About this property

Sturdy`s Castle - Historic Coaching Inn near Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire is a 400 year old coaching inn that boasts a bar, restaurant, and free parking. Sturdy's Castles hotel is situated in a separate building behind the main pub. The accommodation is split over two levels, unfortunately there is not a lift to the second floor. If you require a ground floor room please contact us and we will be happy to accommodate requests where possible. We have 18 bedrooms that are a mix of Twin bedded rooms or King bedded rooms. We offer free WiFi and TV in our Rooms. In the mornings, guests can select breakfast from the breakfast menu. The restaurant also serves traditional dishes, pub classics and Indian Food. Sturdy`s Castle - Historic Coaching Inn near Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire is located in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside, between the villages of Tackley and Kidlington. The location is convenient for visiting the market town of Woodstock which is home to Blenheim Palace, and is just 4 miles from the country inn and situated within 1 mile of London Oxford Airport. The university city of Oxford is just 20 minutes’ drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Free private parking available on-site

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Richard
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely location in the Oxfordshire countryside. The Inn is cosy with the rooms set around a courtyard like a motel but certainly not 70s looking. The staff and food is exceptional for the type of property.
James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location was ideal for my needs to travel to Abingdon. Although on a main road the room was comfortable, clean and quiet.
Beverley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely property and the room was very good value for money. Nice size and very clean.
Gill
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Clean, comfortable on site rooms with an excellent restaurant. Food was very nice . Ate from Indian menu was very impressed . Staff friendly and genuinely much much better value and service than travel lodge or Premier inn in area . Would not...
Tanya
Australia Australia
Quick to respond to enquiries. Good food, good service and nice place.
Martin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Friendly, helpful staff and overall good value for money.
Jeffrey
United Kingdom United Kingdom
This is my new favourite place to stay in this area. Comfortable room , helpful staff nice evening meal and a good breakfast.
Penny
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Perfect location, Clean & comfortable, great breakfast
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Enjoyed every aspect. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was lovely.
Regan
Australia Australia
The restaurant and the manager was amazing and very helpful.

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Sturdy`s Castle - Historic Coaching Inn near Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Sturdy`s Castle - Historic Coaching Inn near Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:30
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please be aware that check-in after 23:00 hours will incur a penalty fee.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.