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

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.0

Sturdy`s Castle - Historic Coaching Inn near Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire is a 400 year old coaching inn that features a bar, restaurant, and free parking. Sturdy's Castles hotel is located in a separate building behind the main pub. The accommodations is split over two levels, unfortunately there is not a elevator 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 located within 1 mile of London Oxford Airport. The university city of Oxford is just 20 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast Info

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

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Bruce
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The evening meal was wonderful. The breakfast was fabulous and so well presented. First class food. The chicken biryani was truly exceptional - I have never tasted one as good as this. In a pie crust. Wow! Lovely service with lovely staff....”
Denise
Australia Australia
“We really enjoyed our stay at Sturdy's Castle. It's a lovely 400-year-old country inn full of character, with plenty of parking and easy access. The service on our arrival was warm and welcoming, and our evening meal in the restaurant was...”
Adair
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great curry, great location for Silverstone Park and Ride”
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything a lovely clean hotel, bottles of water provided for the room perfect for the heatwave! Friendly welcoming staff Outdoor seating with a park for the children. Fabulous breakfast. Plenty of parking”
Beka
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Lovely pub. Great breakfast, good choice for gluten free and even had oat milk.”
Liz
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Indian food was great biscuits in the room was a nice touch”
Roger
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The Indian staff, in particular the Mnager could not have tried harder to oblige; their service was first class. The double sided menu one side of familiar English dishes and the other of very well described Indian cuisine. made the experience...”
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location. Friendly welcome with excellent customer service. Clean, quiet and comfortable room. Delicious Indian menu.”
Julia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff are so accommodating. This is my 3rd stay the previous being at Christmas. Very easy to get to Blenheim from Sturdy. The food is fantastic and we had the best value DBB deal.”
Robert
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly Professional Staff The food was outstanding especially the Indian food”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

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

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • 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 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 8 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't 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

Must-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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

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