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Reviews of voco Reading 4 stars

Madejski Stadium, Reading, RG2 0FL, United Kingdom

#7 of 31 hotels in Reading

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Review score

Based on 2029 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing stay. Felt like we were in the middle of no where. Cheaper than a premier inn. We will visit again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premium Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wi-Fi a little unreliable at times in the room.

    Lovely sized rooms and good amenities in the room. Breakfast was brilliant and the poor was very relaxing.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    9.0
    Great location, great price, great recreational facilities, sadly let down by the bar staff moods and over inflated bar
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Arrived late on 17/05 and decided to go to hotel for a drink to relax before bed - big mistake. Atrium area are was a mess, tables full of empty glasses and no where clean to sit. I had to clear 12 glasses onto another table so we could sit down. We counted well over 100 glasses left on vacated tables. Bar was quite busy and this reflected the bar staff moods. Small bald bar man was spectacles was extremely rude, obnoxious and pretended to ignore my requests. Asked about gin and was given a blunt answer ‘ we don’t serve that’ no other gins offered. Brought drinks and was charged £13 for a brandy and coke plus £7.50 small bottle of cider. Looked for bar prices none at the bar area, asked the same bar man again and he snorted there were menus on the tables with prices. It is a bar not a restaurant so bar prices should be visible at the bar area. Ordered house brandy after ‘borrowing’ a menu from a table next to us, it seems the very miserable and obnoxious bar man charged me the most expensive price despite asking for the house as I was mixing it with cola. Atrium bar was a complete mess never seen a bar like this in 55 years and both staff were sulky and moody, probably overwhelmed by lack of staff as clearly indicate by the complete mess the area was. We sat there for 25 mins and none of the bar staff attempted to clear or clean the tables. Due to the negative energy, complete mess and foul moods of the bar staff in particulate the small bald man we choose to drink in a local pub instead nearby over the following nights where the staff were indeed polite and happy and the bar had clean tables and clear of empty glasses as it should be. More staff are obviously needed at the Atrium bar on a weekend and a refresher course on customer training would not go amiss. For this reason unlikely to rebook again next month when we travel back to the area.

    Great location, very modern and super clean. Rooms were big and not claustrophobic and free toiletries. Had a safe which was great. Housekeeping were spot on and room was immaculate. Reception staff were happy, polite and accommodating especially on checkin 17/05 evening. Health club staff were both polite and accommodating and area was immaculate and super clean - hotel has just renovated the pool area. Lots of parking especially in overflow car pack literally just opposite hotel where we parked all weekend. Hotel is spacious, modern and welcoming.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    8.0
    Good enough hotel was expecting less
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Premium Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pillows were terrible like putting head onto a marshmallow…. No support at all.

    Great staff very helpful. Swimming pool area very smart… smallish pool but enough for dip. Great sized room.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    8.0
    Try good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was good but very little daylight

    Staff were superb…great bed too

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    From the reception to our bedroom was fantastic. Great view and comfortable living. The breakfast and amenities were also great. Definitely go again.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    9.0
    Very good location for relax and car sightseeing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We were lucky because on our arrival there was first day of swimming pool reopen, but there was no info on temporary closure during reservation process.... and swimming pool was one of the most important in hotel selection. There was no clock on the swimming pool, the reservation process of swimming pool should be more modern (e.g. mail, web form, mobile app). One day after late arrival there were no bottles with drinking water in room (somebody took used one and forgot to put refiled).

    Very comfortable beds and big rooms. Renovated swimming pool with warm water. Good breakfast. Quiet. Location good, but only if you are by car. Daily refilled drinking water bottles. The room was well prepared, equipped with baby cot which we asked during reservation process.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    9.0
    It is a nice place, very polite staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    In the two dinners they didn’t had the full offer of plates on the menu, in the second night was worse. The restaurant staff seemed a little bit lost

    The building, the staff and the pool

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fridge/cooler a bit small

    Comfortable and Clean modern contemporary rooms

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premium King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    GRAT BREAKFAST

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately the mattress was uncomfortable and didn't get much sleep.

    The hotel, room and staff were very nice. Great location for the football.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    7.0
    Disappointed
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Reception - I was charged more than my rate which was confirmed by booking.com. spoke with Reception twice, who acknowledged the mistake, spoke with them again upon departure. They explained the refund will be deducted from the total, but did not happen. Incredibly frustrating that I am having to message them again. Black out curtains in the room did not touch the ground, so the sun was beaming through at 6am. Lack of TV channel options available and was unable to connect to phone

    Lovely hotel with no noise in neighbouring rooms, very good size accommodation. Food very tasty also with on point house cleaning (they couldn't do enough for you)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Premium Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

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    Very friendly and proffessional staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premium King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Reception was very fast professional yet friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Think the room was overpriced for what it was and without breakfast included

    Good location and very helpful reception staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Great hotel and the staff are very helpful
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Mobility Accessible Roll-In Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No issues

    Perfect location and great staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    Fabulous if you love football as it's next door to the stadium
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a great fruit selection at breakfast but would be great if they had pancakes to cook ourselves rather than as an extra for £6. Thinner bacon as it was very thick and didn't taste nice. Would be great to provide choc spread for toast as there was only honey and jam

    Really friendly and welcoming team from reception to catering. Very clean everywhere and nice touches such as chocolate pieces on arrival

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    7.0
    Football weekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premium King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool out of action...being refurbished but booking website not mentioned about this.

    Bed was very comfortable and room very clean. Upgraded to the premium king for an extra £15...got a bathtub and larger bed..worth paying. Breakfast very good, dinner average, menu was. OK but could be improved with wider selection or specials.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    Good hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    8.0
    Great location if travelling to see Reading FC at the Mad Stad.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Mobility Accessible Roll-In Shower
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room was comfortable and the bathroom was accessible. We could park at the hotel and walk to the football match very easily.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    9.0
    Spacious and comfortable stay in Reading
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Missing towel rails or hooks for the big bath towels in the bathroom Swimming pool currently closed for renovation View from the room is car park.

    Warm welcome with chocolates Deluxe family room is spacious and very comfortable Quiet location Fantastic comfy beds Good shower Free on-site parking Tea and coffee provided in room Helpful and attentive staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    9.0
    Nice, Clean, Good Food
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Premium King Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    hotel staff was very friendly and helpful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Family Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was great with lots of parking spaces available free for the guests. The family room was big and very clean. Breakfast was also great, and the staff was very friendly.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    9.0
    Extremely clean and tidy. Great staff. Exceptional breakfast. Good gym.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Large room. Comfortable bed. Very clean and tidy. Exceptional breakfast. Good gym.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    9.0
    We all had a wonderful time and hopefully we return again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room could of been a bit bigger the last time we stopped we had a bigger room

    The breakfast was very nice and the beds was lovely

    Stayed in March 2024

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