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Whately Hall

3.0 star property

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Lunch and dinner served, international cuisine
Indoor wedding
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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Laundry
$91
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1

Explore the area

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17-19 Horse Fair, Banbury, England, OX16 0AN
  • Spiceball Country Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Broughton Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Farnborough Hall
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Oxford (OXF)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Classic Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Comfort Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Single Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Whately Hall

Banbury hotel with restaurant
This hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
Whately Hall offers 69 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This business-friendly hotel also offers a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Whately Hall has designated areas for smoking.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Berkeley - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare.
SWIFT - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Horton Bar - This bar serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Berkeley
  • Horton Bar
  • SWIFT

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1632
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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

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
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 14740890

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Whately Hall Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 1016 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room. Great gardens
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great hotel

The most stunning building. Rooms are a bit tired as are the halls etc, but it was very clean. Very efficient and friendly check in. The food in the bar was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ben

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Very pleased with room and stay. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff are very helpful.and friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayshree

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

neil, NORMANTON

Breakfast wad great. Building front is impressive. Bathroom wa
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

campbell

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

nicholas

…
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique heritage property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Full of character and charm, good value for a large comfy room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second stay in this Hotel and room allocated was nicely modernised and appealing. Nice relaxed chill in the bar with some ViP guests and also Top Gear India BBC filming with an Aston Martin in the morning what could be better, would stay again in same room quality.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan, Newcastle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel with loads of character in a very pretty town excellent location rooms are old but very well maintained and appointed the gardens are beautiful. Parking plentiful BUT access is very tight for large vehicles. Really nice breakfast. I believe the hotel is currently under refurbishment one this has been completed would rate higher.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Agnete

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid it at all cost.

I checked in the hotel for a 2 night stay after a very long day at work. I ended up staying the first night, as i had no other choice. I was too tired to leave, and i was 2h away from home. The room was disgusting. Does not match the company website at all. It smelt awful - stale, mouldy smell. The bathroom was filthy and the toilet did not flush. Avoid at all cost. I did speak to the receptionist, who was a very nice lady, who understood my complaint and apologised. I informed her that I rather travel 2h home and back again the next morning, then stay there another night. Management - sort it out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

andy

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorna Elizabeth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Service could be improved

The hotel is a little dated and clearly needs more work doing. I waited a long time for someone to come to the reception desk for check in and felt the service could have been a lot better.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Preeti

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Dhruti

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great 2 night stay attended a wedding in Hook Norton 12 noon so needed to be there at 11.30 after nice breakfast at hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025