Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel

Caversham Bridge Richfield Ave., Reading RG18BD United Kingdom (GBR)
4.0 Star Property
51.465090-0.978569
+1-800-219-2797
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3.0/5

Based on 1797 guest reviews

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  • Has indoor swimming pool
  • Access to gym on-site
  • 122 sleeping rooms in hotel
  • 3 floors in property
  • 2 suites in property
  • Check in: 14:00
  • Groups/Meetings rating of 8.4/10
  • 9 meeting rooms in property

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Check Rates2 Single Premium Balcony 22 23 Sqm Room with Bath Shower Combination Minifridge Furnished
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Local Attractions

London (40.0MI) Madejski Stadium (5.0MI), Caversham Heath Golf Course (2.0MI), Legoland (28.0MI), Hexagon Theatre (0.4MI), Henley on Thames (7.5MI), Windsor Castle (30.0MI), Ascot Race Course (28.0MI), Beale Park (9.8MI)
3.0 out of 5. Based on 1797 guest reviews

Property Description

Crowne Plaza Reading is a four star deluxe hotel, only 10 minutes walk from the Reading town centre. Its enviable location on the leafy banks of the River Thames, nestles just next to Caversham Bridge. Despite its close road and rail links to the main leisure and business areas of the city, the hotel remains peaceful and serene.The hotel boasts great facilities, including: 122 Standard, Executive Club & Suite bedrooms with a complimentary access to Club Lounge 5 function rooms, catering for up to 200 people Award winning Acqua Restaurant, Acqua Bar and 24hr room service revive Health Club & Spa, including swimming pool, steam & sauna rooms and spa bath Outside terrace, overlooking the River Thames - 200 secure car parking spaces, complimentary to all our guests Free Wi-Fi through out the hotel

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 14:00
Check Out: 11:00
Floors: 3
Rooms: 122
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 122
Handicap Rooms: 2
Suites: 2
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 9 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 5366 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 200 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar Hours: 24 hr for guest
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Individual - 4pm on the day of ArrivalGroup - 30 days prior to Arrival
Nightly Parking: 0
Typical Group Deposit: 25%
Total Taxes: 20.00%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Parking Fee: 0.00 Per Night (Complimentary Car Parking)
Porterage Fee: 1.00 Per Item
Additional Person Fee: 35.00 Per Person
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day (Complimentary Wireless)
Rooms Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Meeting Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Meeting Power Surcharge Fee: 0.00 Per Night
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 15.80 Per Person (Full English Breakfast)
Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 10.50 Per Person
Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 27.90 Per Person

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast in room
  • Charge for early check out
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fitness and health center
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Mini bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Restaurant
  • 24 hours room service
  • Safe in rooms
  • Sauna
  • Shower
  • Spa
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable

Airport & Shuttle Information

Transportation To and From HotelLondon Heathrow( LHR)Distance: 26.8 MI/43.13 KM EAST to Hotel From T 1 - T4 leave airport follow signs for M4 West, leave at J11 and follow sings for Reading then Caverhsam From T5 follow M25 northbound to J15. Exit onto M4 West. Leave J11 and follow signs to Reading then Caversham. Hotel Post Code RG1 8BD London Gatwick( LGW)Distance: 57.2 MI/92.05 KM SOUTH EAST to Hotel M23 London Bound. Exit J8 to M25 northbound. M25 to J14 for M4 West. Leave M4 at J11 and follow sings to Reading, then Caversham. Hotel Post Code RG1 8BD. TrainStation Name: Reading Main Station Distance: 0.5 MI/0.8 KM EAST to Hotel Taxi Charge (one way): £ 5.00 GBP Leave station and follow signs to Caversham. Hotel situated jsut before the Caversham Bridge on left.

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Pet Friendly?

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

About Crowne Plaza Hotels

  • Early check-in available and ideal for business travelers on the go
  • Luxurious, soft bedding and aromatherapy kit provided
  • Quiet Zones between 9 pm to 10 am Sunday to Thursday where there is no room attendant, housekeeping services, or engineering activities to help guests enjoy a restful night. Guests have the option to request services if needed
  • Bath amenities include Temple Spa's professional skin and hair care products for ultimate relaxation
  • Wireless internet available in guest rooms, suites, business center, and public areas

The Crowne Plaza Hotels highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: C.U.P. Speciality Coffee & Tea - A cozy cafe known for its excellent coffee and breakfast options, located about 0.8 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: The Lyndhurst - Offers a selection of modern British dishes, located approximately 1.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Thames Lido - Enjoy dining by the poolside with Spanish and Mediterranean-inspired dishes, just a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
  • Activity: Reading Museum - Explore Reading's history and culture with exhibits ranging from the Abbey Ruins to the replica of the Bayeux Tapestry, just 1.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Picnic Foods - A delightful spot for freshly made sandwiches and pastries, located about 1 mile from the hotel.
  • Lunch: The Last Crumb - Known for its creative dishes and vibrant atmosphere, situated roughly 2 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Pepe Sale - Sardinian restaurant offering authentic Italian cuisine, about 1.3 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Beale Park - Wildlife park and gardens, perfect for a family day out, located around 6 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: Workhouse Coffee - Artisan coffee shop with a great selection of breakfast options, around 0.9 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Bakery House - Lebanese eatery offering a wide range of Middle Eastern dishes, approximately 1.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: London Street Brasserie - Riverside dining with a British menu, located about 1 mile from the hotel.
  • Activity: Reading Abbey Ruins - Explore the historical ruins of Reading Abbey, a site of significant historical importance, located just 1.1 miles from the hotel.

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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel.

Feel free to use the Crowne Plaza Reading, an IHG Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Reading event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Riversuite 14 x 17 x 6 24520/180100110605060--/--200150--
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Riversuite

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
245 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
14 x 17 x 6 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
6
Columns:
0
Windows:
6
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Sound System
Caversham 1 & 2 13 x 5 x 3 715/----28--24----/--64----
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Caversham 1 & 2

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
764.2 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
13 x 5 x 3 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
0
Windows:
3
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
caversham 1 5 x 7 x 3 4116/--1512--12----/--24----
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caversham 1

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
441.3 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
5 x 7 x 3 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
Caversham 2 7 x 6 x 3 4520/--2018--1216--/--32----
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Caversham 2

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
484.4 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
7 x 6 x 3 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
0
Windows:
2
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Caversham 3 5 x 6 x 3 3716/--1512--1216--/--28----
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Caversham 3

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
398.3 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
5 x 6 x 3 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
0
Windows:
2
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
Executive Boardroom 4 x 6 x 3 28--/----------12--/--------
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Executive Boardroom

Room Type:
Boardroom
Total Size:
301.4 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
4 x 6 x 3 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
8
Columns:
0
Windows:
1
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Sound System
River Suite 14 x 17 x 6 244--/----110--5060--/--220250--
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River Suite

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
2626.4 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
14 x 17 x 6 M.
Floor Level:
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
    The Boardroom 4 x 6 x 3 28--/----------12--/--------
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    The Boardroom

    Room Type:
    General Meeting Room
    Total Size:
    301.4 Sq. Mi
    Dimensions:
    4 x 6 x 3 M.
    Floor Level:
    Natural Light?:
    No
    Obstructions?
    No
    Built In Screens?
    No
    Built In Stage?
    No
    Built In A/V?
    No
    Amenities Available
      Executive Office 2 x 2 x 3 4--/----------6--/--------
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      Executive Office

      Room Type:
      General Meeting Room
      Total Size:
      43.1 Sq. Mi
      Dimensions:
      2 x 2 x 3 M.
      Floor Level:
      Natural Light?:
      No
      Obstructions?
      No
      Built In Screens?
      No
      Built In Stage?
      No
      Built In A/V?
      No
      Amenities Available

        FAQs about Crowne Plaza Reading

        What time is check in?

        Check in time is 14:00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

        What time is check out?

        Check out time is 11:00 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

        How many rooms does Crowne Plaza Reading have?

        There are 122 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

        Is there any meeting space at Crowne Plaza Reading?

        Yes, they have 9 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

        Can I get a AAA rate at Crowne Plaza Reading?

        Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

        Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Crowne Plaza Reading?

        Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

        Is there a gym at Crowne Plaza Reading?

        Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

        Is there a pool at Crowne Plaza Reading?

        Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..

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