Novotel Reading Centre

4-star hotel with indoor swimming pool, sauna, and steam room in Reading city centre

Leisure & Wellness

The Novotel Reading Centre is the only hotel in Reading that offers guests an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and a fully equipped gym. All these facilities are part of the Novotel Leisure Club, which also includes fitness/spa locker rooms. Visitors can use the heated indoor pool and relax in the steam room after a workout.

Accommodation

Rooms at the Reading Novotel are spacious and include a work desk, LCD TV, and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Family rooms provide a separate WC in addition to the bathroom, offering extra convenience for groups. Some rooms also feature a minibar and soundproofing for a quieter stay.

Dining

Elements Restaurant at the Novotel Hotel Reading serves an international menu, with hearty breakfasts available daily from 06:30 on weekdays and 07:00 on weekends. The bar offers fresh coffees, fine wines, and snacks, and guests receive complimentary drinks while waiting at the bar. For late arrivals, 24-hour room service is available, along with options for special diet menus and packed lunches.

Family-Friendly Amenities

The Novotel Reading Centre hotel allows up to two children under 16 to stay free when sharing a family room with adults, and they also receive free breakfast. Families can request a late check-out until 17:00 on weekends, and a dedicated children's menu is available in the restaurant. The leisure club's pool and steam room are popular with families, and the hotel offers exclusive family offers for creating memorable experiences.

Location & Convenience

The Novotel Reading Centre is located just 2 minutes' walk from Reading Railway Station, with direct trains to London Paddington in about 30 minutes. The hotel is close to The Museum of Reading, Forbury Gardens, and the main shopping area, with many restaurants and bars within walking distance. On-site parking is available but must be pre-booked for £20 per night, and an electric vehicle charging station is also provided.

• Location: 2-minute walk from Reading Railway Station
• Wellness: Only hotel in Reading with indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and gym
• Dining: Elements Restaurant serving international cuisine and hearty breakfasts
• Family: Children under 16 stay and eat breakfast free when sharing a room
• Pet-friendly: Pets allowed with a small fee