Most Popular Facilities

Breakfast
Air-conditioned
No Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
No Airport shuttle

Welcome to Thameside Hotel

The Thameside Hotel, nestled on Caversham Road in Reading, offers a warm, family-run hospitality experience that stands apart from impersonal chain accommodations. With a modest rating of 3.3, it appeals most to travelers seeking a personal touch and proximity to local attractions. Guests like Edward Iglinsky highlight the owners' dedication, emphasizing how the hotel feels more like staying with family than merely occupying a room. This sense of genuine care and attentiveness shines through, as echoed by Steve Steve’s praise for the owners’ warmth and attentiveness, which made his wife and brother-in-law feel truly welcome.

Positioned just a short stroll from the vibrant riverside Thames Path and a host of local restaurants, pubs, and a casino, Thameside Hotel is ideal for visitors eager to explore Reading’s lively atmosphere. The hotel is also conveniently located 1.3 miles from the Oracle shopping centre, appealing to those who want easy access to retail and entertainment. While it does not offer airport shuttle service or pet-friendly amenities, it compensates with comforts like air conditioning, kid-friendly services, and a wholesome breakfast that start the day right.

What resonates most about the Thameside Hotel is its intimate scale and authentic charm. It provides more than just a bed; it offers a welcoming refuge infused with a sense of belonging. Travelers who value personable service in a casual, local setting will find Thameside's hospitality invigorating. One can sense the pride and genuine care the family owners invest in the property, cultivating an atmosphere where guests feel remembered and valued—not just a reservation number.

In sum, Thameside Hotel is a compelling choice for visitors to Reading who appreciate warmth, locality, and accessibility. Its close ties to the community and authentic hospitality make it a hidden gem for those looking to experience Reading beyond the usual hotel stays. For anyone seeking a heartfelt stay with easy access to the Thames riverside and nearby attractions, the Thameside Hotel promises a memorable visit imbued with genuine care and homely comfort.

Great for visitors

Thing to do
Reading Museum
4.5 stars 1237 Reviews
Museum on local history & the natural environment, also displaying artefacts from around the world.
The Museum of English Rural Life
4.8 stars 296 Reviews
National collection of objects related to farming and the traditional processing of food.
Reading Abbey Ruins
4.6 stars 1582 Reviews
Founded in 1121, the extant ruins of this abbey include gardens, a gateway & dormitory for pilgrims.
Transit
Reading West
25 minute
Tilehurst
01 hour 04 minute
Swansea Road
01 minute
Airports
Heathrow Airport
Driving: 42 minute | Transit: 01 hour 08 minute
London Gatwick Airport
Driving: 01 hour 17 minute | Transit: 02 hour 05 minute
London Stansted Airport
Driving: 01 hour 35 minute | Transit: 02 hour 01 minute

Last Reviews

Edward Iglinsky
30 October 2025

A small family owned and operated hotel that's just a short walk from restaurants, pubs, a casino or the river. The owners go out of their way to make sure your stay is enjoyable. You really feel like one of the family when you stay at the Thameside hotel, not just a room number with a credit card like at the big chains. I highly recommend the Thameside hotel to anyone visiting the Reading area.

Steve Steve
14 October 2025

You book some hotels and they make you feel like you are just one of many visitors that day. I booked the Thameside Hotel for my wife and brother in law who where visiting friends. From the phone calls to the catch up when she got home she had nothing but praise for the owners. The wife was so attentive and caring. I have read some of the reviews and I have to say, we my wife found this hotel an absolute delight. We could not recommend this hotel enough. Thank you so much for looking after my wife and brother in law, my wife is not usually impressed, but on the occasion she we so happy to have stayed at the Thameside Hotel and met the delightful owners. Kind regards Steve

Info (Essential details)

  • Check-In14:00
  • Check Out
    Check-Out11:00
  • Phone
    Phone Number+44 118 959 0135
  • Address144-150 Caversham Rd, Reading RG1 8AZ, United Kingdom