Archive for the ‘Reading’ Category

This week had me staying a couple of nights at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Reading.  Sitting on the River Thames, it was easy to reach by car as I came into town from the general direction of Oxford.
I immediately thought this hotel was going to be nice as I pulled up.  Not only did [...]

This week has me staying at the Holiday Inn Reading South for a couple of nights.  I turned up at reception around 8pm last night and the check in experience was fine.  They had all my details and all I needed to do was sign for my pre-prepared room card.  The reception area was smart [...]

A bit tricky to find this hotel off the Oxford Road, but if you persevere and ignore the sat-nav you should be OK. The receptionist was quick and efficient and I was offered a complimentary room upgrade along with a drink in the bar.
The hotel is large and spacious and this was a bit of [...]