearby, though there is little in the immediate area for nightlife or dining.
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Philip
Nov 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Smallish room but very comfortable bed, nice friendly staff, easy to find from M4 My only criticism: restaurant menu was a bit underwhelming
Smallish room but very comfortable bed, nice friendly staff, easy to find from M4 My only criticism: restaurant menu was a bit underwhelming
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sui
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly and helpful staff. Quiet area with easy and free parking.
Friendly and helpful staff. Quiet area with easy and free parking.
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Nigel
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice quiet hotel with plenty of parking. Restaurant is pretty good.
Nice quiet hotel with plenty of parking. Restaurant is pretty good.
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Vincent
Nov 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient location, easy parking but rooms are dated and need refurbishment. Breakfast was average.
Convenient location, easy parking but rooms are dated and need refurbishment. Breakfast was average.
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Mercy
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
You can walk around the area and it’s safe.
You can walk around the area and it’s safe.
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Gary
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Firstly i have to say the staff were all very helpful and fiendly. We stayed there due to it being close to an event we were attending. Good points are it was easy to find and good free parking. The hotel itself however is sorely in need of a refurb of the rooms and the public areas. Everything is clearly old, tatty and well past its best. Our bathroom had a drainy smell but this smell was present in many parts of the hotel including the bar area and the corridors. Cooked breakfast was ok but the continental choice was a bit lacking. My wifes big bug bear is rooms that dont have mirrors on dressing tables so she can do her hair and makeup so dragging a chair over to the wardrobe to use the only mirror which was actually inside the wardrobe whilst trying to make the hairdryer reach certainly didnt get her vote. My summary, ok for a night but dont set your expectations high. It is what it is, an oldish, unloved, unmodernised, outdated, in places grubby and in need of a oaint job, but if all you want is a bed for the night then thix will do. By the way, bed was comfy.
Firstly i have to say the staff were all very helpful and fiendly. We stayed there due to it being close to an event we were attending. Good points are it was easy to find and good free parking. The hotel itself however is sorely in need of a refurb of the rooms and the public areas. Everything is clearly old, tatty and well past its best. Our bathroom had a drainy smell but this smell was present in many parts of the hotel including the bar area and the corridors. Cooked breakfast was ok but the continental choice was a bit lacking. My wifes big bug bear is rooms that dont have mirrors on dressing tables so she can do her hair and makeup so dragging a chair over to the wardrobe to use the only mirror which was actually inside the wardrobe whilst trying to make the hairdryer reach certainly didnt get her vote. My summary, ok for a night but dont set your expectations high. It is what it is, an oldish, unloved, unmodernised, outdated, in places grubby and in need of a oaint job, but if all you want is a bed for the night then thix will do. By the way, bed was comfy.
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Mark
Jul 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were friendly and check in was quick. Good location, right on the main road in and out of Reading. On a bus route too with frequent busses. Not much around in terms of bars / restaurants. Our room needed updating. Grubby carpet and basic facilities in room. Very warm room too. Fan provided. Hairdryers in rooms too, don't make the mistake we made and buy a hairdryer as there is one in room (hotel doesn't promote this on their website.
Staff were friendly and check in was quick. Good location, right on the main road in and out of Reading. On a bus route too with frequent busses. Not much around in terms of bars / restaurants. Our room needed updating. Grubby carpet and basic facilities in room. Very warm room too. Fan provided. Hairdryers in rooms too, don't make the mistake we made and buy a hairdryer as there is one in room (hotel doesn't promote this on their website.
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Harry
Jan 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The easy location for were we needed to be
The easy location for were we needed to be
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Susan
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Booked as it was the nearest hotel to Engelfield House where we were attending a concert. Just needed a bed for the night and it did the job.
Booked as it was the nearest hotel to Engelfield House where we were attending a concert. Just needed a bed for the night and it did the job.
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Nigel
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice Hotel conveniently located. Restaurant offerings were nice at reasonable and sensible prices. Members of staff pleasant and helpful.
Nice Hotel conveniently located. Restaurant offerings were nice at reasonable and sensible prices. Members of staff pleasant and helpful.
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Dining
Breakfast and dining are inconsistent: many praise value and quality, while others find options average or cold and note limited late service or an underwhelming menu.
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STEVEN
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
On arrival it looked like it had been used for government contracts,very tired and in need of a face lift,staff were very helpful and breakfast in morning was top notch
On arrival it looked like it had been used for government contracts,very tired and in need of a face lift,staff were very helpful and breakfast in morning was top notch
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Mike
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Ample parking greeted me and did not fill up too much as the afternoon progressed and I soon found out why. I had booked an apparent "Superior" room which leaves me to wonder what the standard is like. The bed was comfortable and provided a decent night's rest and the shower worked well. The bathroom's finish was very sub-standard though with a nasty plug hole that was caked in hair and grime which I ended up cleaning out myself to ensure the water went down. The flooring seemed hastily laid with parts left unfinished and a very disconcerting dip in the middle of the floor which was not their by design. I decided not to dine their on the evening and my breakfast confirmed what an astute decision that was. I am used to good Best Western buffets and can safely say this was not one of them. A very limited supply of cooked food with anemic sausages, eggs left out far too long and apple juice which was very diluted. The bacon was the only redeeming factor as it was cooked nice and crispy. Overall I maybe expected too much from a hotel in this franchise but think that Best Western need to do more quality inspection work going forward.
