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Swept up by a sudden urge for adventure, we found ourselves booking a last-minute escape to Malmaison in Reading, and it was nothing short of a serendipitous delight! The hotel, chosen with little deliberation, surprised us with its comfort and subtle elegance. Among the room’s features, a luxurious bath that quickly became the sanctuary of our relaxation, providing a gentle pause in our impromptu journey. This thoroughly elevated our impromptu trip to a luxurious sojourn. We did encounter a small oversight in the midst of our bliss — the absence of toothpaste, a detail that, albeit minor, tethered us back to the mundane. We hope the hotel takes note of such nuances, as they contribute significantly to the overall guest experience. Compelled by the desire to explore, we also sauntered into the vibrant nearby Wetherspoons where the local energy was palpable. Immersing ourselves in the social buzz was the perfect way to connect with the vibrant heart of Reading’s nightlife. Despite the brevity of our stay and the slight inconvenience, our visit to Reading was enriched by both the comforts of our accommodation and the lively charm of the town. It served as a poignant testament to the beauty of spontaneity, crafting indelible memories from the fabric of the unforeseen. Would visit again!
I spent a weekend at this hotel, the room was lovely and the bed was v comfortable. The bathroom has a bath and a separate shower cubicle. The water had great pressure and was v hot. The shower stall could do with deep limescale cleaning, though. My first breakfast - egg benedict - was really lovely. I ordered a full English breakfast on the following day. Unfortunately, because of my lactose intolerance, I could not have sausage with my breakfast. I asked for a bit of smoked salmon to replace the sausage. The chef refused my request. He doesn't do any swaps. He asked me to sign a disclaimer before my reduced English breakfast was served. The wait staff and reception staff were friendly n polite. The location of the hotel is brilliant, a literal stone throw from the train station. I would stay here again.
It is rare I post a 5 star review, but the Malmaison in Reading deserves this one. The room (standard) was spotlessly clean with comfortable bed (most important part) and feather pillows. The bathroom was large with an amazing shower (and a bath). There were also usb charging sockets everywhere. If I could nit pick it would be the blinds used did not quite block out all the light but very minor. The breakfast (continental in my case but can upgrade to cooked for a few pounds more), was excellent as well. Not just a few pastries and some cereals but they had things like overnight oats and porridge (freshly made) as well. Definitely stay here again. Next time I might try the restaurant for evening meal (arrived in too late this time due to the train strikes)
Hotel is well located, it's very central and it's at a stone's throw away from the train station. Even being centrally located it's very silent. Rooms look somehow modern and are comfortable but they started showing signs of wear and tear. They definitely need a deep clean, looking at the thick layer of dirt around the sink drain every morning was disgusting. The breakfast was good enough, it has a vibe of chic but in the end of the day it's just a continental breakfast, I wouldn't pay extra for it though.
A great midweek meal. Quiet venue with mood lighting (you could say it was dark!) Had great fresh and tasty food. Highly recommend the half chicken main meal. Oh, and the calamari starter had the crispiest batter. Would've given 5 stars if the heating was working. Didn't stay, so I can't review the rooms.
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Reading, Berkshire, RG1 
