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Dashwood Apartments
Great for families

Dashwood Apartments

3 out of 5
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4.7/5Exceptional! (71 reviews)
Families like: kitchen, extra beds/cots, laundry
Great stay in Banbury

"Great place to stay, very clean and I easy reach of shopping and restaurants with everything you could want, would book again Slight issue was the seating which could have been more comfortable for a night in front of the TV, speaking of which the TV had HDMI so was able to use my Fire stick, ..."…"

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2020

Dashwood Apartments
Horse & Groom Inn
Great for families

Horse & Groom Inn

3 out of 5
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4.7/5Exceptional! (86 reviews)
Families like: kitchen, extra beds/cots, free breakfast for the whole family
Friendly great service great breakfast

"Nice friendly staff, great service and great breakfast. Thank you"…"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2020

Horse & Groom Inn
Banbury Wroxton House Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Banbury Wroxton House Hotel, BW Signature Collection

4 out of 5
Silver Street, Wroxton, Banbury, England
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £54 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
4.5/5Wonderful! (166 reviews)
Superb hotel

"Very welcoming, great service. Room comfortable to aid pleasant stay"…"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2020

Banbury Wroxton House Hotel, BW Signature Collection
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Ashlea Guest House

Ashlea Guest House

4 out of 5
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £66 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
4.3/5Excellent! (152 reviews)
Great B&B

"Great two night stay at this family run B&B. The room was nice and clean with a very comfortable bed and clean en-suite shower. The breakfast service was excellent! I would highly recommend a stay here."…"

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2019

Ashlea Guest House
The Sun Inn
Great for families

The Sun Inn

3 out of 5
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £69 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
4.1/5Very Good! (84 reviews)
Families like: extra beds/cots, free breakfast for the whole family
perfect small village hotel for any great escape

"Meet up with family. They drove from Norfolk and we drove from Lancashire, so Hook Norton looked a good half way place to meet. The sun Inn was perfect. Service & Food was excellent. Bedrooms were small but very well decorated and comfortable, with all the extras you could ask for. We enjoyed a stroll ..."…"

Reviewed on 13 Sep 2020

The Sun Inn
Easington House

Easington House

3.5 out of 5
The price is £50 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
4/5Very Good! (282 reviews)

"Very attractive hotel with some old world charm welcoming logburner in the foyer and very friendly and obliging staff."…"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2020

Easington House
Best Western Banbury House Hotel

Best Western Banbury House Hotel

3 out of 5
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £45 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
3.9/5Good! (262 reviews)

"Warm welcome, friendly staff and a very comfortable bed which made for an excellent nights sleep"…"

Reviewed on 14 Sep 2020

Best Western Banbury House Hotel
Mercure Banbury Whately Hall
Great for families

Mercure Banbury Whately Hall

3 out of 5
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £44 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
3.8/5Good! (425 reviews)
Families like: extra beds/cots, laundry
Charing building needing a sensitive modernisation

"A sizeable hotel with lots of potential. Room decor is rather dated, particularly the miserable choice of artwork, but overall the rooms are a good size for the price paid. Walls are quite thin, and early risers can easily be heard."…"

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2020

Mercure Banbury Whately Hall
Cromwell Lodge Hotel by Greene King Inns

Cromwell Lodge Hotel by Greene King Inns

3 out of 5
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3.4/5Good! (197 reviews)

"Ok for a over night stay good location. Bar prices very good.Plenty of eating and drinking pubs near by."…"

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2019

Cromwell Lodge Hotel by Greene King Inns
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Where should we stay in Banbury?

The welcoming destination of Banbury is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with the children. The bowling, recreation options and rollerskating are just a few things that make this an attractive holiday destination for families. Arrange a flight into Oxford (OXF), which is located 15.9 mi (25.6 km) from the city centre. When you're thinking about where to stay in Banbury, you might want to consider one of the 13 family-friendly hotels and other types of accommodation here.

Families on holiday have positive things to say about these types of accommodation:

Mercure Banbury Whately Hall: Offers a restaurant, free parking and laundry facilities. Guests like the comfy beds and central location at this 3-star hotel.

The Sun Inn – Features a restaurant, free parking and free breakfast. The overall comfort and breakfast options make this 3-star inn popular with guests.

Dashwood Apartments – Features in-room kitchens, free parking and free WiFi. This 3-star apartment is popular with guests for its central location.

Best Western Banbury House Hotel – Offers a restaurant, free parking and free WiFi. This hotel is rated 3 stars.

When should we visit Banbury?

You're likely hoping for good weather for your family holiday. Use these tips to decide when to grab the children and head to Banbury.

  • Hottest months: July, August, June and September, with an average temperature of 21°F
  • Coldest months: February, January, December and March, with an average temperature of 1°F
  • Driest months: March, August, July and June, with an average rainfall of 2 inches
  • Rainiest months: April, September, October and November, with an average rainfall of 3 inches

What should we see and do in Banbury?

While you and your family are staying in Banbury, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Bicester Village, Motor Heritage Centre and Fairytale Farm. Make sure that you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area such as Warwick Castle, Blenheim Palace and Shakespeare Monument.

Banbury is also well-known for the:
  • Gardens
  • Bowling
  • Rollerskating
  • Recreation options
  • Golfing

Getting around Banbury

To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Banbury Station or Kings Sutton Station. Banbury might not have as many public transport options to choose from so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

Frequently asked questions

What's Banbury like for family-friendly holidays?
The welcoming destination of Banbury is a great choice if you’ve been considering a holiday with the children. The bowling, recreation options and roller skating are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Arrange a flight into London (LHR-Heathrow), which is located 55.7 mi (89.6 km) from the city centre.
What's the best hotel for a family holiday in Banbury?
Cromwell Lodge Hotel by Greene King Inns is a top 3-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features a restaurant and free parking. Other choices for your family trip include The Star Inn and The Pear Tree Inn.
How many family-friendly hotels should I expect to find in Banbury?
Expedia has 23 hotels in Banbury that are perfect for families.
What's the weather like in Banbury?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Banbury is 855 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Banbury?
While you and your family are staying in Banbury, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Spiceball Country Park, Cotswolds and Silverstone Circuit. Make sure that you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area such as Bicester Village, Blenheim Palace and Warwick Castle.
What's the best way for us to get around Banbury?
To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Banbury Station or Kings Sutton Station. Banbury may not have many public transport choices, so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

Banbury Hotel Reviews

    Red Lion Hotel Adderbury by Greene King Inns
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Very clean and tidy historical inn. Fabulous team put in a lot of effort to keep it running smoothly. Will definitely stay again.
    A verified traveller from London stayed at Red Lion Hotel Adderbury by Greene King Inns
    Posted 3 months ago
    Red Lion Hotel Adderbury by Greene King Inns
    The Studio Apartments
    Quiet and welcoming …
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Friendly warm welcome. Would highly recommend
    A verified traveller stayed at The Studio Apartments
    Posted 4 months ago
    The Studio Apartments
    Feldon Valley
    great stay…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Lovely and peaceful stay, all amenities were top class, TV in room would have been nice but great WiFi so used own tablet. All staff really friendly and couldn’t do enough for you. Definitely going to book to go back again once lockdown/Xmas is over.
    A verified traveller stayed at Feldon Valley
    Posted 5 months ago
    Feldon Valley
    Stunning 5 bed Barn on the Edge of Idyllic Village, Walking Distance to pub
    Great!…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Everything was wonderful, the house, the location, the communication with Caroline. She was a great host and we were all very happy
    A verified traveller stayed at Stunning 5 bed Barn on the Edge of Idyllic Village, Walking Distance to pub
    Posted 5 months ago
    Stunning 5 bed Barn on the Edge of Idyllic Village, Walking Distance to pub
    Castle at Edgehill
    Its a castle! …
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Amazing little hotel and restaurant. Great personal atmosphere and we were well looked after. We ate in the restaurant and the food was amazing and received great service. Amazing views across some beautiful countryside!
    A verified traveller stayed at Castle at Edgehill
    Posted 6 months ago
    Castle at Edgehill
    Exclusive private outdoor Hot Tub for your use only.
    Turpins Lodge Cottage…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    The property was very comfortable,with everything you could need for a lovely stay. We especially enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub every evening.
    A verified traveller stayed at Exclusive private outdoor Hot Tub for your use only.
    Posted 6 months ago
    Exclusive private outdoor Hot Tub for your use only.
    Honeysuckle Cottage is a Grade II Listed Thatched Cottage, in the Village of Sutton-under-brailes
    A Wonderful Short Break…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    A beautiful little cottage in a very quiet, peaceful location.
    A verified traveller stayed at Honeysuckle Cottage is a Grade II Listed Thatched Cottage, in the Village of Sutton-under-brailes
    Posted 6 months ago
    Honeysuckle Cottage is a Grade II Listed Thatched Cottage, in the Village of Sutton-under-brailes
    Best Western Banbury House Hotel
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Warm welcome, friendly staff and a very comfortable bed which made for an excellent nights sleep
    A verified traveller stayed at Best Western Banbury House Hotel
    Posted 6 months ago
    Best Western Banbury House Hotel
    Mercure Banbury Whately Hall
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Hotel was lovely. Yes a bit dated but its very old and adds to charm.
    A verified traveller stayed at Mercure Banbury Whately Hall
    Posted 6 months ago
    Mercure Banbury Whately Hall

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