Malmaison Reading

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near River Thames

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A large, white building with a central entrance labeled "Great Western House."
Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Bar (on property)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Club Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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18-20 Station Road, Reading, England, RG1 1JX
  • Place, Oracle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Museum and Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Abbey Ruins
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Club Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Club Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Reading

Reading City Centre stay.A stay at this Reading City Centre hotel places you steps from Reading Museum and Town Hall and within a 5-minute walk of John Lewis Reading. River Thames and Oracle are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Forbury Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oracle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Reading Central Library - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Reading Abbey Ruins - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Reading Station - 1 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Siren RG1 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Three Guineas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McCafferty's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Oakford Social Club - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Malmaison Reading

4-star boutique hotel near River Thames
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 624 square feet (58 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Malmaison Reading also features tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This 4-star Reading hotel is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 624 sq ft of conference space
  • 58 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Malmaison Reading offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Reading hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (GBP 20 per night)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 23 for adults and GBP 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night.

Property 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 23 for adults and GBP 12 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 20 per night (3281 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Malmaison Reading to the airport?

Malmaison Reading is 25.9 mi (60-min drive) away from the Farnborough (FAB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Malmaison Reading?

As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Malmaison Reading on Jul 12, 2026 start from $127, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Malmaison Reading have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Malmaison Reading.

Does Malmaison Reading offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Malmaison Reading, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 23 for adults and GBP 12 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7 AM to 10 AM and weekends from 8 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Malmaison Reading?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino (20-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Malmaison Reading?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Malmaison Reading?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Malmaison Reading have a pool?

Malmaison Reading does not have a pool.

Does Malmaison Reading have a restaurant?

Malmaison Reading is home to Chez Mal Brasserie, which features British cuisine and brunch.

Does Malmaison Reading have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Malmaison Reading to downtown Reading?

Malmaison Reading is 0.2 mi away from Reading.

Malmaison Reading Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great reception staff, nice room, handy for the railway station.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Finola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice bar, lovely room, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was absolutely stunning and the staff were friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel and location is unbeatable. Will stay again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, close to railway station so ideal for me and without any noise. Stayed in a suite, very well laid out with plenty of room. My only negative comment would be one of the basins in the bathroom was stained which was a little visually off-putting, but no other concerns.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Room was clean and tidy. Bathroom clean. Made to feel welcome at check in. Breakfast was very enjoyable. Cooked to order and Yvette was welcoming and very attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff and clean comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great rooms!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and the environment are marvellous!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Payton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, delicious breakfast, extremely clean & comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great rooms and wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room with thoughtful amenities and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The service was up to the normal Malmaison level, the hotel itself is ok. It needs some maintenance - the lifts look tatty, the bathroom sink needed the drain clearing so the water actually ran out properly. It was ok for a 'bed for the night' but didn't feel premium.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A really lovely hotel, welcoming staff, luxuriius clean room. The breakfast was the best hotel breakfast we've had!! Thanks for a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay, close to station.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amira

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was nice, close to train station, student var a few doors down was noisy. The reception staff were rude and disinterested. Restaurant staff where fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness
Service is good but hotel is getting tired, needs some TLC. Also resembles a night club on a Saturday night so sleep before 11pm not recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel, very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff from the breakfast to reception to the bar.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Warm welcome and nice room, thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good quality, a bit tired in places, nice food and drink and quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Start were really friendly, and the room was very clean. Overall a really nice and well placed hotel for Reading. We didn’t have breakfast but it all looked very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night - good location, quiet + spacious room on the 2nd floor, was able to check in 3 hours early as room was ready when i came in to leave my bag in the luggage room. Decent breakfast, no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025