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Our top choices for Museum of English Rural Life hotels

A row of historic buildings with a mix of architectural styles, including a prominent building with a black awning and a sign that reads "Garnier."

1. Garner Reading City Centre by IHG

Garner Reading City Centre by IHG
3.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 0.9 km from Museum of English Rural Life
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"Very pleasant staff. Both in reception as well as at the breakfast!"
Sweden
Mårten
The price is ฿2,449
฿2,939 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Garner Reading City Centre by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

2. Village Hotel Reading

Village Hotel Reading
4.0 star property
2.2 km from Museum of English Rural Life
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (219 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Lovely pool and gym facilities. All staff very helpful. Restaurant was the only disappointment."
United States
Lelia
The price is ฿2,683
฿3,220 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Village Hotel Reading
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a tree with lights, and a brick building in the background.

3. 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, (718 reviews)
"Clean rooms, nice spa! Close to City Centre - shops, restaurant, train station etc. All within walking distance. Friendly staff and big parking space though for a fee."
United States
OLALEYE OLUGBENGA
The price is ฿3,674
฿4,408 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Roseate Reading
A restaurant with high ceilings, exposed brick walls, and a variety of seating options including tables and chairs.

4. 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, (374 reviews)
"Would stay again, great location and nice room with everything you need"
United Kingdom
James
The price is ฿2,952
฿3,542 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Market House
A large, white building with a central entrance labeled "Great Western House."

5. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and fresh water fresh espresso and great price when booking ahead"
United Kingdom
scott
The price is ฿2,449
฿2,939 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Malmaison Reading
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

6. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Comfy bed , nice restaurant and really helpful staff"
United Kingdom
Jo
The price is ฿2,731
฿3,277 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hilton Reading Hotel
A sign for Premier Suites Reading.

7. 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, (169 reviews)
"Excellent location and amazing staff service "
Mexico
Maria Alicia
The price is ฿3,364
฿4,037 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
PREMIER SUITES Reading
A modern lounge area with a foosball table, leather sofas, a bookshelf, and a bar area.

8. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here a few times now and never been disappointed. Staff are amazing and the rooms are comfortable."
United Kingdom
paulakhs
The price is ฿2,721
฿3,266 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
pentahotel Reading
A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a patterned wall.

9. ibis Reading Centre

ibis Reading Centre
3.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 1.3 km from Museum of English Rural Life
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great breakfast and cheerful happy staff."
United Kingdom
Jonathan
The price is ฿1,767
฿2,120 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
ibis Reading Centre
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, seating area with armchairs and a coffee table, a reception desk, and a large painting on the wall.

10. Holiday Inn Reading South M4 Jct11 by IHG

Holiday Inn Reading South M4 Jct11 by IHG
4.0 star property
3.2 km from Museum of English Rural Life
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Stayed here a few times now great place to stay"
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is ฿1,776
฿2,222 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Holiday Inn Reading South M4 Jct11 by IHG
A swimming pool with a tiled floor and a metal railing.

11. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location!"
United Kingdom
Krishna
The price is ฿2,721
฿3,265 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Novotel Reading Centre
A historic building with ornate brickwork and multiple chimneys.

12. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff were incredibly friendly. Great location near good shops and restaurants. Very clean and we got upgraded into the coach house which has a very modern ,spotless bathroom ."
United Kingdom
karen
The price is ฿1,386
฿1,663 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading
A row of white terraced houses with orange awnings and a sign for 'easyHotel'.

13. easyHotel Reading

easyHotel Reading
3.0 star property
1.9 km from Museum of English Rural Life
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"A great little budget hotel. Have stayed here a few times now."
United Kingdom
Dan
The price is ฿1,189
฿1,426 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
easyHotel Reading
A white door with a grid pattern, flanked by brick walls and a white archway. There are hanging flower baskets on either side of the door.

14. 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, (75 reviews)
"Great location for Reading festival, friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is ฿2,835
฿3,402 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Abbey House Hotel
A gated entrance with a metal gate and a wooden fence.

15. 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, (94 reviews)
"Parking was good"
United States
Roy
The price is ฿2,998
฿3,597 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Bow Guest House
A hotel reception area with a black and white patterned floor, a chandelier, and a reception desk.

16. Hotel 1843 Reading

Hotel 1843 Reading
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Museum of English Rural Life
7.4 out of 10, Good, (547 reviews)
"Location was excellent."
Canada
Paris
The price is ฿1,648
฿1,978 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel 1843 Reading
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a leather sofa, and a coffee table.

17. 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, (460 reviews)
"Lovely budget hotel booked for 1night as I was busy in reading the next morning"
United Kingdom
Shane
The price is ฿2,079
฿2,494 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Parkside International Hotel
Room

18. 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, (3 reviews)
"Budget hotel, better than most"
United States
Christopher
The price is ฿1,965
฿2,358 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Premier Inn Reading - Caversham Bridge
A storefront with a black awning and a sign reading "C.U.P. Specialty coffee & tea".

19. Blagrave Rooms

Blagrave Rooms
3.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 1.1 km from Museum of English Rural Life
6.4 out of 10, (182 reviews)
"Good value in excellent location, close to station and my work. "
United Kingdom
Shirley
The price is ฿5,397
฿5,397 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Blagrave Rooms
A compact room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a mirror.

20. Crescent Hotel

Crescent Hotel
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Museum of English Rural Life
5.0 out of 10, (240 reviews)
"Two beds provided, can hear the noise next door. It said it was ‘No Smoking’, but the staff could do nothing when the man next door kept smoking!"
Hong Kong SAR China
Sze Ling
The price is ฿2,150
฿2,579 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Crescent Hotel
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Compare top hotels near Museum of English Rural Life

A row of historic buildings with a mix of architectural styles, including a prominent building with a black awning and a sign that reads "Garnier."

Garner Reading City Centre by IHG

3.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 0.9 km from Museum of English Rural Life
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Village Hotel Reading

4.0 star property
2.2 km from Museum of English Rural Life
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An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a tree with lights, and a brick building in the background.

The Roseate Reading

5.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 1 km from Museum of English Rural Life
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A restaurant with high ceilings, exposed brick walls, and a variety of seating options including tables and chairs.

The Market House

3.5 star property
Reading City Centre, 0.9 km from Museum of English Rural Life
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A large, white building with a central entrance labeled "Great Western House."

Malmaison Reading

4.0 star property
Reading City Centre, 1.3 km from Museum of English Rural Life
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9.2
Wonderful
10 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
219 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
718 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
374 reviews
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
The price is ฿2,449
฿2,939 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The price is ฿2,683
฿3,220 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is ฿3,674
฿4,408 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The price is ฿2,952
฿3,542 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The price is ฿2,449
฿2,939 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
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  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
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  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
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  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking

Other attractions near Museum of English Rural Life

The ruins of a stone archway with moss growth and a sign reading "Chapel Last of South Transp."

Reading Abbey Ruins

8.6/10 (32 reviews)
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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Top Museum of English Rural Life Hotel Reviews

A gravel driveway leading to a house surrounded by dense greenery and trees.
Chambers Place

Chambers Place

Chambers Place
Reading

10/10 Excellent

All excellent
United Kingdom
Sophie
Reviewed June 17, 2026
Chambers Place

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 263 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?

Pentahotel Reading is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Museum of English Rural Life. Other good choices close by include Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading and Novotel Reading Centre.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Museum of English Rural Life?

Expedia has 263 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.