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The Market House

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

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A restaurant with high ceilings, exposed brick walls, and a variety of seating options including tables and chairs.
A restaurant interior with high ceilings, exposed ductwork, and a bar area with multiple TVs.
A brick building with a sign reading "The Market House."
An outdoor patio area with wooden flooring, green plastic stools, and string lights.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1-2 Market Place, Reading, England, RG1 2EQ
  • Place, Oracle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Museum and Town Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Reading Abbey Ruins
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with a white and orange blanket, and a small bench.

Standard Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a mural on the wall, and a red curtain.

Standard Double Room

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

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a tropical mural, and yellow curtains.

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a bookshelf.

Deluxe Double Room

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

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 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
  • Reading Central Library - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Reading Abbey Ruins - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Thames Path - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McCafferty's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Alehouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Madras Flavours - ‬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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • 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 25 per pet, per night
  • 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 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Market House on Aug 21, 2026 start from $104, 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 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.

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. 232 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 352 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, comfortable bed, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very central and conveniently located hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

olivera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice bedding and soft lovely thick towels. Great shower & quiet & secure enough Loss of point because of windowless room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious bedroom. Central location. Good coffee machine in the bedroom. No breakfasts, but plenty of places nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

DEEPTHI

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice for an overnight stay . Water and milk available from fridge on floor for hot drinks. With coffee and tea in room. Comfy pillows and bed . Clean room with nice shower . Bar downstairs with friendly staff and games area. Would stay again if in visiting the area again. .
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room.clean and super comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location , lovely room and good value for money
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, ease of check in, beautiful confortable anmd clean room. Loved the cute breakfast bag.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and friendly staff. Great location and nice room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
what an amazing room and experience - check in was superb a great hotel and great caring staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at the Market House. Great location, wonderful decor, room was super comfortable and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice rooms, quiet, comfy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, lovely room (although very hot) and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for a young couple or young group
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really good place for the night,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really liked everything! The decor, the staff, the cleanliness, the communications, the little extras - just fab!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mei Ching

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, comfortable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Relaxing stay

The bed was very comfortable, and the shower was spacious with a refreshing waterfall design. The room was extremely quiet, making for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool place, would be fun with a big group.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sally

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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying at The Market House and very impressed. Staff friendly on arrival, room spacious and clean. The only slightly negative thing for me was that the room did not have a window which is my preference. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great stay. The staff were pleasant and helpful. The hotel is in a very good catchment area so your not in the hustle and bustle but just around the corner from the shopping centre and train station. It is reasonably priced and great location for someone travelling on their own. I would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025