I really enjoyed the Crowne Plaza in Reading UK. I arrived really early after a very long flight…read moreand they went out of their way to check me in about 5 hours early without additional cost. Nice looking hotel along the Thames River with a great running path with swans everywhere. Room was clean, nice layout, room to do yoga, nice bathroom. Breakfast was 9 pounds if you purchased in advance and it was fantastic.

A great place to stay in Reading, UK. The Crowne Plaza Hotel…read morein Reading, UK, offers a comfortable and convenient stay for travelers. One notable feature is its parking availability, making it stress-free for guests with vehicles. Prices are a little higher than other hotels but they are worth it for their breakfast and ambience. The hotel typically provides ample parking space, ensuring a hassle-free experience upon arrival. Check-in at the Crowne Plaza is known for its efficiency and friendly service. The staff is welcoming and eager to assist, making the process smooth and enjoyable for guests. The staff was pleasant, well-dressed, and helpful upon our arrival. It is conveniently located on the south side of the Caversham Bridge. It is a particularly good place to stay for those interested in the scenic beauty of the Thames River. Situated nearby, it allows guests to take leisurely strolls along the riverbanks, enjoying the picturesque views and serene atmosphere. The Thames Path, a popular walking trail, is easily accessible from the hotel, making it a great choice for nature enthusiasts. Overall, the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Reading is a well-rounded choice for both business and leisure travelers. With its easy parking, seamless check-in, and proximity to the Thames River, it offers a comfortable and enjoyable stay in this charming part of the UK.

Fucking disrespectful to the locals ridiculously loud music from 11 am and still going 11/12 hours…read morelater everyone saying the same thing giving everyone headaches next time I will get you shut down because its been way louder than the law let's you in a built up area

Very cute hotel nestled in the heart of Reading. Check-in was smooth and they have a bar which was…read moreopen until late night. Lighting is sparse in the room at night - I had two desk lamps and a floor lamp in the room. So, if you want to work at night that can be an issue. I loved how the bathroom had both a tub and shower

Let's just start by saying that I spend roughly 9 hours at the property which was about 9 hours too…read moremuch. I was not a fan and for ease of reading, I'll break down as follows: THE GOOD: *Prime location if you are traveling via train as it's literally adjacent to the Reading Station. In fact, the hotel overlooks the car loop. *Centrally located in the city centre, if thats your need or desire. THE NEEDS ATTENTION: *Where do I start as there is so much that really requires attention. I was told that this used to be a popular chain in the UK which seems to have had a major downturn in recent times. The overall sentiment here is that the property needs a real good scrubbing and updating. *The design is dark. Super dark. To the point that literally one lightbulb is illuminating the surface areas. This doesn't work well in the bathroom when in need of virtually anything requiring a mirror. *The guest room was fair at best - the carpet was stained and held a film of fifth that I did not feel comfortable walking around w/out shoes. The doors didn't have a secure closure. My safe did not function at all. There was a stench of extreme body odor in the room which I believe originates from zero to little air flow due to... *The rooms feature a key card light switch which means you have to place your room key card in a slot to activate the lights and HVAC in the room. I understand this as an efficiency play however it doesn't do well for the room setting as there is zero air flow when you vacate the room. It's also an outdated system often found at the cheaper hotel properties. Not a fan as there are better ways to accomodate sustainability. *The bed was fairly stiff and featured just two tiny bed pillows - of all areas to scale back on, this was a head scratcher. It didn't have a fresh or overly clean sense to it. *The towels need to be refreshed and more fluffy. *The bathroom overall was depressing - dark, dingy and smelly. Oddly enough the hot faucets displayed a custom printed tag warning that the pipe can get extremely hot. The fixtures are very dated. Again the lighting in here is atrocious. I don't think the floors were properly cleaned in years. *The walls and ceiling are paper thin. I think a heard of elephants were staying in the room above me on the 4th floor as I heard loud footsteps throughout the night and early AM for hours while I was waking up. So odd as the rooms are fairly small - how could so much walking occur. *My view was of a wall outside so nothing to note of there. Unless you need a hotel of a certain price point and location, I'd consider elsewhere.