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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.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan

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Review score
Guest review summary
This is an automated summary based on 218 reviews from the past 12 months.
Guests were unimpressed with the room soundproofing as noise from the bar and other rooms was often disruptive. While the <b>location</b> was praised for its convenience, <b>room comfort</b> and <b>cleanliness</b> received mixed reviews. Staff were generally appreciated for their friendliness, and <b>value for money</b> was seen as reasonable.
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Staff
8.4
Facilities
7.1
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
7.6
Location
8.8
Free Wifi
8.0
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Hotel area info

Amenities of Hotel 1843 Reading

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linens

Activities

  • Bar crawls

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Express check-in/out
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Safety & security

  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms

Spa

  • Fitness

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Hotel 1843 Reading of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

FAQs about Hotel 1843 Reading

  • Room options at Hotel 1843 Reading include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Family
    • Triple
    • Twin

  • Guests staying at Hotel 1843 Reading can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan

  • Hotel 1843 Reading is 1,950 feet from the center of Reading. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Hotel 1843 Reading is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Hotel 1843 Reading offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Bar crawls
    • Fitness

  • The prices at Hotel 1843 Reading may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.