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About this property
This historic building was said to have been opened in 1843 by the British literacy icon, Charles Dickens. Conveniently situated in the centre of Reading, Hotel 1843 is directly opposite The Oracle shopping centre, 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.2
Facilities
7.0
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.5
Value for money
7.7
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
8.3
Low score for Reading
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Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Calico Bar & Eatery
Cuisine
Indian
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Ambiance
Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
House rules
Hotel 1843 Reading takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
Cash is not accepted
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Hotel 1843 Reading in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
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