pentahotel Reading

Family-friendly hotel with restaurant, near Broad Street Mall

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Sun 16 Nov
Sat 22 Nov
November 2025
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December 2025
Near Broad Street Mall, pentahotel Reading offers a warm welcome with a coffee shop, arcade games, and a library. Indulge in vegan cuisine at Penta Lounge or challenge someone to table tennis; previous guests rave about the helpful staff and location.
VIP Access
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Arcade/games room
  • Car hire on-site

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
£71
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Room options

Showing 3 of 3 rooms
Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer
Room (Penta Plus) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Room (Penta Plus) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room (Penta Plus)

Good

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer
Standard Room (penta) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Standard Room (penta) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room (penta)

Very good

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
Penta Junior Suite | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer
Penta Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Penta Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Penta Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Penta Junior Suite

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Oxford Road, Reading, England, RG1 7RH

What's nearby

  • Hexagon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oracle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Reading - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Madejski Stadium - 4 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 41 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 44 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 59 min drive
  • Reading Station - 9 min walk
  • Reading West Station - 10 min walk
  • Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Creams Cafe Reading - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Corner - ‬3 min walk

About this property

pentahotel Reading

Pentahotel Reading offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Thames River. After visiting the fitness centre for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 206 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Guests may request late check-out at 3 PM on Sundays. It is the property’s policy that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent or legal guardian. Guests are required to provide proof of the parental or legal guardian relationship and authorisation upon arrival.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • Children aged 5 and younger eat free breakfast

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Off-site parking within 656 ft (GBP 14 per day); booking required; discounts available

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's menu
  • Outlet covers

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Table football
  • Ping pong

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (5920 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • On-site car hire
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Fitness centre
  • Arcade/games room
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 110
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 116
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 38-inch Smart TV
  • Premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Elliptical machine
  • Rowing machine
  • Treadmill
  • Stationary bike
  • Free weights
  • Other gym equipment

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Paper towels

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Penta Lounge – This bar specialises in vegan cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
On-site venue No. 2 – This family restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open 24 hours. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 25.00 per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 19.5 for adults and GBP 9.75 for children
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 15 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 14 per day (656 ft away)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

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Renaissance Hotel Reading
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Frequently asked questions

Does pentahotel Reading offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, pentahotel Reading does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at pentahotel Reading?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at pentahotel Reading?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at pentahotel Reading?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 15 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at pentahotel Reading?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino (20-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at pentahotel Reading and nearby?

Pentahotel Reading has a fitness centre and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near pentahotel Reading?

Yes, Penta Lounge offers vegan cuisine.

What's the area around pentahotel Reading like?

Pentahotel Reading is in Reading City Centre, a short 9-minute walk from Reading Station and 13 minutes' walk from Thames River. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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pentahotel Reading Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The property's gym was surprisingly great and even exceeded expectations. (5 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, epic, fabulous, and delicious with a variety of choices. (17 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Comfortable hotel great convenient location. Recommended
Vincent, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room and bathroom was clean and a good size Check in was fast and problem free Not enough words to describe breakfast - well stocked,hot food was hot and a great choice
kevin, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Highly recommend

Good location and great service.
Ella, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely amazing stay
Wayne, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice quiet room. Room was a bit hot but staff lent me a fan which helped me to sleep comfortably.
Raphael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A place that make you feel like home and at ease. Amazing staff from check in to restaurant to breakfast. Super comfy beds.
Kristaps, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It a nice location parking away from hotel and had to pay extra
Candice, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Love staying here - the game options in the lobby are fab and we always enjoy ourselves
Chelsea, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay

Everything was good but was 30 degrees and the air con couldn’t cope we wanted to get out the room in the morning as early as possible.
Jackie, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Was allocated a room that already had a guest in it. When I was given an alternative room the hallway immediately outside stank of people smoking weed. The curtains didn’t cover the whole window so had street light shining on the bed all night. Shower gel was empty and wasn’t topped up on request. Breakfast was good
Shane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overnight stay

Only stayed one night but excellent stopover. Friendly and efficient check in. Standard room reasonable size, clean comfortable. Good shower. Good choices at breakfast. Will definitely stay again.
Kathryn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cleanliness
Violet A, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The late check-out at 3pm on a Sunday was ideal after the Reading Half Marathon.
Sanjay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Great hotel, fantastic facilities and friendly staff
Sean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice solo stay

Nice location, would be nicer if they advised you which car park is their concession car park before you get there. Lots of takeaways nearby, and shopping centre next door. Room was clean, and plenty of pub games in the foyer to play.
AHMED, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely clean room and excellent breakfast.
Charlotte, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location is very nice
Mohammad, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The stay wasn't as good as the first time we stayed. The room seems to not be as clean and tidy and their was parts of the decore coming off especially in the bathroom a bove the shower. The ceiling had crumbling paint and the toilet had a brown stain in the bowl. The sink again wasn't tidy as it was last year. The bed also wasn't comfortable, it's advertised as a king size bed, which infact was two single beds joined together leaving a uncomfortable crack down the middle of the bed. Also no king size duvet, rather two single duvets, no very nice when trying to relax with my wife. All in all not a great stay, but not the worst we have encountered. Think the hotel needs a revamp and maybe putting in a comfortable bed with a comfortable mattress without any cracks down the bed and a proper king size duvet to have a good night's sleep.
Steve, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Nowt special

1st key didnt work 2nd key didnt work 3rd key worked, paid for king size got a single Changed room, no apologies, Next room,2 single beds pushed together with 2 single quilts, bang average, hardly any tv channels. Average
Dave, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, with great lounge games included in the price - pool, darts, shuffle board, table tennis and more!
Jeremy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the hotel, very clean
Tiffany, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

For a town like Reading this hotel is an oasis. Staff are fantastic and helpful, great atmosphere and the rooms are super cosy. I look forward to our next stay here.
paulakhs, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel very central really good lounge bar area
Sharon, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

All good
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

nice roomm
Travis, 1-night trip