Bow Guest House

Guesthouse in Reading

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Bow Guest House, near the Thames River, is a cozy retreat where you can unwind with free in-room WiFi and luggage storage. Enjoy easy access to the river and explore nearby attractions with tour assistance.
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (4)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (5)

  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bath or shower
  • Free self-parking
  • Free toiletries
£73
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
Single Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Single Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Single Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Single Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Ensuite

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Digital channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, shampoo
Twin Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Twin Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Twin Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

Very good

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
Standard Single Room | View from room
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

Very good

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
Ensuite Family Room Lower Ground Floor | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, shampoo
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Ensuite Family Room Lower Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Ensuite Family Room Lower Ground Floor | View from room

Ensuite Family Room Lower Ground Floor

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
Toaster
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, shampoo
Family Room with Dedicated Bathroom Lower Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Family Room with Dedicated Bathroom Lower Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Family Room with Dedicated Bathroom Lower Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room with Dedicated Bathroom Lower Ground Floor

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Detached private bathroom
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Toaster
Stovetop
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
25 Russell Street, Reading, England, RG1 7XD

What's nearby

  • Hexagon - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oracle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of Reading - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 46 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 47 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 53 min drive
  • Reading West Station - 8 min walk
  • Reading Station - 14 min walk
  • Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nag's Head - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Creams Cafe Reading - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Tap - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ThaiGrr! - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Van - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Bow Guest House

Bow Guest House puts you a short five-minute drive from Thames River. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

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

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Toaster

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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

Bow Guest House
Bow Guest House B&B
Bow Guest House B&B Reading
Bow Guest House Reading
Bow Guest House Reading
Bow Guest House Guesthouse
Bow Guest House Guesthouse Reading

Frequently asked questions

Does Bow Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Bow Guest House 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 Bow Guest House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Bow Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bow Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at Bow Guest House?

No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around Bow Guest House like?

Bow Guest House is a short 8-minute walk from Reading West Station and 8 minutes' walk from Hexagon.

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