Old Bull Inn

Hotels
7.7 (886 reviews)
56 High Street , Royston , gb
+44 1763 242003

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Convenient location
Cons:
Tired decor
Issues with room cleanliness
Overpriced rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.08
Many reviews indicated worn or tired decor and lack of thorough cleaning.
Service
8.55
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.09
Location was noted as ideal and convenient for guests.
Room Quality
7.24
Rooms were often mentioned as dated and needing updates.
Amenities
7.07
Limited amenities were addressed; a few issues were mentioned with heating.
Value for Money
7.53
Prices were noted as a bit high for the overall experience.
Food and Beverage
8.58
Breakfast was frequently highlighted as very good.
Overall Experience
7.45
Overall experience was mixed; guests had both positive and negative feedback.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:29

Property Description

Historical Charm and Traditional Features
Set in a 16th-century coaching inn, The Old Bull exudes historical features and traditional charm, offering a unique stay in Royston.

Individually Designed Rooms
Royston’s oldest hostelry, The Old Bull, boasts individually designed rooms with features like large windows and exposed beams, providing a cozy and characterful accommodation experience.

Delicious Dining Options and Convenient Location
Enjoy traditional homemade British cuisine and Sunday lunches at the inn's restaurant, with beverages and snacks available at the bar. Conveniently located near attractions like Duxford's Aviation and Imperial War Museum and Royston Golf Club, The Old Bull is the perfect choice for your stay in Royston.

Book your stay at The Old Bull now to experience a blend of history, comfort, and convenience in Royston.

Important information:

Early check-in (before 2 p.m.) will be accommodated where possible, subject to advance notification and availability. Late arrivals (after 11 p.m.) should be notified in advance.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 886 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.08
Service: 8.55
Location: 8.09
Room Quality: 7.24
Amenities: 7.07
Value for Money: 7.53
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 7.45
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Lindsay • couple • gb
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • gb
8
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Jane • family_with_children • us
1
Very disappointing.
Pros:

The staff were very helpful

Cons:

There was no hot water the whole time of our stay. The room was not very clean and the food was below average. The tv did not work properly.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Zoe • couple • gb
9
Great staff, delicious breakfast, cosy rooms.
Pros:

Staff were incredibly helpful and kind, breakfast was excellent, bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Rooms were slightly cramped and uneven floors but it was absolutely fine for a night or two, and probably the nature of the old building.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
2
Poor
Pros:

Staff were nice enough

Cons:

No hot water or water full stop in the bathroom. Unable to shower.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Antony • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Jason • couple • gb
6
Okay
Pros:

Good location, bedroom was good. And they had fans in the room due to the heat. The breakfast was excellent and the staff in the morning were very good.

Cons:

trying to park was difficult, the bathroom was poor and the place was a bit run down. It served a purpose but it is in need of a makeover.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • couple • gb
3
Room lacked air conditioning
Pros:

Staff friendly; great breakfast and nice bedding

Cons:

Impossible to sleep in small hot room in heatwave despite fans and open window. room remained too hot

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Cameron Stretch • solo_traveller • gb
10
Amazing
Pros:

Great location, great staff and the best food ive ever had chips wise. Great stay.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Patrik • family_with_children • se
7
I can recommend and would happily return for another stay
Pros:

We stayed in one of their family apartments. All appliances worked really well and were clean. The personal was a big bonus. Good hotel breakfasts cooked to order and always fresh. Very good local knowledge for advise on where and how to visit sights in surrounding area.

Cons:

The apartment could have benefited of a deep cleaning, such as under beds, corners etc. The bed had a broken leg but as there was a second bed in the apartment, we used this one instead.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Hegarty • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • solo_traveller • gb
1
Pros:

Location was good

Cons:

Staff.. breakfast and rooms are a disappointment

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
4
First and last time I will stay there.
Pros:

Location and the food was good

Cons:

Our room. Number 1 was like something from the 1970's.
Very outdated. Dirty carpet. Rock hard pillows. Shower head did not fit in the shower support. Had to hold the shower head. Very hot room. Had 2 fans but full of dust and fluff!
Very small room. And the room faced on to the beer garden which was extremely noisy.
Staff were miserable and inviting apart from 1 female bar staff.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • gb
6
Too expensive for average facilities
Pros:

Room spacious
Character property
Helpful kind staff

Cons:

It was old fashioned and a bit scruffy especially the bathroom and restaurant areas. The parking was full one night and the other night extremely tight getting out as cars had parked too close either side and there was a brick wall facing so no room to manoeuvre . Breakfast overpriced

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Helen • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Luca • solo_traveller • ch
9
Lovely experience
Pros:

Warm place and lovely environment

Cons:

The waiters / waitresses take a long time to take you order, but once you order they are fast

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Kevin Berlyn • solo_traveller • gb
4
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Shower was filthy with last tenants left over shower bottles and mold around bath
Breakfast coffee was cold.
Poached egg felt like it just came out of the fridge.
7am wake up from people outside the window in garden arguing. No staff in sight

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Beryl • extended_group • gb
5
Disappointing
Pros:

Good breakfast, friendly staff, centre of town

Cons:

Small room no air conditioning

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Stacey • couple • gb
10
Staff really made this hotel a joy to stay in.
Pros:

Really central, welcoming and comfortable, also had character. Delicious and big breakfast :-)

Cons:

There was nothing I didn’t like, it was perfect for our one night stay.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Leigh • solo_traveller • gb
10
Good price,good staff,good food
Pros:

Very friendly staff,lovely atmosphere

Cons:

Quaint Hertfordshire town,and the old bull central to it

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee