Macdonald Bear Hotel, Oxford

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Standard King Room

Max 2 Adults

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This room features a seating area and complimentary still and sparkling water from our nearby water fountains.

Feature Double Room

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Guests will find either a four-poster bed or a canopy bed in the room, and period features throughout.The en-suite facilities contain Arran Aromatic toiletries.Additional amenities include a seating area and complimentary still and sparkling water from our nearby water fountains.

Standard Double Room

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This double room features a tea/coffee maker. Complimentary still and sparkling water from our nearby water fountains.

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Category	Facilities
Business facilities	Meeting/banquet facilities, Fax/photocopying.
Others	parking, bar, wifi, food.
Cleanliness & disinfecting	Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay.
Miscellaneous	Non-smoking rooms, Designated smoking area, Family rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Pet bowls, Non-smoking throughout.
Safety features	Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available.
Bathroom	Bath, Shower, Bath or shower, Hairdryer, Bathrobe.
Room Amenities	Fold-up bed, Ironing facilities, Heating, Desk, Safety deposit box.
Food & Drink	Fruits, Wine/champagne, Special diet menus (on request), Kid meals, Restaurant, Outdoor furniture, Packed lunches, Room service, Tea/Coffee maker.
Safety & security	Security alarm, 24-hour security, Fire extinguishers, CCTV in common areas, Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property.
Services	Wireless Internet.
Cleaning services	Daily housekeeping, Laundry.
Media & Technology	TV.
Services & Extras	Key card access.
Food & drink safety	All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas.
Common areas	Shared lounge/TV area.
Reception services	Express check-in/check-out, Invoice provided, Luggage storage, 24-hour front desk.
General	Pets allowed.
Physical distancing	Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed.
Entertainment and family services	Board games/puzzles.
Outdoor & View	Terrace.

About This Property

In picturesque Woodstock, just 20 minutes’ drive from Oxford centre, Macdonald Bear Hotel offers a restaurant. Set in a 13th-century inn, the rooms have period features. The traditional bedrooms at The Bear Hotel have been home to royals and film stars, including Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. All rooms have en suite bathrooms, satellite TVs, mini bars . All have antique furniture, and WiFi is accessible throughout. With bare stone walls, open fires and exposed beams, the atmospheric restaurant at Macdonald Bear serves an innovative British menu using fresh, seasonal produce. The bar offers fine wines, malt whiskies and real ales, and serves light lunches and snacks. Just a mile from Blenheim Palace, Bear Hotel Macdonald is surrounded by Oxfordshire’s beautiful countryside. Kirtlington Golf Club is a 10-minute drive away and The Wychwood Project is just 5 minutes’ drive away.

Guest Ratings For This Property

7.7

Based on 1743 Reviews

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Comfort

8.52

Cleanliness

8.38

Value For Money

7.19

Facilities

7.77

Guest Reviews

Timothy

young couple

5.0

Passable

Good hotel. Let down by very expensive food.

Location Staff Quirky

Food. Limited dinner menu. Expensive. Not good value for money. 20 for a continental breakfast was unbelievable.

Published on 04 Jan 2024

Gaynor

family with young children

9.0

Superb

Beautiful hotel in a wonderful lication

The location to Blenheim palace the history and the room. We were lucky enough to end up in one of the suites.

Published on 04 Jan 2024

Kerry

young couple

9.0

Superb

Lovely room located in a good position within the town

Situated in a lovely town and close to Blenheim Palace

The coffee with the breakfast wasnt great

Published on 03 Jan 2024

Anita

family with young children

8.0

Very good

Lovely New Year break

Great location, full of character, good food

My deluxe double room was lovely and spacious but my parents in law were in a double room that was tiny and just fit the bed in. Beds could be bigger in all rooms really. They are small doubles I think.

Published on 03 Jan 2024

Fiona

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

Breakfast was brilliant.

Problem with dinner being served in the bar. A long wait

Published on 02 Jan 2024

Jon

young couple

7.0

Good

Good base for exploring the area

Well located typical cosy country village hotel. Nice atmosphere.

Been staying here on and off for years now. Hotel felt a bit tired this time. Carpet worn and in need of deep clean or replacement. Saggy mattress. Cracked grouting around bathroom tiles. Shower head was grubby with scale. Minor, superficial things, but disappointing. Still had a cosy charm.

Published on 01 Jan 2024