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About the Hotel

10 - 12 King Street Berkshire, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 2HE
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Close to the city center
Nice
6.9
/10
2.7
/5

Stylish Bedrooms

The stylish bedrooms each have a modern bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Rooms include ironing facilities, air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, an electric kettle, a television, an AM/FM alarm clock, a flat-screen TV, and carpeted floors. Elegant rooms provide tea/coffee facilities and internet access. Twin rooms have an electric kettle.

Dining Choices

The hotel has Japanese and Italian restaurants and the LV Lounge, with menu choices and an option for personal requests. Guests can enjoy Italian cuisine in Prezzo restaurant, which offers traditional dishes using local produce. The menu includes pizza, pasta, risotto, grilled meats, and fresh salads. Dickens Bar & Brasserie serves classic British cuisine. English breakfasts are served weekdays from 7 AM to 9:30 AM. Guests can enjoy a cocktail or two at Dickens Bar * Brasserie. Prezzo offers Italian food in a friendly and relaxed environment at reasonable prices and is open to personal requests.

Leisure and Relaxation

Guests can relax in the recently refurbished LV Lounge & Bar. After a busy day exploring the city, they can also make use of amenities, including complimentary wireless Internet access and a television in a common area. The hotel retains Coaching Inn features, including Tudor Archways and a cobbled stone courtyard. There are uneven floors in some places, which could affect disabled access. The main entrance from King Street contains some of the original timbers. The hotel has many stairs up and down.

Location and Access

Mercure George Hotel, Reading is in Reading city center near the Museum of Reading, Central Library, and Oracle shopping center. Reading Abbey Ruins is 1 km away, Forbury Gardens is 0.5 km away, The Oracle is 0.5 km away, Douai Abbey is 0.5 km away, Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin is 0.3 km away, Maiwand Lion is 0.3 km away, The Museum of Reading is 0.5 km away. The Oracle eating complex by the river is just around the corner. The hotel is 10 minutes' walk from Reading and 45 km from London Heathrow. Due to the current road closure on Duke Street, guests can access the car park via Queens Road.

Services Offered

The George Hotel is believed dating back to at least as far as 1423. It was one of the major coaching inns between London and the West Country in the 18th century. Original features are in the main entrance. This old coaching Inn retains some old features. The design uses a corner building. The Mercure George Hotel is considered the oldest building in Reading.

“Occupying Reading's oldest building near the Oracle shopping centre, this hotel distinguishes itself with a characterful design that nods to its history as a coaching inn. I found the on-site dining, featuring both Italian cuisine and classic British fare, particularly appealing, along with the recently refurbished LV Lounge & Bar. Though some rooms might feel compact, the overall experience balances historical charm with contemporary comfort.”
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Classic Twin Room
2 persons
250 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Heating
Classic Single Room
1 person
220 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Heating
Classic Double Room
2 persons
250 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
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Superior Double or Twin Room
2 persons
1 Double bed
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services

Room features

  • In-room safe
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

10 - 12 King Street Berkshire, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 2HE
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10 - 12 King Street Berkshire, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 2HE
Nearby
Museum
The Museum of Reading
1100 ft
The Oracle Shopping Centre
Reading
800 ft
Park
Forbury Gardens
1500 ft
Mall
The Oracle
1100 ft
Art object
Statue of Queen Victoria
600 ft
Gallery
The Lemon Grove Gallery Ltd
200 ft
Church
Greyfriars Church
1600 ft
Church
St Laurence's Church
600 ft
Church
Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin
900 ft
6 Abbey Street
Chestnut Walk
1100 ft
Upper Woolhampton
Douai Abbey
1700 ft
26 The Forbury
Maiwand Lion
1000 ft
1 Queen's Rd
Grosvenor Casino Reading Central
600 ft
Mall
Broad Street Mall
1300 ft
Reading RG1 2NJ
County Lock
1600 ft
Mall
John Lewis & Partners
500 ft
Reading Museum
Britain's Bayeux Tapestry
800 ft
21 South St
South Street Arts Centre
1800 ft
Night club
Q Club
800 ft
Church
Church of S Giles-in-Reading
1000 ft
Restaurants
Prezzo
100 ft
10-12 King Street
The Botanist
200 ft
1-5 King Street
Dickens Bar and Brasserie
100 ft
10 - 12 King Street
Patisserie Valerie
200 ft
134 Broad Street
WorkHouse Coffee
100 ft
10-12 King Street
Starbucks
100 ft
Station Road 18-20 Hdv Malmaison Hotel
Pho
200 ft
1/1A King Street
The SOJU
100 ft
9-11 Kings Walk
London Street Brasserie
700 ft
2-4 London Street
Bolan thai cuisine
200 ft
8a - 11a First Floor Kings Walk
Pret-A-Manger
200 ft
39 Holy Brook Walk The Oracle
Miller And Carter Oracle
1000 ft
Unit 5 Riverside Level The Oracle Centre
Royal Tandoori
300 ft
4-8 Duke Street
Explore Reading
Explore Reading
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
The Museum of Reading
4 minutes' walk
Local history and culture exhibitions in a stunning Victorian building, featuring free admission on specific days.
Reading Abbey Ruins
13 minutes' walk
Impressive remains of a medieval abbey, showcasing beautiful architecture and rich history, often with guided tours available.
Forbury Gardens
6 minutes' walk
Beautifully maintained park featuring floral displays and statues, ideal for relaxation and picnics in a scenic setting.
The Royal Berkshire Medical Museum
10 minutes' walk
History of medicine exhibits, showcasing intriguing artifacts from local healthcare history, often hosting educational events.
Deadlocked Escape Rooms Reading
14 minutes' walk
Thrilling escape room experiences designed for teamwork and puzzle-solving excitement, ideal for both friends and families.
Prospect Park
7 minutes' drive
Spacious park with walking paths, playgrounds, and sports facilities, perfect for a leisurely day outdoors with family.
Prezzo
1 minute' walk
Italian restaurant with a vibrant atmosphere, known for delicious pizzas and pastas. Reservations suggested for evening meals.
The Botanist
1 minute' walk
Charming restaurant serving British cuisine with a botanical theme; special cocktails and hearty dishes in a cozy setting.
The Hexagon Theatre
13 minutes' walk
Renowned for stage performances, concerts, and comedy shows. Check the calendar for family-friendly and all-ages events.
Bar Nineteen
5 minutes' walk
Trendy bar offering a lively atmosphere with craft cocktails and live music sessions, suitable for a fun night out.
Getting around
City Centre
Reading2 min  ·  400 ft
Airports
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)67 min  ·  27.6 mi
Southampton Airport (SOU)108 min  ·  44.6 mi
Train
Reading Train Station6 min  ·  1700 ft
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at GBP 8 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a continental breakfast at the price of GBP 10.75 per person per day.  You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 12.75 per person per day.  A full english breakfast is served at the price of GBP 12.50 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2007
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
76

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