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Our top choices for Museum of English Rural Life hotels

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The Market House

The Market House

The Market House
3.5 star property
Reading City Centre, 0.9 km from Museum of English Rural Life
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (320)
"First time staying at The Market House and very impressed. Staff friendly on arrival, room spacious and clean. The only slightly negative thing for me was that the room did not have a window which is my preference. I would stay here again. "
United Kingdom
Deborah
The price is S$142
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan, 2026
The Market House
Terrace/patio
The Roseate Reading

The Roseate Reading

The Roseate Reading
5.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 1 km from Museum of English Rural Life
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (673)
"Always a pleasure to visit "
United Kingdom
Victoria
The price is S$159
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan, 2026
The Roseate Reading
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Malmaison Reading

Malmaison Reading

Malmaison Reading
4.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 1.3 km from Museum of English Rural Life
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Location and the environment are marvellous! "
United Kingdom
Suman
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan, 2026
Malmaison Reading
Property entrance
PREMIER SUITES Reading

PREMIER SUITES Reading

PREMIER SUITES Reading
4.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 1.1 km from Museum of English Rural Life
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (158)
"Excellent location . Pleasant staff. Clean but the room has a weird chemical smell . The bedroom is very small while the living area is unnecessarily big !! The lift was out order throughout our 9-day stay . "
United States
Raja
The price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
PREMIER SUITES Reading
Lobby
Hilton Reading Hotel

Hilton Reading Hotel

Hilton Reading Hotel
4.0 star property
2.4 km from Museum of English Rural Life
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The staff were great, the rooms were clean & comfortable and the food (dinner and breakfast) was very good. To make it even better, it was only 1 mile away from where i had to go with work. Great stay and will definitely stay at this hotel again when in the area next."
United Kingdom
Carl
The price is S$146
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Hilton Reading Hotel
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
ibis Reading Centre

ibis Reading Centre

ibis Reading Centre
3.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 1.2 km from Museum of English Rural Life
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"The breakfast selection was great and the hotel overall was clean and convenient to travel to/from. "
United Kingdom
Charlene
The price is S$87
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan, 2026
ibis Reading Centre
Serves lunch and dinner
pentahotel Reading

pentahotel Reading

pentahotel Reading
4.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 1.5 km from Museum of English Rural Life
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"had a great, quiet, and restful stay at the pentahotel Reading. Everything went smoothly throughout my visit, and the room was kept very clean with fresh towels provided every day. Overall, it was a comfortable and pleasant experience. Great stay!"
United Kingdom
Virginie
The price is S$139
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
pentahotel Reading
Exterior
Novotel Reading Centre

Novotel Reading Centre

Novotel Reading Centre
4.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 1.2 km from Museum of English Rural Life
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"great stay"
United Kingdom
Sona
The price is S$114
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan, 2026
Novotel Reading Centre
Front of property
Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading

Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading

Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading
3.0 star property
0.6 km from Museum of English Rural Life
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Great stay for one night, good size family room and great reception staff. Would definitely stay here again."
United Kingdom
Jason
The price is S$64
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan, 2026
Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading
Bar (on property)
Hotel 1843 Reading

Hotel 1843 Reading

Hotel 1843 Reading
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Museum of English Rural Life
7.6 out of 10, Good, (481)
"Lovely staff, a few problems with the room but the staff swiftly sorted that out. Also had a miscommunication about timing of breakfast which meant I then missed it, however the staff kindly got me some fruit and yoghurt. "
United Kingdom
S
Hotel 1843 Reading
Exterior
easyHotel Reading

easyHotel Reading

easyHotel Reading
3.0 star property
1.9 km from Museum of English Rural Life
7.6 out of 10, Good, (962)
"Fine for a no frills, single night stop over."
United Kingdom
Tim
The price is S$57
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan, 2026
easyHotel Reading
Toaster
Bow Guest House

Bow Guest House

Bow Guest House
3.0 star property
1.7 km from Museum of English Rural Life
7.6 out of 10, Good, (70)
"Close to city centre. Friendly staff."
United Kingdom
Debbie
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan, 2026
Bow Guest House
Property entrance
Abbey House Hotel

