Title: Sturdy's Castle Country Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sturdy's Castle Country Inn Inn in Kidlington with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6120000/6116400/6116368/9a7bf5bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6120000/6116400/6116368/b5a2480a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6120000/6116400/6116368/19514c40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6120000/6116400/6116368/f6fec717.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6120000/6116400/6116368/ce0d3370.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Sturdy's Castle Country Inn offers a peaceful retreat with its lovely garden and coffee shop. Travelers can enjoy lunch or dinner at the restaurant, connect with WiFi from their rooms, and interact with the staff that previous visitors consistently praise for their helpfulness. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - - - - Bar - Housekeeping - Free WiFi £74 includes taxes & fees 3 Oct - 4 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 2 - Oct 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=6116368&PinnedHotelID=6116368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=6116368&PinnedHotelID=6116368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 3 - Oct 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=6116368&PinnedHotelID=6116368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=6116368&PinnedHotelID=6116368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=6116368&PinnedHotelID=6116368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=6116368&PinnedHotelID=6116368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=6116368&PinnedHotelID=6116368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=6116368&PinnedHotelID=6116368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6120000/6116400/6116368/b8904d15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination Bathrobes Private bathroom Free bottled water Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6120000/6116400/6116368/62b69c8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 9.0 Wonderful 27 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Free bottled water Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Standard Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6120000/6116400/6116368/e8f671dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room 8.8 Excellent 13 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Free bottled water Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels - 10 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKidlington-Hotels-Sturdys-Castle-Country-Inn.h6116368.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKidlington-Hotels-Sturdys-Castle-Country-Inn.h6116368.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Kidlington is home to Sturdy's Castle Country Inn. Bicester Golf and Country Club and Fairytale Farm are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Oxford Ice Rink and Exciting Game. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Court Place Farm Stadium or Iffley Road Track. [Visit our Kidlington travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kidlington.dx182555) [View more Inns in Kidlington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kidlington-Inns.d182555-aaInns.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.87014%2C-1.32870&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=amfF8yr6jc54DSQfCpQOwJcbTes=) Banbury Road, Tackley, Kidlington, England, OX5 3EP ### What's nearby - Oxfordshire Museum - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles - Blenheim Palace - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles - Rousham House and Gardens - 9 min drive - 6.2 miles - Bicester Village - 14 min drive - 10.9 miles - University of Oxford - 15 min drive - 10.3 miles ### Getting around - Tackley Station - 5 min drive - Oxford (OXF) - 5 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Oxfordshire Pantry - ‬6 min drive - ‪Sturdy's Castle - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Pleasure Garden Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Beefeater Oxford Kidlington - ‬5 min drive - ‪Highwayman Hotel - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Sturdy's Castle Country Inn Inn near Blenheim Palace Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Sturdy's Castle Country Inn. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a bar and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) and 1 meeting room - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Sturdy's Castle Country Inn feature comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 282 reviews £160 includes taxes & fees 3 Oct - 4 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=3045714&PinnedHotelID=3045714&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 10 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Built in 2003 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: GBP 15.00 Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00 ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property from January to December; the rest of the year they are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.00 per person - Early check-in fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted from January to December ### Property is also known as Sturdy's Castle Country Sturdy's Castle Country Inn Kidlington Sturdy's Castle Country Kidlington Sturdy's Inn Kidlington Sturdy's Castle Country Inn Inn Sturdy's Castle Country Inn Kidlington Sturdy's Castle Country Inn Inn Kidlington ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sturdy's Castle Country Inn pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Sturdy's Castle Country Inn? > As of 2 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sturdy's Castle Country Inn on 3 Oct 2025 start from £74.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kidlington-Hotels-Sturdys-Castle-Country-Inn.h6116368.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Sturdy's Castle Country Inn? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sturdy's Castle Country Inn? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 15.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Sturdy's Castle Country Inn? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 15.00 (subject to availability). ### Where is Sturdy's Castle Country Inn located? > Situated in Kidlington, this inn is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Oxfordshire Museum and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Blenheim Palace. River Cherwell and Oxford Bus Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? 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