Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Excellent food
Helpful staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Dated decor
Poor sound insulation
Communication issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.86
Generally clean, but specific complaints about room decor and cleanliness were mentioned.
Service
7.83
Staff were generally obliging and responsive, but had a few communication issues during the stay.
Location
8.37
Excellent location noted, with beautiful views in certain rooms.
Room Quality
6.32
Dismal decor in some rooms and discomfort from noise reported.
Amenities
6.85
Basic amenities present, some lacking such as missing toilet roll holder and towel rail.
Value for Money
7.31
Good value overall, but complaints on room pricing relative to quality.
Food and Beverage
8.36
Breakfast and restaurant meals received high praise.
Overall Experience
7.33
Enjoyable stay despite some issues, overall better than expected.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 17:47

Property Description

River Views and Tranquility
Experience the serenity of the River Thames at The Shillingford Bridge Hotel, nestled between Oxford and Henley. Enjoy stunning views of the river from select rooms and unwind in the peaceful surroundings.

Dining with a View
Indulge in delicious meals at the River View Restaurant while taking in panoramic views of the hotel's lush grounds and the Thames. For a more relaxed setting, the River Bar offers light meals and snacks on its outdoor terrace overlooking the river.

Convenient Location
With Wallingford a short drive away and Oxford within easy reach, our hotel provides the perfect base for exploring the charming nearby towns. Don't miss out on nearby attractions like Windsor Castle and Dorchester during your stay.

Book your stay at The Shillingford Bridge Hotel today for a tranquil riverside retreat with excellent dining options and convenient access to nearby attractions.

Important information:

Unfortunately the swimming pool will be closed for refurbishment for the foreseeable future.

Please note that renovations are currently taking place. You may experience minor disturbances.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 1830 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.86
Service: 7.83
Location: 8.37
Room Quality: 6.32
Amenities: 6.85
Value for Money: 7.31
Food and Beverage: 8.36
Overall Experience: 7.33
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Graham • couple • gb
9
Really enjoyable
Pros:

Location was great, superb views of river

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
8
Reasonable value , lovely location , fab breakfasts served with a smile.
Pros:

very friendly staff, great cooked breakfast, large free carpark.

Cons:

Slightly dated communal spaces

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • gb
5
Pros:

The room

Cons:

The outside of the property is shabby, staff unwelcoming one lady nearly got my husband ran over. Outside doors propped open with rolled up carpet we turned up for breakfast a few minutes after 9 and the staff member who was chatting to a couple at a table rudely and loudly informed us we were late in front of other guests

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
H
Hendrik • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Williams • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great for the start of my walk from hotel to Dorchester on the Thames. Walking adjacent to river. Breakfast ladies staff
Pros:

I had a room with an amazing view of the river.

Cons:

Not he hotels fault but I could hear snoring from room next door.
There was also an intermittent high pitched ring tone sound coming from front area, I couldn’t pinpoint location to ask for it to stop.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Judith • extended_group • gb
8
Welcoming and helpful staff, clean comfy bedroom and lovely bathroom
Pros:

Overlooking the river. Bedrooms very comfortable

Cons:

From outside it looks dated. And the dining room is dated but that did not affect our stay

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Lyubomir • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
J
John • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Room was good as was dinner and breakfast.
Location excellent

Cons:

A feeling of tiredness in all communal areas

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
C
Catherine Linda • family_with_children • gb
10
Can recommend 100 💯 and would definitely return
Pros:

Excellent hotel with lovely staff in a wonderful location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Peters • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The location is perfect, right on the Thames. The staff are fantastic, friendly and efficient. We had breakfast included and it was lovely. It was a comfortable relaxing experience.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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PETER • family_with_children • gb
5
Acceptable but not in a heatwave.
Pros:

Staff were helpful and breakfast was good.

Cons:

This is not a hotel for a heatwave. No air conditioning and the little fans in each room made very little difference. Would be ok in normal weather.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Rachael Murawicki • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Location was beautiful

Cons:

Room and hotel has seen better days, it could do with some rlc

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
J
Jones • couple • gb
7
The location is lovely food was good service a little slow
Pros:

Location parking comfortable room nice breakfast

Cons:

Service was slow short staff

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Mandy • solo_traveller • gb
1
Dirty,run down room.
Pros:

Leaving a day early

Cons:

The room we were in wasn't fit for a dog. Shocking we wouldn't have stayed the night had it not been the solar eclipse and everywhere was booked. Photos attached. There were cobwebs in the bathroom, plastic shower curtain,stains on the carpet, paintwork, light, dust all over the fan, filthy.It advertised a coffee making machine, this was a kettle on one side of the bed and tea and coffee on the other side of the bed.The breakfast and staff. Tea and coffee served in a flask, warm milk for cereal which was stood on table. We had to go over to staff and order hot breakfast. It came on a scalding hot plate, eggs were hard boiled, sausage disgusting. It obviously was plated up and left because the food was just warm from the plate. The hotel wants a full overhaul. When I complained to the reception, they gave each other a look as if to say yeah it is a hole. She said I can try and look for another room but I needed to wait a while. I said we were just going to leave and asked for a refund she said the manager needed to over ride this and would call me in the day. I called the hotel back and they never answered so I used my partners phone and answered in two rings. She said has the manager not rang and then proceeded to give us a refund. They took payment of one nights stay of £141.75. . Not worth it at all.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
9
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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MALCOLM • couple • gb
8
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Kendra • family_with_children • gb
10
Great place to stay by the river.
Pros:

Great riverside hotel.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Janet • solo_traveller • gb
9
Wonderful
Pros:

Staff were very helpful and friendly.
Views amazing

Cons:

NA

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Robert David • family_with_children • ae
6
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee