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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
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace
Game room
Terrace/patio
Front of property

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
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Single Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

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

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Comfort Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • Forbury Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Reading Abbey Ruins - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hexagon - 9 min walk - 0.5 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
  • ‪Honest Burgers Reading - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Alehouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬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 Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Market House on Mar 20, 2026 start from $103, 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, 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. 219 out of 333 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 333 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 333 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 333 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 333 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
One of the nicest hotels i have stayed in a while, room is modern, clean and spacious. nice touches with the bottled water, milk etc available from a fridge on 1st floor. Only criticism, there is no plug socket next to the mirror.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I regularly work in Reading and when I get the chance, I will stay in the Market House. I’ve stayed in a few of the other Reading central hotels and this is my favourite for the price and comfort. Rooms are always really clean, showers are nice and hot and I get a good night’s sleep. Andreea the host is very welcoming too!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Business traveler
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

10/10 Excellent

christian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Funky place to stay, loved it! Massive bed, huge room, free bottle of beer and a breakfast bag.. what's not to like!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was lovely but despite a confortable bed, got little sleep due to niuse outside in the scaffomdjng and the general outer area even witg rge window closed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was comfortable and well equipped but was dirty and smelly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Business traveler
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

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, huge room, spacious bathroom Breakfast Bag needed some help.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

C

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were better than expected, actually quite nice. The hotel was difficult to get to and we had to park quite far away after arriving in town after 6pm. No where to unload in front and traffic was heavy upon arrival. Reception was at the bar of hotel which was fine, but all a little awkward.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness
The bar staff do the check-ins. If you have questions when the bar isn’t open there didn’t appear to be staff around. However, there was a phone number to call. Breakfast was a paper bag in your room with dry porridge you add water to, drink boxes of juice, and apples. Room was clean. The rooms seem fairly pricy considering the lack of services provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

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

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen, Corona Del Mar

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dilakshana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shikha, Wellingborough

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a course I was attending and close to shopping centre and restaurants. Room was clean, spacious, and beautiful! Only thing I would suggest is that it would be nice to have a fridge in the room… other than that can fault the Market House!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025