Abbey House Hotel

Abbey House Hotel
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Museum of English Rural Life
7.6 out of 10, Good, (73)
"Great location for Reading festival, friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is S$130
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan, 2026
Abbey House Hotel
Exterior
Parkside International Hotel

Parkside International Hotel

Parkside International Hotel
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Museum of English Rural Life
7.4 out of 10, Good, (428)
"Nice hotel and food was lovely "
United Kingdom
Louis
The price is S$95
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan, 2026
Parkside International Hotel
Exterior
Blagrave Rooms

Blagrave Rooms

Blagrave Rooms
3.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 1.1 km from Museum of English Rural Life
6.6 out of 10, (177)
"Good value in excellent location, close to station and my work. "
United Kingdom
Shirley
The price is S$206
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan, 2026
Blagrave Rooms
Desk, free WiFi
Crescent Hotel

Crescent Hotel

Crescent Hotel
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Museum of English Rural Life
5.2 out of 10, (229)
"Fine for 1 night the hotel is a bit run down the rooms are clean and tidy it was quite and less than 12 minute walk to town centre"
United Kingdom
John
Crescent Hotel
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Village Hotel Reading

Village Hotel Reading

Village Hotel Reading
4.0 star property
2.2 km from Museum of English Rural Life
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Good location, only 10 minute walk to the train station. £5 to park for 24 hours which is a bargain! Room was spotless and minimalistic. Cool bar with a darts area too. Only stayed for one night so didn’t get to experience the pool. Starbucks is a bonus. "
United Kingdom
Lauren
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan, 2026
Village Hotel Reading
Bed sheets
Premier Inn Reading - Caversham Bridge

Premier Inn Reading - Caversham Bridge

Premier Inn Reading - Caversham Bridge
3.0 star property
2.4 km from Museum of English Rural Life
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"Budget hotel, better than most"
United States
Christopher
The price is S$85
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan, 2026
Premier Inn Reading - Caversham Bridge
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Curzon Street Retreat - 4 Beds

Curzon Street Retreat - 4 Beds

Curzon Street Retreat - 4 Beds
2.0 star property
2.4 km from Museum of English Rural Life
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"Very clean and had everything we needed"
United Kingdom
Anthony
The price is S$391
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Curzon Street Retreat - 4 Beds
Dishwasher, electric kettle, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils
Magnolia House

Magnolia House

Magnolia House
2.0 star property
2.1 km from Museum of English Rural Life
The price is S$1,991
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan, 2026
Magnolia House
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Top Museum of English Rural Life Hotel Reviews

PREMIER SUITES Reading

PREMIER SUITES Reading

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location . Pleasant staff. Clean but the room has a weird chemical smell . The bedroom is very small while the living area is unnecessarily big !! The lift was out order throughout our 9-day stay . "
Raja 7-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
PREMIER SUITES Reading

Hotels near other Museum of English Rural Life attractions

Reading Abbey Ruins featuring a ruin

Reading Abbey Ruins

Gaze up at the surviving arches, windows and stone walls of a 12th-century abbey in the heart of rolling green parkland.
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Oracle

Oracle

4.2/5 (71 reviews)
Tap out a tune on the baby grand piano, watch your kids have fun in the play complex and sample the international cuisine in this urban mall.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Museum of English Rural Life?
Museum of English Rural Life is located in a welcoming area of Reading known for its bar scene and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 255 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Museum of English Rural Life?
Adjacent to Museum of English Rural Life, Inviting Apartment in Reading is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this apartment offers free parking and in-room kitchens. Other good choices close by include pentahotel Reading and Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Museum of English Rural Life?
Expedia has 255 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Museum of English Rural Life.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Museum of English Rural Life, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Museum of English Rural Life.
What can I see and do near Museum of English Rural Life?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Reading Museum and Town Hall and Museum Of Berkshire Aviation. While you're exploring, swing by Mapledurham House and Watermill, Reading Abbey Ruins and St. Giles-in-Reading Church to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Hexagon, Mill at Sonning and South Street Arts Centre.