Reading is the fastest growing city in the United Kingdom. Tracing its historical roots reveals that it was an important trading and ecclesiastical centre in the medieval period, making it a place of cultural heritage. Accommodations in Reading have a strong medieval feel on the outside but are equipped with modern facilities inside. With its history, charm and easy accessibility to London, Reading draws in many visitors. Read on to find out the best hotels and vacation rentals in Reading are!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 16, 2025.
1. The Forbury Roseate (from USD 153)
The Forbury Hotel - Hotel from The Forbury Roseate on Vimeo.
The Evening Standard described the Forbury Roseate as “The UK’s Sexiest Townhouse Hotel’ in terms of its design and opulence. Every furnishing in the hotel is detailed with an attentive touch and the building boasts some 86,000 Italian glass beads in its fabulous chandelier. Each room is equipped with espresso machines, luxury toiletries and a Bang & Olufsen TV. Reading Rail Station is a 5-minute walk away and Newbury, Ascot and Windsor racecourses are a modest thirty-minute drive away.
The Roseate Reading
3.05 km (1.9 mi) from Prospect Park
2. The Great House at Sonning (from USD 148)
Located in the village of Sonning and on the bank of the River Thames, The Great House Lodge offers accommodation that in a vintage style, with a touch of contemporary cool. This hotel caters to individual stays, celebrations or group bookings with its in-house Coppa Club restaurant. The hotel is also only a 20-minute drive to Reading city centre and Henley-on-Thames.
The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire
7.32 km (4.6 mi) from Prospect Park
3. Hilton Reading (from USD 190)
Hilton Reading is conveniently located for visitors to explore England. The 4-star accommodation houses a restaurant and a bar, as well as a 24-hour health club with a sauna and steam room that offers aerobics, Pilates and dance classes with personal trainers. Reading Railway Station, the M4 motorway and the Madejski Football Stadium are all within easy walking distance.
Hilton Reading
2.99 km (1.9 mi) from Prospect Park
4. Novotel Reading Centre (from USD 122)
The Novotel Reading Centre is a modern hotel with a muted and warm-coloured design. This 4-star hotel provides the best facilities for couples and families, including a Hammam spa, a heated indoor pool and a fully equipped fitness centre. The Novotel Reading Centre is conveniently located near the Madejski Stadium and the M4 motorway.
Novotel Reading Centre This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
2.71 km (1.7 mi) from Prospect Park
5. Pentahotel Reading (from USD 94)
Pentahotel Reading is a 4-star hotel featuring a chic guest lounge, a games room featuring a PlayStation and an American pool table and an on-site restaurant that serves European cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel is located near Reading University, the Thames Valley countryside and the medieval ruins. Visitors can reach London easily by train (Reading Train Station is a 10-minute walk away) and the nearby Broad Street Mall is easily accessible when in search of cafes or restaurants.
pentahotel Reading
2.29 km (1.5 mi) from Prospect Park
6. Holiday Inn Reading (from USD 170)
This 4-star, AA hotel is conveniently located next to Winnersh Triangle Rail Station and within reach of Legoland Windsor, Ascot Racecourse, London Heathrow Airport and the historic Windsor Castle. The hotel features Esprit Fitness & Spa, which offers a range of Dermalogica spa and massage treatments, the Caprice Restaurant and Monty’s Bar, which serves an extensive range of quality bar meals and cocktails. This is a child-friendly hotel where those under the age of 17 stay for free when sharing their parents’ room. Lastly, Kids & Action Adventure Park is just a 5-minute walk away.
Crowne Plaza Reading
8.45 km (5.3 mi) from Prospect Park
7. A self contained lodge, located in a leafy suburb of Reading (from 113 USD)
This one-bedroom lodge is best for 2 to 4 persons and features a fully equipped kitchenette and 3D TV with full surround sound. Nestled in a landscaped garden, this accommodation is situated in the suburb of Emmer Green and is within walking distance to local pubs, restaurants and shops. A short bus ride can take visitors to downtown Reading, where more shopping and entertainment can be found.
A self contained lodge, located in a leafy suburb of Reading
Price: from 113 USD
Number of Guests: 4
8. Large, cosy room with separate access, near town (from USD 73)
Catherine’s home is a 4-storey house, located near Reading West Railway Station and just a short distance to the town centre. This traditional home is a basement conversion, with natural lighting and a private front door. A rainfall shower is shared on the home’s 3rd floor and provides great views of the surroundings. Guests can use WiFi and the kitchen is shared as well.
Top guest reviews
Host:
host is really kindhost and family very helpful in welcoming us into their homevery helpful hostswelcoming and helpful hosts top notchnice and very friendly host and hostessLocation:
close to reading with easy access by bus train or even walkingit is a fantastic location 20 min walk from towngood location not too far from the centrea lovely stylish room in a great locationclose to town and to where we needed to be excellentCleanliness:
a spotless clean house in a quiet areathe accommodation was clean & invitingit’s quite clean and privacythank you catherine - a very comfortable and clean roomthe place is very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great place to stay with private entrance and toilet/sinkthey welcomed us nicely and even helped us take our heavy baggage to the rooma very friendly welcome and a comfortable room with extra facilitiesnice room with own entrancesecond time i’ve stayed - and once again warm welcome and a cosy room with great breakfast v good
9. Select, serviced accommodation - Manitoba (from 134 USD)
This serviced apartment offers one bedroom and features a fully-equipped kitchen with tea/coffee making facilities, underfloor heating, a 43’’ flat-screen Smart HDTV and a building concierge.
Select, serviced accommodation - Manitoba
Price: from 134 USD
Number of Guests: 2
10. Stay in the closest, modern flat to main station! (from 121 USD)
Jay is sharing his contemporary and fully furnished home, located in Reading’s town centre. Guests can get to the nearby shops and restaurants easily and into London by train, in 25 minutes.
Stay In the closest, modern flat to Main Station!
Price: from 121 USD
Number of Guests: 4
Vintage, classic and contemporary
Accommodations in Reading are stylish, spacious and often mix a bit of vintage with a contemporary touch. Visitors coming through Reading can enjoy its modern vibrancy and cultural heritage. Families like to come to Reading as hotels and home rentals are at a rather comfortable price range when compared to bigger centres.
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