Location: Witney
Top Hotels in Witney
Witney Hotels | Places to Stay in Witney
Discover the best hotels in Witney, Oxfordshire, England including The Bird in Hand, Premier Inn Witney hotel, The Fleece, Old Swan, The Harcourt Arms, Oxford Witney Hotel, The Bell Inn, Minster Mill, The Blue Boar Hotel, Old Court Hotel.
Restaurants in Witney
1. The Bird in Hand
Overall Ratings
5 based on 283 reviews
The Bird in Hand Inn is a classic Cotswolds country Inn located in Whiteoak Green, Oxfordshire, near Witney on the B4022, just outside the small village of Hailey. This classic Cotswolds hotel is an ideal location in the heart of the country within a few miles of Oxford, Chipping Norton and major motorways. The Bird in Hand Inn is surrounded by the beautiful scenery and rolling countryside of the Cotswolds, this Grade II listed building is made of traditional local stone and slate and boasts beautiful original features.
Classy Cotswolds cottage in real rural setting
Reviewed By Jes CThis beautifully maintained old stone cottage in a green and truly rural setting offers not only comfortable accomodation but also excellent food. The dinner menu is rich, the food tasty and only surpassed by a sumptuous breakfast hybrid of a large self-service buffet and a served, full English breakfast, which ranks higher than most as it is based on first class raw materials and not swimming in fat/grease. The rooms are spacious, the beds and downs are the best you can get - all placed in a picturesque square courtyard stone building. Staff are friendly and helpful. Not the cheapest accomodation around but worth every penny.
2. Premier Inn Witney hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1010 reviews
Just a few miles from Burford and the Cotswold border, yet close to Oxford and easily accessible from the A40, our Witney hotel is a great base for leisure and business guests alike. Relax in style in our new generation bedrooms, featuring an impressive 40" flat screen TV, freshly-updated bathroom with large shower head, and brand new, slumber-inducing king-size Hypnos bed. An attractive market town, Witney boasts a number of delightful restaurants, pubs and shops which are all within walking distance. Venture a little further afield and you'll be able to visit the many picturesque towns and villages of Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds, as well as the buzzing city of Oxford. Burford, an immensely popular Cotswold town rich in antique shops and charming pubs, is just a few miles away.
Disappointed
Reviewed By ExcaliUkFrom the outside the hotel does feel slightly neglected, and in much need of a makeover. However it’s the inside that counts and I can make do with a tired exterior if the rooms are okay. Unfortunately that tired, desperately needing a bit of TLC extends to the room we were in. Yes it was clean and the bed comfortable but the room was drab and in need of some colour. The skirting board and the bottom of the door frame in the bathroom was rotten where water has escaped from the shower. As a result the paint had blistered and just added to the drab run down appearance. We had booked the buffet breakfast at £9.50, and Oh what a mistake this was. The continental part was fine as you can’t really go wrong with cereal, fruit, and yogurt. What really let’s it down is the cooked, and I use this term lightly as the eggs were just like rubber and the yolks had been set by, I’m assuming the heating lights above them. The bacon was of the texture of cupboard and cold. Cold was a bit of a theme as so we’re the mushrooms, sausages, etc. The black pudding was just a soggy mess… Come on it can’t be hard to get a simple fry up correct like lots of other hotels we’ve stayed in. The only saving grace were the staff who were friendly and helpful. All in all not the best of experiences and would not recommend to others!
3. The Fleece
Overall Ratings
4 based on 691 reviews
The Fleece overlooks the expanse of Witney’s beautiful Church Green. Voted one of the top 20 pubs in the UK, The Fleece offers a seasonal menu of fresh produce and traditional pub favourites, and an award-winning wine list. Guest can sit outside on sunny days. We also have a private dining room for meetings or parties & 10 newly refurbished en suite bedrooms. One is a fully-accessible family room.
Improving rapidly!
Reviewed By ChilailiThis was our second stay after a 3-year gap. It’s nice to see that The Fleece seems to be doing very well after lockdown and what is definitely a difficult time for the hospitality industry. Goodness knows they were packed for Sunday lunch! The first time we stayed was in the unfortunate room #4 which I hope has since been extensively renovated because that really was a disaster. This time we had a room right at the back of the hotel which was great for lack of noise from the bar or outside. The room is cosy but the bathroom is large. The bathroom has clearly been updated and the shower large enough to walk around in. It’s unfortunate that whoever did the shower apparently forgot to include a shelf or shower caddy for soap and shampoo! Leaving them on the shower floor is a pain because not everyone can bend down that easily. The staff are friendly and very accommodating and we enjoyed our stay very much.
4. Old Swan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2308 reviews
Located just 15 miles from Oxford and 11 miles from Blenheim Palace, Old Swan is nestled in 65 acres of idyllic grounds in the picturesque village of Minster Lovell. This quintessentially English inn seamlessly blends the rural charm of its historic setting with contemporary design, luxurious comfort and delicious menus crafted from the best seasonal produce. The magical gardens, wild flower meadows and woodland which enclose the mill and inn come alive during the summer months – fishing, walking, croquet and tennis are the order of the day while throughout cooler weather roaring log fires provide a welcome retreat.
David
Reviewed By dloisdavidFine building pleasant staff, dire restaurant, pokey room.We chose this hotel on location and that the price was well above average ,building an expectation of a good dining experience only works if that’s what you provide.Not even approaching any kind of value for money.
5. The Harcourt Arms
Overall Ratings
5 based on 95 reviews
The Harcourt Arms is a charming, seventeenth Century village pub nestled in the centre of Stanton Harcourt. Following an extensive four-year-long renovation it’s now home to a brand new restaurant, ten lovely bedrooms and The Harcourt Stores where you’ll find artisanal treats amongst the everyday essentials.
Talk about a room upgrade...
Reviewed By ianpressTHERE are room upgrades and there is... an upgrade from a snug double to something you could hold a dance in while thinking you'd been teleported back to an Elizabethan castle. So, thank you all at The Harcourt Arms for turning a much anticipated two night break into something resembling a dream, complete with copper bath in the bedroom, four poster bed and enough sofas and chairs to keep a cricket team comfy. There are, thankfully, enough modern touches to make a present day guest happy too, from separate - and beautifully warmed - bathroom with walk-in shower - to decently punchy wi-fi signal and plenty of power points to top up your mobile phone. Site the Blenheim suite in a building which had obviously had a great deal spent on it these last few years and pop it down in a quiet Oxfordshire village and the building blocks for a happy visit are very much in place. The staff were charming and helpful, even when under pressure from a very well attended charity pub quiz evening and could not have made our visit run more smoothly. A couple of points to note: the pub quiz in the crowded bar below created quite a racket in our bedroom above, but was ended in good time to let those above get to sleep - and make sure you ask for your breakfast eggs to be fried, or face the chance of two boiled eggs in their own eggcups on the plate beside an otherwise excellent full English... Will be return? You bet, and with fingers and toes crossed for an extraordinary upgrade.
6. Oxford Witney Hotel
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 1472 reviews
We do not accept pets at the hotel as described in hotel policies.
1-Star hotel at best
Reviewed By JSY_PaulPI can not even begin to explain how terrible this supposedly 4-star hotel is, in fact it was so bad we only stayed for about 1hour before checking out and leaving. Sticking with the facts, check in was painless and easy. We were went to our room, which quite frankly was appalling, wall-paper and paint was peeling off the walls in the corridor, and the carpet was stained and dirty. We got to the room, and there was wall paper peeling off the walls, the room was filthy... not just dirty but mouldy and the carpet was caked in ground in dirt. So we headed back down to reception, as there was no phone in the room. We were then shown to another room, which was only marginally better, if slightly smaller than the first room, before also being offered a suite, that was right up in the eaves, which whilst bigger was set-up as a double, and whilst they offered to split the bed into twins bed the low ceilings would have cause us difficulty in moving around. As we were both exhausted we opted for the second room. So we get in the room and I go to jump in the shower, the bathroom was not clean, the shower was incredibly hard to turn on, once it turned on the water was scalding hot, so i turned it down, unfortunately it then went from scaling to freezing. cue turning the temperature up slowly bit by bit, finally found a temperature that was comfortable, after a few minutes in the shower the temperature then went freezing again and nothing i could do would improve the temperature. So jumped out of the shower, and tried to turn off the shower. Now i couldn't turn off the shower. Phoned down to reception, and after about 5 mins, a person turned up to turn the shower off, so we requested the general manager, who arrived shortly afterward. Unfortunately no other rooms were available, and so rather than stay we opted to leave and try to find somewhere else. We were promised that no charge would be made to our card, however the following day the hotel then attempted to charge us for our stay. Thankfully we caught it early and raised a dispute with the CC so avoided any charges. On a separate point, we logged into the hotel wifi to try and find another place to stay at late notice, only to find that coverage in the room we had been provided was extremely poor and so we couldn't even connect half the time. The only silver lining of our visit to this hotel is that after leaving we did find the most amazing little pub/hotel. Safe to say I will never be opting to stay here again, and i'll recommend to my friends to stay away too, just too terrible!
7. The Bell Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 179 reviews
Finding an ideal quaint bed and breakfast in Witney does not have to be difficult. Welcome to The Bell Inn, a nice option for travelers like you. Close to Cogges (1.5 mi), a popular Witney landmark, The Bell Inn is a great destination for tourists. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a flat screen TV, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the bed and breakfast. The Bell Inn features baggage storage, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts breakfast. If you are driving to The Bell Inn, free parking is available. While in Witney, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from The Bell Inn, including Fleece (1.2 mi), Suwanna (1.2 mi), and The bell inn (0.0 mi). Looking to explore? Then look no further than St Mary’s Church (1.1 mi), The Leys Recreation Ground (0.9 mi), and The Langdale Court Shopping Centre (1.2 mi), which are some popular Witney attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the bed and breakfast. The Bell Inn looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Witney.
