Title: Macdonald Bear Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=5126&destination=Woodstock%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=24352&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Macdonald Bear Hotel A charming Oxfordshire retreat where historic elegance meets attentive service, creating a perfect base for exploring the picturesque Cotswolds ## Photo gallery for Macdonald Bear Hotel ![Front of property - Macdonald Bear Hotel (Woodstock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/1bacd32c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Macdonald Bear Hotel (Woodstock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/0fcaec57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Macdonald Bear Hotel (Woodstock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/42437914.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Serves lunch and dinner - Macdonald Bear Hotel (Woodstock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/2d071461.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Macdonald Bear Hotel (Woodstock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/06863b8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Macdonald Bear Hotel in Oxfordshire offers an upscale experience without pretension. Enjoy meals at The Restaurant, unwind on the peaceful terrace, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The staff consistently earns praise for their helpful, personalized service. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Parking available - Business services £121 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Apr 4 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Apr 5 - Apr 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 17 - Apr 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### Standard Double Room - Sleeps 2 ### Super Deluxe Double Room - Sleeps 2 ### Deluxe Suite - Sleeps 2 ### Standard King Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/0ce8ab14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double) 8.8 Excellent 25 reviews - 266 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite) ![Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/0fcaec57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite) 8.2 Very good 12 reviews - 322 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/c1d162e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King) 9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews - 226 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Four Poster) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/cdc6ede3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Four Poster) 7.6 Good 4 reviews - 279 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Woodstock travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Woodstock.dx5126) ![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%7C51.84755%2C-1.35649&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AHvMM1_1xUy2ZFEvBEanLQwaLHI=) Park Street, Woodstock, England, OX20 1SZ ### What's nearby - ![www.alamy.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6317913/067ebf6e-e201-4512-a72f-86c57d839f65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oxfordshire Museum 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Blenheim Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094177/26ba71fa-b836-47fe-bb98-16e97740f137.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Blenheim Palace 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![University of Oxford](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186736/08f38e11-1536-4576-b5d4-c97b82767dfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Oxford 16 min drive \- 8.4 miles - ![Silverstone Circuit](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144681/a4aad4db-a025-4103-b618-d4e9b44195bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Silverstone Circuit 41 min drive \- 36.1 miles - Marlborough Maze 7 min drive \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Tackley Station 10 min drive - Heathrow Airport (LHR) 67 min drive ### Restaurants - Oxfordshire Pantry 10 min walk - The White Horse 9 min drive - The Hand & Shears 8 min drive - Beefeater Oxford Kidlington 4 min drive - The Star Inn 1 min walk ## About this property ### Macdonald Bear Hotel Upscale hotel near Blenheim Palace Located close to Oxfordshire Museum, Macdonald Bear Hotel provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out - A water dispenser, wedding services and concierge services - A 24-hour front desk, a front desk safe and smoke-free property - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All 54 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and bathrobes, in addition to perks such as late-night room service and free WiFi. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - TVs with digital channels - Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23960000/23953800/23953784/db56b654.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kings Arms Hotel Woodstock - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar 9.0 Wonderful 415 reviews £85 includes taxes & fees 6 Apr - 7 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=23953784&PinnedHotelID=23953784&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2640000/2632100/2632097/a97c1cd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Duke of Marlborough Hotel Woodstock - 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Uncovered parking on site (GBP 5 per day) - Limited on-site self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 26 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - The Churchill Lounge ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby - Safe at front desk - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 1,938 square feet of conference space - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Assistive listening devices - No lift - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (90 centimetre high) - Wheelchair-width doorways (76 centimetre wide) ### More - 3 buildings - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1232 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools Guests checking in after 11 PM will need to ring the bell for check-in assistance upon arrival. