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The Market House

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Oracle

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Lunch, dinner and brunch served
Nightclub
Terrace/patio
Game room
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1-2 Market Place, Reading, England, RG1 2EQ
  • Oracle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • University of Reading
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Standard Single Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Reading

Reading City Centre stay.At this Reading City Centre hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Reading Museum and Town Hall and Oracle. Reading Abbey Ruins and Thames Path are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Oracle - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Reading - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Madejski Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Monks' Retreat - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Alehouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Carluccio's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Market House

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near 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 meters) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, karaoke, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the family-friendly The Market House.

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
  • Karaoke
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
The Market House offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 50-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Bingo
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Table tennis

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 at the property
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.

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.

  • 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 smoke detector, 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 onsite 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 each 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

How close is The Market House to the airport?

The Market House is 21.7 mi (48-min drive) away from the Farnborough (FAB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Market House?

As of Aug 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Market House on Aug 31, 2025 start from $75.47, excluding 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 The Market House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Market House.

Does The Market House offer free breakfast?

The Market House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Market House?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Market House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in costs GBP 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Market House?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Market House have a pool?

The Market House does not have a pool.

Does The Market House have a restaurant?

The Market House is home to The Market House, which features brunch.

Does The Market House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Market House to downtown Reading?

The Market House is 0.1 mi away from Reading.

The Market House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 278 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shirley, Reading

Great, spacious room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Didn’t get my breakfast box. Area around hotel feels a bit unsafe for a female lone traveller arriving after dark
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet chilled atmosphere great service bed was so comfortable and shower was amazing was amazingly clean plus free beer 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect place to stay!

Amazing place, staff were friendly. Music on till 11pm is fine as by 11pm its completely quiet. Room was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Town centre location so don't expect it to be quiet, but the rooms are surprisingly good value and quality and it is super convenient for the centre shops and offices. Room top bar is a bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarka

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the proper coffee machine and a complimentary beer. Nice decor, comfortable bed, large bathroom. As previous reviews commented, you can hear the noise from the bar a bit, but it never bothered me (a light sleeper may want to bring some ear buds as the building is in the city centre so shouting outside can sometime be quite loud). But the location (close to station and amenities) definitely outweigh any issues. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Iksit

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

CRAIG

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Plomber noise at 2AM, room with a shower in it not really a bathroom and difficult check in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Liz

Great location to explore ancient Reading (there is some there!) recommend Vino Vito, lovely, sincere Italian Restaurant 5 minutes walk away. Really comfy bed!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

sean

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Reception grief

Poor initial service as despite showing my paid confirmation of the booking I was made to log into my hotels.com acc & print off a receipt in front of them as they manager said anybody could have printed off the copy I turned up with! Apart from the lift not working which was not a major problem everything else was good & the room was excelent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Emerson

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcene

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

Market House

Very fun place to stay in Reading. The walk from the train station took about 10 minutes. The room was very clean and the Bath amenities were very luxurious. Had a burger in the pub downstairs and the atmosphere was welcoming and lively.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlyn

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The fire alarm went off in the middle of the night and you can hear a bit of noise - the walls are pretty thin but outside of that, it was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

Pleasant stay for a couple

Lovely rooms and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was really surprised by The Market House. While walking in I didn't have a great feeling, my room was absolutely beautiful and the amenities were better than you'd get in a 5 star hotel. It was really fantastic! I will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katriona

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay would return !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Irene, Manchester

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful rooms - well designed and decorated - very characterful. Entrance to the ‘hotel’ part of the building is less appealing. Food options in the bar are limited - mostly heavy, fried food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024