The bell inn happy customer
Reviewed By lisaben2022Had a lovely stay here, nothing was to much trouble for the staff i would stay here again without hesitation. We stayed here in the family room for a wedding. The next morning they kindly made breakfast outside of the allocated times to accommodate for hangovers which was very kind and and very much appreciated.
8. Minster Mill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 256 reviews
Introducing the latest addition to the Andrew Brownsword Hotel collection, AA Hotel Group of the Year for 2017-18. Minster Mill is just 15 miles from the dreaming spires of Oxford and 11 miles from the inspiring Blenheim Palace. Our charming Cotswold stone buildings and barns are flanked by 65 acres of idyllic grounds set in the picture-perfect Oxfordshire village of Minster Lovell. We’ve just finished the final stages of a major refurbishment programme, taking in all the bedrooms and public spaces and creating an impressive new hotel restaurant and bar. Our magical gardens, lush wild flower meadows and woodland come alive during the summer months, with fishing, walking, croquet and tennis on the menu. When temperatures drop, our hearty food, cosy interiors and roaring log fires provide a welcome, hospitable haven.
Nice stay
Reviewed By sstewa412844Beautiful location with a fantastic little pub across from the hotel . A great spot for walks and not too far from nearby villages . The staff were friendly and helpful . The Room we had was quite small but was overlooking stream and had a nice outdoor area complete with log fire with marshmallows provided in the fridge so that was nice. Breakfast was nice as was the upstairs bar area but we couldn't get any proper food at 10pm even via room service once kitchen closed which was a bit disappointing . You need to book to use the pool so that's not great but overall we enjoyed the stay .
9. The Blue Boar Hotel
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 437 reviews
The Blue Boar in Witney is a stylish restaurant, bar and rooms, combining historic character with modern comfort and design. Open all day every day for food and drink, the Blue Boar is at the heart of the town, providing the ideal place to eat, drink, and relax. Featuring a modern Mediterranean-inspired restaurant menu, an extensive range of drinks, wines, local real ales and cocktails, as well as a cafe area overlooking the courtyard, the Blue Boar also offers complimentary wi-fi throughout. With 20 luxury en-suite bedrooms, complete with iPod docking stations, flatscreen televisions and designer toiletries, the rooms also feature locally-made Witney blankets. Available for private hire is the Bosworth Suite, an elegant function room ideal for weddings, conferences, business meetings or events, with a completely tailored package to suit individual requirements.
Disappointed
Reviewed By karenmoir22We have just arrived home after a weekend at the Blue Boar. There was no warm welcome. We were told where our room was - on the top floor. A member of staff pushed past us on the stairs, not offering to hold door open or help. Got to room, which seemed fine, until I visited the bathroom. Somebody had used the toilet, left it in a mess, and it hadn't been cleaned. Total put off. My husband had to clean the toilet before we could use it. There was no hot water on the first day, and very little on the second. It was extremely noisy both outside, and in. Obviously this is not the hotels fault, but if you want a nice quiet break, give here a miss. This is our third visit, so I'm not sure what has happened, but we certainly won't be back. £320 for no sleep and no wash facilities. Had to go to my son's for a bath.
10. Old Court Hotel
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 261 reviews
Looking for a place to stay in Witney? Then look no further than Old Court Hotel, a hotel that brings the best of Witney to your doorstep. The rooms offer a flat screen TV, and getting online is possible, as free internet access is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. In addition, as a valued Old Court Hotel guest, you can enjoy free breakfast that is available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as The Langdale Court Shopping Centre (0.5 mi) and St Mary’s Church (0.6 mi), guests of Old Court Hotel can easily experience some of Witney's most well known attractions. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the Indian restaurants, including Shaan Restaurant, Raj, and Curry Paradise, all of which are a short distance from Old Court Hotel. Should time allow, Cogges and SOTA Gallery are some popular attractions that are within walking distance. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Old Court Hotel as you experience everything Witney has to offer.
Great little pit stop good breakfast
Reviewed By CatheirnemGreat little pit stop warm and friendly welcome, clean and tidy rooms, 2 pillows each my type of bonus, comfortable bed great breakfast. There are some reviews for this hotel that are a little harsh I felt it was worth the money we used this as an overnight stay as we were visiting Oxford the next day yes it has minor issues like decor but it was suitable for our needs if you are looking to stay in a hotel and are looking yo use facilities don't book but as an overnight pit stop it's well worth the money
