voco Reading by IHG
$139
/ night
Avg. for September
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$139
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at voco Reading by IHG average $118 in December, the cheapest month, and $162 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $121 |
| February | $127 |
| March | $137 |
| April | $131 |
| May | $129 |
| June | $150 |
| July | $162 |
| August | $134 |
| September | $139 |
| October | $140 |
| November | $137 |
| December | $118 |
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Cheapest: December (~$118)
About this property
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area...
Amenities
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Reading? This hotel has 517 square feet (48 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 201 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Location
With a stay at voco Reading by IHG in Reading, you'll be connected to the convention center, within a 10-minute drive of River Thames and Madejski Stadium. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Kennet & Avon Canal and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Progress Theatre.
What's nearby
Madejski Stadium(0.1 miles)
Kennet & Avon Canal(1.3 miles)
Lagoona Park(1.4 miles)
Progress Theatre(2.3 miles)
Reading Civic Centre(2.5 miles)
Oracle(2.6 miles)
University of Reading(2.6 miles)
Broad Street Mall(2.6 miles)
Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin(2.6 miles)
Hexagon(2.6 miles)
John Lewis Reading(2.7 miles)
South Street Arts Centre(2.7 miles)
Museum of English Rural Life(2.8 miles)
Reading Central Library(2.9 miles)
Royal Berkshire Hospital(2.9 miles)
Farnborough (FAB)(19.4 miles)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)(28.4 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Dry Cleaning
Location
Madejski Stadium, Reading, England, United Kingdom
Madejski Stadium (0.1 miles)
Kennet & Avon Canal (1.3 miles)
Lagoona Park (1.4 miles)
Progress Theatre (2.3 miles)
Reading Civic Centre (2.5 miles)
Oracle (2.6 miles)
Guest reviews
8.6
Fabulous
Based on 1,757 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
40%
Couple
29%
Family
17%
Group
8%
Solo
4%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At voco Reading, travelers highlight friendly, helpful staff, spacious comfortable rooms, and useful leisure facilities like the pool and gym; the out-of-town stadium location suits drivers but can be tricky on match days with traffic and access.
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What guests think
At voco Reading, travelers highlight friendly, helpful staff, spacious comfortable rooms, and useful leisure facilities like the pool and gym; the out-of-town stadium location suits drivers but can be tricky on match days with traffic and access.
Breakfast is widely enjoyed, though some found the restaurant and bar offerings overpriced or uneven and the morning buffet crowded at peak times. Common niggles include sporadic housekeeping and maintenance lapses, dated or over-bath showers, patchy Wi-Fi/TV, and occasional pool closures or booking limits. Expect a comfortable, family-friendly stay with strong service, best for those happy to be outside the city centre.
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Facilities
Leisure amenities are a strong draw: guests praise the pool and gym, with sauna/steam also noted, though availability and upkeep vary (occasional closures, booking requirements, and some dated areas). Free parking is appreciated, but match-day access can be restricted.
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Tom
Aug 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really pleasant stay on the way home from holiday. The room was massive and great for a full family stay. With two king size beds and a single bed. The pool was nice for a little relax after being in the car all day but be warned you have to book slot, luckily some one did not show up to there’s or the kids would have been disappointed as the only ones available when we arrived was 20:00, so book early. Would stay again.
Really pleasant stay on the way home from holiday. The room was massive and great for a full family stay. With two king size beds and a single bed. The pool was nice for a little relax after being in the car all day but be warned you have to book slot, luckily some one did not show up to there’s or the kids would have been disappointed as the only ones available when we arrived was 20:00, so book early. Would stay again.
10
Kevin
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean hotel rooms were very spacious and all the staff were very happy and helpful. Breakfast was more than plentiful with a combination of full English and continental options. Loved the swimming pool sauna and steam room very relaxing stay. Will highly recommend and will use this hotel again.
Very clean hotel rooms were very spacious and all the staff were very happy and helpful. Breakfast was more than plentiful with a combination of full English and continental options. Loved the swimming pool sauna and steam room very relaxing stay. Will highly recommend and will use this hotel again.
10
Gavin
Nov 14, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
A very relaxing stay. The suites are just a relaxing home-from-home. All the staff friendly and helpful from the bar to the resturant to the night manager. All went the extra mile. Helpful they now have electric car chargers in the car park. Had a wonderful night at Cilantro's resturant with friends. Great food and ambience. I'm not normally a breakfast person - but the buffet and breakfast room is lovely....
A very relaxing stay. The suites are just a relaxing home-from-home. All the staff friendly and helpful from the bar to the resturant to the night manager. All went the extra mile. Helpful they now have electric car chargers in the car park. Had a wonderful night at Cilantro's resturant with friends. Great food and ambience. I'm not normally a breakfast person - but the buffet and breakfast room is lovely....
10
Matthew
Nov 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Hotel was fantastic and the gym was great, nice and clean, the staff were friendly, there was construction work being carried out on the side of the hotel, but know noise when I stay, I would definitely stay again.
The Hotel was fantastic and the gym was great, nice and clean, the staff were friendly, there was construction work being carried out on the side of the hotel, but know noise when I stay, I would definitely stay again.
10
Paulina
Aug 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable room. Desk and restaurant staff were helpful, friendly and provided great service. Would stay again but maybe not when a football match on as we could not get our car out of the overflow car park as the road is closed for 30 plus minutes. Would not rate the hotel meals and would not eat there again for dinner.
Very comfortable room. Desk and restaurant staff were helpful, friendly and provided great service. Would stay again but maybe not when a football match on as we could not get our car out of the overflow car park as the road is closed for 30 plus minutes. Would not rate the hotel meals and would not eat there again for dinner.
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Adam
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room wasn’t the cleanest. Curtains had what seemed like blood or chocolate staines all over them. The pool’s good though. Although hard to book a spot.
Room wasn’t the cleanest. Curtains had what seemed like blood or chocolate staines all over them. The pool’s good though. Although hard to book a spot.
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Hugh
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I stay in Hotels on business 20+ nights per month. Just found a new favourite. Top drawer. Friendly staff, immaculate conditions and a fantastic breakfast. Gym is A1 too !
I stay in Hotels on business 20+ nights per month. Just found a new favourite. Top drawer. Friendly staff, immaculate conditions and a fantastic breakfast. Gym is A1 too !
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Stephen
Feb 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent hotels , super clean and comfortable with the best breakfast I have ever had around the world. Only negative was checking in on a match day access to the hotel was closed for a few hours so was unable to check in when we wanted . So advice , don’t check in on a Saturday game day .
Excellent hotels , super clean and comfortable with the best breakfast I have ever had around the world. Only negative was checking in on a match day access to the hotel was closed for a few hours so was unable to check in when we wanted . So advice , don’t check in on a Saturday game day .
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Philip
Nov 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff excellent but run down area in the middle of a building site. Access over flow car park difficult
Staff excellent but run down area in the middle of a building site. Access over flow car park difficult
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Andrew
Oct 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Large room, great pool which I had to myself in the morning doing lenghts
Large room, great pool which I had to myself in the morning doing lenghts
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Cleanliness
Many reviews describe clean or spotless rooms and well-kept spaces, but there are recurring reports of stained linens or carpets, grubby or dated bathrooms, and inconsistent spa/pool cleanliness.
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Kamal
Aug 7, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff at entrance as very welcoming and good at check in. Main reason I chose to stay here was due to the fact it had parking. But issues I faced were poor internet connection, constantly having to turn internet off and back on on my phone. if you switched Wifi off and try to use your mobile connection, the building has poor signal coverage especially for EE. Not a comfortable bed, on both nights had a poor sleep. The bedding is so poorly done, bulges over and on side. bathroom looks like its been pulled out of a Travelodge and thrown in. mold around the bathtub shower. shocks me how hotels can't simply clean of have maintenance remove and replace. I asked for the pump on the conditioner to be changed, but this was not done. the breakfast is okay. but on Sunday the service was really bad. I requested for a portion of pancakes and smashed avocado on toast. waited over 15 minutes. completely poor service and were unable to tell me how long it will take and made to speak to manager. fruit is just brought and placed no quality check to see what the fruit is like. watermelon was basically just water no flavour. the avocado was not even ripe and not smashed how it should be. this is due to it not being ripe. this is the 2nd IHG hotel I have been too, and to be honest I don't think I will stay in an IHG hotel again.
Staff at entrance as very welcoming and good at check in. Main reason I chose to stay here was due to the fact it had parking. But issues I faced were poor internet connection, constantly having to turn internet off and back on on my phone. if you switched Wifi off and try to use your mobile connection, the building has poor signal coverage especially for EE. Not a comfortable bed, on both nights had a poor sleep. The bedding is so poorly done, bulges over and on side. bathroom looks like its been pulled out of a Travelodge and thrown in. mold around the bathtub shower. shocks me how hotels can't simply clean of have maintenance remove and replace. I asked for the pump on the conditioner to be changed, but this was not done. the breakfast is okay. but on Sunday the service was really bad. I requested for a portion of pancakes and smashed avocado on toast. waited over 15 minutes. completely poor service and were unable to tell me how long it will take and made to speak to manager. fruit is just brought and placed no quality check to see what the fruit is like. watermelon was basically just water no flavour. the avocado was not even ripe and not smashed how it should be. this is due to it not being ripe. this is the 2nd IHG hotel I have been too, and to be honest I don't think I will stay in an IHG hotel again.
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Mrs Emma
Apr 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean and spacious room, nice decor in reception and eating areas. The pool is very dated and looks grubby, like others have mentioned it definitely needs a bit of TLC. Oversell staff were really helpful especially at breakfast. Only down side was checking in, I’m not sure if we caught the guy on a bad day but it’s wasn’t very welcoming!
Lovely clean and spacious room, nice decor in reception and eating areas. The pool is very dated and looks grubby, like others have mentioned it definitely needs a bit of TLC. Oversell staff were really helpful especially at breakfast. Only down side was checking in, I’m not sure if we caught the guy on a bad day but it’s wasn’t very welcoming!
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Sunil
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Shower curtain was not clean at the bottom, was rushed out of the sauna & shower area because the cleaner wanted to go home early????
Shower curtain was not clean at the bottom, was rushed out of the sauna & shower area because the cleaner wanted to go home early????
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Szymon
Sep 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Just an average hotel. Rooms are clean, but the spa area is old, dirty and poorly maintained. Staff was fine.
Just an average hotel. Rooms are clean, but the spa area is old, dirty and poorly maintained. Staff was fine.
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Peter
Dec 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room bathroom not clean.
Room bathroom not clean.
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Michael
Oct 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing stay as always. Staff always very helpful and the hotel is spotless!!
Amazing stay as always. Staff always very helpful and the hotel is spotless!!
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Linda
Jun 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was large and spotless.
Our room was large and spotless.
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Adam
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room wasn’t the cleanest. Curtains had what seemed like blood or chocolate staines all over them. The pool’s good though. Although hard to book a spot.
Room wasn’t the cleanest. Curtains had what seemed like blood or chocolate staines all over them. The pool’s good though. Although hard to book a spot.
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Jacqueline
Aug 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was polite and friendly. The pool and breakfast was great. Our issue was the room. The blinds for the windows were not clean, bathroom didn't really have much privacy since you can see the silhouette of the person showering as well as the toilet. And the room I had only had 1 sliding door to the bathroom from the bed but other side was open to the front door. The other issue I had was the sheets appeared clean but we found some sticky stuff on the blanket. The staff was able to get us clean sheets. But at this rate, it ruin my night.
The staff was polite and friendly. The pool and breakfast was great. Our issue was the room. The blinds for the windows were not clean, bathroom didn't really have much privacy since you can see the silhouette of the person showering as well as the toilet. And the room I had only had 1 sliding door to the bathroom from the bed but other side was open to the front door. The other issue I had was the sheets appeared clean but we found some sticky stuff on the blanket. The staff was able to get us clean sheets. But at this rate, it ruin my night.
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Brenda
Dec 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Seems this Hotel is on a cost savings drive. Short on staff, except in the reception. Issues with cleanliness in the bedroom, especially around the coffee and tea making facilities. Carpet stains on the bedroom carpet really needs attention, as does the bathroom floor. Actually all areas in the Hotel need a general makeover for the modern traveller. The room key entry system has failed us each time over the last 3 visits. It’s the small things that count. Great location for our needs.
Seems this Hotel is on a cost savings drive. Short on staff, except in the reception. Issues with cleanliness in the bedroom, especially around the coffee and tea making facilities. Carpet stains on the bedroom carpet really needs attention, as does the bathroom floor. Actually all areas in the Hotel need a general makeover for the modern traveller. The room key entry system has failed us each time over the last 3 visits. It’s the small things that count. Great location for our needs.
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Rooms
Rooms are frequently spacious, quiet, and very comfortable with excellent beds, and many family rooms or suites work well for groups. Downsides include some internal rooms with little natural light, dated or over-bath showers with low pressure, limited TV options and patchy Wi-Fi, and occasional HVAC or lock/key issues.
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Gary
Sep 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room although a suite ( two king size beds and sofa bed) was internal and therefore no outside windows which was disappointing considering the online photos. Therefore room dark with very little natural light. The bathroom had a shallow, very narrow bath with shower curtain, again disappointing either put a proper bath in or just a shower. Have to say bedding was very good and comfy.
Room although a suite ( two king size beds and sofa bed) was internal and therefore no outside windows which was disappointing considering the online photos. Therefore room dark with very little natural light. The bathroom had a shallow, very narrow bath with shower curtain, again disappointing either put a proper bath in or just a shower. Have to say bedding was very good and comfy.
