This unique residence is a modern reworking of the Great Western Hotel, built in 1844 and reputed to be the oldest surviving railway hotel in the world.
The hotel is conveniently located in the city centre, providing easy access to all that the city has to offer, yet it has kept the original ambience of the historic building.
The building also contains a chic brasserie, sumptuous bar and meeting amenities.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast info
Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet
Loyal customers
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Availability
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Anthony
United Kingdom
“Decent rooms. Restaurant very good, bar staff attentive and friendly”
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Susan
United Kingdom
“It was the perfection location if travelling by train. You can see it from the station. 5 mins max walk to the main shops. Clean, large rooms, friendly staff! The on-site bar looked pleasant and comfortable but we didn’t have time to use it.”
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Lorraine
United Kingdom
“Well maintained high standard of cleanliness friendly and welcoming staff comfortable beds close to station. Quiet though situated in the town.”
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Tara
United Kingdom
“We stayed in room 002 - lovely room very spacious with small patio.
Breakfast is very good.”
M
Michael
United Kingdom
“I could have slept on the bed was so luxurious and comfortable. It was so still and peaceful throughout the night. Just what I needed. Always welcoming staff.”
D
Dirk
United Kingdom
“Great location and the room was beautiful. Breakfast was also nice but the main thing was how nice the room was.”
Jane
United Kingdom
“A beautiful building..but..
We found the room, and bathroom very dark… even with all the downlighting on!
Comfortable beds, and a lovely breakfast 🍳”
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Mark
United Kingdom
“Very convenient location less than 100 yards from the station. Quiet room despite central location. Delicious breakfast, cooked to order.”
Alexis
Netherlands
“Well decorated room with a comfortable bed. Nice cocktail bar in the hotel.”
Hanan
United Kingdom
“Stuff very nice the breakfast is great best bakery ever”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Chez Mal Brasserie
Cuisine
British
Open for
Breakfast • Dinner
Ambiance
Modern
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Malmaison Reading takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per child, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
Cash is not accepted
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. The property will contact the guest following their reservation.
We have no parking facilities on site and directly outside the hotel there are double red lines which means we do not have a drop off/pick up area for luggage. Before parking in one the recommended car parks below, the best place to park to drop off safely is the Reading Station Short Stay Car Park which is free for 20 minutes and is located opposite the hotel.
When travelling with a dog, please note that an extra charge of £25 for 1 dog or £40 for maximum 2 dogs, per night applies. Dogs are allowed in designated guest rooms-please notify the hotel in advance.
The Breakfast inclusive rates include a Full-cooked breakfast and Dinner inclusive rates includes 2 courses from our seasonal menu and a side dish . Supplements apply to certain items. Inclusions only apply for adults. Children’s Breakfast is not included in the advertised rates and the charges are as follows directly to the hotel: 0-4 years old – Breakfast Complimentary/5- 11 years old – Breakfast charged at 50% full price/ 12 and over breakfast charged at full adult price. Kids Dinner Menu also available.
Starting 9th October 2024 our hotels will be cashless, please use cards or digital payments for transactions.
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