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Great Expectations Reading

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Great Expectations Reading, 33 London Street, Reading -0800 031 8416
Area: Reading
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3.5
HOTEL RATING: 
GOOD
3.5 out of 5 (1514 Ratings)
0.3 miles from Reading centre
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Hotel Description
This historic building was said to have been opened in 1843 by the British literacy icon Charles Dickens. Conveniently located in the center of Reading Hotel 1843 is directly opposite The Oracle shopping center and is a 10-minute walk from Reading Railway Station providing 25-minute connections to central London. All 29 rooms feature a television a desk tea & coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Calico Bar & Eatery offers a modern and vibrant space for all day dining including freshly prepared breakfast. Guests can relax in numerous spaces within the Eatery including comfortable remote working seating a grand Victorian Library and floral circular booths. The Eatery serves a mixture of homemade global foods including modern Asian dishes which can be sampled with bespoke cocktails from the extensive drinks menu.

Check-in time: 15:00   Check-out time: 11:00
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Free Internet
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Non Smoking
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Free Breakfast
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Pets Allowed
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Accessible
Other Amenities
` Bar
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Heating
` 24-hour security
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Live entertainment
` Restaurant(s)
` Daily Housekeeping
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Wine/champagne
` Key access
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Access to health care professionals
` Contactless check-in/out
` Daily disinfection
` Kid-friendly dinning
` Non-smoking property
` Soundproof rooms available
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Professional cleaning services

Great Expectations Reading Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Good (3.5 out of 5)

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3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Tian Tue, 29 April 2025

Good

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Loz Mon, 28 April 2025

Exceptional

Liked: Amazing hotel for the money! Staff were absolutely fantastic!The room was awesome!I'll be back definitely!Thanks again!
Disliked: Only a very slight critical point........ the rooms needs soundproofing as I could hear the gentleman snoring 2 rooms away from mine!Not an issue really but just thought I'd highlight it!

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Angelina Mon, 28 April 2025

Good

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Neil Sun, 27 April 2025

Will definitely be first choice...

Liked: Very clean. Perfect location.
Disliked: Coffee and tea etc but no teaspoon!

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Richard Sun, 27 April 2025

Pleasant

Liked: Location...old building
Disliked: TV didn't work and plan was to stay in

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Bounce Sat, 26 April 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Sebaatian Sat, 26 April 2025

Exceptional

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Edward Fri, 25 April 2025

Superb

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Keith Fri, 25 April 2025

Exceptional

Liked: Location location location
Disliked: No English breakfast

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Theodore Fri, 25 April 2025

Superb

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Great Expectations Reading 33 London Street, Reading