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Tom
Aug 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really pleasant stay on the way home from holiday. The room was massive and great for a full family stay. With two king size beds and a single bed. The pool was nice for a little relax after being in the car all day but be warned you have to book slot, luckily some one did not show up to there’s or the kids would have been disappointed as the only ones available when we arrived was 20:00, so book early. Would stay again.
Really pleasant stay on the way home from holiday. The room was massive and great for a full family stay. With two king size beds and a single bed. The pool was nice for a little relax after being in the car all day but be warned you have to book slot, luckily some one did not show up to there’s or the kids would have been disappointed as the only ones available when we arrived was 20:00, so book early. Would stay again.
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Andrew
Jul 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The property would've been better if cheaper but it's supposed to be a nice hotel and cost almost twice that of premier Inn etc but was similar standard. Also I got locked out 5 times due to issues with the lock on door
The property would've been better if cheaper but it's supposed to be a nice hotel and cost almost twice that of premier Inn etc but was similar standard. Also I got locked out 5 times due to issues with the lock on door
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Dennis
Dec 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We love the room type. A wide floor to ceiling window provides a bright and panoramic view. Room is clean and big. You have all amenities you need. The day we check in is my daughter’s birthday. Staff wrote her a birthday card and prepared a birthday treats for her. That’s lovely.
We love the room type. A wide floor to ceiling window provides a bright and panoramic view. Room is clean and big. You have all amenities you need. The day we check in is my daughter’s birthday. Staff wrote her a birthday card and prepared a birthday treats for her. That’s lovely.
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Tarun
Aug 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Probably one of the comfiest hotel beds I have ever experienced. Thanks for the stay
Probably one of the comfiest hotel beds I have ever experienced. Thanks for the stay
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Peter
Sep 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent hotel facilities and staff but found the wifi to be a little temperamental with it dropping out a lot which is obviously a big issue if you need to work there unless you have your own hotspot. TV service could also do with improvement as the smart tvs do not have any internet access (probably just as well given the wifi issues I found).
Excellent hotel facilities and staff but found the wifi to be a little temperamental with it dropping out a lot which is obviously a big issue if you need to work there unless you have your own hotspot. TV service could also do with improvement as the smart tvs do not have any internet access (probably just as well given the wifi issues I found).
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Shaun
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed here on a Friday night. Didn’t use the pool or bar. Bedrooms ok but shower pressure is low so could be an issue if you have lots of suds in your hair. Breakfast we booked and had lots to cater for different tastes. Would stay again.
We stayed here on a Friday night. Didn’t use the pool or bar. Bedrooms ok but shower pressure is low so could be an issue if you have lots of suds in your hair. Breakfast we booked and had lots to cater for different tastes. Would stay again.
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João
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Upon arrival I learnt the AC was malfunctioning for odd room numbers however my room was even number. 33 degrees in the room with a 1 yo and 4 yo who couldn't sleep. Extra fans were provided. Partial refund offered by Mgmt although took 3 months to actually have it processed
Upon arrival I learnt the AC was malfunctioning for odd room numbers however my room was even number. 33 degrees in the room with a 1 yo and 4 yo who couldn't sleep. Extra fans were provided. Partial refund offered by Mgmt although took 3 months to actually have it processed
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Gordon
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The front ladies on desk were excellent on checking in Only comment felt unsafe in shower as over bath and narrow slippery thought a suite /accessible room would have a walk in shower This aside we will stay again normally have stayed at Hilton a big improvement particularly on staff members
The front ladies on desk were excellent on checking in Only comment felt unsafe in shower as over bath and narrow slippery thought a suite /accessible room would have a walk in shower This aside we will stay again normally have stayed at Hilton a big improvement particularly on staff members
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B
Sep 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything from check-in to chec-out, cleanliness, breakfast is very good. The Not good thing was the TV which except the very few free tv channels didn’t have anything else. Couldn’t connect to a phone or laptop or the internet. A useless flat screen tv.
Everything from check-in to chec-out, cleanliness, breakfast is very good. The Not good thing was the TV which except the very few free tv channels didn’t have anything else. Couldn’t connect to a phone or laptop or the internet. A useless flat screen tv.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, professional, and attentive, with thoughtful touches for birthdays and quick responses to maintenance issues. Some guests reported slow check-in on match days or occasional lapses in attitude and follow-through.
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Tina
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We didn't realise the hotel was attached to Madjeski Stadium until we arrived on a match day. We checked in just after kick off though so most fans inside the stadium by then. Check in was very slow. We did receive apologies and told that the IT was failing however, service in other areas and later was also slow. Staff were polite courteous and helpful though. The room was lovely. Spacious, air con, complimentary water and the bedding was extremely comfortable. Do not use the recommended Top Cars cab company. We and many other guests experienced problems with them.
We didn't realise the hotel was attached to Madjeski Stadium until we arrived on a match day. We checked in just after kick off though so most fans inside the stadium by then. Check in was very slow. We did receive apologies and told that the IT was failing however, service in other areas and later was also slow. Staff were polite courteous and helpful though. The room was lovely. Spacious, air con, complimentary water and the bedding was extremely comfortable. Do not use the recommended Top Cars cab company. We and many other guests experienced problems with them.
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Lesa
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The VOCO in Reading was our last stay after a 9 day trip with overnight stays in Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris and London, and the BEST stay of the entire trip. From the moment we walked in, we were treated like five star guests in a five star hotel. The front desk was so helpful in making recommendations and offering to arrange taxi service, and then rescheduling that service when I needed it. The restaurant was great with fantastic hours; despite checking in late after 8 PM, we were still able to enjoy a great dinner and drink in the hotel bar. The restaurant and bar staff were also top-notch. We had a party of three, with two adults and a 13 year-old and had special requests about dining the next day. When we were arrived for dinner, even though we had a different server, they were aware of what we had shared the night before and fully prepared. We stayed for two nights and the accommodations were extremely comfortable. From being from America, we are used to air-conditioning and the air-conditioning in that hotel was great – the best of any hotel across our trip. We can’t speak more highly about the service. The only drawback, and it’s very small, there was no coffee or tea in the room and you needed to go down to the restaurant and I pay for a cup (or it was included if you dined in for a fee). Overall, this hotel was fantastic and probably the best service we’ve ever received while traveling.
The VOCO in Reading was our last stay after a 9 day trip with overnight stays in Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris and London, and the BEST stay of the entire trip. From the moment we walked in, we were treated like five star guests in a five star hotel. The front desk was so helpful in making recommendations and offering to arrange taxi service, and then rescheduling that service when I needed it. The restaurant was great with fantastic hours; despite checking in late after 8 PM, we were still able to enjoy a great dinner and drink in the hotel bar. The restaurant and bar staff were also top-notch. We had a party of three, with two adults and a 13 year-old and had special requests about dining the next day. When we were arrived for dinner, even though we had a different server, they were aware of what we had shared the night before and fully prepared. We stayed for two nights and the accommodations were extremely comfortable. From being from America, we are used to air-conditioning and the air-conditioning in that hotel was great – the best of any hotel across our trip. We can’t speak more highly about the service. The only drawback, and it’s very small, there was no coffee or tea in the room and you needed to go down to the restaurant and I pay for a cup (or it was included if you dined in for a fee). Overall, this hotel was fantastic and probably the best service we’ve ever received while traveling.
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Jack
May 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room looked nothing the picture. Reception staff not friendly on check in.
Room looked nothing the picture. Reception staff not friendly on check in.
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Steven
Nov 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a great hotel, modern with comfortable and spacious rooms. Unfortunately on this occasion I had an issue with the heating in the room. The controls showed an error message and the heating wouldn't work. I reported to reception and they sent someone to look at it immediately. It couldn't be fixed so I was offered an alternative room but the maintenance guy said I could have a portable heater which he brought up and that was fine. These things happen and the problem was dealt with quickly so I was very happy with the service.
This is a great hotel, modern with comfortable and spacious rooms. Unfortunately on this occasion I had an issue with the heating in the room. The controls showed an error message and the heating wouldn't work. I reported to reception and they sent someone to look at it immediately. It couldn't be fixed so I was offered an alternative room but the maintenance guy said I could have a portable heater which he brought up and that was fine. These things happen and the problem was dealt with quickly so I was very happy with the service.
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Lorelle
May 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a lovely one-night stay at Voco Reading as a family. Parking was easy, and the staff were so welcoming—especially Leon, who gave us great tips on where to go for my daughter’s birthday. The highlight was coming back to find a mini cake and birthday card waiting in our room, such a thoughtful touch! The room was clean, spacious, and quiet, which made for a very comfortable stay. Everything was smooth from check-in to check-out. We really appreciated the little details and the warm service. Would definitely stay again—thank you for making my daughter’s birthday extra special!
We had a lovely one-night stay at Voco Reading as a family. Parking was easy, and the staff were so welcoming—especially Leon, who gave us great tips on where to go for my daughter’s birthday. The highlight was coming back to find a mini cake and birthday card waiting in our room, such a thoughtful touch! The room was clean, spacious, and quiet, which made for a very comfortable stay. Everything was smooth from check-in to check-out. We really appreciated the little details and the warm service. Would definitely stay again—thank you for making my daughter’s birthday extra special!
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Jasber
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The VOCO Reading is a fantastic hotel with outstanding staff. You're always made to feel welcome, and the rooms are spacious, spotless, and equipped with all the latest technology. Definitely recommend to travellers.
The VOCO Reading is a fantastic hotel with outstanding staff. You're always made to feel welcome, and the rooms are spacious, spotless, and equipped with all the latest technology. Definitely recommend to travellers.
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Chelsi
Aug 11, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We arrived at the hotel at 3 to check in and was told the room isn’t ready because the hotel was full the night before. They asked us to wait in reception but with 3 year old twins that’s not so easy. We weren’t offered anything as an apology and we’re just left to sit there and wait with 2 of the reception staff being rude like it was our fault for chasing the room. Once we were in the room there was marks on the bed sheets, split tea/coffee in the cracks of the bathroom so had to put towels down. Our son is autistic and will only have a certain milk to drink that we packed especially, when trying to put it in the mini fridge it was warmer than the room, I asked reception and they were sending maintenance to check it (they never came equaling in wasted milk) The restaurant staff at breakfast were lovely and the food at breakfast was lovely, the beds were probably the best beds I’ve ever stayed in so feel really disappointed about the other areas. This was our only break away with the kids over the summer holidays to lego land so have left feeling disappointed especially with what I paid for 2 nights.
We arrived at the hotel at 3 to check in and was told the room isn’t ready because the hotel was full the night before. They asked us to wait in reception but with 3 year old twins that’s not so easy. We weren’t offered anything as an apology and we’re just left to sit there and wait with 2 of the reception staff being rude like it was our fault for chasing the room. Once we were in the room there was marks on the bed sheets, split tea/coffee in the cracks of the bathroom so had to put towels down. Our son is autistic and will only have a certain milk to drink that we packed especially, when trying to put it in the mini fridge it was warmer than the room, I asked reception and they were sending maintenance to check it (they never came equaling in wasted milk) The restaurant staff at breakfast were lovely and the food at breakfast was lovely, the beds were probably the best beds I’ve ever stayed in so feel really disappointed about the other areas. This was our only break away with the kids over the summer holidays to lego land so have left feeling disappointed especially with what I paid for 2 nights.
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ELISABETH
Dec 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lady on reception was very helpful & friendly
Lady on reception was very helpful & friendly
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Jatinder
Oct 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Ruined my 5 years birthday! The hotel was old and the service awful. All the facilities are old and breakfast was slow and machines weren't even working to get a coffee. To get anything vegetarian took 30mins. Awful service all around and if I could get my money back I would! Then complained to Le An Guan Front Office Manager and my complaint has been totally ignored.
Ruined my 5 years birthday! The hotel was old and the service awful. All the facilities are old and breakfast was slow and machines weren't even working to get a coffee. To get anything vegetarian took 30mins. Awful service all around and if I could get my money back I would! Then complained to Le An Guan Front Office Manager and my complaint has been totally ignored.
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Guy
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was clean and comfortable. Toilet in room needed attention. Not many staff on a Saturday night so the ones that were working were rushed of there feet
Hotel was clean and comfortable. Toilet in room needed attention. Not many staff on a Saturday night so the ones that were working were rushed of there feet
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Location
Set by the football stadium, the hotel is outside the centre but convenient for drivers, events, and trips like Legoland or the university. Match-day road closures and traffic can delay access and parking, and reaching town typically needs a short drive or taxi.
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Justin
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I liked the convenience of the proximity to the Reading Football stadium.
I liked the convenience of the proximity to the Reading Football stadium.
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margaret
May 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property was very clean and modern, and the breakfast buffet was great. It is difficult to get around in Reading by car, and the M-4 access is terrible.
The property was very clean and modern, and the breakfast buffet was great. It is difficult to get around in Reading by car, and the M-4 access is terrible.
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James
Jul 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location for a graduation ceremony at Reading University Facilities and staff were excellent
Great location for a graduation ceremony at Reading University Facilities and staff were excellent
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Jayne
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was convenient as I was at an event on the complex - otherwise it is a distance from the town centre. Hotel was decent, room spacious, bathroom clean. Staff friendly, one of the staff was kind enough to bring me a specific coffee. The breakfast buffet was very crowded and the seating area noisy.
It was convenient as I was at an event on the complex - otherwise it is a distance from the town centre. Hotel was decent, room spacious, bathroom clean. Staff friendly, one of the staff was kind enough to bring me a specific coffee. The breakfast buffet was very crowded and the seating area noisy.
