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The Holt Hotel

4.0 star property
A cozy country retreat where guests warm themselves by the fireplace after dinner, with beautiful gardens and convenient attractions just minutes away

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The Holt Hotel is a perfect base near the Oxfordshire Museum and Bicester Golf Club. Relax in the garden, warm up by the lobby fireplace, or enjoy breakfast at DuVall's Restaurant. Free WiFi keeps you connected, and the library offers a quiet spot with good books.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room / Quad Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room / Quad Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Bicester, The Holt Hotel is in a rural area. Oxfordshire Museum and Oxford Bus Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Blenheim Palace and Broughton Castle. Don't miss out on a visit to Fairytale Farm. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Steeple Aston travel guide
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Nr. Steeple Aston, Oxford Road, Oxfordshire, Bicester, England, OX25 5QQ

What's nearby

  • www.alamy.com
    Oxfordshire Museum
    14 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Blenheim Palace
    Blenheim Palace
    16 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • FM6C84 Bicester Village. England
    Bicester Village
    20 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Silverstone Circuit
    Silverstone Circuit
    37 min drive - 27.9 miles
  • Rousham House and Gardens
    5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bicester Heyford Station
    2 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Soho Farmhouse
    15 min drive
  • Yurt Café Nicholson’s Garden Centre
    5 min drive
  • Blake’s Kitchen
    15 min drive
  • Hay Barn
    15 min drive
  • Great Western Arms
    10 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 8.25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • DuVall's Restaurant
  • Highwayman's Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 8.25 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Holt Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Holt Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Holt Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Holt Hotel located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Rousham House and Gardens and within 9 mi (15 km) of Oxfordshire Museum and Blenheim Palace. Bicester Golf and Country Club and Bicester Village are also within 9 mi (15 km). Bicester Heyford Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Holt Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 778 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 778 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 778 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 778 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 778 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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Room was soacious and clean and quiet. Staff were very friendly. Breakfasts waz excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

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Excellent breakfast. Great location. Room very nice. Staff very friendly. Place not that “cute”.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a comfortable stay. Good size rooms , attentive staff and lovely breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The superior double room was really nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, large rooms food lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly. Room was wonderful, very clean and modern👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed in a Superior double room for the first time, its quite a lot better than the standard rooms we've stayed in many times previously! We are regular visitors, the Holt Hotel has become our annual pre-Christmas getaway, so I'm sure we'll be back :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast cooked to order. Staff lovely and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel. Spacious, good size room, very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kieron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was large. Shower powerful. Bed a bit too firm. Staff seem friendly. Bar area nice. Breakfast below par. Dried up fried eggs, bread for toasting not very nice. But overall it’s a nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and the bar man on the night was exceptionally good , polite , professional and around nice guy. Breakfast was excellent and room silent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Feels like home away from home. So friendly. From the front desk to the bar. Rooms are great. Has access to channels on the TV. Great if you’re heading to Soho Farmhouse or local events. Thank me later
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward M

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff, good food and peaceful atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and recently refurbished
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at this hotel - exceptionally clean, breakfast was fab and very convenient location!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Second visit to this hotel - it's position was great allowing us to visit Bicester Shopping Village, Oxford, a National Trust property over our 3 day visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff. Clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R

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Anotherenjoyable stay.

Another enjoyable weekend. Comfottable room, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good overnight stay.

Friendly staff, comfortable bed, clean room and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for visiting Blenheim, clean spacious room and fabulous breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay for a weekend celebrating a wedding. Room was lovely and clean. A nice breakfast also
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location for our travels.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023