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Mercure George Hotel Reading

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Thames River
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Reception
Exterior
Courtyard
Exterior
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
    Room service
  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
10-12 King Street, Reading, England, RG1 2HE
  • Oracle
    1 min walk
  • Reading Central Library
    2 min walk
  • Forbury Gardens
    3 min walk
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    39 min drive

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Classic Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Exterior

easyHotel Reading

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
3.8 out of 5, Good, (742)
The price is AU$96
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
easyHotel Reading

About the area

Reading

At Mercure George Hotel Reading you'll be within steps of Oracle and Reading Central Library. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants and in-room free WiFi. .The brasserie, Dickens Bar and Brasserie, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8 AM and 10:30 AM. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Reading City Centre hotel, attractions include Thames River and Lapland UK.

What's nearby

  • Oracle - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hexagon - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Reading - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Reading Station - 6 min walk
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Alehouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Monk's Retreat - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪All Bar One - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Mercure George Hotel Reading

Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Thames River
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Mercure George Hotel Reading also features multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This 3.5-star Reading hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1506
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Mercure George Hotel Reading offers 76 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 8 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Bhel Buri House
  • Dickens Bar and Brasserie

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1506
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 28 November 2023 to 31 March 2024 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 8.00 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mercure George Hotel Reading?

Mercure George Hotel Reading offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is Mercure George Hotel Reading family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Mercure George Hotel Reading is a hit with families.

Does Mercure George Hotel Reading serve breakfast?

You bet, English breakfast is offered weekdays from 7 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends between 8 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mercure George Hotel Reading?

No, Mercure George Hotel Reading does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mercure George Hotel Reading?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Mercure George Hotel Reading?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mercure George Hotel Reading?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Mercure George Hotel Reading Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 330 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 330 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 330 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 330 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 330 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Dinah

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property was old and had some history attached to it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

C A

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Go elsewhere
The hotel itself was rundown. The staff where all friendly and helpful unfortunately the hotel itself wasn’t great. Our room was clean but there was a smell in the bathroom that wouldn't go away. The hotel is not at all suitable for less able bodied people. Not only does it not have a lift the bath itself is very high so hard to get into. In the bathroom the taps all had limscale on them and the grouting on the tiles was missing. The shower was powerful which is a plus but the water would not go straight down the plug, it took a while to drain. There is no onsite parking ,the closest car park was a few minutes walk away and you have to get a ticket from reception for a discount. I eneded up paying £8 a day for parking. The most disappointing part of the hotel though was the breakfasts. One thing i look forward to is a cooked breakfast when I'm on holiday and this was not provided. What was provided was a small box of cereal with a small carton of milk ,a muffin and a small carton of juice. All of which you had to collect from reception and take back to your room to eat. There was 3 of us and only 1 chair so not the best experience. What you get for breakfast should be made clear when booking not when you get the hotel. We would have gone to another hotel if we had of had the money like quite a few customersdiddo while we was there. All in all a very disappointing experience and we would not be going back.
Breakfast
Entrance
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Jeff

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Tricia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great stay
Hotel was in a great location. Friendly staff. No on site parking which wasn’t clear when we booked. But multi-storey car park near by. A little tired in places, but really liked the quirky layout due to its age. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tj
Old and rickety Dirtiest toilet I’ve seen ever Hair on sheets. Very disappointed-
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Mairi

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent central location
Lovely room with an excellent location. The only downside is the noise throughout the night and what sounded like beer barrels being rolled out at 4am. But its not a bad compromise for the location. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Vince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A one nighter
Very pleasant and helpful staff, a building steeped in history in the centre of town. The food smelt amazing although I didnt eat there. My room was up quite a few different stairs, landings with twists and turns everywhere, but well signposted. Enjoyed my stay, thanks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central location and large rooms, although there wasn't a lift to the upper rooms. Overall I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Carol

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hard pillows and bar closed just before 11am but otherwise good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice for a night!
Arrived 15 mins early and were not made welcome, told to come back at 3pm. Bed a little bit too soft but duvet lovely and puffy. Bathroom nice and bright with fluffy towels and complimentary toiletries, shower had good water pressure but the control unit could do with a deep clean/replacement. Breakfast had a lovely selection of cereal, fruit and pastries. A good selection of hot drinks but the orange & apple juice were not fresh and did not taste good. The hot breakfast was served to order and very nice (stated sausages were local but tasted bulk standard and bland) Overall, for the price we paid, a nice place for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Margot

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay
Had business meetings in Reading so book the George hotel as I’ve been there before and it’s right in the town centre comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely but no view, extractor fan in bathroom not working, room was boiling hot, no air conditioning but there was a fan. The window had a safety lock so only opened a small amount. Tv had poor reception. Breakfast was good though and room was modern and staff great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite run down but good enough and clean. All staff were friendly and helpful. Very good location for the town
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Alun

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Harsha Reddy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
generally good
Generally good but there was no WiFi available for the duration of my stay and the ‘cooked’ breakfast which I paid for was very limited - not my definition of a cooked breakfast all. More information should have been given.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Nice old style building
Hotel looks very nice and old style. Going into the bar after checkin and was loads of flys just flying about. The room was boiling hot making it a very uncomfortable experience. Had a fan in there to blow the hot air about Heading back to hotel after the evening to have a night cap and they don’t serve after 2300. Had another couple of people also ask for a drink so the demand is there
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019