The White Horse

Hotels
8.2 (678 reviews)
Church Street , Shipston on Stour , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Express check-in/check-out
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shared lounge/TV area
Concierge service
Kid meals
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Great location
Good food and amenities
Cons:
Noise from the road
Limited tea/coffee options
Pillows could be improved

Categories

Cleanliness
7.41
Overall, reviews mentioned clean and tidy rooms, but some concerns about noise affecting comfort.
Service
8.88
Staff were consistently described as friendly and accommodating, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
8.42
The location was praised for its central position, making it convenient for guests.
Room Quality
7.87
Rooms were noted to be large, comfortable, and well-appointed, although pricing was questioned.
Amenities
8.4
Amenities including parking, mini fridges, and in-room entertainment received positive mentions.
Value for Money
7.86
Reviews indicated good value, particularly for the quality of accommodation and offered meals.
Food and Beverage
8.41
Guests reported excellent meals in the bar and positive remarks about breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.38
Guests enjoyed their stays with many mentioning they would return, reflecting high overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 13:52

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience a stay at The Lazy Pug where every room is equipped with modern amenities including a fridge, minibar, and a coffee machine. Relax in comfort with a shower, free toiletries, and a cozy desk. Some rooms even offer stunning city views for a truly memorable experience.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a delicious breakfast with options ranging from à la carte to Full English/Irish. Savor delectable British, Pizza, and Seafood cuisine at the on-site restaurant. Special dietary needs are catered to with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices available upon request.

Exciting Activities
Explore the charming surroundings of Shipston on Stour with cycling and other activities right at your doorstep. Don't miss out on nearby attractions like Coughton Court and Blenheim Palace, offering a glimpse into the region's rich history.

Book your stay at The Lazy Pug now and make unforgettable memories!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 678 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.41
Service: 8.88
Location: 8.42
Room Quality: 7.87
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 7.86
Food and Beverage: 8.41
Overall Experience: 8.38
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
10
2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Rich couple gb
8
Enjoyed our stay was as expected
Pros:

The room was clean and as expected

Cons:

Black wall in the room , also the traffic noise as our room looked out to the main rd

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Ernest couple gb
10
Everything was excellent.
Pros:

The food was excellent and the fridge is the room was perfect. The hostess was really lovely and made sure everything was perfect when we were dining.

Cons:

N/A.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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James couple gb
10
Short and Sweet break in Shipston in a lovely small location.
Pros:

Great central location. Owners were very hospitable (Bogdan and Kat). Room and services very good. Breakfast looked great - didn’t have it because I was meeting friends elsewhere for breakfast.

Cons:

All good.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Stephanie couple gb
7
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Lesley couple gb
4
Would not recommend or re book
Pros:

location ok bed clean and comfortable

Cons:

Parking limited very noisy pub very loud extractor fan in bathroom staff unfriendly heating very hot not controllable room not cleaned or supplies replenished as requested coridor smelt of urine plumbing very loud from overhead room sounded like a waterfall

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Robert couple gb
10
2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Kim extended_group gb
10
Beautiful accommodation with friendly people!
Pros:

Stayed here as we were attending a wedding locally. It was in a fantastic spot. All the people that worked here were so friendly and helpful and went out their way to ensure we had a brilliant stay.
The rooms are all decorated in a fun way and thoughtfully planned out.
The local residents who were having a drink were also really friendly.
Would definitely stay here again.

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Norma couple gb
8
Pros:

It was a typical small local hotel that provided simple food and accommodation. Comfortable beds and good reasonably priced breakfast

Cons:

No instructions on very hot shower

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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edward couple gb
10
Pros:

Katie, perfect hostess

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Jennie extended_group gb
9
Excellent stay and a lovely room
Pros:

Beautiful room and great location

Cons:

Only really really hot water in the no cold!

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Gareth solo_traveller gb
7
Overall, good location, friendly and reasonable - would I stay again ? - probably, yes.
Pros:

Nice friendly pub and helpful staff. Whilst there was noise and entertainment, pretty much settled down by about 11pm. Bathrooms was fresh, modern and clean. Linen & bedding was nice (bed was comfy) and fresh and always nice to have coffee & tea in the room. TV was also connected and had streaming services.
Food seemed reaonably priced and breakfast was good and tasty.

Cons:

Room furniture looked a little tired/dated ? (Opposed to bathroom).
Car noise in the early hours was very noticeable.
We were on motorbikes and the parking is perpendicular to the slope, so we lined up in one bay facing in the direction of the slope (we were four bikes so it was economical use if space - but if solo you hope there is space right at the top where it flattens out).

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Cleber extended_group gb
10
Nice, confortable but expensive for what it is.
Pros:

The Room was amazing, big, clean, awesome shower, confy bed, quiet despite being on top of the pub.

Cons:

The price was high for not including breakfast, it the price has breakfast included it would have been perfect. also the Internet was not so good but usable..ish.

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Katie couple gb
9
Mint room
Pros:

Lovely rooms and staff. Option to have breakfast in the morning

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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MICHAEL couple gb
9
A most enjoyable visit
Pros:

Central location, comfortable, clean and most helpful staff.
This was our second visit in recent months and we will certainly be back for another visit soon.

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Deborah couple gb
10
Gorgeous rooms, lovely hosts
Pros:

Lovely quirky rooms, very clean. The couple who run the place are wonderful and so helpful. We had dinner and breakfast here too and both were delicious. Would definitely stay again.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Shane solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Good hotel

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Joeee02 solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The room was nice and clean. The staff were super friendly and helpful. There's a few free parking spaces, and there's nearby council on-street parking between 6pm and 8am.

This pub is clearly a locals pub where people know each other, it's a friendly atmosphere.

This is fine and I knew this when booking from reading other reviews; so it is worth mentioning, but it is a pub - so if you try and sleep before it's closed or on busy nights it can be loud. Also you can hear a lot of road noise from cars driving past. I'd happily stay here again in the future

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Carly couple gb
9
Affordable luxury
Pros:

Had a lovely evening meal with drinks before heading to our room. Staff attentive and helpful.
Our room was big and had the added luxury of the roll top bath in our bedroom. The coffee machine was a definite bonus.

Cons:

Not there fault but the road was a little noisy at night but my husband didn't notice it as much

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Denise couple gb
10
Very enjoyable.
Pros:

Superb value for the cost, we didn't have breakfast so can't comment. Beautiful room, great location.
Host was fabulous, she works long hours.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee