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The Holt Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Rousham House and Gardens

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Terrace/patio
Superior Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Reception
Exterior
Food and drink

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Nr. Steeple Aston, Oxford Road, Oxfordshire, Bicester, England, OX25 5QQ
  • Rousham House and Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Blenheim Palace
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Bicester Village
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Oxford (OXF)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room / Quad Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room / Quad Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 412 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Steeple Aston

In Bicester .Stay at this Bicester hotel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Rousham House and Gardens and 6 miles (10 km) of Oxfordshire Museum. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Blenheim Palace and Bicester Golf and Country Club.

What's nearby

  • Rousham House and Gardens - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Oxfordshire Museum - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Blenheim Palace - 12 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Bicester Village - 15 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Fairytale Farm - 16 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bicester Heyford Station - 1 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soho Farmhouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Oxford Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Great Western Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cinnamon Stick - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Holt Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Rousham House and Gardens
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Holt Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Bicester hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Holt Hotel offers 87 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Digital television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, French, Greek, Hungarian, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 8.25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV 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.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night.

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 8.25 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

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 smoke detector
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, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Holt Bicester
Holt Hotel Bicester
The Holt Hotel Hotel
The Holt Hotel Bicester
The Holt Hotel Hotel Bicester

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Holt Hotel to the airport?

The Holt Hotel is 7.1 mi (9-min drive) away from the Oxford (OXF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Holt Hotel?

As of Jun 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Holt Hotel on Jun 30, 2025 start from $129.79, 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 The Holt Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Holt Hotel.

Does The Holt Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Holt Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 8.25 for children.

Is there a casino at The Holt Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Holt Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at The Holt Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Holt Hotel have a pool?

The Holt Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Holt Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Holt Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Holt Hotel to downtown Bicester?

The Holt Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Steeple Aston.

The Holt Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 669 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 669 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 669 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 669 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 669 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Roderick

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Pleasant stay

Would recommend. Electric car charging is advertised as free. It is in that you don’t pay hotel but charging pod does charge. No problem as I was surprised when it advertised it as free.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Good service, room cleaning very good. Food was excellent...
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Weekend trip

Excellent experience every aspect was a good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Dougie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The £10 voucher towards food etc was non existent on arrival… I were far too tired to argue about it. £23 for a breakfast is an utter joke unless it’s served by naked nuns
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at this hotel - exceptionally clean, breakfast was fab and very convenient location!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for a couple of nights having travelled down from the North West to go shopping at the nearby Bicester Village. Room was perfect, very clean and cosy. Had breakfast in the restaurant was great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Almost filthy.

The property is located off a main highway. It’s old and needs a serious deep clean. There was food in our wardrobe, the curtains were stained, backs of the doors had something (food?) on them, and there was mould growing on the windows. The reception team was very understanding and comped breakfast, which was appreciated, but sadly I cannot recommend a stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mr T

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

Good

Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nice stay

My girlfriend and I have stayed at the Holt Hotel a number of times before - we love the cosy ambience, friendly staff and very nice breakfast. The location is excellent being on the doorstep of several nice towns in the Costwolds, as well as Bicester Village and Blenheim Palace. This stay was no different (in a good way) in all of those respects. Nice to see the hotel now has an EV charger available to guests, though I daresay in the longer term there will be a need for more than just one. Given 4/5 stars because the restaurant was not open on Sun 29th Dec evening, and we were hoping to have dinner there - this is unfortunately not the first time this has happened, occurred on previous stays too. There should really be a message emailed in advance to inform the hotel guests should the restaurant be closed on nights they are planning to stay, and a note put on the website (which I checked earlier that day, there was nothing mentioned). Still, we will almost certainly be back :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. The family room we stayed in was huge !!! Nice little separate area for the kids to sleep in yet still in the same room so we didn’t have to worry about them at the same time as them having a little privacy. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were polite and helpful. Our room was clean, teas and coffees supplied and was bed comfortable. The hotel is situated in a convenient for Oxford and Blenheim Palace
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Gwyneth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

No restaurant service no forward knowledge given

We arrived Sunday afternoon dinner in the restaurant closed at 8pm so we went to the bar 7.20ish for a drink and meal only to be told the restaurant was shut due to it being a quiet evening this meant driving 7 miles to find somewhere to eat When I said we should have been informed of this when we checked in the receptionist advised she hadn’t known herself We went for breakfast cold scrambled eggs dried up bacon aand a coffee machine not working did not improve my mood On check out I asked to speak to a manager or in charge member of staff the receptionist enquired why and I explained the above. She then told me it was planned maintenance and there was a sign on reception . If I’d asked I would have been told this I now have been told 2 different reasons for the restaurant being closed If this was planned then I feel this information should have been emailed to me so we could have either brought cold snacks or more likely changed our booking I was left with the impression that it was our fault and we should have understood these things happen Felt really let down with the service we were given and how this matter was handled
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ray

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don't often review hotels on Expedia but I stayed here last week and it was lovely. The room (54) was perfect and the restaurant ambience and food and wine great. The breakfast was fab too
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Checked in after midnight and the guy was lovely. Nice spacious room too
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Talbot

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

One night stopover.

Excellent service, good food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent, all being friendly and efficient except for the one member of staff who greeted us when we arrived around 9.30pm. He was outside vaping I think, and was rather boorish and unhelpful. He was however, the only staff member like that so a poor initial impression was very much corrected the following day. The room was cold on arrival (our stay was late November) as they had not put the heating on in the room, but when mentioned to the receptionist when we left, she was clearly receptive to knowing and appeared tor make a note. Breakfast was excellent and we also had dinner one evening which was good. Would stay again if in that area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy Ann

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024