The Old Talbot Rooms Milton Keynes

Hotels
8.8 (396 reviews)
77, Watling street Potterspury , Potterspury , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Evening entertainment
Pet bowls
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cashless payment available
Free wired internet
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Good location with easy access
Cons:
Poor communication for check-in
No food and beverage available on-site

Categories

Cleanliness
8.59
The rooms are clean and comfortable, though there were concerns about the pub being closed.
Service
9.26
Service was lacking during check-in as there was poor communication about the key access.
Location
8.91
Good location, although some guests felt unsafe due to the pub and reception being shut.
Room Quality
9.36
Rooms are reported to be clean, comfortable, and perfect for guest needs.
Amenities
8.39
Lack of food available and no staff on site were noted as issues.
Value for Money
8.85
Overall value for the price was considered acceptable despite some drawbacks.
Food and Beverage
7.9
Both the pub and restaurant were closed, disappointing guests about food options.
Overall Experience
9.16
Overall experience varied; while some had pleasant stays, others faced significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 12:24

Property Description

Charming Hotel in Potterspury

Convenient Location: Located within 15 km of Milton Keynes Bowl, The Old Talbot Hotel Milton Keynes offers easy access to nearby attractions like Bletchley Park and Woburn Abbey.

Comfortable Accommodation: The hotel provides well-equipped rooms with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and cozy bed linens.

Dining Options: Indulge in delicious local cuisine at the on-site restaurant, with special dietary options available upon request.

Experience a delightful stay at The Old Talbot Hotel Milton Keynes and book now to enjoy a memorable visit in Potterspury.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • 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 not possible).

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 396 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.59
Service: 9.26
Location: 8.91
Room Quality: 9.36
Amenities: 8.39
Value for Money: 8.85
Food and Beverage: 7.9
Overall Experience: 9.16
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Ruth • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Clean, tidy and comfortable. Just right for our overnight stay.

Cons:

We should have had a code beforehand to open the keysafe but that didn't get sent to us. A minor inconvenience as when I rang up I was given the code.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Zeke • couple • gb
10
Comfy bed, good shower, plenty wardrobe space. Perfect for short stays.
Pros:

Lovely and presentable rooms, perfect for short stays

Cons:

I didn’t have anything to dislike about the property

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Gary Haddon • solo_traveller • gb
5
Bad advertisement
Pros:

The room was very clean, modern. Very good.

Cons:

Description!!!!!! Advertised with picture inside the pub - it’s been shut since Jan 2025!!!!!!! Nothing in description, just 5 rooms behind a closed pub, false advertisement. Gave 5* as the accommodation is good, there is NO WHERE CLISE TO EAT.
Would never had stayed had I known pub was closed.

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Fardeen • couple • gb
3
Pros:

Room was already used. When we talked to provided number they told us that room cleaning is hotel’s responsibility but you will get refund. But I was don’t know what to do next. Today I saw your request so I’m putting request here

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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pete • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Room was clean

Cons:

Pub was shut so no food or facilities
Small bed

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Great room, comfortable and very clean

Cons:

It is a little isolated

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • gb
8
Pleasant & would return
Pros:

Ease of parking & quiet location

Cons:

We were aware but fact that original hotel is closed is a definite negative for eating.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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david • couple • gb
8
Very nice place to stay could be amazing with a few tweaks
Pros:

Excellent location able to walk into Cromer. Accommodation nice in good setting Breakfast good,

Cons:

Tea at breakfast a bit weak and evening meal a bit expensive for what you get and evening music choice a bit srange

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Darren • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Overall really good, close to family, easy to use

Cons:

Needed a bit of TLC

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
8
Ideal facility 2.5miles from my office
Pros:

Very well equipped room

Cons:

The room. Was very cold on my arrival and took a couple of hours to warm up

2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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Terry • solo_traveller • gb
4
Expensive for what was offered will not return
Pros:

Convenience

Cons:

No facilities to eat

2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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Gareth • solo_traveller • gb
1
The establishment is closed permanently - I had to sleep in my car
Pros:

The establishment is closed permanently - I had to sleep in my car

Cons:

The establishment is closed permanently - I had to sleep in my car

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Goble • couple • gb
7
Pros:

It's location near my family

Cons:

1. The bathroom needs attention - the pole which holds the shower head was not fixed to the wall.
No handles for disabled visitors in the dhower

2025-12-27 • via Nuitee
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Georgia • couple • gb
6
2025-12-24 • via Nuitee
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keira • couple • gb
6
Comfy inside but the outside let it down
Pros:

Room was modern in decoration and very spacious with plenty of facilities such as shower, kettle, hair dryer and tv

Cons:

The car park is very dark and it is not disclosed that the pub is closed down, upon arrival there was nobody there to speak to just a number to call. It was okay for what it was

2025-12-18 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Very clean and comfortable room exceptional

Cons:

Room key lock is ' tempramental

2025-12-10 • via Nuitee
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LESLEY • couple • gb
8
Great comfortable, clean place for overnight stay
Pros:

Very clean and comfortable

Cons:

No breakfast but biker cafe up the road excellent

2025-12-10 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2025-11-24 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Gorgeous little self contained unit. Easy check in process and key safe for entry when arrived.
Clean and comfortable room with lovely little touches.

Cons:

Nothing, perfect for what I needed!

2025-11-23 • via Nuitee
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Sandy • solo_traveller • gb
1
Disaster.
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything!

I had confirmed my booking via the Booking.com confirmation email.

On Saturday afternoon I drove from my event to the accommodation, arriving at around 16:30. There was nobody around. I waited and tried the telephone number for the Old Talbot - no answer, so I left a message. I later saw three people enter the site and walking to the accommodation. I spoke to them and they said that I should have received details to access a key box to obtain the key for the accommodation. I had not received any such information.

Because I was due to go out to a dinner event, I needed to get changed and prepared. I was rather anxious. I sent off an email explaining my situation. With no response I had to take action and so looked for alternative accommodation and succeeded in finding a vacancy at a hotel in Towcester and immediately set off there and just managed to get to my dinner event in time.

It was only later when I returned after the dinner that I found an email from Brent of the Old Talbot giving the necessary codes for the accommodation - much, much too late and after inconvenience and further expenditure.

Altogether, virtually a total disaster barring my finding alternative accommodation at very short notice. Why wasn't I informed of the codes beforehand and with full details of access? I expect a refund in full for this episode!

2025-11-17 • via Nuitee