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Whately Hall

3.0 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Banbury

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

Explore the area

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17-19 Horse Fair, Banbury, England, OX16 0AN
  • Place, Spiceball Country Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Broughton Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Farnborough Hall
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, 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
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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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Classic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Classic Twin Room

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

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

Deluxe Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 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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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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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Banbury

Heart of Banbury.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Banbury Cross and within a 10-minute walk of Banbury Museum and Gallery. Also, Spiceball Country Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Broughton Castle is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Spiceball Country Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Broughton Castle - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Farnborough Hall - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Upton House - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Hook Norton Brewery - 20 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Banbury Station - 12 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Exchange - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pinto Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde Reindeer - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Apothecary Tap - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Whately Hall

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Banbury
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Whately Hall. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Banbury hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1632
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 31 2025 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 28 to December 27:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Property Registration Number 14740890

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Whately Hall to the airport?

Whately Hall is 17.3 mi (31-min drive) away from the Oxford (OXF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whately Hall?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whately Hall on Nov 3, 2025 start from $77.49, excluding 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 for more accurate prices.

Does Whately Hall have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Whately Hall.

Does Whately Hall offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Whately Hall, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Whately Hall?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Whately Hall?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Whately Hall?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Whately Hall have a pool?

Whately Hall does not have a pool.

Does Whately Hall have a restaurant?

Whately Hall is home to Berkeley, which features international cuisine and light fare. The dining venue will be unavailable from December 31 2025 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change). The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from November 28 to December 27.

Does Whately Hall have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Whately Hall to downtown Banbury?

Whately Hall is 0.2 mi away from Banbury.

Whately Hall Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 315 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1000 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Terence

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

The Tired Whately

Parking to the rear of the hotel is very helpful for access, staff friendly, check in a breeze. Good facilities, breakfast very good, main accommodation at rear was very tired on the point of requiring an overhaul. With the building being old there is no air-conditioning requiring windows to be open unfortunately meaning a noisy night and smokers!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room had plumbing problems but receptionist found us another very quickly and helped move our bags
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Hall is very old and needs a lot of reparation more so it seems in the modern building wing where the rooms were shabby and not clean. We asked for another room and staff were very helpfl and found one that was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tom

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms were at the back of the property over the car park. This meant it was probably quieter than the front of the building. Building in general is probably a bit tired, but the rooms at the back were nicely presented and recently refurbished. Very limited ventilation though with the window only opening by a crack meant it got very hot in the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laurence

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Divya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Moira

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked our refurbished room however I went with a group of 3 others and one couple had an unfinished room which was a vast difference compared to our room which was a disappointment. When booking the hotel it had a beautiful frontage which is where I thought we'd be staying. This was very decieving as we were actually staying in a part of the building at the back which was a 1960's add on. Having said that the refurbished room was a pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well worth a visit

Really lovely location and the hotel was fantastic. Huge rooms for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a beautiful hotel, have stayed a few times as is so comfortable. Breakfast is freshly cooked and a great start to the day!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leah

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wedding stay

This was a wonderful stay for family whilst attending a family wedding, it was nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
After our 1st room a suite smelt like smoke and no toilet paper in the moved us & we were in the main part of hotel which was fantastic, breakfast was amazing as well but I’d only stay there again if u was in main part of the hotel as the extension bit wasn’t very nice at all,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

melissa

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist during the day did not respond to a request I made and on checking out the receptionist just took the key and showed complete ignorance. I understand that the hotel is under renovations but the price l paid for a disgustingly dirty room is unacceptable. I was not offered any apology! Such a shame as the building is of historic importance and it’s in the center of Banbury, but the staff need professional training.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Matt

I have now stayed a few times and Moriano the manager has been exceptional. Very friendly and a complete gentleman. It is now my preferential stay location in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was very clean. Some refurbishment going on but not invasive. Enjoyed the evening meal in the restaurant too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This main hotel building is stunning, however the majority of the rooms are at the back in a more modern section. The room we had was great in that it was newly decorated and had a separate lounge space. The only downside is how hot it was, despite having a fan, as you couldn’t open the windows very wide due to being on the 4th floor. It’s a quirky place, but suited us perfectly for being in the centre of Banbury in walking distance of the centre. The staff were also friendly, and we were grateful they had night staff to let us in gone midnight!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with family

Traditional hotel in need of complete overhaul

Impressive facade. However when walking to the room the period character diminished due to stains in carpets and poor decorative order. The room itself was pleasant and clean. However the room could do with air conditioning as unpleasantly hot after a very warm period of weather. In terms of the breakfast the choice of food was limited. Would have expected to see scrambled egg and orange juice which were not available. The coffee pot was empty. However this was brought out straight away once we notified the server. Most traditional English breakfast items were available but continental breakfast items were limited. On check out no staff on reception but box was available to deposit key! Overall this is only just a 3 star based on appearances and our previous options of 4 and 5 star hotels. Parking was cramped at the rear with our suv! Access to car park was also tight. Overall not the best experience!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice night and good location

Great staff and location. Nice overnight stay. Double bed was 2 singles joined and in need of replacing. My big gripe however isn't that though, its something that can be easily rectified. The coffee at breakfast was awful. Really bad. You remember things like that and it does make a difference.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025