Hotel 1843
About Hotel 1843
Hotel 1843 is a boutique 4-star hotel located in the heart of Reading town centre, directly opposite The Oracle shopping centre and just a 10-minute walk from Reading Railway Station. The hotel features 29 uniquely designed rooms across five types, combining historic Victorian charm with modern comfort. Built on a site with Charles Dickens literary connections, the property uniquely integrates Calico Bar & Eatery, a modern fusion restaurant and bar offering all-day dining and evening entertainment. The hotel serves business travellers, tourists, and event attendees with complimentary high-speed WiFi, 24-hour front desk service, concierge facilities, and accessible rooms. On-site facilities include multiple flexible meeting spaces (basement event space up to 30 guests, private glass-walled dining room, semi-private glass room, library workspace), room service, and laundry services. Group bookings for corporate events, conferences, and team building are fully supported with customized packages available. The hotel is categorized as a Hotel, Conference Center, Extended Stay Hotel, and Wedding Service venue, reflecting its versatile event capabilities. Location advantages include proximity to The Oracle shopping and entertainment complex, Reading town centre attractions, and South Street Arts Centre. Seasonal pricing provides excellent value, with low-season rates offering significant savings for budget-conscious event planners.
Rooms and typical prices
- Cosy Double 8 rooms · Up to 2 guestsTypical £45 to £60 per night in JanuaryTypical £50 to £65 per night in FebruaryTypical £50 to £60 per night in MarchTypical £60 to £75 per night in AprilTypical £65 to £85 per night in MayTypical £75 to £95 per night in JuneTypical £80 to £100 per night in JulyTypical £75 to £95 per night in AugustTypical £45 to £60 per night in SeptemberTypical £55 to £75 per night in OctoberTypical £55 to £70 per night in NovemberTypical £45 to £55 per night in December
- Superior Double 10 rooms · Up to 2 guestsTypical £60 to £75 per night in JanuaryTypical £65 to £85 per night in FebruaryTypical £60 to £80 per night in MarchTypical £75 to £95 per night in AprilTypical £85 to £105 per night in MayTypical £100 to £125 per night in JuneTypical £100 to £125 per night in JulyTypical £100 to £125 per night in AugustTypical £55 to £75 per night in SeptemberTypical £70 to £90 per night in OctoberTypical £70 to £90 per night in NovemberTypical £50 to £70 per night in December
- Twin Room 6 rooms · Up to 2 guestsTypical £50 to £65 per night in JanuaryTypical £55 to £75 per night in FebruaryTypical £55 to £70 per night in MarchTypical £65 to £85 per night in AprilTypical £75 to £95 per night in MayTypical £85 to £110 per night in JuneTypical £90 to £115 per night in JulyTypical £90 to £110 per night in AugustTypical £50 to £65 per night in SeptemberTypical £65 to £80 per night in OctoberTypical £60 to £80 per night in NovemberTypical £45 to £60 per night in December
- Triple Room 3 rooms · Up to 3 guestsTypical £65 to £85 per night in JanuaryTypical £70 to £95 per night in FebruaryTypical £70 to £90 per night in MarchTypical £85 to £110 per night in AprilTypical £100 to £125 per night in MayTypical £115 to £145 per night in JuneTypical £120 to £150 per night in JulyTypical £120 to £145 per night in AugustTypical £65 to £85 per night in SeptemberTypical £85 to £105 per night in OctoberTypical £80 to £105 per night in NovemberTypical £60 to £80 per night in December
- Family Suite 2 rooms · Up to 4 guestsTypical £85 to £105 per night in JanuaryTypical £95 to £120 per night in FebruaryTypical £90 to £110 per night in MarchTypical £110 to £140 per night in AprilTypical £125 to £155 per night in MayTypical £150 to £185 per night in JuneTypical £150 to £190 per night in JulyTypical £150 to £185 per night in AugustTypical £85 to £105 per night in SeptemberTypical £105 to £135 per night in OctoberTypical £105 to £130 per night in NovemberTypical £75 to £100 per night in December
Facilities
- Group rates available
- Room blocks available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
- Early check-in
- Late check-out
- Parking (paid)
- Meeting rooms on site
Typical £45 to £60 per night in JanuaryTypical £50 to £65 per night in FebruaryTypical £50 to £60 per night in MarchTypical £60 to £75 per night in AprilTypical £65 to £85 per night in MayTypical £75 to £95 per night in JuneTypical £80 to £100 per night in JulyTypical £75 to £95 per night in AugustTypical £45 to £60 per night in SeptemberTypical £55 to £75 per night in OctoberTypical £55 to £70 per night in NovemberTypical £45 to £55 per night in December
A guide from typical rates for this month, not a quote. The hotel confirms prices when you enquire.
Venues near Hotel 1843
Event spaces close to the hotel, closest first.
Group rooms at Hotel 1843
Typical £45 to £60 per night in JanuaryTypical £50 to £65 per night in FebruaryTypical £50 to £60 per night in MarchTypical £60 to £75 per night in AprilTypical £65 to £85 per night in MayTypical £75 to £95 per night in JuneTypical £80 to £100 per night in JulyTypical £75 to £95 per night in AugustTypical £45 to £60 per night in SeptemberTypical £55 to £75 per night in OctoberTypical £55 to £70 per night in NovemberTypical £45 to £55 per night in December Estimate
Instant estimate No obligation
Planning rooms for a bigger event?
Our events team can hold rooms across several hotels near your venue.