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Great Expectations Relaxinnz (Reading)

Center 0.27 km Train station 36.08 km Airport 35.12 km
5.5

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  • Cancellation not free of charge
  • Deposit required
  • No credit card required

Conditions

Type of booking

The hotel offers you two different choices for the booking - a standard booking (arrival before 6 PM Hotel-local time) or a guaranteed booking (arrival after 6 PM possible, requires a credit card number). The hotel is not permitted to charge the credit card for payments.

Deposit

Deposit required

Cancellation

Cancellation not free of charge

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This historic building was once visited by Charles Dickens for his public readings. It offers a Dickens-themed restaurant, light, modern rooms with private bathrooms, and a themed bar.

Great Expectations is located within the centre of Reading, directly opposite The Oracle Shopping Centre and 10 minutes’ walk from Reading Rail Stations. Reading’s numerous shops and restaurants are all within easy walking distance.

Guests can enjoy full English breakfast offered every morning at the hotel's restaurant or relax with a real ale at the bar.

All of the rooms at Great Expectations feature a TV with DVD player and tea/coffee-making facilities. Guests can also make use of free Wi-Fi access.

Reception hours: On business days: from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PMOn the weekend: from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM

Hotel data

Hotel built in 1800, Last complete renovation 2004, Number of floors 3, Total number of rooms 29, Number of single rooms 16, Number of double rooms 10, of which have 2 separate beds 4, of which have a double bed 6, Reception manned at weekends from 07:30 to 22:00, Reception manned from 07:30 to 22:00, Earliest check-in 14:00, Latest check-out 10:00, English-speaking staff available during the day, Inn, City hotel, Trade fair/conference hotel, No-smoking room 29, Family rooms available 3,

Reception open
During the week
From 07:30 to 22:00 p.m.

Reception manned at weekends
From 07:30 to 22:00 p.m.

Check-In : 14:00 p.m.
Check-Out : 10:00

Accepted payment methods

The following credit cards are accepted by Great Expectations Relaxinnz (Reading):

Visa Eurocard/MasterCard

Service & facilities

  • Restaurant(s) 1 open from 12:30.00 until 14:30.00 and from 18:00 until 21:00.00
  • Fire alarm
  • Smoke detectors
  • WLAN with Internet access in lobby
  • Breakfast from 07:30 o'clock to 09:00 o'clock
  • Smoke detectors in all rooms
  • Hallways equipped with fire exstinguishers
  • Hotel has emergency lighting
  • Hotel complies with country/state/local fire laws
  • Audible smoke alarms in guest room
  • Audible smoke alarm in hallways
  • Emergency exits for each floor
  • Guest rooms accessed by interior entrances
  • Building meets all current local, state and country building codes

Room facilities

  • WLAN with Internet access in rooms
  • Cable TV
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathroom with shower
  • Emergency information
  • Plan of emergency exits

In-house services

  • WLAN in room
  • Pets not allowed

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Great Expectations Relaxinnz (Reading)

Great Expectations Relaxinnz (Reading): Location and distance

Center: 0.27 km - Reading

Airport: 35.12 km - London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Train station: 36.08 km - Guildford - Railway Station

Highway: 5.00 km - M4

Frequently asked questions about Great Expectations Relaxinnz (Reading)

How was the Great Expectations Relaxinnz rated on average?
On average, the Great Expectations Relaxinnz was rated 5.5 by 8 former guests.
What time does check-in start at Great Expectations Relaxinnz?
Check-in is from 14:00.
Until what time do you have to check out?
The Great Expectations Relaxinnz requires you to leave your room by 10:00.
How far is the distance to the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 36.1 kilometers from the Great Expectations Relaxinnz.
How far is the distance to the nearest airport?
The nearest airport is 35.1 kilometers from the Great Expectations Relaxinnz.
Is the hotel Great Expectations Relaxinnz centrally located?
The Great Expectations Relaxinnz is approximately 0.3 kilometers from the city center.
Is there parking for hotel guests at the Great Expectations Relaxinnz?
Unfortunately, there are no parking facilities available for hotel guests of the Great Expectations Relaxinnz.
Is free WiFi in the room included in the price?
Free WiFi in the room is included in the price.
What are the breakfast times at the Great Expectations Relaxinnz?
At the Great Expectations Relaxinnz, breakfast is served from 7:30 to 09:00.
Is it possible to cancel the booking at the Great Expectations Relaxinnz free of charge?
It is possible to cancel the booking free of charge up to 6 p.m. on the day of arrival.
What times is the reception staffed?
Reception hours are as follows:
  • Weekdays: from 07:30 to 22:00 Clock busy
  • Weekends: from 07:30 to 22:00 Clock busy
How can I pay at the Great Expectations Relaxinnz?
The hotel offers the following payment options:
  • Visa
  • Eurocard/MasterCard

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Evaluations of Great Expectations Relaxinnz (Reading)

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Over 2 million genuine guest reviews
8 Evaluations 5 including comments:
5.5 / 10

corporate customer between 30 and 40 years

17.02.15

1 Appealing

Positive No positive experiences :( AS my friend said: not all Expectations were Great ;) Negative Very dirty hotel :( Reception in the bar. Not nice smell at the hotel hall. Noises in the room (especially at night - not soundproof walls). Bathroom wasn't cleaned at all. Not recommended is not a proper word, AVOID it !

corporate customer up to 30 years

16.07.12

3.8 Appealing

Negative Carpet in the room was not cleaned, bathroom was dirty as well, no toilet paper available in the room. WiFi was for free but signal strength was so low that I could not work from my room.

solo traveller private customer up to 30 years

29.08.09

2 Appealing

Negative I was very dissatisfied with this hotel. The room was dusty with cobwebs hanging off the walls and dead flies on the windowsill. There was poo stains on the toilet that I had to clean myself with the toilet brush provided. I was staying at the hotel as a