The Bell at Hampton Poyle
$138
/ night
Avg. for October
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$138
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Bell at Hampton Poyle average $106 in April, the cheapest month, and $146 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $110 |
| February | $109 |
| March | $109 |
| April | $106 |
| May | $128 |
| June | $134 |
| July | $140 |
| August | $146 |
| September | $145 |
| October | $138 |
| November | $129 |
| December | $126 |
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About this property
Luxury inn with excellent in-house restaurant and concierge services in Hampton Poyle, near River Cherwell.
Location
Kidlington is home to The Bell at Hampton Poyle. Oxfordshire Museum and Ashmolean Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bicester Golf and Country Club and Southfield Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Iffley Road Track or Oxford Greyhound Stadium.
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Banquet Facilities
Concierge Services
Room options
4
Standard Double Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
129 ft²
Private BathroomTV
3
King Room
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
Private BathroomTV
4
Deluxe Double Room
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
172 ft²
Private BathroomTV
Guest reviews of The Bell at Hampton Poyle
9.1
Superb
Based on 90 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
39%
Couple
60%
What guests think
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The Bell at Hampton Poyle is praised for friendly staff, comfortable character rooms, and a handy location for Oxford, Blenheim Palace, and countryside exploring, with many guests enjoying good breakfasts and pub meals in a relaxed village setting.
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What guests think
The Bell at Hampton Poyle is praised for friendly staff, comfortable character rooms, and a handy location for Oxford, Blenheim Palace, and countryside exploring, with many guests enjoying good breakfasts and pub meals in a relaxed village setting.
However, several reviews mention slow or understaffed restaurant service and occasional menu shortages or early bar closure. A number of stays also reported practical issues such as unreliable hot water or heating, dim lighting, or rooms with only baths and low ceilings typical of the period building. Expect a friendly country inn stay with character, good food, and some quirks.
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Facilities
On-site parking is generally convenient, though it can be tight when the restaurant is busy. Several guests noted practical issues like unreliable hot water or heating and low lighting in some areas.
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Colin
Oct 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Only issue is room was cold no heating atall which was required told reception and was told nothing wrong with boiler but didn't tell us . Overall nice food but still waiting for some sort of response from manager. Its not to much to expect heating in room
Only issue is room was cold no heating atall which was required told reception and was told nothing wrong with boiler but didn't tell us . Overall nice food but still waiting for some sort of response from manager. Its not to much to expect heating in room
10
Sandra
Feb 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room and food, with convenient parking at the property
Lovely room and food, with convenient parking at the property
10
Philip
Jun 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and efficient staff. Good food. Clean and welcoming pub. No hot water for late shower as the system was in need of repair and regular boosting was required.
Very friendly and efficient staff. Good food. Clean and welcoming pub. No hot water for late shower as the system was in need of repair and regular boosting was required.
4
david
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I've stayed here before and always enjoyed it, this time I noticed how quiet they were, but no comments when I checked in. Got to my room which seemed clean and tidy but the TV didn't work properly and the remote didn't work, gave up with it. The toilet seat was detached from the toilet and there was no hot water. On check out I complained and was told that they had been closed because the business had been sold, they had only been open again for 2 days, no apology or offer of a partial refund, it was though it was my fault, very strange attitude. Hope it will get better in time, it was a nice place to stay.
I've stayed here before and always enjoyed it, this time I noticed how quiet they were, but no comments when I checked in. Got to my room which seemed clean and tidy but the TV didn't work properly and the remote didn't work, gave up with it. The toilet seat was detached from the toilet and there was no hot water. On check out I complained and was told that they had been closed because the business had been sold, they had only been open again for 2 days, no apology or offer of a partial refund, it was though it was my fault, very strange attitude. Hope it will get better in time, it was a nice place to stay.
2
kevin
Sep 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
No cream ,no crusted bread as on menu, broken heater,NOT A KING BED,we paid for,but the hostess swore it was, Please obtain proper measurements, shelf in bathroom loose had to take it off wall to be safe,cobwebs-have pictures if you want them,hair in bathtub and sink,no outside lighting after dark, VERY noisey floors/ceiling can hear the upstair urinating,worn carpet,tiny TV
No cream ,no crusted bread as on menu, broken heater,NOT A KING BED,we paid for,but the hostess swore it was, Please obtain proper measurements, shelf in bathroom loose had to take it off wall to be safe,cobwebs-have pictures if you want them,hair in bathtub and sink,no outside lighting after dark, VERY noisey floors/ceiling can hear the upstair urinating,worn carpet,tiny TV
10
Jacqueline
Jul 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent, parking was difficult when arrived as a popular eating venue, so had a move car later
Excellent, parking was difficult when arrived as a popular eating venue, so had a move car later
8
katie
Jun 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The bedroom was lovely, very clean with nice big powerful shower. The bed was really comfy with all amenities. The only negative would be that the room was really dark, no ceiling lights, 3 lamps but two had big shades on that pushed the light down. I stayed for work and it was hard to see my laptop, but even getting ready in the morning the light was poor. Other than that excellent stay and would stay again
The bedroom was lovely, very clean with nice big powerful shower. The bed was really comfy with all amenities. The only negative would be that the room was really dark, no ceiling lights, 3 lamps but two had big shades on that pushed the light down. I stayed for work and it was hard to see my laptop, but even getting ready in the morning the light was poor. Other than that excellent stay and would stay again
6
Shirley
Dec 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very pleased with accommodation, could have done with a better radiator, not very warm.
Very pleased with accommodation, could have done with a better radiator, not very warm.
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Tad
Jul 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First of all, let me say that the staff are AMAZING. This is not at all a review of the service. But the facility is ATROCIOUS. Our room had pubic hair on the floor of the bathroom, no hot water unless you ran it for 5 min, the tub wouldn't drain, the ceiling in room 6 was sp low, we hit out head, and there was no AC. Again, great staff but don't ever book a room here.
First of all, let me say that the staff are AMAZING. This is not at all a review of the service. But the facility is ATROCIOUS. Our room had pubic hair on the floor of the bathroom, no hot water unless you ran it for 5 min, the tub wouldn't drain, the ceiling in room 6 was sp low, we hit out head, and there was no AC. Again, great staff but don't ever book a room here.
8
Caroline
Jun 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely property with good parking, well designed and decor was pleasant. Room was spacious and clean. Food was excellent. Young staff were polite and tried to be helpful but really need some more training in finer etiquette but not their fault. No finger bowls for shelled prawns, Rose wine not chilled enough and was poured into glasses before the bottle and glasses were brought to the table. However the food was excellent although you might struggle if you had gluten dietary issues.
Lovely property with good parking, well designed and decor was pleasant. Room was spacious and clean. Food was excellent. Young staff were polite and tried to be helpful but really need some more training in finer etiquette but not their fault. No finger bowls for shelled prawns, Rose wine not chilled enough and was poured into glasses before the bottle and glasses were brought to the table. However the food was excellent although you might struggle if you had gluten dietary issues.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and bathrooms are generally clean and well presented. A few guests reported lapses such as hairs, cobwebs, limescale, or musty odors.
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Julie
Apr 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A friendly atmosphere on arrival. Booked in and offered evening table booking and choice of breakfast timings, 0700-1000. Good menu choices, including vegetarian. Lovely full English breakfast. Louis was great. Room was very nice apart from a musty smell that was attributed to bed cushions - once removed all was well with open windows to air the room. All in all, a good stay and would use again.
A friendly atmosphere on arrival. Booked in and offered evening table booking and choice of breakfast timings, 0700-1000. Good menu choices, including vegetarian. Lovely full English breakfast. Louis was great. Room was very nice apart from a musty smell that was attributed to bed cushions - once removed all was well with open windows to air the room. All in all, a good stay and would use again.
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Brad
Jul 2, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Clean, modern rooms in an old building. Friendly staff
Clean, modern rooms in an old building. Friendly staff
10
Jackie
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Only stayed for one night as we were going to a gig at Blenheim Palace. But would definitely stay there again as the staff were lovely and the bedroom was spotless and had all mod cons. Had the full English breakfast which was delicious.
Only stayed for one night as we were going to a gig at Blenheim Palace. But would definitely stay there again as the staff were lovely and the bedroom was spotless and had all mod cons. Had the full English breakfast which was delicious.
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kevin
Sep 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
No cream ,no crusted bread as on menu, broken heater,NOT A KING BED,we paid for,but the hostess swore it was, Please obtain proper measurements, shelf in bathroom loose had to take it off wall to be safe,cobwebs-have pictures if you want them,hair in bathtub and sink,no outside lighting after dark, VERY noisey floors/ceiling can hear the upstair urinating,worn carpet,tiny TV
No cream ,no crusted bread as on menu, broken heater,NOT A KING BED,we paid for,but the hostess swore it was, Please obtain proper measurements, shelf in bathroom loose had to take it off wall to be safe,cobwebs-have pictures if you want them,hair in bathtub and sink,no outside lighting after dark, VERY noisey floors/ceiling can hear the upstair urinating,worn carpet,tiny TV
10
Kevin
Jul 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent stay. Room was great,comfy bed, bathroom was large with lovely deep roll top bath. Easy check in, friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was superb with great choice of hot or cold, plenty of fresh juice and lovely coffee!
Excellent stay. Room was great,comfy bed, bathroom was large with lovely deep roll top bath. Easy check in, friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was superb with great choice of hot or cold, plenty of fresh juice and lovely coffee!
10
Christopher
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room clean and well appointed.
Room clean and well appointed.
10
John
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent food, cleanliness of room and bathroom room were excellent and all the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Excellent food, cleanliness of room and bathroom room were excellent and all the staff were very friendly and helpful.
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Tad
Jul 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First of all, let me say that the staff are AMAZING. This is not at all a review of the service. But the facility is ATROCIOUS. Our room had pubic hair on the floor of the bathroom, no hot water unless you ran it for 5 min, the tub wouldn't drain, the ceiling in room 6 was sp low, we hit out head, and there was no AC. Again, great staff but don't ever book a room here.
First of all, let me say that the staff are AMAZING. This is not at all a review of the service. But the facility is ATROCIOUS. Our room had pubic hair on the floor of the bathroom, no hot water unless you ran it for 5 min, the tub wouldn't drain, the ceiling in room 6 was sp low, we hit out head, and there was no AC. Again, great staff but don't ever book a room here.
8
Adair
Jun 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable, clean, decent sized 'boutique' room with en-suite. Very comfortable bed and pillows. Staff were exceptionally polite and helpful, even at busy times. Would stay here again.
Comfortable, clean, decent sized 'boutique' room with en-suite. Very comfortable bed and pillows. Staff were exceptionally polite and helpful, even at busy times. Would stay here again.
10
Alex
Jun 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Was booked last minute due to work commitments but was fantastic, very nice little coubtry pub with rooms, stayed in room 1 which was extremely spacious and comfortable, food in the bar wasnt the best in terms of value for money but was cooked well. My one gripe would be the shower head in my room was absolutely caked with limescale in what is a soft water area so hasnt had much attention for some time however Honor who was working when I arrived was fantastic and a real asset to the business
Was booked last minute due to work commitments but was fantastic, very nice little coubtry pub with rooms, stayed in room 1 which was extremely spacious and comfortable, food in the bar wasnt the best in terms of value for money but was cooked well. My one gripe would be the shower head in my room was absolutely caked with limescale in what is a soft water area so hasnt had much attention for some time however Honor who was working when I arrived was fantastic and a real asset to the business
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and often spacious, with character decor in a period building. Some have only baths and very low ceilings, and a few guests noted dim lighting, noise near the kitchen, or awkward access.
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BARRIE
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was enjoyable but access to the upstairs cottage room was not easy but once there the room was nicely furnished. The bathroom did not have a shower or shower attachment on the bath. The lampshade on the standard lamp had fallen of its mounting. The worst aspect was that outside the cottage wisteria had been allowed to grow accros the room window so that the was virtually no natural light.
Our stay was enjoyable but access to the upstairs cottage room was not easy but once there the room was nicely furnished. The bathroom did not have a shower or shower attachment on the bath. The lampshade on the standard lamp had fallen of its mounting. The worst aspect was that outside the cottage wisteria had been allowed to grow accros the room window so that the was virtually no natural light.
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Chris
May 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I didn't expect there to be no shower, there was only a free standing bath with shower extension
I didn't expect there to be no shower, there was only a free standing bath with shower extension
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Timothy
Sep 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely country pub. The room was nice, but the very low ceilings were always a concern. The food was solid pub fare. Having No bitter was an unexpected disappointment in a pub in that location though. Plus the bath in the room was lovely, but would not have suited less able types and there was no shower.
Lovely country pub. The room was nice, but the very low ceilings were always a concern. The food was solid pub fare. Having No bitter was an unexpected disappointment in a pub in that location though. Plus the bath in the room was lovely, but would not have suited less able types and there was no shower.
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Fergus
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
spacious, comfortable and well equipped accomodation.
spacious, comfortable and well equipped accomodation.
