The Bay Tree Hotel

Hotels
9 (1252 reviews)
Sheep Street , Burford , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Comfortable quiet rooms
Exceptional staff service
Great breakfast selection
Rich in history
Cons:
Heating issues in rooms
Limited dining options
Small portion sizes during Christmas dinner

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
The hotel was cold and had some heating issues, which affected comfort.
Service
9.86
Staff were exceptionally helpful and welcoming.
Location
9.4
Perfect location, easy access to local shops and restaurants.
Room Quality
9.35
Rooms were comfortable and quiet.
Amenities
8.88
Nice amenities like secure parking are offered.
Value for Money
8.34
Some felt the price was steep for certain offerings.
Food and Beverage
8.39
Breakfast choice was excellent, but some food portions were small.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall enjoyable stay despite some noted issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:00

Property Description

Historic Charm and Character
Immerse yourself in the rich history and character of our 16th century Cotswold retreat. From the pinkish-purple wisteria blooms adorning the stone walls to the original stone fireplaces, every corner exudes charm and elegance.

Award-Winning Excellence
Experience the award-winning hospitality of Bay Tree, recognized as the Small Hotel of the Year at the National Enjoy England Excellence Awards 2011. With a Gold Award for Excellence, our commitment to quality and service shines through in every detail.

Tranquil Gardens and Relaxing Retreat
Unwind in our peaceful walled gardens or cozy up with a book from our library in the comfort of our oak-paneled public rooms. Let the serene ambiance and warm hospitality turn your stay into a truly unforgettable experience.

Book your stay at Bay Tree today and indulge in a blend of history, luxury, and tranquility.

Important information:

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. The hotel will contact you within 48 hours to advise these policies.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1252 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 9.86
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 9.35
Amenities: 8.88
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 8.39
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Glyssa couple gb
4
2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Felipe solo_traveller cl
9
2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Anne couple gb
6
Nice hotel decor etc but service and food a bit of a let down
Pros:

The location was great and the building was pretty.

Cons:

Breakfast was poor both days - poached eggs was only one egg, husbands full English was very small - one hash brown, one tomatoe, one rasher bacon and sausage. Beans were totally overdone and cheap. It was difficult to find staff in evening to get a drink/coffee. Felt like inexperienced staff with little training. Room wasn’t cleaned after first night.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Silvia solo_traveller nl
9
Pros:

Wij hadden een fijne tuinkamer en maakte ook graag gebruik van de tuin. Want we hadden geweldig ( zonnig) weer in augustus. Burford is heel charmant en de ligging van t hotel is perfect, je loopt zo naar de hoofdstraat met leuke winkeltjes,supermarktje en bakkerij. Een heerlijk ontbijtservice met super vriendelijke serveersters. De service van het hotel is geweldig!! Geen vraag is te gek. We mochten zelfs even de stofzuiger lenen om de huurauto uit te zuigen.

Cons:

Mijn matras zakte door, ondanks hun fijne hulp ( een extra topper), hielp dat niet.
Materiaal wat gedateerd, dat geeft natuurlijk de Engelse charme. Maar de kraan en douche, raamsluiting doet t, maar heeft wel mankementen ( dat is wel jammer)

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple gb
8
Perfect apart from the coffee
Pros:

Quintessentially Cotswolds.

Cons:

The breakfast coffee was served in the cup and it was cold

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Keith couple gb
8
Pros:

breakfast

Cons:

shower facility in bathroom

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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lyndsay couple gb
3
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Ioanna extended_group gb
10
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Fantastic place to stay just off the High street. Staff were all really chatty and helpful. Lovely breakfast. Great Gardens and plenty of spaces on car park.

Cons:

Nothing. Everything perfect 👌

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Beverley solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Everything it's a gorgeous place to stay.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Marianna family_with_children it
10
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Rrebecca couple gb
8
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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tajwoodgate Family Hungerford, Berkshire, England
4
Lunch
Pros:

Lunch only: disappointing, food used to be wonderful but now very ba sic thrown together without much thought. Chocolate mousses were very good but the asparagus and goats cheeses salad were. Not.Staff were very good, all friendly and capable

2026-07-28 via Tripadvisor
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Claire extended_group gb
10
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Emma couple nz
10
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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657karena Couples Denham, Buckinghamshire, England
8
Lovely stay at the Bay Tree Hotel
Pros:

We had a lovely stay at the Bay Tree Hotel which is in a perfect location and has a great atmosphere. The staff were all very friendly and welcoming, especially Anya at the Reception who was lovely, and the breakfast was excellent.

We stayed in the Ash Room, which is at the very top of the pub. The room itself was lovely, clean and comfortable. To make it even better, it would really benefit from some better cooling, especially during warmer weather, and a small fridge would have been a welcome addition.

Overall, we had a very enjoyable stay and would happily return.

2026-07-24 via Tripadvisor
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Donna couple gb
10
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Karen couple gb
8
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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richard solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Great staff, lovely rooms, fantastic food.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Haddi solo_traveller is
8
2026-07-22 via Nuitee