Kings Arms Hotel

Hotels
6.5 (760 reviews)
40 Market Square , Bicester , gb

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good value
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Lack of amenities
Noise from surroundings

Categories

Cleanliness
5.83
Several reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, indicating room quality was not always up to standard.
Service
7.8
Positive comments on staff friendliness and helpfulness were noted, reflecting good service.
Location
8.34
Many reviews highlighted a great location with ample parking, contributing positively to the score.
Room Quality
6.29
Room quality varied; some mentions of tired decor but also comments on comfort.
Amenities
5.32
Lack of essential amenities like WiFi and restaurants impacted the score negatively.
Value for Money
7.28
Good value was noted, especially in terms of spaciousness and overall costs.
Food and Beverage
4.83
Limited food options and lack of on-site dining were frequently mentioned as drawbacks.
Overall Experience
6.3
Mixed experience reported, with satisfactory service in a decent location, yet issues with cleanliness and amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 10:57

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Bicester

Garden Oasis: Relax in our tranquil garden and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Delicious Dining: Indulge in exquisite meals at our on-site restaurant and unwind at the bar.

Modern Comfort: Each room features a flat-screen TV, cozy bedding, and a private bathroom for your convenience.

Experience luxury and comfort at Kings Arms Hotel in Bicester. Book now for an unforgettable stay.

Important information:

An upgrade to the existing room rates with Full English breakfast at £10 per person and a Dinner (2 course meal at £17.50 per person) on the each room type. Breakfast Timings- Mon-Fri- 6.30 am to 9.30 am and Sat-Sun-8.00 am to 10.30 am

An upgrade to the current room rates is available, including a Full English breakfast for £10 per person. Breakfast is served Monday to Friday from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and Saturday to Sunday from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

6.5
Based on 760 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.83
Service: 7.8
Location: 8.34
Room Quality: 6.29
Amenities: 5.32
Value for Money: 7.28
Food and Beverage: 4.83
Overall Experience: 6.3
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Lyn • couple • gb
4
Very disappointing
Pros:

Location great. Staff were polite and helpful. Bed linen was clean and towels clean

Cons:

The room was scruffy and the bathroom scruffy with stained flooring. The window in the bedroom opened but could not be secured open. The room was very hot. We asked to change rooms but they only had a twin. No hot water in the shower in the morning

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • it
7
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
8
Good stay in a very convenient hotel that was full of character
Pros:

Room was comfortable but up a narrow staircase on the top floor. Bathroom was huge and there was a handheld shower. very soft towels.
Breakfast was not included but a very good breakfast was available at an exceptionally good price.
Parking was free but you did have to register the car.

Cons:

Steep stairs case could be an issue for some people or people was lots of luggage.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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paul • extended_group • gb
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Dan • couple • gb
7
An affordable, solid hotel for a short weekend away
Pros:

The room had a fan and hair dryer provided, which was very helpful. The bed was very comfortable and free parking on site in a private car park was a great benefit.

Location was very convenient as well for going to Silverstone via Bicester park and ride service. Check in/out was very flexible and efficient

Cons:

The shower had very low pressure, meaning the water came out more like a dribble. It was useable but not brilliant

There was a lot of noise outside around 3am on the Friday morning, not ideal and appreciate little the hotel can do about that. However we had to shut the windows which was unfortunate given the heat last weekend. So if there was a way to keep rooms cooler that would help

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • gb
10
Very happy with my stay
Pros:

Lovely hotel
Very helpful & polite staff
Car park was very accessible

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • gb
1
Sewage issues really bad experience and I stay weekly in hotels for work really bad I want a refund
Pros:

Horrible

Cons:

Everything

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • gb
7
Good
Pros:

Location good breakfast good

Cons:

Stairs just what we wanted good

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Ed • extended_group • gb
8
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Helen • family_with_children • gb
8
Brilliant value for money.
Pros:

It was very easy to find. More than enough private parking. Really easy to check in. Only issue I faced was my own fault as I didn’t check how to access the hotel after hours. However the out of hours number was answered and help was given to me. Brilliantly placed for our needs and price was more than acceptable.

Cons:

The water temperature and pressure wasn’t great but I managed and I don’t think it’s anything the hotel could influence? Only one set of towels were provided.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Ken • solo_traveller • gb
7
Adequate
Pros:

Location perfect.

Cons:

No cereal or fruit juice available for breakfast

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Barry • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Central easy to get anywhere

Cons:

1 Only one key card for each room

2 Safety.. no slip mat in bath when using the shower

3 NO FAN IN ROOM

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
2
Never staying there again, horrible experience & should have cancelled & slept in my car it would have been more
Pros:

Only the location

Cons:

Everything in the room, it’s location in the hotel which was in a terrible roof location, no curtains,not even a shower curtain, big hole in the inside of the door, not light switch as you entered the room only a lamp which at night you cannot find at night time.
A very narrow staircase which was terrible hard to manage yiu case up or down!!

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
7
It served its purpose
Pros:

Car parking and location

Cons:

No air con and the fan was ineffective

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Kris • solo_traveller • gb
5
Not worth the money. I stayed here as a contractor so I’m looking for decent well priced places which it wasn’t too bad
Pros:

Location was brilliant bang in the centre and free parking.

Cons:

I’ve never known shower pressure as low in my life. A 2 minute shower turned into 20 mins as it was that hard to wash soap off myself. Room wasn’t clean at all. I put the please clean my room sign up and when I returned all that had happened was my bin emptied bed made and a new toilet roll. Bathroom was still mucky tea and coffee not restocked. Just generally un clean

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • solo_traveller • gb
7
Nice period Hotel
Pros:

Staff very friendly and helpful, good breakfast

Cons:

Thought the Room could have done with a bit of refurbishment, for example cracked toilet seat, shower very weak, various bits of trim / silicone around bath and toilet coming apart and seen better days. No Aircon but there was a fan. I got a good deal as booked in advance

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • hr
9
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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simon • couple • gb
8
Very good . Super friendly, helpful and professional staff !!
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Ian • extended_group • gb
8
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee