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Whately Hall

3.0 star property
Hotel in Banbury with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Lunch and dinner served, international cuisine
Property grounds
Deluxe Double Room
Property grounds
Indoor wedding

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept

Explore the area

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17-19 Horse Fair, Banbury, England, OX16 0AN
  • Spiceball Country Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Broughton Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Farnborough Hall
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Oxford (OXF)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Banbury

Whately Hall places you in the centre of Banbury, within just a 15-minute stroll of Banbury Museum and Gallery and Spiceball Country Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Berkeley, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Horton Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Banbury hotel include Broughton Castle and The National Herb Centre.

What's nearby

  • Spiceball Country Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Broughton Castle - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Farnborough Hall - 13 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Upton House - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Hook Norton Brewery - 20 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

  • Banbury Station - 12 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinto Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Exchange - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Apothecary Tap - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde Reine Deer Inn - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Whately Hall

Hotel in Banbury with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Whately Hall. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Banbury hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1632
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Whately Hall offers 69 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Berkeley
  • Horton Bar
  • SWIFT

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (100 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1632
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

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
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 7.95 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

Property Registration Number 14740890

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Whately Hall?

Yep, Whately Hall has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Whately Hall?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whately Hall on 15 Sept 2025 start from NZ$167.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Whately Hall serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is on offer on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Whately Hall?

No, Whately Hall does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Whately Hall?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Whately Hall?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Whately Hall?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Whately Hall Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 174 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

dale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very nice hotel full of character, only downside is no lift to get to your room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property looks very grand and in a great location. Its only when you're inside that you can see from the renovation works that most common areas and rooms are in urgent need of a make over. Saying that, the cleanliness of the rooms and in particular the bathrooms was quite poor. I'd suggest that someone checks after the cleaners have finished, shower heads with so much lime build up that the water struggles to come out is basic. Once cleaned and with so much lime scale on my hands the head was acceptable. Stains on the side of the bath that appeared watered down blood, hair on the floor and door handles and door surrounds filthy just shouldn't happen. Breakfast was acceptable, very hectic and rushed. To have one lady trying her best to serve everyone and look after cleaning tables when a team member lets the hotel down just isn't fair. We felt for the lady and support from another part of the hotel should have been provided. Average stay, nothing to say "yes we need to go back there".
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint old hotel with friendly staff and impressive garden area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Athol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old building
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, convenient for town centre
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were a group of 8 friends with 6 rooms. Room i was in was clean the only downside of my room was the bed it was awful rock ,hard hard ,and by the look of it ancient ..other than that great stay, great food breakfast was mint ,staff were great just need a new bed in room 107.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean and tidy, excellent decor and facilities. Would recommend whately. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay, helpful staff, good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We loved the location and the room once we were in it. We didn’t like that we weren’t made aware of the building renovations and our room access was through either the builders materials or stacked up furniture.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Tony

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had wasn’t hoovered and the bed was on a slope, there was no aircon, just a fan, but that just circulated warm air. We had to open the windows where the the noise was bad until 2am.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A perfect location for exploring Banbury. A clean, quiet room with a comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
Hotel is a little tired with stained carpets throughout however it is very reasonable priced so can put up with stains! Bathrooms very nice as I would guess they have been refurbished. Staff nice and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Leah

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom had been refurbished the beds were very comfortable nothing really to dislike good breakfast pleasant staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Lovely hotel . Friendly staff . Nice food . Such a nice area to visit . Definitely coming back .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room. Great gardens
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great hotel

The most stunning building. Rooms are a bit tired as are the halls etc, but it was very clean. Very efficient and friendly check in. The food in the bar was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ben

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Very pleased with room and stay. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff are very helpful.and friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayshree

Stayed 1 night in May 2025