The Market House (Reading, GB) from 155 US$/night

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The Market House - Reading

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Overview

Award-winning boutique hotel in a former Lloyds bank building

Accommodations & Rooms

The Market House offers 24 boutique bedrooms, each with individual artistic decor that reflects the building's history as a former Lloyds bank. Rooms include a seating area, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. Guests receive a complimentary breakfast bag with juice, fruit, and porridge, plus access to a communal fridge with bottled water and milk.

Dining & Bar

Market House Reading features an onsite restaurant focusing on street food and a specially curated drinks menu that matches the offerings. The rooftop bar and terrace provide year-round outdoor seating, with events like live music, karaoke, and movie nights. The bar also offers shuffleboard, darts, and table tennis, and serves a selection of wine and champagne.

Entertainment & Activities

The Market House Reading hosts a variety of onsite activities including bingo, darts, karaoke, live music performances, live sport events, movie nights, stand-up comedy, and table tennis. Guests can also enjoy the rooftop cinema experience and shuffleboard tournaments. The bar doubles as a lively event space, with facilities for private parties and corporate meetings.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated in central Reading, the Market House is within walking distance of Reading Abbey Ruins, The Oracle shopping centre, and Reading Museum. The hotel is a 7-minute walk from Reading train station, providing easy access to London Heathrow Airport (44 km away) and Legoland Windsor (29 km). Nearby attractions also include LaplandUK (21 km) and Newbury Racecourse (27 km).

Pet-Friendly & Accessibility

The Market House Reading welcomes dogs with pet baskets and bowls provided, and offers designated pet-friendly rooms. The property includes facilities for disabled guests, such as an emergency cord in the bathroom, lower bathroom sink, raised toilet, and toilet with grab rails. Room service, daily housekeeping, and luggage storage are available for all guests.

Rooms: 24 boutique bedrooms with individual artistic decor
Dining: Onsite street food with curated drinks menu
Entertainment: Live music, karaoke, rooftop cinema, shuffleboard
Amenities: Rooftop bar and terrace with year-round sunshine
Award: One of the 50 Best UK Hotels for Under £100 by The Times
Location: Walking distance to Reading Abbey Ruins and The Oracle
Pet Policy: Dog-friendly with pet baskets and bowls

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-22:00

from 07:00-11:00

Amenities

No parking available.

Wireless internet is available in 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

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Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Superior King Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower
Private bathroom

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Flat-screen TV

Elevator

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

Cribs
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	155 US$
📏 Distance to center	100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport	27.8 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	London Heathrow, LHR

Location

Address

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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

Museums

The Museum of English Rural Life

200 yd

Museums

Reading Abbey Ruins

200 yd

Landmark

The Royal Berkshire Medical Museum

100 yd

Landmark

King's Meadow

200 yd

University

University of Reading

1.4 mi

Landmark

South Street Arts Centre

100 yd

Landmark

Christchurch Meadows

200 yd

Museums

Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock

100 yd

Landmark

Caversham Court Gardens

1.4 mi

Landmark

Deadlocked Escape Rooms Reading

200 yd

Museums

The Museum of Reading

100 yd

The Oracle Shopping Centre

Reading Trian

100 yd

Parks

Forbury Gardens

100 yd

Art object

Statue of Queen Victoria

100 yd

Abbots Walk St James Presbytery

St. James & St. William of York Church

100 yd

Mall

The Oracle

100 yd

Church

St Laurence's Church

100 yd

Church

Greyfriars Church

100 yd

Gallery

The Lemon Grove Gallery Ltd

100 yd

Church

Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin

100 yd

6 Abbey Street

Chestnut Walk

100 yd

Upper Woolhampton

Douai Abbey

100 yd

26 The Forbury

Maiwand Lion

100 yd

1 Queen's Rd

Grosvenor Casino Reading Central

100 yd

Mall

Broad Street Mall

100 yd

Reading Museum

Britain's Bayeux Tapestry

100 yd

Night club

Q Club

100 yd

Reading RG1 2NJ

County Lock

100 yd

Mall

John Lewis & Partners

100 yd

Church

Church of S Giles-in-Reading

100 yd

Restaurant

Picnic Foods

100 yd

Restaurant

Yates Reading

100 yd

Restaurant

Munchees Cafe

100 yd

Restaurant

The Ale House

100 yd

Restaurant

Bhel

100 yd

Restaurant

Walkabout

100 yd

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FAQ about The Market House

How far is The Market House from the city center?

Reading city center is reachable within a 5-minute walk from The Market House.

What interesting sites can I visit not far from the 3-star The Market House?

Guests of the 3-star The Market House can visit the public park "Forbury Gardens" (a few minutes' drive from the accommodation), or South Street Arts Centre placed 8 minutes' walk away.

What are our dining options during the stay at the Reading hotel?

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

Can I have breakfast at the The Market House hotel?

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

What time is check-in and check-out at the 3-star The Market House hotel?

Guests of the 3-star The Market House hotel can check in from 3 PM to 10 PM and check out from 7 AM to 11 AM. Late check-out is also available upon request.

What payment methods are available in the hotel?

At the hotel, you can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at The Market House?

Each room at The Market House offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with a walk-in shower and complimentary toiletries.

Is The Market House accessible to people with disabilities?

Yes, accessible bathrooms and rooms with accessible facilities are provided at The Market House for guests with special needs.

Is the staff at the Reading hotel multilingual?

Yes, the staff of the Reading hotel speaks Spanish, Italian, English, and Romanian.

Which facilities are available in The Market House hotel?

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