Ample parking greeted me and did not fill up too much as the afternoon progressed and I soon found out why. I had booked an apparent "Superior" room which leaves me to wonder what the standard is like. The bed was comfortable and provided a decent night's rest and the shower worked well. The bathroom's finish was very sub-standard though with a nasty plug hole that was caked in hair and grime which I ended up cleaning out myself to ensure the water went down. The flooring seemed hastily laid with parts left unfinished and a very disconcerting dip in the middle of the floor which was not their by design. I decided not to dine their on the evening and my breakfast confirmed what an astute decision that was. I am used to good Best Western buffets and can safely say this was not one of them. A very limited supply of cooked food with anemic sausages, eggs left out far too long and apple juice which was very diluted. The bacon was the only redeeming factor as it was cooked nice and crispy. Overall I maybe expected too much from a hotel in this franchise but think that Best Western need to do more quality inspection work going forward.
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Sam
Dec 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Pleasantly surprised. For the price we paid we were expecting something dismal but were just happy to have a bed for the night. Actually very good value for money. Tired but comfortable. Would definitely stay there again. One small point. We were absolutely delighted to find the room had a bath. Not so pleased when we went to run it and found no plug. 😥 Breakfast was exceptional value for money
Pleasantly surprised. For the price we paid we were expecting something dismal but were just happy to have a bed for the night. Actually very good value for money. Tired but comfortable. Would definitely stay there again. One small point. We were absolutely delighted to find the room had a bath. Not so pleased when we went to run it and found no plug. 😥 Breakfast was exceptional value for money
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Nigel
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice quiet hotel with plenty of parking. Restaurant is pretty good.
Nice quiet hotel with plenty of parking. Restaurant is pretty good.
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Nathan
May 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel really nice for the price paid bar and restaurant original not over modern which was nice the room was adequate but slightly basic although comfortable. Limited dining after 9pm but that seems the norm now. Room lacked a chair but this was quickly resolved by the hotel team
Hotel really nice for the price paid bar and restaurant original not over modern which was nice the room was adequate but slightly basic although comfortable. Limited dining after 9pm but that seems the norm now. Room lacked a chair but this was quickly resolved by the hotel team
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Vincent
Nov 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient location, easy parking but rooms are dated and need refurbishment. Breakfast was average.
Convenient location, easy parking but rooms are dated and need refurbishment. Breakfast was average.
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Elaine
Oct 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Building very shabby. Shower tray broken and didn't drain. No iron available. Constant smell of weed in the corridor. Breakfast was adequate but cold. On the plus side, the towels were pristine and the bed was comfortable.
Building very shabby. Shower tray broken and didn't drain. No iron available. Constant smell of weed in the corridor. Breakfast was adequate but cold. On the plus side, the towels were pristine and the bed was comfortable.
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Yunus
Feb 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Dated rooms. Mediocre breakfast options.
Dated rooms. Mediocre breakfast options.
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Lorraine
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great value for money, very clean, comfortable and good breakfast. We only stayed one night but had everything we needed.
Great value for money, very clean, comfortable and good breakfast. We only stayed one night but had everything we needed.
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Kenneth
Dec 28, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff were helpful and friendly. the room was clean and the breakfast choices were excellent
Staff were helpful and friendly. the room was clean and the breakfast choices were excellent
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Ivan
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay not far from M4 good location. Room good with tea and coffees. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast good with wonderful selection.
Great place to stay not far from M4 good location. Room good with tea and coffees. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast good with wonderful selection.
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Michael
Aug 2, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nothing to add to star ratings
Nothing to add to star ratings
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Sarah
Jul 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived at 6pm and were surprised to see all the changed bedding still outside all the bedrooms. Ordered some food which was very disappointing. However, breakfast the next morning was lovely. Staff were really friendly but hotel is looking tired unfortunately.
We arrived at 6pm and were surprised to see all the changed bedding still outside all the bedrooms. Ordered some food which was very disappointing. However, breakfast the next morning was lovely. Staff were really friendly but hotel is looking tired unfortunately.
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Freddie
Jul 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
TV channels not tuned in, and picture was bad - kept breaking up. Heavy footsteps from above room,
TV channels not tuned in, and picture was bad - kept breaking up. Heavy footsteps from above room,
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Peter
Jun 25, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Recently refurbished. Very helpful and friendly staff. Excellent breakfast. Will certainly stay there again
Recently refurbished. Very helpful and friendly staff. Excellent breakfast. Will certainly stay there again
FAQs about Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site, with limited spaces.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 12.00 for adults and GBP 8.50 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Reading, approximately 1.3 miles from Predator Assault, Laser Combat, and 1.7 miles from Prospect Park. It is within a 15-minute drive of the Thames River and Nirvana Spa.
