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7.4 / 10 Guest Rating

Bow Guest House

25 Russell St, Reading, gb

Bow Guest House - main view

About the Property

Luxurious Victorian Guest House:
Bow Guest House, a charming Victorian guest house in Reading, offers a warm and inviting stay for guests.

Convenient Location:
Situated in the heart of Reading, guests can easily explore the vibrant town center with its array of dining and shopping options. The proximity to Heathrow Airport and London Paddington makes it a convenient choice for travelers.

Delightful Amenities:
Start your day right with a delicious full English breakfast on weekdays and a continental spread on weekends. The well-furnished bedrooms, adorned in cozy colors, feature complimentary Wi-Fi, parking, tea/coffee facilities, and ironing amenities.

Experience comfort and convenience at Bow Guest House - book your stay now!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Full payment is required at the time of check-in. Please note that the hotel is unable to offer refunds on early check-outs.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

7.4
Very Good294 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the good location.

Categories

Cleanliness6.6
Service8.6
Location8.1
Room Quality6.1
Amenities7.1
Value for Money8.1
Food and Beverage7.1
Overall Experience7.6

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Verified GuestgbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 14, 2025

"Exceptional"

9.0
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NigelgbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 14, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0
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EleanorgbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 1, 2025

"Glorified doss house"

3.0

Okish breakfast Located close to town centre and station

Really tiny room, far too stuffy Shared bathroom and toilet Didn't feel safe as a solo female traveller Whole area outside felt a bit dodgy

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RossgbGB
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extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 24, 2025

"Okay, but not great!"

5.0

Staff were great! Breakfast was good.

Central heating did not work.

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PhilipgbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 10, 2025

"Always stay here for visits to Reading"

10.0

Great breakfast

Bit more hot water in shower

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NeilgbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 7, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0
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RobertgbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 22, 2025

"Does the job!"

7.0

Parking and breakfast included in the rate...and just yards from the brilliant Nags Head pub - if you like real ale and ciders.

Nothing a case of not actually liking as such. However, a very basic B&B - hardly salubrious! Not too sure of the target audience (I was staying there on a Tuesday for football) as Reading is hardly a tourist destination, as Oxford up the road clearly is. Given that, despite the parking and breakfast included, still rather pricey compared with other much nicer places stayed at around the country!

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AndrzejplPL
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 22, 2025

"It is possible to stay for one night."

7.0

Close to the city center, friendly service.

The heating in the house is turned off before midnight and turned on in the morning. It was cold in the room; second half of October. There was a strange smell from the old carpeting or bathroom plumbing throughout the house.

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DavidgbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 11, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0
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DavidgbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 11, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0
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