Great Western House 18-20 Station Road Reading RG1 1JXView map





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Malmaison Reading is a unique residence, a modern reworking of the Great Western Hotel, built in 1844 and reputed to be the oldest surviving railway hotel in the world. Conveniently located in Reading City Centre, it retains the original ambiance of the historic building while offering easy access to local attractions. It's within a 10-minute walk of the Thames River and John Lewis Reading, and just 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Reading Museum and Town Hall and 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Forbury Gardens. Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the preferred airport, located 44.7 km (27.8 mi) away.
The hotel features 75 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with a flat-screen television offering satellite programming, complimentary wireless internet access, a phone, safe, and desk. Select rooms also include a coffee/tea maker and mini bar. Bathrooms come with bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Daily housekeeping is provided.
Guests can dine at the on-site Chez Mal Brasserie, specializing in British cuisine for lunch, dinner, and brunch. A sumptuous bar/lounge is available for drinks. Full breakfasts are served for a fee on weekdays from 7 AM to 10 AM and on weekends from 8 AM to 11:00 AM. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service and an on-site coffee shop.
Malmaison Reading provides a range of amenities including a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and safety deposit boxes. Guests can utilize dry cleaning/laundry services, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance for booking excursions and reservations. For events, the hotel offers 624 square feet (58 square meters) of conference space and meeting rooms. Taxi services are also available. For the comfort of all guests, smoking is restricted to assigned zones.
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