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katie
Jun 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The bedroom was lovely, very clean with nice big powerful shower. The bed was really comfy with all amenities. The only negative would be that the room was really dark, no ceiling lights, 3 lamps but two had big shades on that pushed the light down. I stayed for work and it was hard to see my laptop, but even getting ready in the morning the light was poor. Other than that excellent stay and would stay again
The bedroom was lovely, very clean with nice big powerful shower. The bed was really comfy with all amenities. The only negative would be that the room was really dark, no ceiling lights, 3 lamps but two had big shades on that pushed the light down. I stayed for work and it was hard to see my laptop, but even getting ready in the morning the light was poor. Other than that excellent stay and would stay again
8
Frances
Jun 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Pleasant room with a good shower, in a nice spot. Decent breakfast, served by a lovely lady. Only downside was a constant whirring sound in our room (No9), which seemed to come from an appliance (sounded like an extractor/ventilator) located between shower room & bedroom.
Pleasant room with a good shower, in a nice spot. Decent breakfast, served by a lovely lady. Only downside was a constant whirring sound in our room (No9), which seemed to come from an appliance (sounded like an extractor/ventilator) located between shower room & bedroom.
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Caroline
Jun 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely property with good parking, well designed and decor was pleasant. Room was spacious and clean. Food was excellent. Young staff were polite and tried to be helpful but really need some more training in finer etiquette but not their fault. No finger bowls for shelled prawns, Rose wine not chilled enough and was poured into glasses before the bottle and glasses were brought to the table. However the food was excellent although you might struggle if you had gluten dietary issues.
Lovely property with good parking, well designed and decor was pleasant. Room was spacious and clean. Food was excellent. Young staff were polite and tried to be helpful but really need some more training in finer etiquette but not their fault. No finger bowls for shelled prawns, Rose wine not chilled enough and was poured into glasses before the bottle and glasses were brought to the table. However the food was excellent although you might struggle if you had gluten dietary issues.
10
Janice
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous room in the main building. Very nice helpful staff, nothing was too much trouble, if I was able to get room 1 again I would book it in a heartbeat!
Gorgeous room in the main building. Very nice helpful staff, nothing was too much trouble, if I was able to get room 1 again I would book it in a heartbeat!
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R
Aug 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel but ceilings too low for me being 6 ft 5
Lovely hotel but ceilings too low for me being 6 ft 5
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Sue
Jul 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was lovely. The staff are so friendly and helpful. The atmosphere and decor of the hotel was relaxed and interesting. We enjoyed watching the food being prepared and the funny banter going between chef and staff. The quality of the food and wine was of a high standard . We would have liked to stay another night if we could. Only disappointment was that the bedside lights didn’t work and the bedroom above the kitchen area is noisy. But we still loved it.
Our stay was lovely. The staff are so friendly and helpful. The atmosphere and decor of the hotel was relaxed and interesting. We enjoyed watching the food being prepared and the funny banter going between chef and staff. The quality of the food and wine was of a high standard . We would have liked to stay another night if we could. Only disappointment was that the bedside lights didn’t work and the bedroom above the kitchen area is noisy. But we still loved it.
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Service
Service is frequently described as friendly, welcoming and helpful. Several reviews also report slow or understaffed restaurant and breakfast service, inconsistent professionalism, and occasional disruption around ownership changes or cancellations.
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Louise
Dec 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We enjoyed our two night stay! Breakfast was very nice with good variety. The room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Great location for travelling into Oxford, visiting the farmers dog and exploring villages in the Cotswolds.
We enjoyed our two night stay! Breakfast was very nice with good variety. The room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Great location for travelling into Oxford, visiting the farmers dog and exploring villages in the Cotswolds.
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Oliver
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It's a lovely pub and the room was nice and spacious with a very comfy bed. It took a while to get checked in, i think they are really understaffed at the moment. There was no coffee or milk in our room so we had to go down and get that sorted. The full English breakfast was disappointing, the bacon and eggs were really over cooked. For the price, i would have hoped for better service. Maybe it was just a bad day for them.
It's a lovely pub and the room was nice and spacious with a very comfy bed. It took a while to get checked in, i think they are really understaffed at the moment. There was no coffee or milk in our room so we had to go down and get that sorted. The full English breakfast was disappointing, the bacon and eggs were really over cooked. For the price, i would have hoped for better service. Maybe it was just a bad day for them.
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Janice
Jul 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel, lovely room. The food was nice but the service was unacceptable slow even for a simple desert. We waited almost forty minutes for a cooked breakfast.
Nice hotel, lovely room. The food was nice but the service was unacceptable slow even for a simple desert. We waited almost forty minutes for a cooked breakfast.
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Robert J
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
They cancelled my booking as they had changed ownership but I got no refund they had told me to cancel but it was a non refund booking I suspect that has resulted in no refund I expect a FULL refund
They cancelled my booking as they had changed ownership but I got no refund they had told me to cancel but it was a non refund booking I suspect that has resulted in no refund I expect a FULL refund
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Stephen
Oct 16, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A lovely weekend in a superb location. The food was excellent and everyone was so helpful
A lovely weekend in a superb location. The food was excellent and everyone was so helpful
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Royston
Dec 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place Great value The staff were friendly and very helpful Food was good and affordable Breakfast was included. It was good Easy to get to We will be going back
Great place Great value The staff were friendly and very helpful Food was good and affordable Breakfast was included. It was good Easy to get to We will be going back
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wayne
Oct 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
As previously responded, we cannot review this hotel because when we arrived after receiving confirmation of our booking and payment the hotel was closed so we had to find last minute accommodation elsewhere.
As previously responded, we cannot review this hotel because when we arrived after receiving confirmation of our booking and payment the hotel was closed so we had to find last minute accommodation elsewhere.
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Emma
Jun 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Qe had a lovely stay right through from check in to check out , there was really pleasant young lady who checked us in ,her hospitality was fantastic. Lovrly stay ,lovely food and lovelh staff
Qe had a lovely stay right through from check in to check out , there was really pleasant young lady who checked us in ,her hospitality was fantastic. Lovrly stay ,lovely food and lovelh staff
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Mary-Louise
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sadly lack of restaurant staff training brought the review down. Service was slow, repeatedly asked for things, too many things were not available on the menu, lack of knowledge about the dishes, mistakes were made with orders. Otherwise it's great. The rooms are good, the beer/wine good, the food that did get served was good, the staff were friendly. Would have been 5* were it not for the restaurant service.
Sadly lack of restaurant staff training brought the review down. Service was slow, repeatedly asked for things, too many things were not available on the menu, lack of knowledge about the dishes, mistakes were made with orders. Otherwise it's great. The rooms are good, the beer/wine good, the food that did get served was good, the staff were friendly. Would have been 5* were it not for the restaurant service.
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Simeon
May 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent and cosy place to stay and to eat. Just a short journey from Oxford, and in the middle of lovely countryside. The Bell has a lovely country atmosphere with a stylish bar and restaurant. Service and food is excellent. Bedrooms are comfortable and have everything you could need at a reasonable price. Special mention for Toby, who works at the speed of light to ensure your evening meal is wonderful. A definate must visit for anyone in the Oxford area.
Excellent and cosy place to stay and to eat. Just a short journey from Oxford, and in the middle of lovely countryside. The Bell has a lovely country atmosphere with a stylish bar and restaurant. Service and food is excellent. Bedrooms are comfortable and have everything you could need at a reasonable price. Special mention for Toby, who works at the speed of light to ensure your evening meal is wonderful. A definate must visit for anyone in the Oxford area.
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Location
Quiet village base convenient for Oxford and Blenheim Palace, with countryside walks nearby. Bus stops outside and easy road access help with getting around.
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Sam
Sep 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel and in a very quiet village. Easy to get in and out of oxford as the bus stop is right outside! Food was great and the staff were all very friendly. Have stayed before and will stay again!
Lovely hotel and in a very quiet village. Easy to get in and out of oxford as the bus stop is right outside! Food was great and the staff were all very friendly. Have stayed before and will stay again!
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Steve
Jun 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Booked due to proximity to Blenheim Palace, only about 15 mins away by car/taxi. Great rustic pub offering very comfortable & clean rooms. We booked one of three luxury double rooms, where we got the only one with a shower - the other 2 have baths only. Pretty spacious given it's a converted cottage with queen size bed. Quiet location but easy to find. If attending an event at Blenheim, then would certainly recommend. We ate in the pub - food was decent, nice friendly staff.
Booked due to proximity to Blenheim Palace, only about 15 mins away by car/taxi. Great rustic pub offering very comfortable & clean rooms. We booked one of three luxury double rooms, where we got the only one with a shower - the other 2 have baths only. Pretty spacious given it's a converted cottage with queen size bed. Quiet location but easy to find. If attending an event at Blenheim, then would certainly recommend. We ate in the pub - food was decent, nice friendly staff.
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Louise
Dec 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We enjoyed our two night stay! Breakfast was very nice with good variety. The room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Great location for travelling into Oxford, visiting the farmers dog and exploring villages in the Cotswolds.
We enjoyed our two night stay! Breakfast was very nice with good variety. The room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Great location for travelling into Oxford, visiting the farmers dog and exploring villages in the Cotswolds.
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Carlos
Apr 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
An excellent place, nice rooms and super friendly staff. The food at the restaurant was great too. The only limitation we found is that it is quite secluded and a half an hour drive away from Downtown Oxford.
