The Market House - Reading

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 (27 miles away) and Legoland Windsor (18 miles). Nearby attractions also include LaplandUK (13 miles) and Newbury Racecourse (17 miles).

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