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The Holt Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Rousham House and Gardens

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Relax on the patio surrounded by lush greenery and enjoy a meal at one of the glass-topped tables.
Relax in this serene bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, and a comfortable armchair.
Indulge in a formal tea service amidst serene garden views.
Experience the charm of a traditional hotel, surrounded by lush greenery and a welcoming entrance.
Welcome to our reception area, where friendly staff are available to assist with your stay.
Experience a warm welcome at The Holt Hotel, set near Oxfordshire Museum and Bicester Golf and Country Club. Unwind in the garden or by the lobby fireplace, enjoy breakfast at DuVall's Restaurant, then connect with free WiFi or relax with a book from the library.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Conference space

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $119
$143 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, nightstand, and window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room / Quad Room

Cozy retreat with a large bed and two additional beds, featuring a floral-patterned wall and a comfortable bench.

Family Room / Quad Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, a small table, and a potted plant.

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Two single beds with nightstands and lamps, set against a neutral backdrop.

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

Two single beds with matching headboards and nightstands, adorned with white comforters and teal pillows, set against a vibrant floral wallpaper.

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite

Classic bedroom with a four-poster canopy bed, wooden furniture, and elegant decor.

Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Single Room

Relax in this inviting space with a comfortable bed, a convenient nightstand, and a flat-screen TV.

Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

Relax in comfort with a large bed, bedside tables, and a floral-patterned wall.

Superior Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Nr. Steeple Aston, Oxford Road, Oxfordshire, Bicester, England, OX25 5QQ

What's nearby

  • Rousham House and Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Oxfordshire Museum - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Blenheim Palace - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Bicester Village - 15 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Fairytale Farm - 16 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 9 min drive
  • Tackley Station - 8 min drive
  • Witney Hanborough Station - 11 min drive
  • Bicester Heyford Station - 21 min walk

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

The Holt Hotel puts you within a 15-minute drive of Blenheim Palace. For a bite to eat, guests can check out DuVall's Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and comfortable guestrooms.

Languages

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

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 87 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

DuVall's Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Highwayman's Bar - This bistro serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 8.25 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Barclaycard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Holt Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Holt Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Holt Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Holt Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Holt Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at The Holt Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Holt Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, DuVall's Restaurant.

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The Holt Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Food
Breakfast
Restaurant
Bar
Bed
Lobby
Location
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, and delicious with a wide variety of options. (31 reviews)
  • The restaurant served great food and provided excellent service with friendly and attentive staff. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lovely hotel for a long weekend, lovely and friendly staff
tila, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful hotel, great staff.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Friendly staff, good food and peaceful atmosphere.
Edward M, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice hotel, good food and ideal for my working trip.
Keith, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Cozy hotel with nice deco.
Simon, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Rooms clean and recently renovated. Staff pleasant and helpful. Quiet property. Proximity and access to Oxford is excellent
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect place to stay for a weekend celebrating a wedding. Room was lovely and clean. A nice breakfast also
Danielle, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very good, would stay again
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We absolutely loved this property. The grounds are lovely and it just has a really nice relaxed vibe about it. Our room was really spacious and clean. Would thoroughly recommend.
Alison, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Convenient for wedding celebration just up the Oxford Road. Appreciated the fresh milk requested for early morning cup of tea
Lise, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

Hi, this was not a cheap hotel and the welcome was poor, the service in the bar and restaurant was disappointing, the room was very small and hot, the bed was uncomfortable, generally speaking a very uninspiring overnight stay.
Andrew, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Portion size was suitable for childen not for adults and did not reflect in the cost of the meal.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Business trip

Lovely place. Plenty of parking. Friendly staff
1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely

Lovely stay over business car event. Staff were friendly and rooms clean and functional. I would stay again, plus evening meal and breakfast was ect
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable clean and convenient. The staff were excellent. I was able to get a deal that was good value for me. Would recommend to others to look at this hotel and consider it also.
Anthony, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Good service, room cleaning very good. Food was excellent...
Steve, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good overnight stay.

Friendly staff, comfortable bed, clean room and great breakfast.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Convenient for visiting Blenheim, clean spacious room and fabulous breakfast
Marjorie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful country escape

Just incredible. Such a beautiful building with kind, attentive staff in beautiful surroundings. Felt like a real treat! Sitting in the garden one morning was such a sensory treat.
Nicola, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay!
Katherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Weekend trip

Excellent experience every aspect was a good experience
Stephen, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice hotel, bit dated but the rooms were nice, clean and cosy. I just booked an overnight stay (no breakfast). It was a 1/2 drive though to Thornhill park and ride.
Yvonne, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great stay!

Great stay - Quick check-in - Good shower - Amazing food although only serve till 8pm - Very comfy bed - They didn't tell me this place was haunted though! - Need better coffee in the rooms - A good quality coffee bag is always a nice surprise - But overall I was happy with my stay!
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

One night stopover.

Excellent service, good food.
Talbot, 1-night trip