The Bay Tree Hotel

Hotels
9 (1275 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 1275 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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Jamie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good all round
Pros:

The old charm, nice, period property. Brilliant location.

Cons:

A little too expensive for what you get. For the price i would expect additional features such as a spa facility or evening meal as part of the price, free minibar (examples)

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Malcolm • couple • gb
8
Lovely setting. Nice hotel , great breakfast food. a few niggles.
Pros:

Location. Building. Bedroom. Food at breakfast. Young bar staff worked hard. Excellent reception staff.

Cons:

Coffee at breakfast. Shower pressure not high enough. Need fridges in the bedrooms.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
R
Robin • couple • gb
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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marianne • couple • gb
4
Poor staff training. Hotel has good parking as a plus point
Pros:

The breakfast did not arrive because the staff failed to communicate with one another . We waited for an hour. Very young staff not being managed

Cons:

Over dinner our order was mixed up vegetables did not arrive but they were put on our bill we had to check to get the charge removed .

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Federica Beatrice • couple • it
9
Ottima location per un giro nelle costwalds
Pros:

Luoghi comuni e camera molto belli, colazione buona

Cons:

Abbiamo cenato lì la prima sera ma non è stata una cena eccezionale

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Wilma • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Location, amenities and lovely staff!

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
10
As good a place as you could stay if you want a classic Cotswold hotel.
Pros:

The lovely receptionist greeted us and announced that she had upgraded our room. A charming character hotel with an excellent breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Sandy • couple • gb
10
3rd time staying there, just love the character of the hotel, parking a bonus
Pros:

Excellent breakfast so much choice of fruits granola and cereals

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
J
James • solo_traveller • ie
6
Pros:

Location was good.Room was comfortable

Cons:

Bar service was dreadful and lacked any professional standard.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
10
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Cynthia • couple • gb
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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ian • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Maria Carmen • couple • es
9
Buen lugar para alojarse en los Cotswolds
Pros:

edificio emblemático en un pueblo precioso y en una calle tranquila

Cons:

bañera un poco incómoda

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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tomoko • solo_traveller • jp
7
ゆっくり近くを散策したい。
Pros:

雰囲気が良かった。
皆さん親切でした。

Cons:

ちょっと古い、
迷路みたいでした。

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
A
Angharad • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Friendly & helpful staff, room was clean & comfortable

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
5
Below average
Pros:

The location and history of the building

Cons:

Holes in curtains. Carpet thread bare. Overcooked and long delays with breakfast

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • couple • gb
7
Overall, it was a pleasant stay.
Pros:

The room was clean, tea and coffee facilities in the room especially the small bottle of milk rather than the usual small pods. The staff were friendly, polite and helpful. The welcome at reception was warm. The location was excellent for exploring the Cotswolds. The bed was comfortable.

Cons:

The lack of attention to detail for example; the ceramic top of the tap had fallen off, the blind was wonky when raised, the latch on bathroom door had been replaced but the old screw holes had not been made good, the shower leaked. It was difficult to find a place to park in the car park. The quality of the food could have been improved. We had planned to eat in the hotel restaurant both nights but changed our minds after the first evening meal.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
M
Michael • couple • gb
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • gb
9
Lovely hotel with welcoming staff
Pros:

Location

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee