The George Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (1548 reviews)
High Street , Wallingford , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
No lift for upstairs rooms
Expensive solo rates
Mixed quality of food

Categories

Cleanliness
7.91
Rooms were noted to be clean, but experienced some dated aspects.
Service
8.88
Staff were consistently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
8.92
Terrific location in a charming village with easy access to surrounding areas.
Room Quality
8.37
Rooms were well-presented and comfortable, though some were noted to be dated.
Amenities
7.9
Basic amenities available, with added bonus of dog-friendly offerings.
Value for Money
7.86
Room rates were considered somewhat high for solo travelers.
Food and Beverage
7.41
Mixed reviews on food quality, particularly the Christmas Day menu, though other meals were enjoyed.
Overall Experience
8.38
Overall experience was very positive with a memorable stay, despite a few issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 10:33

Property Description

Historic 16th-Century Coaching Inn:
Experience the charm of The George Hotel, a 16th-century coaching inn located in the heart of Wallingford.

Luxurious Amenities:
Indulge in the comfort of private en suite bathrooms, Sky TV, and free Wi-Fi in every room. Additional conveniences like hairdryers, tea/coffee facilities, and laundry services ensure a pleasant stay.

Diverse Dining Options:
Savor traditional English dishes at Wealh’s Restaurant, opt for lighter fare at The Bistro, or enjoy drinks and real ales at The Tavern Bar. The hotel's courtyard provides a picturesque setting for your dining experience.

Book your stay at The George Hotel for a delightful blend of history, comfort, and culinary delights.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: NWI

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1548 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.91
Service: 8.88
Location: 8.92
Room Quality: 8.37
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 7.86
Food and Beverage: 7.41
Overall Experience: 8.38
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Chapman • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Staff very helpful and friendly

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • family_with_children • be
8
Rien à reprocher
Pros:

Hôtel regroupant plusieurs bâtiments anciens bien conservés et très soignés. Petit déjeuner copieux. Chambre très soignée et confortable . Parking

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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P • extended_group • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

All aspects of stay were very good

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
3
Great staff
Pros:

Local to town

Cons:

Bed small mattress uncomfortable

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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richard • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
9
Great little hotel
Pros:

Great small hotel. Very comfortable room. Nice breakfast and good food served in the restaurant. Recommended

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Keith • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The location is great. Room ok.

Cons:

The bar is a bit meh, and not conjusive to a quite beer or two (some of the local bars and pubs have much more going for them).

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Katherine • couple • ch
10
Pros:

Nice quirky ancient but well-renovated building, nice large room and good bathroom, friendly and efficient staff, perfect location for Thames Path. We will return to this hotel.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Don • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Timothy • family_with_children • gb
8
Comfortable and happy stay with a breakfast fit for royalty
Pros:

Clean, comfortable and great location. The staff were friendly. The breakfast was excellent!

Cons:

Everything felt a little stale and tired, maybe it's time for a freshen up.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • gb
8
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
8
Always enjoy staying at the George.
Pros:

Traditional

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • gb
6
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • gb
8
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Marc • extended_group • gb
8
Pleasant stay. Very accommodating staff. 6 of us bikes. Provided secure storage for bikes too.
Pros:

Location, nice sized rooms

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
8
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • au
3
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

It needs updating, no fridge in the room.
And noisy.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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hmbw • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Very welcoming. Pleasant room. Excellent breakfast. In the middle of the town.

Cons:

I would have liked a vegetarian option on the dinner menu (lucky I'm not vegetarian).

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • couple • de
8
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee