The Dinton Hermit

Hotels
9.2 (554 reviews)
Water Lane , Dinton , gb

Facilities

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

Pros:
Exceptional service
Delicious food
Cons:
Soundproofing issues

Categories

Cleanliness
9.19
The room was exceptionally clean, which is always a big plus.
Service
9.66
Staff were very friendly, attentive, and accommodating.
Location
9.2
Conveniently located near attractions like Bicester Village and Waddesdon Manor.
Room Quality
8.65
Rooms were cozy and had everything needed; however, some soundproofing issues were noted.
Amenities
9.18
Well-equipped room with thoughtful amenities like bottles of water.
Value for Money
9.14
Overall good value considering the quality of the service and accommodation.
Food and Beverage
9.19
Food was excellent with a large selection of options available.
Overall Experience
9.36
A lovely stay overall, highly recommended.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 14:32

Property Description

Charming Countryside Retreat

Tranquil Garden Oasis: Enjoy the serene garden surroundings at The Dinton Hermit, perfect for a peaceful getaway.

Delicious Dining Experience: Indulge in mouthwatering meals at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the cozy bar.

Modern Comforts: Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms for a comfortable stay.

Experience relaxation and comfort at The Dinton Hermit. Book now for a memorable countryside escape.

Important information:

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 554 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.19
Service: 9.66
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 9.18
Value for Money: 9.14
Food and Beverage: 9.19
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Sally family_with_children gb
5
Pros:

It was during heatwave and the rooms were boiling. Bed linen had to be changed, but everyone friendly and helpful. Lovely location. Pub food average but breakfasst good.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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John family_with_children us
10
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Sophie solo_traveller gb
9
A great find!
Pros:

Lovely pub and rooms with just the right mix of character and modern. Beautiful, comfortable, clean rooms. Friendly, efficient staff. Delicious food and drinks. Couldn’t fault it!

Cons:

Nothin, it was lovely.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Hutchison family_with_children gb
9
perfect place for meeting a friend to spend an evening and breakfast catching up
Pros:

easy to find, very helpful friendly staff, delicious dinner and breakfast

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Tanya solo_traveller gb
10
Great hotel
Pros:

Staff were lovely
Food was amazing
Great value for money
Beautiful old place

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Guy couple us
10
Pros:

Stayed at the Dinton with a large group of friends. The staff were professional, helpful and went out of their way to make the stay good for all of us,
Meals were good, breakfast excellent.
Enjoyed the stay.
Rooms not huge, but comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Robert couple gb
10
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Jochen couple de
10
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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AJL couple gb
10
Stayed here for a special reason as I was visiting Coombe Hill.
Pros:

Beautiful location plenty of parking very relaxing atmosphere food was really nice the staff were extremely helpful we had our little dog with us and wasn't a problem, the room was very clean and comfortable breakfast in the morning was very nice and I liked that you could pick individual items and that it was locally sourced.I would definitely stay again.

Cons:

Nothing really.there wasn't anything I really disliked it was all a lovely stay.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
J
Janet couple gb
9
Friendly staff, good food, lovely room
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

Unfortunately so warm in room but it was a heatwave

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Great location. Lovely food.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
J
Jeff solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Marc solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
M
Martin solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Sally couple gb
7
Cons:

Rooms small very hot (it was during heat wave) food average

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Claire extended_group gb
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Barts21 solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Lovely rural location with fab views, delicious breakfasts, nice modern finish to the room and bathrooms.

Cons:

Somewhat pricey if you want to eat lunch/dinner, room a little on the small side and located on the car park so car's coming and going.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Clarissa couple gb
10
We had a wonderful stay, in a great location, with comfortable surroundings and the staff were lovely … coping admirably
Pros:

The staff were friendly, welcoming and informative. We had a spotlessly clean room (one of The Barn rooms) which had vaulted ceilings, a very comfortable bed and a wet room. The restaurant was airy, with trifold patio doors on opposite sides of the room, which gave it a lovely open feel. One side opened onto a large patio with plenty of tables for outdoor dining, plus more tables outside the bar. It was a wonderful mix of old and new. Plus the added bonus of a live jazz trio who were amazing. What more could you ask on a hot summer’s evening?

Cons:

Couldn’t fault it.

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
9
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller gb
8
Just great
Pros:

Lovely quiet location
Complimentary parking on site
Lovely staff
My room was super as was the evening meal.
Breakfast served from 7.00 which was handy for a quick getaway. Rather nice coffee too

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-24 via Nuitee