The Market House (Reading, GB) from 78 £/night

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The Market House - Reading

The Market House 1-2 Market Place, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 2EZ·View on map

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Overall Score

Great

8.6Great

Location9.4

Comfort9.3

Cleanliness9.2

Staff9.1

Facilities8.9

Who stays here

Solo44%

Couples36%

Groups8%

Business6%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.6Great

Location9.4

Comfort9.3

Cleanliness9.2

Staff9.1

Facilities8.9

Who stays here

Solo44%

Couples36%

Groups8%

Business6%

3-star boutique hotel in Reading city center with rooftop bar and live events

Accommodations & Amenities

The Market House Reading offers 24 boutique bedrooms, each with individual artistic decor and Bramley toiletries. The rooms include a fridge with fresh milk and bottled water, plus a complimentary bottle of Corona beer. Dog-friendly rooms come with pet baskets and bowls upon request.

Dining & Drinks

The on-site restaurant serves street food with a specially curated drinks menu, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The rooftop bar and terrace offers year-round sunshine and is open for casual drinks. Guests can also redeem a complimentary beer at the main bar downstairs.

Entertainment & Activities

The Market House features live music, karaoke, and stand-up comedy on select nights, plus a rooftop cinema experience. Guests can play shuffleboard, darts, bingo, and table tennis in the ground-floor bar area. Movie nights and live sport events are also scheduled regularly.

Location & Accessibility

The Market House Reading is a 5-minute walk from Reading Train Station and 500 metres from Reading Station, with the Reading Abbey ruins and The Oracle shopping centre within walking distance. The building is the former Lloyds bank, retaining its historical architecture. Wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails and lowered sinks are available.

Events & Business Facilities

Private parties and corporate meetings are hosted in dedicated event spaces, including a mezzanine area and the rooftop terrace. The hotel provides meeting and banquet facilities, with board games and a games package available for groups. Event planning support is offered by the on-site team.

Rooms: 24 individually decorated bedrooms with artistic decor
Entertainment: Live music, karaoke, rooftop cinema, and shuffleboard
Dining: Street food and specially curated drinks menu
Pet Policy: Dog-friendly with pet baskets and bowls
Awards: One of the 50 Best UK Hotels for Under £100 by The Times
Location: 5-minute walk from Reading Train Station
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-22:00

from 07:00-11:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, Spanish, Italian, Romanian

Building

Number of rooms:22

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Rooms and availability

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower
Coffee machine

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Superior King Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower
Coffee machine

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Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower
Coffee machine

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports & Fitness

Darts
Table tennis

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Karaoke
Live entertainment
Sun terrace

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about The Market House

💵 Lowest room price	78 £
📏 Distance to centre	200 m
✈️ Distance to airport	44.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport	London Heathrow, LHR

Location

The Market House 1-2 Market Place, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 2EZ

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The Market House 1-2 Market Place, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 2EZ

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The Market House 1-2 Market Place, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 2EZ

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Museum

Museum of English Rural Life

1.3 km

Museum

Reading Abbey Ruins

1.2 km

University

University of Reading

2.4 km

Landmark

The Royal Berkshire Medical Museum

840 m

Landmark

King's Meadow

1.0 km

Landmark

South Street Arts Centre

640 m

Landmark

Christchurch Meadows

1.2 km

Museum

Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock

840 m

Landmark

Caversham Court Gardens

2.2 km

Landmark

Deadlocked Escape Rooms Reading

1.5 km

Museum

The Museum of Reading

190 m

Park

Forbury Gardens

330 m

The Oracle Shopping Centre

Reading

360 m

Art object

Statue of Queen Victoria

60 m

Abbots Walk St James Presbytery

St. James & St. William of York Church

540 m

Mall

The Oracle

470 m

Church

St Laurence's Church

70 m

Church

Greyfriars Church

460 m

Gallery

The Lemon Grove Gallery Ltd

140 m

Church

Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin

300 m

6 Abbey Street

Chestnut Walk

300 m

Upper Woolhampton

Douai Abbey

580 m

26 The Forbury

Maiwand Lion

210 m

1 Queen's Rd

Grosvenor Casino Reading Central

270 m

Mall

Broad Street Mall

430 m

Reading Museum

Britain's Bayeux Tapestry

120 m

Restaurant

Picnic Foods

160 m

Restaurant

Yates

150 m

Restaurant

Munchees Cafe

160 m

Restaurant

The Ale House

190 m

Restaurant

Bhel

220 m

Restaurant

Walkabout

200 m

Reviews of The Market House

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FAQ about The Market House

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the 3-star The Market House?

During their stay at the 3-star The Market House guests can visit Deadlocked Escape Rooms Reading (1.5 km), The Museum of English Rural Life (1.3 km) as well as Douai Abbey (1.2 km) among others.

What popular attractions are closest to the The Market House?

Guests of the The Market House can visit Reading Crown Court Courthouse (nearly a 5-minute stroll from the accommodation), or the theme park "Forbury Gardens" placed 5 minutes' walk away.

What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?

Unfortunately, the hotel doesn't have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine in Burger King and Malmaison restaurants placed within a 7-minute walk from the property.

Does the hotel serve breakfast?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the The Market House hotel?

Guests of the The Market House hotel can check in from 15:00 to 22:00 and check out from 07:00. Late check-in is also possible by prior arrangement with the property.

What payment methods are accepted in the 3-star The Market House?

At the 3-star The Market House, guests can pay using American Express, Visa, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.

What room types does the hotel comprise?

The hotel provides such room types as Guest Room, Superior Queen Room, and Standard Queen Room.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the 3-star The Market House?

Most rooms of the 3-star The Market House include storage and a terrace as well as free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Does the 3-star The Market House offer special amenities for people with disabilities?

Yes, at the 3-star The Market House there are accessible bathrooms and rooms with accessible facilities available for guests with special needs.

Does the hotel staff speak foreign languages?

Yes, the staff of the hotel can speak English, Spanish, Italian, and Romanian.

Which facilities does the The Market House hotel provide?

Top locations of the The Market House hotel include a restaurant and luggage storage, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with 24-hour security and a luggage locker.