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Whately Hall

3.0 star property
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Banbury

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Property grounds
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Cosy Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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17-19 Horse Fair, Banbury, England, OX16 0AN
  • Place, Banbury Cross
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Spiceball Country Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Spiceball Leisure Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Cosy Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cosy Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Main House Double room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Main House Double room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Main House Single Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Main House Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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. Spiceball Country Park and Spiceball Leisure Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Banbury Cross - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Spiceball Country Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Banbury Museum and Gallery - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Woodgreen Leisure Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Spiceball Leisure Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kosk - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Three Pigeons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde Reindeer - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Apothecary Tap - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Coach and Horses - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Whately Hall

3-star hotel perfect 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 3-star 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 hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. 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 self 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

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. 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 Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whately Hall on Jun 14, 2026 start from $87, 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 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.

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. 340 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 172 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 105 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1008 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enclosed car park (free), nice breakfast and quiet rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfy beds, lovely place, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MOHAMMAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, clean and personell very welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well ran hotel, clean, easy check in and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location to stay in Banbury - The hotel has real character including modern facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel - room was refurbished and very comfortable. We ate in the sports bar and the food was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable and clean. In middle of town, handy for restaurants. Staff were helpful as always.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location with local choice of eateries. Spotlessly clean, just creaky floorboards due to the age of the building.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent condition spotless very clean and suspiciously large with good size bathroom and the staffs were very friendly and helpful overall we enjoyed staying at this hotel and the rates were very reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was brilliant, food was excellent and room was clean, another great stay. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean room, friendly staff and great breakfast with gluten free and alternative non dairy milk options. Would definitely stay again if in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room immaculate, the staff exceptional, the car park accessible, rooms we had access to were clean and tidy. The furniture lovely with plenty of cushions, and food very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great breakfast was good definitely would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful, to all guests. observed some above and beyond by some staff members
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly satisfied with the room basic but clean and warm .staff were very friendly and polite .Location was really good for town and amenities.Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel, centrally located in Banbury. The hotel Inc reception, corridors and rooms were immaculate and fresh. Parking was readily available and free. We opted for the buffet breakfast option which was excellent value. All the staff were pleasant and helpful. I totally recommend this hotel
Exterior
Lovely lunch at a reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cleanliness throughout the hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff. Pleasant room. A lot of history Good dinner and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

YAN

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is spacious, staff are friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Daryl

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff members were great and the room was nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing hotel. Dan and all the team were so helpful and eager to make our stay perfect. Lounge area so relaxing. Room was lovely with comfy beds and a modern bathroom with a great shower. Cleanliness was excellent. Breakfast was tasty and plentiful. Brilliant bar. Didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

corina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top location and rare experience to stay into an old building like that
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant breakfast buffets , superb bar and food was excellent and had dart boards 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel with great atmosphere. It oozes history and looks particularly beautiful with the Christmas decorations.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025