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The Market House

3.5 star property
Hotel with bars, a quick walk to Oracle
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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January 2025

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Lunch, dinner and brunch served
Terrace/patio
2 bars/lounges
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Superior Double Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1-2 Market Place, Reading, England, RG1 2EQ
  • Reading Central Library
    2 min walk
  • The Market House
    1 min walk
  • Reading Rail Bus Station
    5 min walk
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    40 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

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4.1 out of 5, Very good, (1007)
The price is NZ$194
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
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About the area

Reading

The Market House places you in the centre of Reading, within a short 5-minute stroll of Reading Museum and Town Hall and Oracle. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and a rooftop terrace. .The restaurant, The Market House, is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Reading City Centre hotel include Reading Abbey Ruins and Thames Path.

What's nearby

  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 3 min walk
  • Oracle - 3 min walk
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 12 min walk
  • University of Reading - 4 min drive
  • Madejski Stadium - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Reading Station - 6 min walk
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Alehouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Monk's Retreat - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Honest Burgers Reading - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Chocolat - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Market House

Hotel with bars, a quick walk to Oracle
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 969 square feet (90 square metres) and includes conference space. The Market House also features a rooftop terrace, coffee/tea in common area, and room service (during limited hours).

This 3.5-star Reading hotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 969 sq ft of conference space
  • 90 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
The Market House offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 50-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Market House
  • The Market House

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 969 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 128729390
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The tax ID number is 128729390. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events are allowed on site. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

The Market House Hotel
The Market House Reading
The Market House Hotel Reading

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Market House?

The Market House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

What makes The Market House a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and a bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Market House.

Does The Market House serve breakfast?

You bet, brekkie is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Market House?

No, The Market House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Market House?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Market House's onsite restaurant that serves brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Market House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Market House?

Cats and dogs are welcome at The Market House, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Market House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 235 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 235 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 235 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 235 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 235 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Ron

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The pub looked dirty, everything you touched felt sticky, it looked completely run down with no lift and 4 flights of stairs completely unacceptable for the older generation particularly as the staircase was dark, dirty and dingy in daytime, the bedroom was very clean though which was a good job otherwise we would have walked away, would I stay again, NO, would I recommend it, NO. This place is not a hotel it's a dirty dingy noisy drinking hole
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHIRSTOPHER

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay. Well priced and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very central, super quiet and dark rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, comfy bed and powerful shower at a good price. No lift and room was on 2nd floor - not a problem for me, but if less mobile would be an issue. Unfortunately key didnt work for the outside door and there was a constant noise in the room as I returned in the evening which wasn't present on check-in. Manager was helpful and moved into another room. Would stay again though
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Amenities
Really good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely venue will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller
Great room, well furnished, great value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Yingan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Helena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

leo

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Turbo shabby chic
An honest hotel located above a busy, loud bar not - somewhere for an early nighter but well worth the stay. Taking shabby chic to new heights the attention to the 'unfinished' decor is amazing keeping cleanliness at the forefront.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant!
Superb room, except no wardrobe Excellent customer service Would definitely stay there again Highly recommended 5*
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Mesquite

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room! Very different staying above a bar/ restaurant but it was great!! Could not hear anything! The only problem was parking and bringing your luggage up two fights of stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ritchie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip, Crickhowell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location with easy access to city centre facilities. Rooms were lovely and the the roof-top bar made for an interesting alternative in Reading.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024