An excellent place, nice rooms and super friendly staff. The food at the restaurant was great too. The only limitation we found is that it is quite secluded and a half an hour drive away from Downtown Oxford.
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Kay
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A comfortable stay with good service. Well maintained, good decor and very comfortable bed. Didn’t eat there in the evening but breakfast OK. Quiet village and convenient for visiting Oxford with bus stops outside the door.
A comfortable stay with good service. Well maintained, good decor and very comfortable bed. Didn’t eat there in the evening but breakfast OK. Quiet village and convenient for visiting Oxford with bus stops outside the door.
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Jan
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed for one night here to visit Blenheim palace as it was so close, we were warmly welcomed on arrival and showed to our room which was lovely and cosy and comfortable. It was a Saturday evening and we hadn’t booked a table for food but they kindly squeezed us in even though they were very busy, the food was very good as was the breakfast the next morning, there was a continental breakfast laid out and we had the choice of full English or different types of eggs, we chose to have omelettes which were delicious. All in all it was a great place to stay and I’d highly recommend it.
We stayed for one night here to visit Blenheim palace as it was so close, we were warmly welcomed on arrival and showed to our room which was lovely and cosy and comfortable. It was a Saturday evening and we hadn’t booked a table for food but they kindly squeezed us in even though they were very busy, the food was very good as was the breakfast the next morning, there was a continental breakfast laid out and we had the choice of full English or different types of eggs, we chose to have omelettes which were delicious. All in all it was a great place to stay and I’d highly recommend it.
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Gordon
Oct 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very comfortable. Easily accessed from Main road systems
Very comfortable. Easily accessed from Main road systems
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Thomas
Sep 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location for access to motorway and the retail outlet. Found the staff very friendly. Evening meal was nice and priced reasonably. Breakfast was freshly made and really good. Room was up narrow stairs so you may need to ask for a downstairs room if you have mobility issues. Standard of the room was very good and priced very reasonably. Would definitely stop again.
Great location for access to motorway and the retail outlet. Found the staff very friendly. Evening meal was nice and priced reasonably. Breakfast was freshly made and really good. Room was up narrow stairs so you may need to ask for a downstairs room if you have mobility issues. Standard of the room was very good and priced very reasonably. Would definitely stop again.
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Mary
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent stop off for Blenheim Palace. Relaxing & peaceful.
Excellent stop off for Blenheim Palace. Relaxing & peaceful.
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Simeon
May 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent and cosy place to stay and to eat. Just a short journey from Oxford, and in the middle of lovely countryside. The Bell has a lovely country atmosphere with a stylish bar and restaurant. Service and food is excellent. Bedrooms are comfortable and have everything you could need at a reasonable price. Special mention for Toby, who works at the speed of light to ensure your evening meal is wonderful. A definate must visit for anyone in the Oxford area.
Excellent and cosy place to stay and to eat. Just a short journey from Oxford, and in the middle of lovely countryside. The Bell has a lovely country atmosphere with a stylish bar and restaurant. Service and food is excellent. Bedrooms are comfortable and have everything you could need at a reasonable price. Special mention for Toby, who works at the speed of light to ensure your evening meal is wonderful. A definate must visit for anyone in the Oxford area.
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Dining
Food and breakfasts receive frequent praise for quality and variety. That said, several reviews reported item shortages, limited menus, early bar closure, higher prices for some dishes, and slow service at peak times.
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Louise
Jun 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Almost but not quite. Too few staff and too many dishes sold out to be great.
Almost but not quite. Too few staff and too many dishes sold out to be great.
6
Kirsty
May 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms were clean and comfortable however breakfast was disappointing told there were no poached eggs, beans or mushrooms
Rooms were clean and comfortable however breakfast was disappointing told there were no poached eggs, beans or mushrooms
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Samantha
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed for two nights while we were at Silverstone, the staff were lovely from beginning to end. Dinner and breakfast were stunning, I read some reviews criticising the staff during meals but I couldn’t fault them. We would definitely return if we were in the area
We stayed for two nights while we were at Silverstone, the staff were lovely from beginning to end. Dinner and breakfast were stunning, I read some reviews criticising the staff during meals but I couldn’t fault them. We would definitely return if we were in the area
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Alan
Apr 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms were a good size and well furnished very comfy bed but food in the bar was expensive but overall a nice stay
Rooms were a good size and well furnished very comfy bed but food in the bar was expensive but overall a nice stay
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Martin
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was spacious and comfortable. Walk in shower was great. Staff were very pleasant and accommodating. However, there weren’t enough staff at busy times such as breakfast, when only person was on duty for setting up tables, taking orders and serving as well as looking after reception. We were told that neither fried nor poached eggs were on offer today, just scrambled. When I asked what the problem was I was told that the chef wanted to make a big batch of scrambled eggs to serve to everyone to save time! Also, the buffet was the most limited I have ever seen in a hotel - a selection of Kellogg’s mini cereal boxes, a bowl of natural yogurt, a bowl of water melon and a jug of orange juice! Dinner was mixed. The 40 day aged beef was good but not served with the sides stated on the menu. When queried these were told that the chef had cooked them but forgot to put them on the plate. The cheesecake ordered for dessert was a deconstructed version served in an ice cream glass and was very dense and unenticing.
Room was spacious and comfortable. Walk in shower was great. Staff were very pleasant and accommodating. However, there weren’t enough staff at busy times such as breakfast, when only person was on duty for setting up tables, taking orders and serving as well as looking after reception. We were told that neither fried nor poached eggs were on offer today, just scrambled. When I asked what the problem was I was told that the chef wanted to make a big batch of scrambled eggs to serve to everyone to save time! Also, the buffet was the most limited I have ever seen in a hotel - a selection of Kellogg’s mini cereal boxes, a bowl of natural yogurt, a bowl of water melon and a jug of orange juice! Dinner was mixed. The 40 day aged beef was good but not served with the sides stated on the menu. When queried these were told that the chef had cooked them but forgot to put them on the plate. The cheesecake ordered for dessert was a deconstructed version served in an ice cream glass and was very dense and unenticing.
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Jan
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed for one night here to visit Blenheim palace as it was so close, we were warmly welcomed on arrival and showed to our room which was lovely and cosy and comfortable. It was a Saturday evening and we hadn’t booked a table for food but they kindly squeezed us in even though they were very busy, the food was very good as was the breakfast the next morning, there was a continental breakfast laid out and we had the choice of full English or different types of eggs, we chose to have omelettes which were delicious. All in all it was a great place to stay and I’d highly recommend it.
We stayed for one night here to visit Blenheim palace as it was so close, we were warmly welcomed on arrival and showed to our room which was lovely and cosy and comfortable. It was a Saturday evening and we hadn’t booked a table for food but they kindly squeezed us in even though they were very busy, the food was very good as was the breakfast the next morning, there was a continental breakfast laid out and we had the choice of full English or different types of eggs, we chose to have omelettes which were delicious. All in all it was a great place to stay and I’d highly recommend it.
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Elizabeth
Oct 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed with friends for two nights, location excellent for getting into Oxford. Pleasant staff and brilliant breakfast. Room was clean and first impressions very good but no shower in the luxury bathroom and no milk with the tea making facilities. No billing and sign off with meals and bar service unless requested and disappointed that bar sales closed at 9.30pm with only a 20 minute warning. Overall nothing horrendous but sadly wouldn’t repeat.
Stayed with friends for two nights, location excellent for getting into Oxford. Pleasant staff and brilliant breakfast. Room was clean and first impressions very good but no shower in the luxury bathroom and no milk with the tea making facilities. No billing and sign off with meals and bar service unless requested and disappointed that bar sales closed at 9.30pm with only a 20 minute warning. Overall nothing horrendous but sadly wouldn’t repeat.
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Kevin
Jul 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent stay. Room was great,comfy bed, bathroom was large with lovely deep roll top bath. Easy check in, friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was superb with great choice of hot or cold, plenty of fresh juice and lovely coffee!
Excellent stay. Room was great,comfy bed, bathroom was large with lovely deep roll top bath. Easy check in, friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was superb with great choice of hot or cold, plenty of fresh juice and lovely coffee!
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Mary-Louise
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sadly lack of restaurant staff training brought the review down. Service was slow, repeatedly asked for things, too many things were not available on the menu, lack of knowledge about the dishes, mistakes were made with orders. Otherwise it's great. The rooms are good, the beer/wine good, the food that did get served was good, the staff were friendly. Would have been 5* were it not for the restaurant service.
Sadly lack of restaurant staff training brought the review down. Service was slow, repeatedly asked for things, too many things were not available on the menu, lack of knowledge about the dishes, mistakes were made with orders. Otherwise it's great. The rooms are good, the beer/wine good, the food that did get served was good, the staff were friendly. Would have been 5* were it not for the restaurant service.
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Simeon
May 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent and cosy place to stay and to eat. Just a short journey from Oxford, and in the middle of lovely countryside. The Bell has a lovely country atmosphere with a stylish bar and restaurant. Service and food is excellent. Bedrooms are comfortable and have everything you could need at a reasonable price. Special mention for Toby, who works at the speed of light to ensure your evening meal is wonderful. A definate must visit for anyone in the Oxford area.
