Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
Darts
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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.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 15 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 4 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 1747 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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magpiechaser • solo_traveller • gb
9
A memorable location right on the Thames.
Pros:

The situation is truly memorable, right on the banks of the Thames by Shillingford Bridge, all of which formed a fantastic view from our window. The staff were outstanding and couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. The food was delicious and there was a wide range of choices on the menu. Afternoon tea was really scrumptious! The room was big, as was the king size bed.

Cons:

Decor is getting tired, especially externally. Electrics to the lights in our room were a bit erratic, but the action to get them looked at by an electrician was prompt. Also, common with many hotel bathrooms, lack of a shelf to put your toiletry bags etc. on is annoying. As the bathroom here is big, there's no excuse for not fitting one.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Mercedes • solo_traveller • gb
4
Pros:

Location,staff,food ok.

Cons:

Very rundown and dirty.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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DaanR • solo_traveller • nl
6
Pros:

Vriendelijkheid van personeel.

Cons:

Hygiëne van badkamer, haren op de grond daar en urinevlekken voor de toiletpot.
Algehele verzorging van interieur is erg achterhaald. Met tekst op duc-tape staat bij ontbijtbuffet op de thermoskannen wat koffie of thee is.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Marie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Staff were very helpful arranging ground floor accommodation for my stair challenged brother. Nice view over the canal. Good space in the room and nicely refurbished bathroom.
Plenty of parking space

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Eric • couple • nl
9
Een hotel op een prachtige locatie.
Pros:

Het is een authentiek Engels hotel gelegen aan een kleine eeuwenoude brug over de Thames. De ligging is perfect voor een bezoek aan Oxford. Op loopafstand van het hotel is de bushalte. Lijn X40 brengt je midden in Oxford. Je kaartje koop je in de bus. Het hotel ligt ook aan de meerdaagse wandeling langs de Thames.

Het stadje Waddingford ligt dichtbij met meerdere pubs en restaurants.

Het ontbijt is uitgebreid. Naast een buffet kun je ook verschillende warme gerechten (cooked breakfast) bestellen. Allemaal inbegrepen bij de prijs. De dames die het ontbijt verzorgen zijn erg vriendelijk en super gastvrij.

Het hotel heeft een restaurant en een pub. Met lekker weer (wat we hadden) kun je buiten op het grasveld aan de rivier genieten van een drankje.

De ligging van het hotel is ook perfect om de wijde omgeving te verkennen. Zoals Windsor, The Chilterns en zelfs The Cotswolds.

Cons:

De prijs/ kwaliteit verhouding is goed. Maar de authenticiteit/oudheid van het hotel laat zijn sporen na.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • gb
8
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Silviu Lorin • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent value for money, excellent location
Pros:

Very clean and cosy, staff very friendly

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • couple • gb
10
We have absolutely no complaints and would recommended most highly, Betty was just wonderful - nothing was too much trou
Pros:

Super location , great views across the river, light and airy, well appointed

Cons:

N/a

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Sally • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely clean and comfortable room with river views. Excellent evening mea incudedl. Friendly, helpful staff. Another enjoyable stay and great value.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Staff on arrival were very welcoming and accomadating. Made to feel very welcome the moment you came through the door.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
9
If we are ever down this way again we would book this hotel.
Pros:

Perfect location. Comfortable room. Friendly staff.

Cons:

The poor waitress was having to multitask at the evening meal: serving at the bar as well as in the dining room which meant there were gaps in the service.

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Peaceful surroundings

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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geoff • couple • gb
8
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Sonja • couple • gb
8
Great stay, great room, great views
Pros:

Great views, great room

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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D8829DLjulias • Business
10
Warm welcome and great food at Shillingford Bridge.
Pros:

Fantastic visit to Shillingford Bridge today. Food was fresh and home-cooked, the location beautiful, but special mention must go to the staff, who were so friendly and welcoming. There's a real sense of wanting to do things well and properly for guests - nothing was too much trouble and we felt very welcome. Recommended.

2026-04-14 • via Tripadvisor
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Nicole • family_with_children • gb
7
Mixed bag but overall good
Pros:

Lovely setting. Comfortable room. Nice dinner altho a long wait for it (with no compensation). Nice staff

Cons:

Long wait for dinner with no real explanation and no compensation. But the dinner was very nice once or came.
Breakfast was disappointing

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Peter • extended_group • gb
6
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee