Reading Central hotel
(1853 reviews)
Right by Hexagon arts venue, the Oracle Shopping Centre and Reading University
Hotel FacilitiesSee all
Chargeable offsite parking
Air con in all rooms
Breakfast
Restaurant
Free Wi‑Fi
Accessible
Parking at Premier Inn Reading Central hotel
We offer an exclusive guest parking rate of £17.50 per night. This car park is managed by Horizon Parking. Please be advised there is limited parking at this hotel. Alternative parking is available at Oracle Riverside Multi story.
Our rooms
Standard Double
A super-comfy bed, blackout curtains, a powerful shower and free Wi-Fi – our double rooms have everything you’ll need for a great night’s sleep.
Premier Plus Double
Our enhanced room design includes Ultimate Wi-Fi, a coffee machine, mini-fridge, bedside USB ports, iron, upgraded workspace & more.
Disclaimer: Features, layouts, room sizes and designs may vary by hotel and location.
Restaurant
Depending on your selected hotel and dates you stay, we may be offering different breakfast and evening options.
Reviews for Premier Inn Reading Central hotel
28 Sep 2026
Matthew Y
Trip Type:
"Brilliant stay, Aneta at the front desk was amazing!"
I stayed here twice in September (on the 15th and 24th). All the front desk staff were really polite and helpful, but I’ve got to give a huge shoutout to Aneta for being so sharp and having such a great memory.
When I checked out from my first stay, I left my luggage at the hotel. To my absolute surprise, the moment I walked back in for my second check-in, Aneta recognized me straight away and remembered my bags. She sorted it out with her colleague to get them for me right then and there. By the time the quick check-in was done, my bags were already right next to me.
The whole team did a great job, and I was made to feel incredibly welcome throughout. Cheers for the great hospitality!
28 Sep 2026
493juditht
Funchal, Portugal
Trip Type:
"Great stay"
Excellent stay. This is probably the best Premier inn we have ever stayed in. The staff were all excellent. Breakfast was very good and this is the only Premier that gives you a teapot!. The room was clean, comfortable and very quiet considering it is in the centre of Reading and on a main road. Can highly recommend.
22 Sep 2026
paulcS7117TW
Rhodes, Greece
Trip Type:
"Stank of smoke"
First room was really dirty hadn’t been cleaned or very poorly. Also stank of smoke. Moved to second room also stank of smoke. Like sleeping in an Ashtray. Premier Inn seems to be going from bad to worse.
22 Sep 2026
252525a
Trip Type:
Solo travel
"Didn't feel welcome or comfortable"
Premier Inn Reading Central
One member of staff ignored me at reception while waiting to ask questions. She spoke to someone else even though i was first in line.
Accessible Room basic no drawers or iron. Difficult ordering food to take to room, told by reception too busy
17 Sep 2026
Voyager65531803521
Trip Type:
"Worst Front of House experience I’ve ever experienced"
Booked previously and have never been asked for ID before now. I carry photos of my ID but this dreadful South African woman manning the reception demanded I produce physical ID and then said loudly for the benefit of everyone including guests in the vicinity ‘I can’t understand people who don’t carry ID’
She refused point blank to help me out even though I have stayed here several times already. I walked out and have booked another Hotel around the corner who were happy to take my money. Holiday Inn senior management needs to step in and retrain this charmless, self opinionated harpy before unleashing her back on the people who pay to keep her in a job.
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Hotel description
Get down to business quickly in Premier Inn Reading Central. Located in the heart of the town centre, you're close to Thames Valley Park, Reading University and Royal Berkshire Hospital.
After work, playtime begins. If you're a savvy shopper, head to the Oracle. Or check out the programme of rock, pop, comedy and drama events at the Hexagon. It's all on your doorstep. At the end of the day, return to a warm welcoming hearty meal and super-comfy bed.
Hotel contact information
Phone: 0333 321 8345
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