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Malmaison Reading

4.0 star property
Boutique hotel in Reading with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Enjoy a meal in our restaurant with a central dining area and booths on either side.
Stately Great Western House features a symmetrical facade with a central entrance and uniform windows.
Restful haven with a four-poster bed, adorned with a duvet and pillows, and a matching throw blanket.
Relax in a stylish space with a comfortable bed, sofa, and reading nook.
Relax in a stylish lounge area with a fireplace, sofas, and a bench.
In the heart of Reading City Centre, Malmaison Reading offers an upscale retreat. Enjoy The Brasserie’s breakfast, lunch, and dinner options or unwind with a drink at the bar after a day exploring. With in-room WiFi, luggage storage and tour assistance are also available.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Wedding services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
The current price is CNY676
CNY811 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16

Room options

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a comfortable armchair.

Club Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, nightstand, desk, and window with curtains, set against a unique mural.

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Restful retreat with a large bed, monogrammed pillows, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Club Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Relax in a stylish space with a comfortable bed, sofa, and reading nook.

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Relax in this stylish living room with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and pendant lights.

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Simple elegance defines this serene retreat, featuring a neatly made bed, bedside table, and vintage map.

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
18-20 Station Road, Reading, England, RG1 1JX

What's nearby

  • Oracle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reading Museum and Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hexagon - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal Berkshire Hospital - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Reading - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Farnborough (FAB) - 30 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 39 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 46 min drive
  • Reading Station - 1 min walk
  • Reading (XRE-Reading Train Station) - 1 min walk
  • Reading West Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Three Guineas, Reading - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Blagrave Arms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Malmaison Reading

At Malmaison Reading, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Thames River and Nirvana Spa. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Chez Mal Brasserie, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Polish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 75 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Offsite parking within 1640 ft (GBP 20 per night)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 8 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (624 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Chez Mal Brasserie - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Mal Bar - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 23 for adults and GBP 12 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 20 per night (1640 ft away)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Malmaison Hotel Reading
Malmaison Reading
Reading Malmaison
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Reading Malmaison Hotel
Malmaison Reading Hotel
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Malmaison Reading Hotel Reading

Frequently asked questions

Does Malmaison Reading offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Malmaison Reading does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Malmaison Reading?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Malmaison Reading?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Malmaison Reading?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino (19-min walk) is nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near Malmaison Reading?

Yes, Chez Mal Brasserie offers British cuisine.

What's the area around Malmaison Reading like?

Malmaison Reading is a short 1-minute walk from Reading Station and 8 minutes' walk from Thames River. Our travelers say the local area is very central.

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Malmaison Reading Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Location
Train station
Food
Bed
Shower
Bathroom
Bar

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently excellent with a good choice of options and delicious food. (26 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant and food were fantastic, with excellent service and great facilities. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Very polite friendly staff, free upgrade, and good continental and cooked breakfast in the restaurant. Very nice stay.
Simon, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A well appointed, modern hotel with poilite staff and an amazing breakfast - also perfectly located opposite the train station.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay , as described
GRAHAM, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nicely situated close to train station. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room was nice size and well equiped. Would return again.
Sandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location. Great restaurant. Great staff.
Leela, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property, very close to train station. Rooms have air conditioning so that was a plus! Attentive staff. We did not eat at the hotel so I cannot rate the food, but I would recommend the Malmaison for your stay in Reading.
kimberly, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Right place right time

Very good hotel in a very good location
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Always a great stay
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely room , fridge in room, sky sports on tv and great location
Ashley, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very friendly staff, easy to check-in and they were accommodating. Conveniently located steps away from the transit hub. Marvelous place to stay!
Sacha, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Karmella at the reception has been brilliant- she went above and beyond to help. She is polite and friendly. Five *. The other manager was great and helpful throughout the stay. Stayed one night on 17th July 2025 - room no 210.
Dias, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Bed mattress ok but pillows are awful, no structure or support
Mark, 3-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Sketchy part of town. First room was filthy. Had to get another
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely friendly staff, very spacious room. Very close to the train station and shops. Very,very good soundproofing. Would definitely stay again.
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful view. Can at the restaurant was brilliant. Everyone was so friendly.
Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice hotel
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Junior suite is lovely!

Junior suite is lovely! The view is of the street outside and shop so you can hear a bit of noise from passers by but really great room, lots of space and very comfy.
Krystal, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A very comfortable and welcoming hotel
Kim, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice hotel
Neil, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel in great location.
Sandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stunning room & quiet considering the central location. Only criticism is that if 2 people check in then there should be 2 towels in the bathroom
Louise, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent place to stay and all staff very friendly Plus we had a early check in
Martin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice place

Great location opposite Reading railway station. Very quiet and comfortable.
1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

So glad the restrooms have been refurbished. Staff so friendly and attentive. Rooms spotless.
julian, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good location, friendly staff, large rooms.
Wolf, 2-night trip