Reading Museum and Town Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Royal Berkshire Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
University of Reading - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Oxford (OXF) - 46 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 47 min drive
Farnborough (FAB) - 53 min drive
Reading West Station - 8 min walk
Reading Station - 14 min walk
Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) - 14 min walk
Restaurants
Creams - 7 min walk
The Nags Head - 1 min walk
The Castle Tap - 6 min walk
The Coffee Van - 6 min walk
The Face Bar - 5 min walk
About this property
Bow Guest House
Bow Guest House puts you a short five-minute drive from Thames River. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking.
Languages
English, Hindi, Urdu
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Room amenities
Be entertained
24-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Toaster
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Bow Guest House B&B Reading
Bow Guest House B&B
Bow Guest House Reading
Bow Guest House
Bow Guest House Reading
Bow Guest House Guesthouse
Bow Guest House Guesthouse Reading
Frequently asked questions
Does Bow Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bow Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Bow Guest House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Bow Guest House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bow Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Bow Guest House?
No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around Bow Guest House like?
Bow Guest House is a short 8-minute walk from Reading West Station and 8 minutes' walk from Hexagon.
Bow Guest House Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2024
James
James, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 September 2024
Good stay
Comfortable stay. Suited me just right.
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2024
Nice little pub near by. Very pleasant, helpful folks. Did everything to make my stay outstanding.!
Was willing to go over and above to make my stay the best. Thank you, and will come back as you showed outstanding hospitality!!!
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
4 July 2024
Cheap room, cheaper experience
The room was in very bad shape. The cupboard had a door with broken mirror. The size of the room was too small. There was a toilet shared between two rooms & it was too small. There was no water bottle or tap in or around room. On top of it there were bugs in the bed.
I am surprised how Hotels.com is allowing to book such facilities on their site.
VERMA
VERMA, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
27 June 2024
Adequate guesthouse in Reading. Would stay again.
First and foremost it's a Guesthouse. Shared toilet and bathroom facilities (sink in the room). It serves a function. Dont expect luxury. I would stay there again. Staff are very friendly, and welcoming. Breakfast was good. Bed a little soft for my liking but fine.
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 June 2024
Good location and friendly staff
Milad
Milad, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
23 June 2024
TV did not work. The shower was not the easiest but could be figured out. Otherwise, the room was comfortable and clean. Furnishings are a bit outdated and could be refurbished but the bed was comfortable. The staff is very nice and the breakfast quite generous.
Mei-wa
Mei-wa, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 June 2024
Their service is top notch. I would highly recommend them to anyone visiting Reading, UK.
Abima
Abima, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 June 2024
Clean, comfy bed, nice people who run it, handy location, reasonably priced compared to the big hotel's around the corner and a warm welcome.
I recommend this place for a short or overnight stay.
JOSEPH
JOSEPH, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
7 May 2024
Milo
Milo, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
1 April 2024
The Hotel needs to be honest when booking if they are hosting permanent residents on behalf of the council, one of whom was being spoken to by the police when I booked in. I was moved to another room. Not a good first impression.
the room itself was cold as the heating was turned off.The staff were helpful., but overall i'm afraid I won't be staying again.
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 December 2023
Ollie
Ollie, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2023
Susanne
Susanne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
26 June 2023
Twin room with ensuite up 2 flights of narrow steep unlit stairs. Could not fully open the door due lack of space. Full English breakfast not quite full and rushed. Not allowed to sit in dining area ( the only common area) to do planning and paperwork. Wi-Fi questionable. No space in room so sat on the stairs to do planning and paperwork.
Overall, very disappointing and the best part was handing the key back on departing.
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 June 2023
The hosts were very welcoming.
Room was nice albeit on second floor
Relatively close to city centre so could walk or get bus. Plenty of shops and a 0leasant street
Alice
Alice, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 April 2023
I felt very welcomed. Family run business. Lovely people awesome breakfast.
Charles
Charles, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
21 April 2023
Awful
Awful staff. Rude. Appalling. Will NEVER stay here again.
Clint
Clint, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
14 April 2023
B
B, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 April 2023
Was very well located near town centre, new ownership, only been there dew weeks will definitely go back to see how things are progressing
jayne
jayne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 April 2023
Knut Ola
Knut Ola, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 March 2023
Jane
Jane, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 March 2023
Stella
Stella, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 March 2023
Friendly good food ,convenient place to both town and theatre in easy walking distance ,dining room needs a refresh, on busy road lots of traffic noise ,some of the area needs a good clean up