Excellent and cosy place to stay and to eat. Just a short journey from Oxford, and in the middle of lovely countryside. The Bell has a lovely country atmosphere with a stylish bar and restaurant. Service and food is excellent. Bedrooms are comfortable and have everything you could need at a reasonable price. Special mention for Toby, who works at the speed of light to ensure your evening meal is wonderful. A definate must visit for anyone in the Oxford area.
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Wendy
last week
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Stayed 1 night
Place needed a complete refurb. Our room had an old carpet, mattress needed replacement and there was a crack in the loo cistern. Evening meal was very good but breakfast was very poor. Over cooked. Laura is a real gem and will be snapped up by another business as she has excellent customer service skills. We never saw the Landlord/lady.
Place needed a complete refurb. Our room had an old carpet, mattress needed replacement and there was a crack in the loo cistern. Evening meal was very good but breakfast was very poor. Over cooked. Laura is a real gem and will be snapped up by another business as she has excellent customer service skills. We never saw the Landlord/lady.
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Kaye
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The room was tidy and a well deep bath, just mind your head on the beams and toes on the step. Beautiful place really well presented, all the staff were very welcoming. Excellent location for Oxford town center. Park and ride excellent value too, only pay for one car and up to 5 occupance for 16 hrs at 3.50
The room was tidy and a well deep bath, just mind your head on the beams and toes on the step. Beautiful place really well presented, all the staff were very welcoming. Excellent location for Oxford town center. Park and ride excellent value too, only pay for one car and up to 5 occupance for 16 hrs at 3.50
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Daniel
Sep 21, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely little pub and rooms.
Lovely little pub and rooms.
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laura
Jul 20, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The room was spacious and quiet, breakfast was tasty too. We were just here for one night but it was super comfortable
The room was spacious and quiet, breakfast was tasty too. We were just here for one night but it was super comfortable
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Summer
Jul 15, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Expedia and Google say the hotel has AC however it does not! Bed was firm, we had a small rotating fan, and frankly it was difficult to sleep. Large bathtub, but no standing shower. Overall cute little place, but far away from frequent bus stops if traveling to Oxford and the lack of AC, although other sites say it has it, were the biggest letdowns. Nice bar scene in the evening though! Staff was friendly and food and drinks were on point!
Expedia and Google say the hotel has AC however it does not! Bed was firm, we had a small rotating fan, and frankly it was difficult to sleep. Large bathtub, but no standing shower. Overall cute little place, but far away from frequent bus stops if traveling to Oxford and the lack of AC, although other sites say it has it, were the biggest letdowns. Nice bar scene in the evening though! Staff was friendly and food and drinks were on point!
Property Policies
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From 14:00 to 21:00
Before 10:00
FAQs about The Bell at Hampton Poyle
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available on-site and is uncovered. Guests can take advantage of the accessible parking options directly at the inn.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Breakfast is available for a fee, and guests can enjoy a satisfying meal at the on-site restaurant. Specific serving hours are not detailed.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at the property. Service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time starts at 14:00 and ends at 21:00. Check-out time is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers accessible parking and step-free entrances, ensuring convenience for guests with disabilities. Specific details about wheelchair-accessible facilities are not provided.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The Bell at Hampton Poyle is located in Kidlington, near the River Cherwell. It is close to cultural highlights such as the Oxfordshire Museum and Ashmolean Museum, with activities available at nearby golf clubs. Public transport options are not specified.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property. Specific details regarding the minimum age for children to stay for free are not provided.
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- 2026-11-01: 113.46252677555083USD
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- 2026-11-24: 160.06064277534483USD
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- 2026-11-29: 135.42900537662504USD
- 2026-11-30: 131.83876553421018USD
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- 2026-12-03: 135.42900537662504USD
- 2026-12-04: 160.06064277534483USD
- 2026-12-05: 147.7498279094696USD
- 2026-12-06: 131.83876553421018USD
- 2026-12-07: 135.42900537662504USD
- 2026-12-08: 131.83876553421018USD
- 2026-12-09: 131.83876553421018USD
- 2026-12-10: 131.83876553421018USD
- 2026-12-11: 143.83955638046262USD
- 2026-12-12: 160.06064277534483USD
- 2026-12-13: 131.83876553421018USD
- 2026-12-14: 131.83876553421018USD
- 2026-12-15: 135.42900537662504USD
- 2026-12-16: 143.83955638046262USD
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