Are children allowed to stay at the property?
Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although the specific age limit is not provided.
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How much do rooms usually cost at Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel in Tilehurst?
Over the next 60–90 days, room rates at Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel in Tilehurst typically land around $77 a night for two guests, ranging from $72 to $111 on peak dates.
When is the quietest time to visit Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel in Tilehurst?
Demand at Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel in Tilehurst peaks in January and eases through spring and early summer, with November the quietest month for arrivals and availability. Plan weekday stays in November for the least crowded experience.
What month offers the lowest room rates at Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel in Tilehurst?
December is the cheapest month to stay at Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel in Tilehurst, averaging $81 a night; July is the priciest at $118. December’s lower rates come even though November is the quietest month for demand.
What’s the area like around Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel in Tilehurst?
Set in Berkshire, Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel in Tilehurst is a good base for countryside walks and riverside outings—near the Kennet & Avon Canal, Forbury Gardens and Reading Museum and Town Hall. The hotel commonly attracts business travellers and couples seeking easy access to outdoor routes like the Thames Path.
How do this hotel’s rates compare with other nearby hotels in Tilehurst?
Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel in Tilehurst is cheaper than 10 of 14 comparable hotels nearby, with a typical median of $88 a night versus about $104 for peers.
How does the nightly price at Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel in Tilehurst compare to recent weeks?
The current price at Best Western Reading Calcot Hotel in Tilehurst is $76 per night for 2 guests, which is low for this hotel: about 20% below its $97 average over the last 60 days. Most nights over that period fell between $67 and $287.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-04: 71.30430589618683USD
- 2026-09-05: 75.88398386955262USD
- 2026-09-06: 71.30430589618683USD
- 2026-09-07: 95.0026261241913USD
- 2026-09-08: 130.72874289894105USD
- 2026-09-09: 124.78253421058656USD
- 2026-09-10: 75.89185325737USD
- 2026-09-11: 71.30430589618683USD
- 2026-09-12: 75.89185325737USD
- 2026-09-13: 74.52312921638489USD
- 2026-09-14: 95.18795552444459USD
- 2026-09-15: 142.78869493408203USD
- 2026-09-16: 133.260434847641USD
- 2026-09-17: 77.06129036903381USD
- 2026-09-18: 76.14495864639282USD
- 2026-09-19: 75.89185325737USD
- 2026-09-20: 74.3392USD
- 2026-09-21: 95.18795552444459USD
- 2026-09-22: 142.78869493408203USD
- 2026-09-23: 132.95047135925293USD
- 2026-09-24: 76.98132037391663USD
- 2026-09-25: 76.14495864639282USD
- 2026-09-26: 77.06129036903381USD
- 2026-09-27: 76.14495864639282USD
- 2026-09-28: 95.18795552444459USD
- 2026-09-29: 142.78869493408203USD
- 2026-09-30: 124.78253421058656USD
- 2026-10-01: 77.00177369270325USD
- 2026-10-02: 76.14495864639282USD
- 2026-10-03: 76.98132037391663USD
- 2026-10-04: 75.50075000000001USD
- 2026-10-05: 95.18795552444459USD
- 2026-10-06: 114.23095240249634USD
- 2026-10-07: 114.23095240249634USD
- 2026-10-08: 95.2471USD
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- 2026-10-10: 77.03966727638245USD
- 2026-10-11: 76.14163542518617USD
- 2026-10-12: 95.1745474346161USD
- 2026-10-13: 114.23095240249634USD
- 2026-10-14: 104.7026923160553USD
- 2026-10-15: 77.06129036903381USD
- 2026-10-16: 75.89185325737USD
- 2026-10-17: 77.06129036903381USD
- 2026-10-18: 76.14495864639282USD
- 2026-10-19: 95.18795552444459USD
- 2026-10-20: 114.23095240249634USD
- 2026-10-21: 104.7026923160553USD
- 2026-10-22: 77.06129036903381USD
- 2026-10-23: 76.14495864639282USD
- 2026-10-24: 77.06129036903381USD
- 2026-10-25: 76.14495864639282USD
- 2026-10-26: 95.2471USD
- 2026-10-27: 114.23095240249634USD
- 2026-10-28: 104.7026923160553USD
- 2026-10-29: 77.06129036903381USD
- 2026-10-30: 76.14495864639282USD
- 2026-10-31: 77.06129036903381USD
- 2026-11-01: 75.50075000000001USD
- 2026-11-02: 95.18795552444459USD
- 2026-11-03: 114.23095240249634USD
- 2026-11-04: 104.7026923160553USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- For details on Best Western's privacy policy, visit https://www.bestwestern.com/privacy.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12.00 for adults and GBP 8.50 for children
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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