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gillian
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We just had to time our exit as there was a football match playing. All was good☺️
We just had to time our exit as there was a football match playing. All was good☺️
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George
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Worked really well for us as a short overnight stop that we did not want to be in town for
Worked really well for us as a short overnight stop that we did not want to be in town for
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Alison
Feb 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great property. Lovely staff and excellent breakfast. Out of centre location
Great property. Lovely staff and excellent breakfast. Out of centre location
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Stephen
Feb 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent hotels , super clean and comfortable with the best breakfast I have ever had around the world. Only negative was checking in on a match day access to the hotel was closed for a few hours so was unable to check in when we wanted . So advice , don’t check in on a Saturday game day .
Excellent hotels , super clean and comfortable with the best breakfast I have ever had around the world. Only negative was checking in on a match day access to the hotel was closed for a few hours so was unable to check in when we wanted . So advice , don’t check in on a Saturday game day .
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Shelley
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Next door to football stadium & had to leave early or be late for event as we’d have been stuck in football traffic!!
Next door to football stadium & had to leave early or be late for event as we’d have been stuck in football traffic!!
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Andrew
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel Clean and friendly atmosphere. Reception staff and welcome very attentive, couldnt be more helpful. Room clean and comfortable, bathroom would of been nice with a walk in shower, updated bathrooms, but our shower was still very good. Bed was one of the most comfortable nights sleep ever. Although located at the stadium in reading, we used the location to visit areas out of town. too far to walk into reading, but a taxi ride cost £11.50 to town centre. Although we didnt use, the spa area and restaurant look high spec and would have definitely used if we stayed longer.
Hotel Clean and friendly atmosphere. Reception staff and welcome very attentive, couldnt be more helpful. Room clean and comfortable, bathroom would of been nice with a walk in shower, updated bathrooms, but our shower was still very good. Bed was one of the most comfortable nights sleep ever. Although located at the stadium in reading, we used the location to visit areas out of town. too far to walk into reading, but a taxi ride cost £11.50 to town centre. Although we didnt use, the spa area and restaurant look high spec and would have definitely used if we stayed longer.
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Dining
Breakfast is often praised for quality and choice, and many enjoyed meals in the bar or restaurant. Some found prices high or service inconsistent, with occasional crowds, slow orders, or underwhelming bar food.
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Iain
Nov 29, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, friendly check in and helpful. Parking was spot on. Ideal location for getting around. Only part i found awkward was breakfast. Staff were not as friendly, and when asked our room number they were saying it wasn't there. This was sorted by reception but i found the restaurant staff a little bit abrupt. Overall a great stay though.
Great location, friendly check in and helpful. Parking was spot on. Ideal location for getting around. Only part i found awkward was breakfast. Staff were not as friendly, and when asked our room number they were saying it wasn't there. This was sorted by reception but i found the restaurant staff a little bit abrupt. Overall a great stay though.
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Lesa
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The VOCO in Reading was our last stay after a 9 day trip with overnight stays in Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris and London, and the BEST stay of the entire trip. From the moment we walked in, we were treated like five star guests in a five star hotel. The front desk was so helpful in making recommendations and offering to arrange taxi service, and then rescheduling that service when I needed it. The restaurant was great with fantastic hours; despite checking in late after 8 PM, we were still able to enjoy a great dinner and drink in the hotel bar. The restaurant and bar staff were also top-notch. We had a party of three, with two adults and a 13 year-old and had special requests about dining the next day. When we were arrived for dinner, even though we had a different server, they were aware of what we had shared the night before and fully prepared. We stayed for two nights and the accommodations were extremely comfortable. From being from America, we are used to air-conditioning and the air-conditioning in that hotel was great – the best of any hotel across our trip. We can’t speak more highly about the service. The only drawback, and it’s very small, there was no coffee or tea in the room and you needed to go down to the restaurant and I pay for a cup (or it was included if you dined in for a fee). Overall, this hotel was fantastic and probably the best service we’ve ever received while traveling.
The VOCO in Reading was our last stay after a 9 day trip with overnight stays in Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris and London, and the BEST stay of the entire trip. From the moment we walked in, we were treated like five star guests in a five star hotel. The front desk was so helpful in making recommendations and offering to arrange taxi service, and then rescheduling that service when I needed it. The restaurant was great with fantastic hours; despite checking in late after 8 PM, we were still able to enjoy a great dinner and drink in the hotel bar. The restaurant and bar staff were also top-notch. We had a party of three, with two adults and a 13 year-old and had special requests about dining the next day. When we were arrived for dinner, even though we had a different server, they were aware of what we had shared the night before and fully prepared. We stayed for two nights and the accommodations were extremely comfortable. From being from America, we are used to air-conditioning and the air-conditioning in that hotel was great – the best of any hotel across our trip. We can’t speak more highly about the service. The only drawback, and it’s very small, there was no coffee or tea in the room and you needed to go down to the restaurant and I pay for a cup (or it was included if you dined in for a fee). Overall, this hotel was fantastic and probably the best service we’ve ever received while traveling.
