The George Inn

Hotels
8.6 (1250 reviews)
Lower Street Barford St. Michael , Barford Saint Michael , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Cozy atmosphere
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent food quality
Outdated furnishings

Categories

Cleanliness
7.43
Multiple reviews highlighted cleanliness issues, with several mentions of dirty tables and overlooked details.
Service
9.9
Generally positive sentiments regarding staff friendliness and attentiveness.
Location
9.94
The location is praised for being peaceful and lovely, enhancing the stay.
Room Quality
8.39
Some rooms were comfortable but complaints about outdated furnishings and unclear heating issues were noted.
Amenities
8.92
Amenities were satisfactory, though some reviews mentioned missing features such as luxurious bath products.
Value for Money
7.88
Comments indicate mixed feelings regarding the value, with some guests feeling overpriced for the experience.
Food and Beverage
7.43
The food received multiple complaints for being bland and lacking options, impacting the overall satisfaction.
Overall Experience
8.9
Despite several issues, many reviews still reflect overall enjoyment but with some disappointment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 14:14

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Beautiful Gardens
Located in Barford Saint Michael, just 21 km from Blenheim Palace, The George Inn offers a 5-star experience with a garden, free private parking, and a terrace. Indulge in the comfort of well-equipped rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, garden views, and coffee machines. The private bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries and plush bed linen, ensuring a relaxing stay.

Exceptional Dining Experience
Savor delicious meals at the on-site restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar. Room service is also available for guests wanting to dine in the comfort of their rooms.

Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy free WiFi throughout the property and explore nearby attractions such as the University of Oxford and Walton Hall. With Birmingham Airport just 74 km away, The George Inn is the perfect choice for your next getaway.

Important information:

Please note that pets are not allowed in the following room types: Deluxe King Room, Deluxe Double Room and Deluxe Double Room with open Bathroom.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1250 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.43
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.94
Room Quality: 8.39
Amenities: 8.92
Value for Money: 7.88
Food and Beverage: 7.43
Overall Experience: 8.9
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paul • solo_traveller • gb
7
OK local village pub
Pros:

Room was fine, staff were friendly but good was not as good as the reviews led me to expect - basic pub fare.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • couple • gb
8
It was lovely but the beds do let it down
Pros:

Good location and friendly helpful staff

Cons:

The beds were very uncomfortable.

Also having a little kitchenette would be handy to store milk for tea or dog food that needed a fridge.

Also we were late checking in due to traffic and needed dinner however they had stopped serving food in the pub as it was a Sunday and the staff didn’t know anywhere else that would serve us. We were told to google places. This needs to be clearer on bookings especially if your coming on a Sunday

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Lord Dunabunk • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fantastic inn in a great location...
Pros:

Fantastic find - ideal location for my following days work - brilliant friendly atmosphere - great menu - definitely worth a stay.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Philip • extended_group • gb
10
Very nice inn rooms were lovely and comfortable and large clean and tidy,staff were very friendly and the food was great
Pros:

I liked the staff,size of room,food

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
9
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Jeff • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely charming property, food was very good, staff were great.
Pros:

Charming old English pub with incredibly friendly feel.

Cons:

Not a real criticism, but would have loved a/c in the bedroom.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Mara • couple • de
8
Immer wieder :)
Pros:

Schöne Zimmer, toller Pub, gemütliche Atmosphäre und entspannt mit Hund :)
Der Ort ist total zauberhaft

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Steven • solo_traveller • gb
10
A wonderful peaceful retreat
Pros:

Very calm, peaceful and quiet. The staff were lovely. The room was quirky but calm and functional. Food was excellent. The breakfast and dinner were pretty much fine dining quality. The village in which it resides and the people I met there were lovely too. I could live here happily.

Cons:

Some other guests were a bit rowdy but that's not the hotels fault!

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • gb
10
Lovely location would definitely return
Pros:

Lovely room and a lovely location. Breakfast was really lovely, but it would’ve been nice to see cereals and pastries or even some fruit.

Cons:

As I said above, maybe would’ve been better to have a variety of breakfast items even asking if you wanted extra toast

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Oliver • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Quiet clean and friendly, good food although a little on the expensive side, good parking.

Cons:

Room compact for the price. Had a problem with the bath plug both filling and emptying had to leave the water in, the staff said they would sort it after we left.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Ivo • couple • lv
10
Pros:

Nice staff, nice breakfast.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Clifford • solo_traveller • gb
9
Amazing food
Pros:

The restaurant food was amazing, breakfast was top notch and the evening meal was amazing

Cons:

The bedroom curtains weren't blackout and a light shone in the room all night.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • au
9
Lovely English pub with friendly start and good food!
Pros:

Great breakfast and friendly staff

Cons:

Needs more windows to open

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Katherine • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
8
We stayed for one night prior to a family wedding and it was ideal. Would visit again
Pros:

The location was very good the garden rooms were delightful and comfortable. The only disappointment was the temperature of the water - the anticipated relaxing soak wasn’t possible, either in the evening or the morning.
Breakfast was excellent, all freshly cooked to order and generous, no tepid buffet and packaged cereal!

Cons:

Just the tepid water!

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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alison • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Lovely comfortable rooms and great breakfast.

Cons:

When we arrived there was no hot water. The young woman behind the bar tried her very best to sort it out, but it was obvious she had very little management support/back up, which was very challenging for her and us and meant there was no hot water for hours.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Romain • couple • lu
8
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
10
A comfortable and relaxing stay
Pros:

It was absolutely perfect for the two of us and our two small dogs. The room was large and the bed was very comfortable. Access straight onto the courtyard was great for the dogs. A great breakfast and lovely friendly, helpful staff. The village and The George Inn are picture perfect.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
6
Food was excellent and staff in the night time were friendly and efficient
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Lukewarm water in the morning resulting in cold showers

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee