The Gables at Stirling Guest Hotel in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a breezy four-star escape tucked about 1,2mi from the city center. Located at 1120 Centre Avenue, this character-filled retreat invites travelers to unwind after a day of exploring. With 36 reviews on the books, the property offers a charming snapshot of its hospitality.

Guest favorites include free on-site parking, free Wifi, and an outdoor swimming pool, all complemented by air conditioning and non-smoking rooms. For business needs, a business center and meeting/banquet facilities are available with extra charges. Family-friendly touches like a kid-friendly buffet and free kids’ meals pair with a sun deck, terrace, balcony, garden and patio spaces, plus mountain or garden views.

Set against a backdrop of mountain and garden views, the property features private entrance, terrace, and a range of outdoor spaces such as a picnic area and garden—perfect for a scenic break between strolls.

From the moment of arrival, the setting invites gentle exploration with mountain and garden views framing the scene. Private entrances open to terraces, sun decks, balconies, and a string of outdoor spaces ideal for a scenic pause between strolls. When a dip is in order, the outdoor seasonal pool with a shallow end and a view offers a refreshing excuse to linger in the fresh air.

For business and family travelers alike, practical comforts are readily available: a business center and meeting/banquet facilities are offered with additional charges, while kid-friendly buffet options and free kids’ meals add a playful touch to stays. Cash is the only accepted payment method, keeping things refreshingly simple for transactions on the go.

Room choices span a variety of configurations to suit different needs. Options include Executive Suite, King (452 sqft; non-smoking; sleeps 2 adults, 0 children with 1 King bed) and Executive Suite (452 sqft; non-smoking; sleeps 2 adults, 1 child with 1 Queen bed); the Deluxe Family Suite (484 sqft; non-smoking; sleeps 2 adults, 1 child with 2 Twins and 1 Queen); Deluxe Suite, Queen (355 sqft; non-smoking; sleeps 2 adults, 1 child with 1 Queen); an Apartment (non-smoking; 2 adults; beds not listed); Triple Room, Sea View (non-smoking; 2 adults, 1 child; beds not listed); and Executive Suite, 2 Twin (452 sqft; non-smoking; sleeps 4 adults with 1 Queen bed and 2 Twin beds).