Beech House Hotel

No 24 hour check in desk. Our EasyJet flight was delayed by 2 hours (the usual terrible service from them) so we couldnt get to the hotel before 10:30pm. They need to offer a 24 hour check in desk imo

Perfect for me as it’s right across from the office but probably not so great if you wanted to be in the city centre although it’s only an £8 taxi ride or £2 bus ride. Opposite a Beefeater which was handy but I would prefer an on-site bar and restaurant. Felt a bit uncomfortable on check-in to be asked if I was a smoker (I’m not) and if anyone would be joining me later 😳. Didn’t like the bed being made up with sheets, blanket and counter pane as it’s quite uncomfortable particularly on one of the hottest days of the year although the mobile air conditioning unit helped (first time I’ve had sheets and blankets for over 30 years since the day I got married despite extensive business (weekly) and leisure travel (4-6 times a year)). Hotel was very clean and the bathroom was well equipped. A bottle of water would have been a welcome addition to the room particularly in such hot weather. Not sure who to recommend the hotel to as it’s neither a corporate hotel with all the amenities or a home from home. Breakfast was on offer for an additional £15 and I decided to wait until I checked in to see. As I wanted to be in the office for 8am and there was no menu available, times of service or visibility of a dining room, other facilities or even other guests, I decided it may be too intimate and opted for a cold sandwich I had stored in the office fridge ‘just in case’. Was similarly priced to the executive room I had in the Novotel last week which had a full buffet breakfast included.

Quiet and convenient location with ample parking on site. Good breakfast. Spacious and well-furnished room. BUT One or two mildly irritating shortcomings:- Difficult shower control (very stiff to turn to open) Awkward bedside light switch, particularly from bed when dark at night. Bed against wall so mattress slopes to one side. Towel rail three metres from basin.

I would class this as an okay B&B. No restaurant but Beefeater directly opposite so that wasnt a problem. Nice public areas and good staff. Room not very plush. Breakfast was £15 and nicely cooked but there was no choice/menu and no pastries etc. Good parking.

I received a really warm welcome with my bag taken up to my room. The room itself was very spacious, well maintained and very clean with traditional furnishings. The breakfast was excellent and I felt very comfortable and relaxed in the hotel. I will be returning to Reading regularly over the coming months and will definitely rebook. Many thanks for your kind hospitality!

A lovely, clean and very comfortable hotel, I stayed here for a work trip to reading and this hotel was perfect for the occasion. The breakfast was great and the owners of the hotel took great care of us. I had a great night sleep here without any disturbances. I have to give a big thanks to the owner, my car battery had gone flat and he was very kind to jump start it for me without any haste! Highly recommend this place and very kind owners!

This is how hotels should be run. Owner was an absolute gentleman. Interactions were friendly and relaxed. Breakfast was a delight. Immaculate table settings. Efficient, without losing the British customer service that British hoteliers were once renowned for. this is not old fashioned; it's good customer service. Thank you.

Nice little place to stay for an overnight stop-over. The staff are very helpful and accommodating, I asked to fill my water bottle from the kitchen and also leave some ice packs in the freezer over night. I stayed in a single room at the back annexe which was quite warm but cosy, the bed was very soft (not to my particular liking) but may suit others. Really nice shower and generally quiet position being at the back of the property away from the road. Very convenient location for where I needed to be early the next day and easy check in/check out. Thank you for having me.