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Whately Hall

3.0 star property

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A historic building with a well-maintained lawn and blooming magnolia trees.
A room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a large mirror above the fireplace.
A historic building with a well-maintained lawn and blooming magnolia trees in the foreground.
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a stone building with a clock tower in the background.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a mix of modern and classic furniture styles.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Explore the area

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17-19 Horse Fair, Banbury, England, OX16 0AN
  • Place, Banbury Cross
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Spiceball Country Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Spiceball Leisure Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the cityscape.

Classic Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Cosy Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a television on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Cosy Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and a vase with flowers.

Family Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Main House Double room

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a small table with a lamp.

Main House Double room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Main House Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a laptop and water bottle.

Main House Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

Superior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Wing Double

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Banbury

Whately Hall puts you in the heart of Banbury, steps from Banbury Cross and within a 10-minute stroll of People's 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 walk of this 3-property class Banbury hotel include Tooley's Boatyard and Banbury Museum and Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Banbury Cross - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Spiceball Country Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Banbury Museum and Gallery - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Woodgreen Leisure Centre - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Spiceball Leisure Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kosk - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Three Pigeons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Apothecary Tap - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde Reindeer - ‬4 min walk
  • Banbury Kebab & Burger House

About this property

Whately Hall

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 3-star 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 a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. 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 self 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
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. 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

Banbury Mercure
Banbury Whately Hall
Mercure Banbury Whately
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Mercure Whately Hall
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Mercure Whately Hall Hotel
Mercure Whately Hall Hotel Banbury
Whately Hall
Whately Hall Banbury
Accor Whately Hall Hotel
Mercure Banbury Whately Hall Hotel
Whately Hall Hotel
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Mercure Banbury Whately Hall

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 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whately Hall on 16 Aug 2026 start from NZ$163, 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.

Whately Hall Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1015 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! The night manager could be nicer, but otherwise such a cool place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast selection and efficient friendly staff. Nice room, not too hot which makes a nice change. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enclosed car park (free), nice breakfast and quiet rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfy beds, lovely place, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely room in main building, staff are so helpful & friendly, everyone has a smile on their face. Lovely cooked breakfast which set us up each day on our short stay. It's a great base to visit the surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMMAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, clean and personell very welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within walking distance of shops, pubs and restaurants so perfect location with free parking. We stayed in a very comfortable suite lots of space to relax and lovely view over the garden. Very quiet at night and a good selection of food for breakfast hot and cold. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room in the Main building was spacious & spotlessly clean. Our greeting on arrival was warm & efficient. The free parking is ideal. Well done & thank you to the whole team.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well ran hotel, clean, easy check in and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location to stay in Banbury - The hotel has real character including modern facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok, little bit tired looking some of the rooms, parking was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linsey-sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The team are so helpful and polite. Nothing was too much trouble. I asked for a change of room and Kunal sorted it straight away. The breakfast was delicious and our room was lovely. We will stay again, lovely place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel - room was refurbished and very comfortable. We ate in the sports bar and the food was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely overnight stay. Staff were really friendly and exceptionally helpful. A really beautiful old building. Buffet breakfast was good. Had a very pleasant evening meal there too. Grounds were delightful. Stayed in one of their suites. Really spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel we had a recently refurbished room which was great and refurbushment is still ongoing but didnt make any difference to us breakfast was good plenty of selection but cooked food could have been better
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay here regularly as Son and family live close by Staff always friendly and very accommodating Rooms been redecorated since last visit in March Only complaint would be no working electric car charger points
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MICHELE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is being renovated in areas and what is done is very nice. The only complaint I have are the pillows, they are so hard and not comfortable to sleep on.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Right in the centre of beautiful banbury. Good choice of cider.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anne

Central location but hotel is tired looking which is a shame as it’s a beautiful building
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great breakfast was good definitely would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable and clean. In middle of town, handy for restaurants. Staff were helpful as always.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean room, friendly staff and great breakfast with gluten free and alternative non dairy milk options. Would definitely stay again if in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026