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Amina
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Perfect stay. Lovely pool area. Tasty breakfast. Clean rooms. No complaints. Will be back again
Perfect stay. Lovely pool area. Tasty breakfast. Clean rooms. No complaints. Will be back again
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Hannah
Nov 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
What a lovely weekend break we had - nice meal in the bar, breakfasts were delicious, room was comfy - the shower was fab. Just loved it overall
What a lovely weekend break we had - nice meal in the bar, breakfasts were delicious, room was comfy - the shower was fab. Just loved it overall
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Junaid
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel staff were excellent and the room was one of the nicest I have been to in the UK, the food was poor at the bar we got a pizza and some kids meal, the pizza was actually from Aldi and for £19 and the triple cooked chips were frozen chips, hotel was nice but wouldn’t eat from there again
The hotel staff were excellent and the room was one of the nicest I have been to in the UK, the food was poor at the bar we got a pizza and some kids meal, the pizza was actually from Aldi and for £19 and the triple cooked chips were frozen chips, hotel was nice but wouldn’t eat from there again
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Jayne
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was convenient as I was at an event on the complex - otherwise it is a distance from the town centre. Hotel was decent, room spacious, bathroom clean. Staff friendly, one of the staff was kind enough to bring me a specific coffee. The breakfast buffet was very crowded and the seating area noisy.
It was convenient as I was at an event on the complex - otherwise it is a distance from the town centre. Hotel was decent, room spacious, bathroom clean. Staff friendly, one of the staff was kind enough to bring me a specific coffee. The breakfast buffet was very crowded and the seating area noisy.
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eyal
Jun 6, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Good location, the wifi is a big problem a lot of cuts off and in some room you can’t watch you tube. In the 4 days we stayed the coffee machine in the dining room was not working The prices for breakfast is too high for what you get
Good location, the wifi is a big problem a lot of cuts off and in some room you can’t watch you tube. In the 4 days we stayed the coffee machine in the dining room was not working The prices for breakfast is too high for what you get
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Vijay
Sep 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Found restaurant very expensive charging for every little thing without notifying customer before hand like condiments ketchup etc. If I were you will keep away from the restaurant dining.
Found restaurant very expensive charging for every little thing without notifying customer before hand like condiments ketchup etc. If I were you will keep away from the restaurant dining.
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Michelle
Jun 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovey spacious room, very comfortable beds. Good food in bar and great breakfast. Pool also a nice bonus.
Lovey spacious room, very comfortable beds. Good food in bar and great breakfast. Pool also a nice bonus.
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Sau Ying
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent front desk. Really good selection of breakfast and good quality
Excellent front desk. Really good selection of breakfast and good quality
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A.L
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Everything
Everything
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Michael
last month
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Stayed 5 nights
Great stay as always.
Great stay as always.
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Andrew
Aug 4, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Functional and clean. Good for a short stay.
Functional and clean. Good for a short stay.
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Paul
Jul 24, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic hotel. Great coffee, lovely helpful staff, amazing modern room with super comfy beds. There's nothing to criticise.
Fantastic hotel. Great coffee, lovely helpful staff, amazing modern room with super comfy beds. There's nothing to criticise.
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Jon
Jul 20, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Bedside table was not clean. We booked two single beds but when we checked in we were given a double . Staff very friendly and helpful and breakfast was excellent
Bedside table was not clean. We booked two single beds but when we checked in we were given a double . Staff very friendly and helpful and breakfast was excellent
FAQs about voco Reading by IHG
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. Limited parking is provided, and no reservation is required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A buffet breakfast is available for a fee. It is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM. The cost is approximately GBP 22 for adults and GBP 11 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 3:00 PM and check-out time is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances, wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas, and accessible rooms. Elevators are available for easy access to different levels.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located 0.1 miles from Madejski Stadium and within a 10-minute drive from the Thames River and Kennet & Avon Canal. It is approximately 2.4 miles from the Oracle shopping center.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an indoor pool available, as well as an outdoor heated pool. The operational hours may vary, and it is advisable to check for seasonal availability.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children 12 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not specify the availability of cribs or extra beds. It is recommended to contact the property directly for any specific requests regarding additional bedding.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. 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.
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; 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
- Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 22 for adults and GBP 11 for children
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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