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Sturdys Castle is a 400 year old coaching inn that boasts a bar, restaurant, and free parking. Sturdy's Castles hotel is situated in a separate building behind the main pub. The accommodation is split over two levels, unfortunately there is not a lift to the second floor. If you require a ground floor room please contact us and we will be happy to accommodate requests where possible. We have 18 bedrooms that are a mix of Twin bedded rooms or King bedded rooms. We offer free WiFi and TV in our Rooms. In the mornings, guests can select breakfast from the breakfast menu. The restaurant also serves traditional dishes, pub classics and Indian Food. Sturdys Castle is located in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside, between the villages of Tackley and Kidlington. The location is convenient for visiting the market town of Woodstock which is home to Blenheim Palace, and is just 4 miles from the country inn and situated within 1 mile of London Oxford Airport. The university city of Oxford is just 20 minutes’ drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Kidlington
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Patricia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The accommodation was clean, well equipped and tastefully decorated and the pub itself has a very interesting layout. We particularly enjoyed our breakfast which was more than adequate, well cooked and presented and brought to our table by a...
  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly staff, good food, and a great breakfast. The room was comfortable, clean, and had tea & coffee facilities.
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great en route stopover. Quiet location with rooms behind the restaurant. Beautifully clean rooms. Delicious breakfast and the staff were all very friendly and helpful.
  • Brian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good stop over on way to Leicester Restaurant on site.
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was great. The rooms where spacious and clean. The food was excellent
  • Wyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was really good and “set us up” for the day. We ate dinner there from the Indian menu and both of us said it was the best Asian food we’d ever had and we live in an area of renowned Asian restaurants. The bed and pillows were really...
  • Glen
    Australia Australia
    Breakfast and dinner were very good and the staff were friendly. Close to attractions and transport.
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Food was excellent, location perfect for our needs. Staff attentive and very professional.
  • Julie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    really large room. was worth getting the deluxe room with our two large suitcases that needed a complete repack. Good heating and the only heated towel rail we've found in the UK you get biscuits and water bottles every day too. the toiletries...
  • Oliver
    Good size room, comfortable, clean. Friendly and helpful staff. Room could perhaps do with cheering up a bit but nothing to complain about and we felt it was good value for money. Very much enjoyed our Indian meal in the restaurant and we'd...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Sturdys Castle
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Children's playground
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:30
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please be aware that check-in after 23:00 hours will incur a penalty fee.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Sturdys Castle

  • Room options at Sturdys Castle include:

    • Double
    • Twin
  • Sturdys Castle has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant
  • Sturdys Castle offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Children's playground
  • Check-in at Sturdys Castle is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Yes, Sturdys Castle is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Sturdys Castle is 3.1 miles from the centre of Kidlington. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Sturdys Castle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.