The Bird In Hand Inn, Witney

Hotels
9.3 (1888 reviews)
Whiteoak Green, Hailey , Witney , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Cashless payment available
Food delivered to guest room
Free wired internet
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Great location
Cons:
Noise from deliveries
Stairs outside may be slippery

Categories

Cleanliness
9.28
Rooms were clean and well-maintained, contributing to a pleasant stay.
Service
9.75
Staff were extremely friendly and provided excellent service throughout the stay.
Location
9.29
Well-located for visiting the Cotswolds, enhancing the overall experience.
Room Quality
9.24
Rooms were large and comfortable, with only minor criticisms.
Amenities
8.77
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.23
Great value, particularly considering the quality of food and service.
Food and Beverage
9.28
Food was fabulous, with excellent breakfast and dinner options.
Overall Experience
9.55
A wonderful stay overall, with memorable dining and a welcoming atmosphere.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 02:29

Property Description

Historic Charm with Modern Comforts
Experience a stay like no other at The Bird in Hand, a Grade II Listed building offering a blend of history and modern amenities. The 17th-century inn boasts plasma-screen TVs in each room, complemented by free Wi-Fi throughout.

Period Features and Cozy Atmosphere
Immerse yourself in the charm of yesteryears with Cotswold stone walls, beamed ceilings, and a roaring fireplace for winter evenings. Come summer, enjoy al fresco dining on the terrace, adding a touch of romance to your stay.

Culinary Delights and Relaxing Bar
Indulge in a taste of tradition with British and European cuisine served at the inn's restaurant. Pair your meal with real ales, wines, and spirits from the well-stocked bar, offering the perfect setting to unwind after a day of exploring.

Book your unforgettable stay at The Bird in Hand today and discover the beauty of the Cotswolds just a stone's throw away from Oxford.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 1 and older are allowed.
    Children from 1 year old to 11 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 1888 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.28
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 9.24
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 9.23
Food and Beverage: 9.28
Overall Experience: 9.55
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Victoria • couple • gb
10
Loved every minute of our stay would defo stay again
Pros:

Loved the cozy atmosphere of the pub. And the rooms were super comfy and spotlessly clean

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Friendly staff, good food and drink.
Room clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Had to ask to put the heating on when outside temperature was below 5 degrees.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Darren • couple • gb
10
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Faye • solo_traveller • gb
10
Clean, comfortable and warm. Nice stay.
Pros:

Nice choice - location good.

Cons:

Was going to have full english until i found out that the bacon was smoked.....UGH!!

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Vivienne • couple • gb
8
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Adam • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • gb
10
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Hanbo • couple • de
10
Pros:

Good restaurant and very cosy rooms.

Cons:

It was quite far from town and no electric charging station on site

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Neil • couple • gb
9
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Alison • extended_group • gb
10
Great place. Super friendly staff. Close to Jeremy Clarksons restaurant too
Pros:

I booked this hotel for my daughter and family. They really enjoyed their stay.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Staff were excellent and food was awesome.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Allen • couple • gb
10
I wish all our stays could deliver to this level
Pros:

The room was a great size for us and our medium sized Labrador to have her bed placed without us tripping over it, and loads of hot water for the bath. Breakfast options included in the price where varied and plentiful. The Dinner menu was provided a good selection of dishes and the pie (venison, smoked bacon in a red wine sauce) served with chunky chips Kale, broccoli and green beans was real comfort food

Cons:

Can't think of anything

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Sonia • extended_group • gb
9
Pros:

Host and staff are super friendly, recommend!

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Robin • couple • gb
9
Excellent place to stay
Pros:

Very clean tidy room and bathroom with a good shower
Excellent breakfast

Cons:

Bar closing quite early

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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julie • couple • gb
10
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Haylzlancaster • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing we didnt like

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Stacey • family_with_children • gb
10
Fabulous
Pros:

The whole experience was fantastic, all the staff was amazing, food was exceptional and the cleanliness top notch!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Simon • family_with_children • gb
9
Very good, food and friendliness were outstanding. The room was comfortable and met our needs.
Pros:

Breakfast was outstanding. The staff were super helpful my son asked for a hot chocolate and whilst not on the menu they went out of their way to make him one. In the evening the bar staff were all really friendly, polite, chatty but also knew when to be professional they were all outstanding.

Cons:

The room had a slight smell of dog, we are not dog lovers so can be a bit over sensitive in this matter. But it was not enough to ruin the experience. But just a thought maybe keep a few rooms as pet free??

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Nye • family_with_children • gb
8
A very nice short stay, would consider booking again in the future
Pros:

The breakfast choices were very good. All staff were very helpful. Location was lovely and quiet.

Cons:

No problems

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Imelda • couple • gb
10
Lovely comfortable and relaxing
Pros:

Lovely place to stay staff were amazing and couldn’t do enough for us - definitely stay again

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee