Excellent care taken by all the staff, especially Pritam, in these uncertain times, top notch…read morecleanliness and superb service. Went for a 'simple' burger but was presented with a much superior burger than I anticipated at a reasonable price. I usually go for for a drop off at Heathrow but with service like this well worth a relaxing stopover! Decent Guinness too!

Located almost 2 miles away from Heathrow Airport, this hotel really seems like a great place to…read morestay on paper. While I certainly thought it was an OK hotel, I have to admit I wasn't particularly impressed with it. Nothing was exactly wrong with the hotel - it was clean, well maintained. The rooms and beds were as comfortable as they usually are to me (hotel beds tend to be a bit firmer than what I like). They have a business center, wi-fi, a gym, the usual amenities. Truthfully, I can't comment on them that much since my mother and I were really only here long enough to drop off stuff initially - and after that we went right to bed so that we could get to the airport early the next morning. My biggest problem with the hotel is ultimately their lack of information about some of the amenities they offer - particularly related to the shuttle service. When I stayed here, it was for one night prior to my flying back home to the US. Since we had stayed in the middle of London for the past week, and we didn't want to walk around the city with our suitcases all day, my mother and I brought our stuff here during the afternoon. We planned to use the shuttle buses to get to the hotel, and then to head back to the Tube via the bus so we could enjoy one last evening in London. And this is a hotel that boasts on its website, "The hotel is perfectly placed for day trips to London's museums, shops and galleries." So we figured our plan was solid. Little did we realize that the shuttle buses cost something like 5 pounds per person, and I believe per trip (though I think there was a slight discount for buying a round trip ticket). As far as I can remember there was absolutely no warning about this cost in advance when our hotel was booked via a travel agency. As of my writing this review I don't see any notice about this on their website, either. Another thing to keep in mind is that the shuttle isn't a shuttle associated with this specific hotel - it's a service that works with multiple hotels. The result is that any commute you're planning on making won't be a speedy one. You'll need to plan on riding in a loop between multiple hotels and the airport. And you'll want to give yourself plenty of time to ride in to the airport - last thing you want is to have to rush to your flight after a long shuttle ride and a slow day at security. Again, as a hotel, this place is just fine. The hotel itself did its job and gave me a decent place to sleep for a night. But they definitely need to look into offering more information in advance to guests who plan on using their shuttle service. Normally I wouldn't focus on the shuttle so much, especially since it's not operated by the hotel itself. But as a hotel that's offering itself as a convenient place to stay for tourists and travelers (in an area where said tourists and travelers are dependent on shuttles and public transit) any and all information related to the shuttle is an extremely important part of anyone's experience here. And guests deserve to know in advance what they're getting into - and, more importantly, NEED to know to ensure they have enough cash on hand for their commutes.

Romantic night away?? Look no further this family run hotel…read moreis to die for...a proper pile in the counrty,sweeping drive up to the hotel and your find a real treat.The hotel is quite old and the grounds are pretty with lavender all around,a huge lawn and lots of roses. The rooms are big,clean and comfie...you even get mini sweets! The resturant is called miltons and is a old barn type building,i can say hand on heart that everything here is wonderfull...the cheese board is lovely too,i know as ive eaten here so offen. It really is a great place the staff are brillant and bend over backwards to help you in anyway possible. Wait till you have the breakfast...massive and so fresh. Please take someone NOW!

This is really a weakish three. The hotel is nice, but the rooms could use some general…read moremaintenance. My room was very spacious, with a very nice bath/shower (more later). The bed was OK - not the most comfortable I've ever had, but not terrible either. Pillows were very firm, which I like. The room also had a "back door" which opened up on to a little garden, which was kind of nice. TV had tons of channels, but I just left it on Sky News. But the room itself is just a little...shabby? There was some water damage/mildew in the bathroom, and the curtain over the "back door" window, when let down for privacy, revealed a nice mold colony. I shared my room with a small family of spiders. They don't seem to have bothered me, I hope I didn't bother them. I'm wondering, though, if I swallowed one of the spiders that they say people swallow while sleeping over the course of their lives. The desk was pretty useless - such a small opening that the empty chair didn't even fit under it, let alone with you sitting on it. However, I am forgiving some of this for the shower. Perhaps I'm jaded after the Radisson Blu shower in Dublin, but this shower was fantastic. After flying overnight, going straight to the office, working until quite late, and then collapsing in to bed without a chance to freshen up, the shower I took the next morning was luxuriant. Good shower pressure without being painful, good water coverage, nice volume...I considered stealing the shower head. Lovely. The heated towel rack wasn't working, however, as it was actually a steam radiator, I'm assuming they're not running their boiler in June. So, I might try something else, but...I'd also come back. The price seems a bit high, but I'm not familiar with what the scale should be. A small benefit here is that it's only about half a mile from my client, easily walkable rather than calling a cab. So that's a plus. But I hear tell of an (also kind of unremarkable) Hilton in the area as well.

