Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Clean and comfortable rooms
Great location
Cons:
Room was cold initially
Dinner and breakfast ended early

Categories

Cleanliness
9
The hotel was clean and well-maintained based on multiple positive reviews.
Service
9.5
Staff were friendly, helpful, and accommodating throughout various reviews.
Location
9
Superb location as noted in several reviews, particularly for countryside access.
Room Quality
9
Guests noted lovely large rooms and comfortable beds.
Amenities
9
Amenities were well-received, including a cozy bar and good breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.5
Overall value is great with positive remarks about the food and experience.
Food and Beverage
9
Food was excellent and varied, receiving consistent praise from guests.
Overall Experience
9
General sentiment across reviews suggests a consistently positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 05:55

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts
The White Hart Hotel and Restaurant, with over 400 years of history, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comforts. Each of the 24 en-suite bedrooms, including cottage suites and luxurious four-poster beds, is individually designed, ensuring a one-of-a-kind experience for every guest.

Gastronomic Delights and Cozy Atmosphere
Indulge in superb fresh food at the hotel's restaurant or unwind in the warm and welcoming bars with crackling log fires. The resident's lounge provides a cozy retreat, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring the picturesque village of Dorchester-on-Thames and its surroundings.

Convenient Location for Exploring
Located just 8 miles south of Oxford, The White Hart Hotel is an ideal base for visitors looking to explore Oxford and the nearby attractions. With private parking available on-site, guests can conveniently venture out to discover the beauty and charm of the countryside.

Experience the perfect blend of history, comfort, and culinary delights at The White Hart Hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable countryside getaway.

Important information:

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for £15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 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

9
Based on 911 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9
F
Francesca • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
K
Karen • couple • au
10
A cute, quaint hotel with fabulous food, lovely dining area, bar and overall ambiance
Pros:

In particular the food was beyond our expectations for a small English village. The staff were
fabulous, very friendly and at the same time professional. Even though we overslept the time for breakfast they went out of their way to cater for us. .

Cons:

We were there during a heat wave so a larger fan in the bedroom would have been nice. The cover on the fan also prevented much air flow.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
L
Liesbet • family_with_children • be
7
Ideaal voor doorreis en mogelijkheid om 's avonds lekker te eten in het restaurant van het hotel
Pros:

Mooi en gezellig hotel in een pittoresk dorpje. Vriendelijk personeel.
Gezellig en modern ingericht restaurant (apart van de pub) met lekker eten. Het ontbijt was ook in orde!
Goede en modern opgemaakte bedden.

Cons:

Je had in feite alles wat je nodig hebt. Alleen jammer van het verouderde sanitair in de badkamer: er kwam slechts een zwak straaltje water uit de kraan van de lavabo.
De douche/bad is verouderd, maar mits je aan te passen ging hij prima.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
K
Keith • couple • gb
8
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Pros:

Olde world exactly what we wanted

Cons:

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2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
A
A.F. • solo_traveller • nl
9
Heerlijke plek om te overnachten
Pros:

De lokatie van dit hotel is in het prachtige Dorchester-on-thames is heerlijk. De omgeving is mooi en het hotel ligt aan een rustige straat. Vlakbij the old Abbey. Het hotel is van alle gemakken voorzien. Een gezellige pub en apart restaurant gedeelte, waar ook ontbeten kan worden. De dame van het hotel bood ons een andere kamer aan omdat mijn man nogal lang is(1.94m). Dan zou hij minder vaak zijn hoofd kunnen stoten als we naar de kamer liepen. Hoe attent!! Kamer was bijzonder ruim met ook een bankje en grote stoel om te relaxen. Bed was groot en comfortabel

Cons:

Een van de weinige minpuntjes was het gebrek aan droogrekken voor de douchelakens in de badkamer. Als er wordt verzocht om meer dan 1x te doen met de handdoek is dat wel handig. Een wc borstel is wel zo prettig om indien nodig te kunnen gebruiken
Ook vonden wij het jammer dat er geen flesjes water op kamer stonden

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
G
GERMAINE • couple • cl
10
Buenísima
Pros:

Hermoso, cómodo y muy amables, pensamos que podíamos tener problemas con el inglés, ya que no lo hablamos, y nada! Todo súper expedito y el desayuno genial!

Cons:

No tenía enchufe europeo de dos patas redondas o adaptador, los que vamos de otros países necesitamos cargar nuestros celulares y aparatos!

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
J
John G Francis • solo_traveller • gb
9
Worth a Visit
Pros:

Nice meal, quiet room, and friendly atmosphere in the bar.

Cons:

Shower could do with a curtain and water pressure was slightly low

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
I
Indra • extended_group • gb
7
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
S
Samantha • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
J
Jim • couple • gb
9
We'll be back next time we go to Dorchester
Pros:

Delightful olde worlde establishment, complete with well in reception, splendid dining room and good breakfast

Cons:

It's getting a bit run down in places with frayed paintwork, and no loo brush

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
A
Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Very helpful staff, comfortable room with bath and shower over

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
M
Marco • extended_group • it
7
Cons:

Colazione

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
J
James • couple • gb
8
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
B
Barry • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

They resolved all our issues with good grace !

Cons:

A couple of big mistakes were made ie the wrong room was allocated on arrival and the starter arrived after the main meal but it was resolved promptly and to our satisfaction....well done and thank you !

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
P
Paul • extended_group • gb
9
Great hospitality from the genial host and his lovely staff.
Pros:

Historic coaching inn in lovely village. Quirky layouts to rooms and public spaces.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
R
Richard • couple • gb
8
Like the curate’s egg-good in parts
Pros:

Adequate. Limited choice of cereals and coffee could have been better.

Cons:

Advice on the closing time of the kitchen when we expected to have something to eat. We assumed that 7.30 on Sunday evening it would still be open when we booked on arrival. Nothing was said.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
J
John • extended_group • gb
8
A very nice hotel which met all the needs of our party for an overnight stay.
Pros:

Very nice hotel in an ideal location for our boating weekend on the Thames.

Cons:

Nothing major although our room (the Dorchester) was quite cold when we arrived. This was easily rectified when we turned on the radiators.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
Y
Yvonne • extended_group • gb
10
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
J
J3974LVdavidr • Couples • Greater London, England
10
Home from Home in the Cotswolds
Pros:

We were attending a party at the Crazy Bear Stadhampton and were looking for a dog friendly hotel close by to stay overnight and we came across the White Hart Hotel, Dorchester. We at the arrived pretty picturesque village and entered the equally attractive looking Hotel with loads of curb appeal. A period property oozing charm with a natural well in the reception area and 4 big jars of dodgy treats for your pooch. The welcome was warm, friendly and efficient. The room was clean, spacious and very comfortable with all amenities. The public areas have a modern, yet rustic touch a lovely restaurant, bar and lounge all very welcoming. After a very good nights sleep we had a great a la carte breakfast , all local produce. All the team led by GM Sean Harris were very, very friendly and professional. I would definitely return and recommend it as a great bolt hole for visiting the area. I forgot to mention the value for money is amazing and they do a special extended weekend offer.

2026-06-06 • via Tripadvisor
M
michael • solo_traveller • au
8
Good value
Pros:

Old fashioned pub, friendly staff, good food and handy location.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee