The Talbot Inn

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Bespoke Hotels
7.6 (2611 reviews)
High Street, Ripley , Woking , gb

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Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Overpriced for quality

Categories

Cleanliness
6.81
Several reviews mentioned dirty rooms and stained towels.
Service
8.78
Most guests praised the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.82
Many reviews highlighted the convenient location.
Room Quality
6.77
Multiple guests commented on the poor room quality and layout.
Amenities
7.8
Amenities were adequate but some guests found extra charges frustrating.
Value for Money
6.76
Guests found the hotel overpriced for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
6.31
Food quality received negative feedback from several guests.
Overall Experience
8.78
Overall experiences were pleasant despite mentioned cons.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 20:19

Property Description

Charming 18th Century Hotel Near Wisley Gardens

Modern Comforts: Enjoy plasma-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee facilities in spacious rooms with en suite bathrooms featuring large rain showers.

Convenient Location: Just off the A3 and close to major attractions like Wisley Gardens and Thorpe Park, with easy access to Woking, M25, and London.

Award-Winning Dining: Indulge in a modern British menu at the impressive restaurant overlooking the Champagne terrace, or relax in the cosy bar with log fires and a wide drink selection.

Ready to experience the charm and convenience of The Talbot Inn? Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Guests wanting to dine in the restaurant are advised to book a table in advance in order to guarantee a place.

Pets are allowed only in Double Rooms with Garden View and are accepted upon request. Availability depends on specific rooms and requires prior approval.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 10 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 2611 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.81
Service: 8.78
Location: 8.82
Room Quality: 6.77
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 6.76
Food and Beverage: 6.31
Overall Experience: 8.78
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Kev • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Very clean comfy and good price

Cons:

It was a last min stay as I was at work and made my day thank you the Tolbot inn was a pleasure x

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
8
A fine stately example of a well run English Hotel with charming decor and staff that nothing was too much !! I would s
Pros:

The Hotel let me check-in early as I was going to a funeral - and that was bonus !

Cons:

There was a lot of Stairs up to my room

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • gb
5
Would not recommend
Pros:

The staff were very nice and friendly

Cons:

My room has a bad smell had to use my perfume to help with the smell. The bathroom was not clean the shower had hair in it but because it was late and I needed to shower and sleep for early rise cleaned it myself. The breakfast was not worth it!

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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simon • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Great place evening meal and breakfast were brilliant room was comfortable too

Cons:

As it was hot no air conditioning but there was a fan to try and cool the room

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Stewart • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Lactation

Cons:

Needed bit of cleaning

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Katie • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Colin • couple • gb
8
Enjoyed it very much
Pros:

Location and staff

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Celia • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The staff were brilliant

Cons:

Not warned about building works , noise was intrusive

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Charming room in old part of hotel. Evening food ok. Breakfast ok. Great location for RHS Wisley.

Cons:

Sadly room very hot even early May with no airconditioning. The traditional four poster bed very small and not comfortable.
Hotel a bit tatty and could do with a sympathetic refurb and redecoration.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • gb
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Emma • extended_group • gb
1
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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lunney • couple • gb
8
We had a great time at the talbot inn
Pros:

Excellent service great breakfast and great location for where we wanted to go

Cons:

Nothing totally brilliant

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Anstey • family_with_children • gb
10
Spot on!
Pros:

The owner could not be more accomodating for us. We needed some last minute adjustments to our booking and they were superb. The room was clean and cosy and the breakfast consisted of good quality produce. The soret you get from the butcher rather than a supermarket. Lovely people and lovely place.

Cons:

Nothing at all. There really was nothing to dislike.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Ilian • solo_traveller • gb
6
Passable,room wasn't particularly clean and breakfast was poor
Cons:

Breakfast was poor.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Sally Louise • couple • gb
6
A historic room is a wonderful thing but this was just 'old and tired'.
Pros:

I like the atmosphere of the building and that the staff were very friendly.

Cons:

We stayed in the old part of the building. The room was certainly 'old' but very tired. It looked in need of repainting and recarpeting. The boiler did not work and on a boiling hot day, there was no cold water in the taps to drink. We had to run the water for at least 10 minutes to get some. There was no hot water for a shower. I know the temperature was high (about 32) so we just accepted it was part of staying in a lovely old building. I just think that historic rooms need extra care - this historic was jaded and tired too. The building itself is beautiful but just needs some extra TLC.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • solo_traveller • gb
5
Lovely place to stay but some things need sorting out.
Pros:

The room was lovely and had a comfortable bed and a full size bath in the bath room.

Cons:

The room didn't have any air conditioning and because it was up in the attic the temperature was unbearable even with the window wide open. In the morning - when it was slightly cooler - I went to have a shower and there was no hot water. This had broken (I found out later).
At breakfast, the first cup I took out of the tray - was filthy. It was as if a dirty cup had just been put back in with the clean ones. I was not impressed with this - nor was I impressed with the 'young staff' who didn't make any comment to apologise for this. He just didn't seem to have been trained in what to say.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • gb
10
Awesome, relaxing and indulging!
Pros:

I loved the heritage and history, the staff were great and the cleaning team were awesome.
The reception was brilliant and the whole atmosphere was welcoming and friendly.
Considering the intense heat and humidity it was obvious the Hotel didn’t have any air conditioning in the rooms but that was forgivable under the unusual circumstances. The afternoon and morning reception were terrific, very friendly and a a treat to e gage with. Look forward to my next stay and some more historical knowledge to be imparted by Nickolas the Napoleon specialist!! Lol’s…

Cons:

All the above…

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Young man on reception was exceptional.
Breakfast was good, room was clean and comfortable, and whilst a bit hot, so are our rooms at home at the moment. The fan worked and definitely helped.

Cons:

Paying for parking.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Convenient

Cons:

Had to pay extra for parking

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Ted • couple • gb
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee