The Dial House

Hotels
9 (1058 reviews)
High Street, , Oxford , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
Coffee Shop on site
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Exceptional food quality
Caring staff
Cons:
Room maintenance issues
Small room size

Categories

Cleanliness
7.75
The room showed signs of poor maintenance; there was dust and water damage.
Service
9.75
Staff were highly accommodating and showed genuine care for guests.
Location
9.75
Perfectly situated in the heart of a busy town.
Room Quality
7.75
The rooms were cozy, but some issues were reported, such as size and amenities.
Amenities
9.25
Standard quality for this hotel tier; some amenities were lacking.
Value for Money
8.75
Mixed comments regarding value considering some amenities were below expectations.
Food and Beverage
9.75
Exceptional food quality, well-presented meals.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall a lovely stay, despite minor issues with the room.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:50

Property Description

Historic Charm and Tranquil Gardens
Experience the enchanting ambiance of honey-hued stonewall buildings and peaceful gardens at The Dial House Hotel. Immerse yourself in the rich history and serenity of this idyllic village retreat.

Central Location and Nearby Attractions
Explore the wonders of Bourton-on-the-Water with ease, as the hotel is conveniently located near attractions like the Model Village, St. Lawrence’s Church, and Cotswold Motoring Museum. Take a short drive to visit Blenheim Palace and Sudeley Castle for more adventures.

Boutique Luxury and Comfortable Retreat
Indulge in a boutique hotel experience that combines contemporary flair with comfort. Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, The Dial House Hotel offers the perfect sanctuary for your Cotswolds getaway. Book now for a memorable escape.

Important information:

The hotel cannot accommodate children under 10 years of age.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: CVT

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 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
Based on 1058 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.75
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 9.75
Overall Experience: 9.25
植木 • solo_traveller • jp
9
Cotswolds らしさを感じられるプチホテル
Pros:

お料理が美味しく、Gardenやロケーションもステキでした。
寒かったのですが、トイレバスにはヒーターが心地よくはいっていました。

Cons:

階段があり、若干傾いていて🤣降りる時にきをつけました。

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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anthony • family_with_children • ca
8
Overall very good
Pros:

Great Breakfast

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Fleur • couple • gb
8
Wonderful stay at the Dial House
Pros:

Beautiful setting

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
ピンキー • solo_traveller • jp
7
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Location was great right in the centre of Bourton on the water. Easy to walk to everything.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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exito • extended_group • cl
9
Un gran descubrimiento en la campiña inglesa que vale la pena conocer
Pros:

Las habitaciones muy bien decoradas y limpias. El dasayuno extraordinario, lo mejor que hemos comido en mucho tiempo. La ubicacion excepcional. Todo realmente muy bueno

Cons:

nada

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • couple • gb
9
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Shashi • couple • gb
6
Have Stayed at hotels with better facilities and less cost
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Lack of good service during dinner and breakfast

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
5
Pros:

The staff were lovely

Cons:

No one cleaned our room during our visit and the bathroom was very shabby

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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ruth • couple • gb
10
Absolutely stunning hotel perfect place to relax and chill.
Pros:

The location was perfect and beautiful garden at rear inside the ambiance was very relaxing with candles lit throughout log fire spotlessly clean the staff were extremely polite.

Cons:

Only criticism was we had a lot of stairs to climb as bedroom was in loft space and struggled as recovering from knee surgery but I should have requested a room lower down.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Chloe • couple • us
10
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Isobel • couple • ie
7
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Astrid • couple • de
9
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Its location was central . Breakfast superb

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Kerry • couple • gb
9
Good.
Pros:

Location & decor

Cons:

No real bar area to sit & enjoy drinks & closed very early.
Rooms are tired, paintwork needs refreshing.
Can hear other guests using the bathroom.

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely and central
Pros:

Perfect location. Car park space so handy as right in middle of village - staff were so lovely - breakfast was a great choice and delicious- room comfy and lovely big bathroom with deep bath and separate shower (also had a birthday message and some chocolates) which was a lovely touch

Cons:

We were in the annexe and walls very thin. Could hear other guests and some children who obviously can’t help being noisy - not the hotel’s fault but it isn’t cheap so we were wondering if main hotel building is better. Also be aware that at 6.00am on a Monday morning all the bottles are collected or tipped into something as the noise woke us up - again I guess it has to be done at some point.
However, it was a lovely stay and would consider returning just for the staff!

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything was really good here..
The place was right where I wanted to be.
The hotel was lovely & the staff were all so polite and friendly.. especially the young man who showed me my room.
Such a perfect place to stay..bed was really comfortable...bath & shower with towels and everything that you would need.
I would highly recommend this lovely hotel..

Cons:

There wasn't anything that I didn't like..

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
7
Fantastic weekend!
Pros:

Staff very friendly and welcoming an amazing breakfast and location perfect beds very comfortable

Cons:

We stayed in the most expensive room however shower was not really useable so if you like a shower over a bath we advise you to not pick this room.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • gb
8
The Dial House
Pros:

Excellent location, staff and service. Parking at the rear of the hotel too.

Cons:

Although the place was lovely and we enjoyed our stay very much, it was expensive for just a room overnight.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The Dial House is located right in the centre of the gorgeous village and allows easy access to all amenities. All the staff were very welcoming and attentive to my needs. The building is stunning with lots of character and the interior has stunning features wherever you look.

Cons:

I have nothing bad to say about the Dial House, it was a lovely place to explore from.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee