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財産 — Tulip Styles
Tulip Styles is a straightforward, budget-conscious 3-star hotel near Reading town centre. The lobby is clean and modern, with a small reception desk and laminate flooring, giving off a corporate-lite feel. It suits travellers who want a reliable base for exploring the city or commuting into London, not those seeking character or luxury. The hotel's USP is its location: a short walk from Reading station and Oracle shopping centre.
Readingの歴史
Reading grew from a Saxon settlement around the confluence of the Thames and Kennet, later becoming a major medieval abbey town. The abbey was dissolved under Henry VIII, and the town reinvented itself as a brewing and biscuit-making centre (Huntley & Palmers once dominated). Today it's a commuter hub and tech corridor, with a buzzy town centre and the annual Reading Festival in late August. Its architecture is a mix of Victorian redbrick, 1960s concrete, and modern glass, reflecting successive booms.
訪れるのに最適な時間
Reading完全ガイド →最高の月
May and June offer mild weather (around 18°C) and long daylight hours, before summer crowds and higher hotel rates kick in. September also works: warm but quieter than July–August.
ピーク/フェスティバル Surge
July and August are peak with school holidays and the Reading Festival in late August. Hotel prices spike by 30–50% during festival dates. Day-trippers fill the station and shopping centre.
予算肩の季節
April and October are the best budget shoulders: cooler but crisp, hotel rates drop 20–30%, and fewer visitors. Parking and trains feel less strained.
天気&パッケージ
Reading has a mild maritime climate, but July can still bring unpredictable rain (around 50mm that month). Pack a light waterproof jacket even if sun is forecast.
LIVE CITY BRIEFING — Reading
- Reading Station's long-running platform upgrade is still ongoing; check for last-minute platform changes and allow extra time for connections.
- The Oracle shopping centre has added a new food hall near the riverside, opening spring 2026, which may be worth a visit.
- Construction on the new Crossrail-style Elizabeth Line link (Reading to Abbey Wood) is complete, but occasional weekend engineering works can disrupt services—check National Rail Enquiries before travel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tulip Styles, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear car park, not the Oxford Road. The top floor minimises street noise from this busy arterial route and avoids foot traffic in the lobby.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of ground-floor rooms near the reception or the lift lobby—noise from check-ins and the breakfast area carries. Also avoid any room with a window directly onto Oxford Road, especially lower floors (first or second) where traffic noise is constant.
Best views
Limited, but a rear-facing room on a higher floor gives you a view over the car park and suburban rooflines—not scenic, but quieter. Front-facing rooms look onto Oxford Road and a retail park; nothing worth paying for.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are your best bet. The building is a typical three-storey plus ground layout with a lift; upper floors buffer against street rumble and lobby bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Oxford Road (A4155) is a main route with buses, lorries, and commuter traffic from 6am. The hotel is opposite a petrol station and near retail units, so expect early-morning deliveries and vehicle movement.
Insider tips
1. Parking is likely in the rear car park—request a space at check-in as it fills up; street parking is meter-only and scarce. 2. Ask for a fan in summer; 3-star hotels here often lack air-conditioning, and rooms facing the road can get stuffy with windows closed against noise.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
ホテル施設 — Tulip Styles
Free standard WiFi (up to 10 Mbps) throughout the hotel with no login; a premium tier (up to 50 Mbps) costs £5 per 24 hours
A single lift serves floors 1-4; the ground-floor reception and breakfast room are step-free. No lift to the basement meeting rooms (stairs only)
Free digital access to PressReader (over 5000 newspapers and magazines) via a QR code at check-in. Two physical copies of The Times available at reception each morning on a first-come basis
Check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop available from 09:00 at reception free of charge. Late check-out until 12:00 is free; after 12:00 a £30 fee applies until 14:00 (subject to availability)
Free storage for same-day arrivals and departures. Longer storage by arrangement with reception
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance. One accessible ground-floor room (Room 102) with a roll-in shower and grab bars. The lift is wide enough for a wheelchair, but turning space in standard rooms is tight. No hearing loops in public areas
No on-site parking. The nearest public car park is Reading West Car Park (50 spaces) at 655 Oxford Road, £7 for 24 hours (open 06:00–22:00). No EV charging on site; the nearest public charger is at Reading West Railway Station car park, 0.3 miles away
税金、税金、預金
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment is taken at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require a £50 deposit at booking and a £100 incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary 近く
- Church: The Parish Church of St George, Tilehurst (312 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: The Salvation Army (449 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: RCCG Victory@Reading (517 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Emmanuel Methodist Church (701 m · ~9 min walk)
地元のライフスタイル&レクリエーション
West Village Park — 980 m · ~12 min walk
Ivydene Road Play Area — 266 m · ~3 min walk
5分間のRadio Essentials
Nearest — 604 m · ~8 min walk
Grovelands Pharmacy — 207 m · ~3 min walk
APR Convenience store — 224 m · ~3 min walk
Reading West — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk
お金 & 通貨
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use ATMs at major bank branches or post offices for the best rates; avoid currency exchange desks at Heathrow or Paddington Station.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard is widely accepted everywhere except some market stalls; Google Pay and Apple Pay work fine.
Not expected. Round up taxi fares to nearest pound; leave 10% in sit-down restaurants only if service charge isn't added.
食事、ショッピング、旅行 予算
Cheap car hire →Standard filter coffee from a supermarket café or fast-food outlet, around £1.50 to £2.00.
Sandwich or jacket potato from a café near the railway station, about £5–£7.
A pub main – burger or fish and chips – in a local gastropub, roughly £12–£15.
Not strong here; occasional food trucks at Reading town centre's Broad Street market on Thursdays and Saturdays.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Aldi are the main budget chains, with Tesco Express in Tilehurst village.
Primark and M&S in The Oracle shopping centre in central Reading; charity shops along Tilehurst Road occasionally yield bargains.
Single bus fare around £2.50–£3; a day rider ticket on Reading Buses costs about £5.50. From Heathrow, take the RailAir coach direct to Reading station – around £22 single.
Buy a Network Railcard if travelling off-peak – slashes train fares by a third. Eat lunch at supermarkets' own deli counters rather than chain cafés. Use the 'Red' bus route for short hops between Tilehurst and the town centre.
知るのがいい — Reading
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
Emergency Contacts
ReadingIn the United Kingdom, dial 999 for all emergency services (police, ambulance, fire). For non-emergency situations, call 101 for police or visit your local NHS walk-in centre. Reading is in Berkshire, England.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Reading, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Tulip Styles
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 604 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Grovelands Pharmacy — 207 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →回り回る
Find train tickets →Bath Hotel, Reading Town Centre → Reading Train Station, Town Centre, Oracle Shopping
💡 Day Rider ticket (£4.80) best for multiple journeys; buses are free for under-16s with Residents Discount Card; real-time tracking via app
Bath Hotel, Reading Town Centre → London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
💡 Book in advance for airport transfers; traffic on M4 can add 20+ mins during rush hours (7-10am, 4-7pm)
Reading Bus Station (10 min walk from Bath Hotel) → London Airports (Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted)
💡 Budget-friendly but slower; allow extra time for airport check-in; services can experience delays in traffic
Reading Station (5 min walk from Bath Hotel) → London Heathrow Terminal 5 / Central London
💡 TfL Rail Elizabeth Line fastest option to Heathrow; purchase Contactless/Oyster for savings; platform 10-12 for airport services
よくある質問
What are the best rooms at Tulip Styles?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear car park, not the Oxford Road. The top floor minimises street noise from this busy arterial route and avoids foot traffic in the lobby.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tulip Styles?
Steer clear of ground-floor rooms near the reception or the lift lobby—noise from check-ins and the breakfast area carries. Also avoid any room with a window directly onto Oxford Road, especially lower floors (first or second) where traffic noise is constant.
Is Tulip Styles noisy?
Oxford Road (A4155) is a main route with buses, lorries, and commuter traffic from 6am. The hotel is opposite a petrol station and near retail units, so expect early-morning deliveries and vehicle movement.
Which rooms have the best views at Tulip Styles?
Limited, but a rear-facing room on a higher floor gives you a view over the car park and suburban rooflines—not scenic, but quieter. Front-facing rooms look onto Oxford Road and a retail park; nothing worth paying for.
What are insider tips for staying at Tulip Styles?
1. Parking is likely in the rear car park—request a space at check-in as it fills up; street parking is meter-only and scarce. 2. Ask for a fan in summer; 3-star hotels here often lack air-conditioning, and rooms facing the road can get stuffy with windows closed against noise.
What time is check-in at Tulip Styles?
Check-in at Tulip Styles is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tulip Styles have Wi-Fi?
Free standard WiFi (up to 10 Mbps) throughout the hotel with no login; a premium tier (up to 50 Mbps) costs £5 per 24 hours
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tulip Styles?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Tulip Styles?
Sandwich or jacket potato from a café near the railway station, about £5–£7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tulip Styles?
Single bus fare around £2.50–£3; a day rider ticket on Reading Buses costs about £5.50. From Heathrow, take the RailAir coach direct to Reading station – around £22 single.
When is the best time to visit Reading?
May and June offer mild weather (around 18°C) and long daylight hours, before summer crowds and higher hotel rates kick in. September also works: warm but quieter than July–August.
Readingのトップ観光スポット
💡 The Bayeux Tapestry gallery is on the first floor—go straight there before browsing the rest, as it's quieter in the morning.
💡 Bring your own food: the cafe is overpriced, but the gardens are perfect for a sandwich on a bench near the lion.
💡 Combine with Forbury Gardens—they're adjacent. Visit on Saturday for the Abbey Quarter guided walk (free, 11am start).
💡 Start at the Oracle shopping centre and walk east towards the King's Meadow—the murals change every few months, and there's a hidden sculpture trail.
💡 Walk over Caversham Bridge from town—it's a 20-minute stroll. Best in late spring when the roses are out.