Located one mile from the city centre, this distinctive Victorian hotel with a bar and restaurant is within walking distance of the university and Royal Berkshire Hospital.
A privately owned and managed hotel built in the 1890s, the Hillingdon Prince Hotel is centrally located by the Oracle Shopping Centre and Reading business parks, with Thames Valley, Warton Grange and Green Park close by. It is also just a short drive from the well-known Madjeski Stadium and within walking distance of the University and Royal Berkshire Hospital.
Many rooms have been recently refurbished and offer modern facilities. The restaurant and lounge bar offer a friendly atmosphere and quality food and service. Air conditioning is available on request. Conference facilities are also available.
The Hillingdon Prince Hotel is completely non-smoking and prides itself on its quality of service and friendly atmosphere.
Hotel Information
The Hillingdon Prince Hotel will be open at Christmas on a room only basis. The restaurant and bar will be closed.
The hotel is non-smoking. Smoking areas are allocated outside.
Special event weekends such as murder mystery events and wine tasting are on offer. Contact the hotel for the full list of coming events.
Transport
By Car:
- Exit the M4 at junction 11.
- At the roundabout, follow signs for the B3270 to Shinfield and the Royal Berkshire A&E Department. This road runs parallel to the motorway, passing Foster Wheeler on your left.
- At the next roundabout, turn left onto the Shinfield Road heading for Reading and passing the European Weather Centre.
- Keep driving straight over 2 mini roundabouts, following signs for Reading University.
- Drive past the university on your right. The hotel is 500 metres on the right, opposite the church.
Restaurants
The ground floor Victorian-style restaurant has a friendly, relaxed atmosphere with comfortable surroundings.
Cancellation Terms
Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults stay free of charge for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 2.
Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.
Groups: When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
VAT and city/tourist taxes: 17.5 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Internet: Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Meal Plan: Continental breakfast costs GBP 5.95 per person per night.
Full English breakfast costs GBP 9.95 per person per night.
Parking: Free public parking is possible on site.
Pets: Pets are not allowed.
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