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 26.00 per person - Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 5 per day - Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property 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 The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Bear Macdonald Macdonald Bear Macdonald Bear Hotel Macdonald Bear Hotel Woodstock Macdonald Bear Woodstock Bear Hotel Uk Woodstock Bear Hotel Woodstock Hotel Macdonald Bear Macdonald Bear Hotel Hotel Macdonald Bear Hotel Woodstock Macdonald Bear Hotel Hotel Woodstock ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Macdonald Bear Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Bear Hotel? ### How much is parking at Macdonald Bear Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Macdonald Bear Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Macdonald Bear Hotel? ### Where is Macdonald Bear Hotel located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Macdonald Bear Hotel Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 476 8 - Good 317 6 - Okay 129 4 - Poor 49 2 - Terrible 30 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin 29 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The breakfast was spot on & the location is the best we could have wished for. ##### Kevin Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philippa 1 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely stay. All the staff were great and the room very comfortable ##### Philippa Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hidetoshi 9 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The restaurant's food was delicious, and the experience of feeling its 800-year history was truly splendid. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6d0f3f58-f0e8-48ef-a79b-733fab32a8f0-1765296537598.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/da26b5bf-abd0-4648-bfdd-efe9d8cadf4c-1765296546252.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9a37c094-5e20-4527-bc5b-e9591b7d84f8-1765296545483.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/36a07a45-ad2b-49f3-b1b6-8eb1351b8e8c-1765296546087.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Hidetoshi Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Stephanie 13 Dec 2025 The room was very clean and the staff were friendly. It was nice and quiet even though we were in the centre of Woodstock ##### Stephanie Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew 13 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Very comfortable bed. Room was good but a little tired. Staff were very friendly and helpful. ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben 20 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent stay again. Lovely food in restaurant. Location for Blenheim palace is perfect. Service great on check in, but reception unmanned on check out so had to leave keys on desk which was a shame. Otherwise perfect ##### Ben Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neville 7 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The reception staff were very helpful and welcoming. ##### Neville Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### JOHN 3 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely stay, a warm and spacious room with very good amenities. Staff were courteous and helpful. Breakfast was average at best, plates were cold. Good parking plus the hotel was centrally placed in the town. ![Lovely bedroom ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5e7c29f0-fd6c-49c9-bfdc-d91119929eae-1764757171927.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### JOHN Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### David 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely historic hotel building and town. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Jirí 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice clean hotel in Woodstock. Dog friendly (water bawl and dog bed provided) ##### Jirí Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### SIMON 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We have enjoyed a wonderful stay at The Bear Hotel. We came to enjoy a private family sunday lunch which the hotel did admirably. The lunch was very generous with great selection of vegetables with the roast. The staff were great, serving 25 people promptly without fuss. We stayed overnight and our room facing the rear courtyard was quiet, spacious and clean. Overall we would recommend The Bear Hotel for a stay. ##### SIMON Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kully Singh 2 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Room was clean n spacious, staff were welcoming and friendly, food and drinks were delicious, good car parking space ##### Kully Singh Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great place really central and the room was lovely ##### Neil Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim 12 Jul 2025 Liked: Amenities Stunning 700year old hotel Quirky layout full of history and mystery Beautiful big bed, clean and spacious room ##### Tim Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gui-Qiang George 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This is a friendly hotel that makes you feel at home. Highly recommend! ##### Gui-Qiang George Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Diane 1 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Roo, though a little dated, was clean and comfortable . The male member of staff (sorry dont know his name)on the evening in bar, was attentive and kept us well lubricated into the early hours! Breakfast was average, coffee lukewarm, and personal preference didn't like the sausage and poached egg! Overall would stay again, prime location for the Palace and Woodstock ##### Diane Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Ruth 18 Oct 2025 Rubbish from previous guests in the bin in the room.,otherwise clean. Reception Staff friendly,but short of information about Oxford. ##### Ruth Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 29 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic location, friendly staff, lovely room. We spent one night here with our dog - who was very pleased to have been provided with his own bed! Everything was excellent - the room was wonderfully clean with nice additions (water in the fridge, coffee, slippers & gowns etc. ), fantastic location, just round the corner from Blenheim Palace and right in the centre of town. Lovely breakfast in the morning and the staff were all lovely, friendly and helpful. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas 23 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Charming room and very quiet as well as convenient for the town. ##### Nicholas Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Troy 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location. Clean, tidy and comfortable ##### Troy Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Impromptu trip away. Booked last minute. Hotel perfect location for exploring Oxfordshire and Cotswolds. Room was spacious and had everything needed for our stay. Staff friendly and very helpful ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ef919436-f151-46f9-8566-02929336d39f-1753879140789.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### frankie 10 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities I loved the set up of the rooms. In a great location, amazing price and right next to loads of shops so really handy. A few things that I would say needs to be looked at is the water pressure in the shower , it was really low. There was mould above the shower which just needed simply wiping down. Room was lovely and would 100% book and come back again! ##### frankie Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 15 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A hotel close to Blenheim Palace We have stayed here several times , it’s in the heart of Woodstock in a prime position to visit Blenheim Palace , lovely stay as always ##### Karen Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### STEVEN 14 Jul 2025 All staff very friendly and helpful Been several times before and will continue to visit when in the area ##### STEVEN Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very friendly staff and lovely hotel ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [The Skipton Hotel - Formerly Hotel Rendezvous](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skipton-Hotels-Hotel-Rendezvous.h41466.Hotel-Information) > - [OYO Shanklin Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shanklin-Hotels-OYO-Shanklin-Beach-Hotel.h7539838.Hotel-Information) > - [Brock Cottage private Hot Tub DOG/Cat FRIENDLY\* with on site fishing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pickering-Hotels-Spacious-Stone-Cottage-DOG-FRIENDLY.h36805890.Hotel-Information) > - [Crafted at Powdermills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Battle-Hotels-Powdermills-Country-House-Hotel.h195688.Hotel-Information) > - [Bear Lodge - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Bear-Lodge-Aspinall-Foundation.h40101484.Hotel-Information) > - [DoubleTree by Hilton London Elstree](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borehamwood-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-London-Elstree.h18549.Hotel-Information) > - [Chimney House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sandbach-Hotels-Chimney-House-Hotel.h527768.Hotel-Information) > - [Hampton by Hilton Canterbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Canterbury.h66541221.Hotel-Information) > - [Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Pinewood-Apinall-Foundation.h40101599.Hotel-Information) > - [Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-Exeter-Rougemont-Hotel-By-Sunday.h7784.Hotel-Information) > - [Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ipswich-Hotels-Mermaid.h31883430.Hotel-Information) > - [Wild Rose Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Appleby-In-Westmorland-Hotels-Wild-Rose-Caravan-Park.h24459296.Hotel-Information) > - [Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-The-Quays-Hotel-Sheffield.h46197620.Hotel-Information) > - [Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnley-Hotels-Crowwood-Hotel-Spa-Resort.h38222710.Hotel-Information) > - [Donnington Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sevenoaks-Hotels-Donnington-Manor-Hotel.h865829.Hotel-Information) > - [Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Lock-Keeper.h27479298.Hotel-Information) > - [Skegness The Royal Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Skegness.h23931999.Hotel-Information) > - [The Swan Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wells-Hotels-The-Swan-Hotel.h26791.Hotel-Information) > - [voco Leicester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Voco-Leicester.h76596043.Hotel-Information) > - [The Stables Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Stables-Whitby.h23322490.Hotel-Information) > - [Soar Mill Cove Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Soar-Mill-Cove-Hotel.h2042032.Hotel-Information) > - [The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clacton-On-Sea-Hotels-Smugglers-Cove-By-Marstons-Inns.h35853904.Hotel-Information) > - [Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadstairs-Hotels-Canterbury-Bell.h33103125.Hotel-Information) > - [Samsara Retreat and Yoga - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-Samsara-Retreat-And-Yoga.h41349775.Hotel-Information) > - [Seven Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southend-On-Sea-Hotels-Seven-Hotel.h19282555.Hotel-Information) > - [Yeoldon House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford-Hotels-Yeoldon-House.h2764122.Hotel-Information) > - [Wild Thyme & Honey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-Wild-Thyme-Honey.h9241983.Hotel-Information) > - [Cromer Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromer-Hotels-Cromer-Country-Club.h1927781.Hotel-Information) > - [Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Milton-Hotels-Chewton-Glen-Hotel-Spa.h528432.Hotel-Information) ---