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title: "Malmaison Reading, Reading: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Malmaison Reading in Reading: rated 8.9 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hotel · ★★★★ · Malmaison Hotels
# Malmaison Reading

Coley, Reading, United Kingdom

8.9 ·  Excellent 129 reviews ·  #1 #1 of 32 in Reading ·  8.6 Location score
## About Malmaison Reading

Malmaison Reading is a hotel in Coley, Reading, United Kingdom. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.9 out of 10 across 129 reviews. Facilities include bar, free wi-fi, 24-hour room service. It is 670 m from the centre of Reading. The nearest airport, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), is 36 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 75

- **Opened:** 1844

- **Chain:** Malmaison Hotels

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 18

18-20 Station Road [malmaison.com](https://www.malmaison.com/locations/reading/)

## How Malmaison Reading scores

Better rated than 97% of hotels in Reading

-   Guest rating **8.9**
-   Location **8.6**
-   Facilities **3.3**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **0.0**
-   Beach access **0.0**
-   Public transport **10.0**

Reading average

## Amenities

BarFree Wi-Fi24-hour room service

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   24-hour room service

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Services

-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **8.6**/10

- **Walk grade:** **86**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **6**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">11 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">GWR Reading WST To</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">80 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">London Heathrow Airport (LHR)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">36 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">80 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Reading</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">670 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">11 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Reading Foundation for Art160 m
-   Reading Museum160 m
-   Bayeux Tapestry180 m
-   Simeon Monument290 m
-   Forbury war Memorial430 m
-   Riverside Museum990 m

## Malmaison Reading: in detail

At Malmaison Reading, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Amenities at taxi offered by Malmaison Reading simplify the organization of your excursions, tourist activities, and other adventures in Reading. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. At the hotel, their tours can even assist you in booking tickets and securing reservations for leisure activities and adventures. Always look your best in your preferred attire with the dry cleaning service and laundry service provided at Malmaison Reading. Craving relaxation? In-room amenities such as 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping allow you to maximize your time spent inside the room. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms at Malmaison Reading come furnished with air conditioning to cater to your needs and comfort. A number of rooms feature cable TV for guest amusement and enjoyment. In certain rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to a coffee or tea maker and mini bar. At Malmaison Reading, select bathrooms are equipped with a hair dryer to enhance your comfort during your stay. A delightful breakfast is the perfect way to begin your day, and at Malmaison Reading, you can always indulge in a scrumptious meal on-site. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. An evening spent at hotel's bar can offer as much enjoyment as venturing out with your fellow travelers.

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## Questions about Malmaison Reading

### How do guests rate Malmaison Reading?

Malmaison Reading has a guest rating of 8.9 out of 10 from 129 reviews, which is better than 97% of rated hotels in Reading.

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

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does Malmaison Reading include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### How far is Malmaison Reading from the airport?

The nearest airport, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), is 36 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Malmaison Reading have?

Malmaison Reading has 75 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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