My company held a 2-day training session here, including an overnight stay, on a Thursday-Friday in…read moreApril. It was a little bit of a hike to get here from where I live (Fulham; over an hour using London Underground and Overground), but it was cool to see another part of the country and I had a good time during my stay. The training facilities were nice, comfortable, and well set up. There were coffee points (including tea) and snacks readily available (biscuits, fruit, pastries). The bathrooms were clean and well stocked. The staff I interacted with at both the training facility and the hotel reception were polite and friendly; I overestimated my travel time and wound up arriving an hour early, but they welcomed me to find my training room, giving me clear instructions on which building it was and inviting me to take advantage of the coffee points while I waited. The hotel rooms were pretty well appointed. I think the building is a bit old: the bed sagged a bit, the room was a bit chilly, and the water in the shower was either too hot or too cold when I tried to adjust the temperature. However, I think they did a pretty good job making it comfortable nevertheless; there was a heated towel rack and the pillows/bedding were clean and comfortable. There was also a desk and a good number of outlets. They provided shampoo/shower gel, but if you need conditioner or a hair dryer you'll need to bring that with you. Be sure to lock your door after you get in, as it won't lock automatically behind you. I enjoyed the food at the restaurant onsite; there was definitely enough variety for me for the 2 days I was there, but my instructor said it got a bit old if you're there for an extended period, as the menu tends to cycle through the same menus each week. There were great cakes and pies for dessert at both lunch and dinner. My favorite meal was definitely breakfast as there was so much variety; there was an omelet bar, a fruit/granola/cereal station, a variety of pastries, and a buffet that had all the makings of a full English breakfast, including black pudding and fried bread. Tea and coffee were brought to us. For lunch and dinner there was also a good variety; over the course of my stay, I had fish curry, lasagna, and pork. They also offered bread, soup, a cheese board, and salad at each meal. The servers were attentive, although sometimes they cleared away plates/cutlery too quickly and if you wanted dessert you might have to eat your cheesecake with a soup spoon. The training center/hotel is a quick cab ride from Sunningdale Rail Station (my ride cost just £6 one-way). Since it's pretty far out you can't use your Oyster card. One of my friends tried looking up an Uber in the area out of curiosity and didn't see any availability; however, I'm sure the staff would be happy to help you arrange a cab pickup. It's also pretty close to Windsor Castle; after class we drove there and it took less than 20 minutes, so definitely worth checking out if you have time and transportation. The center is located in a pretty safe and nice area, so if the weather is nice, I would recommend having a walk around the area too.

I stayed here on several occasions between 2008-10 on Civil Service training courses. I daresay…read moreit's changed over the years, but I must say I have fond memories of the University campus style accommodation, I enjoyed the food and found the staff very friendly. Beautiful grounds and setting.

We ate at the restaurant while visiting Marlow. Great food choices and really great customer…read moreservice. Thanks Marshall who was excellent!

If Crowne Plazas were like this one in USA, I would stay at them more often…read more Nice property in a quiet setting. Yet walkable to Marlow. Little known path along the Thames can be taken all the way to town. The Glaze is wide open restaurant, bar, and observatory combination with a view of a garden and lake. The staff are all friendly and accommodating. Sleep quality above average. However, we would have preferred better pillows.

I really enjoyed the Crowne Plaza in Reading UK. I arrived really early after a very long flight…read moreand they went out of their way to check me in about 5 hours early without additional cost. Nice looking hotel along the Thames River with a great running path with swans everywhere. Room was clean, nice layout, room to do yoga, nice bathroom. Breakfast was 9 pounds if you purchased in advance and it was fantastic.

A great place to stay in Reading, UK. The Crowne Plaza Hotel…read morein Reading, UK, offers a comfortable and convenient stay for travelers. One notable feature is its parking availability, making it stress-free for guests with vehicles. Prices are a little higher than other hotels but they are worth it for their breakfast and ambience. The hotel typically provides ample parking space, ensuring a hassle-free experience upon arrival. Check-in at the Crowne Plaza is known for its efficiency and friendly service. The staff is welcoming and eager to assist, making the process smooth and enjoyable for guests. The staff was pleasant, well-dressed, and helpful upon our arrival. It is conveniently located on the south side of the Caversham Bridge. It is a particularly good place to stay for those interested in the scenic beauty of the Thames River. Situated nearby, it allows guests to take leisurely strolls along the riverbanks, enjoying the picturesque views and serene atmosphere. The Thames Path, a popular walking trail, is easily accessible from the hotel, making it a great choice for nature enthusiasts. Overall, the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Reading is a well-rounded choice for both business and leisure travelers. With its easy parking, seamless check-in, and proximity to the Thames River, it offers a comfortable and enjoyable stay in this charming part of the UK.

Such a nice hotel with 3 restaurants with great food and large individual rooms. Although there…read moredoesn't seem to be much else in the area, you do get a cool view of the small planes landing. The beds are very comfy and there are extra amenities like welcome cookies in the room, a robe, slippers, and even a heated towel rack. I have to say as far as European hotels go, this is so far the most comfortable I have stayed at! And of course the theme of the place is cool with the aviator theme, moving cloud images in the elevators and circle landing areas.

Pretty good hotel overall. The entrance is designed to wow you upon entry and it does just that…read more Registration is on the 1st floor not ground level where you enter so go in head to elevator and go up 1 floor. Rooms are clean with a nice touch of a coffee press in the room. Not much around the hotel so walking anywhere is out unless you want to walk to the white swan...

Decent hotel on the outskirts of Reading so well worth checking out if you need a place to stay…read morewhilst travelling. I only slept, showered and breakfasted here so review based on that as I was out and about the rest of my stay. Checkout is 12 noon which is decent, staff are friendly and helpful. Bed was comfy, TV with freeview/extra channels too. Health club with swimming pool but didn't have time to check out. This is a Holiday Inn so a chain but it was clean, tidy, provided a good breakfast so happy to give 4*. Breakfast if not included in your deal, is £8.95 if bought voucher in advance from reception. Continental, cereals and full cooked breakfast is available, plus there is a pancake station. Kids eat free. Lots of freshly cooked items available and I was able to get gluten free toast in the morning so I was happy at that. Starbucks coffee stand also there too, plus a bar so a pint is about £4, pepsi is £1.90 a bottle. Taxi into Reading is about £10 from the hotel as not much near the hotel. So, yep, had a decent stay and would be happy to book again. Worth checking HI website as double room was about £60 per night during the weekend, though I think during the week stays are pricier!

Modern motel-style low-rise hotel around 3 miles out of Reading but fairly close to the M4 J11…read moremotorway junction. A typical Holiday Inn, part of the Intercontinental chain. The rooms are typical for a hotel of this type, clean and a reasonable size. The public rooms are large and the decor modern. There is plenty of parking, but as it is around the low-rise building you can end up with a long walk back to the entrance.

I stayed a week and can say I look forward to the remodel project. The facility needs updated…read more Due to airline issues I arrived early and they could not check me in. I asked if I could shower and change cloths and Natalia at the desk told me no. Not even in the pool shower our spa. She suggested I wait in the lobby five hours. The person next to me went to the spa and said they were more than accommodating. Natalia just did not care. The restaurant was buffet only and no ordering off the menu. I doubt I'll return

I've been to this hotel many times for meeting, but I only managed to stay here when attending a…read morewedding. The hotel has a beautiful setting on the banks of the Thames. It is just outside Egham in Surrey. It is just minutes away from Windsor and is very close to Heathrow Airport. It has plenty of grounds an although it's set off a busy roundabout. The hotel grounds at the rear are really scenic. The reception area was really busy when I arrived, and the hotel seems to be hosting several functions. I think it is mainly a business and conference hotel during the week, with special packages for weddings and partys at the weekend. I had a really nice room overlooking the front of the hotel. As I was only here for one night and most of the time at the wedding. I didn't feel the need to pay a supplement for a river view room. It came with all the usual facilities you would now expect at a UK hotel (tea, coffee making, iron and ironing board). There were also robes and slippers left in the wardrobe for guests use. The public areas were busy but there were plenty of option and spaces to use. The outside bar area and seating was plentiful. I really enjoyed sitting out here with a pot of tea after my breakfast the morning after the wedding. The hotel also has a spa that I was not able to use (free to guests), which I will try next time The breakfast at this hotel is one of the best hotel breakfasts I have had. It offered all the usual options, but just tasted so good. I've given the hotel 4 stars as the wait to be seen to check-out was really long and slow, with not many staff at the reception desk. I will come back though, and am already planning a family reunion here for 2016.