Whately Hall Hotel - Banbury
52.061048, -1.340489Overview
Historic 17th-century coaching inn with gardens and croquet lawn in Banbury centre
Historic Setting & Gardens
The Whately Hall Hotel Banbury is a 17th-century coaching inn set in its own gardens. The hotel offers a croquet lawn and outdoor furniture for guests to use. The original oak panelling and iron chandeliers remain in the Swift restaurant.
Dining
The Swift restaurant serves meals in a 17th-century setting with oak panelling, a fireplace, and iron chandeliers. The Horton bar provides a comfortable area with a snack menu. The hotel offers afternoon tea and a daily breakfast with hot and cold options.
Rooms & Accommodation
The Whately Hall Hotel has 69 well-appointed rooms including suites and classic doubles. Some rooms have been renovated with new bathrooms and comfortable beds. The property also offers Junior Suites with separate sitting areas.
Events & Business
The hotel provides flexible meeting and event spaces that can accommodate up to 120 guests. There are tailored wedding packages set in the hotel's gardens and historic rooms. Business travelers can use the conference facilities and free parking.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The Banbury Whately Hall Hotel is situated at Banbury Cross, 5 minutes from Broughton Castle. The hotel is 15 minutes from Blenheim Palace and close to the Cotswolds. Guests can easily walk to the Lock29 shopping district and Banbury Station.
- Historic Building: 17th-century coaching inn with oak beams and panelling
- Gardens: Croquet lawn and outdoor seating area
- Dining: Swift restaurant and Horton bar
- Events: Flexible spaces for up to 120 guests
- Parking: Free on-site parking at the rear
- Location: Central Banbury near Banbury Cross
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
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Coffee machine
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Picnic area/ Tables
Flat-screen TV
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Whately Hall Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 62 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 200 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 70.1 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Birmingham, BHX |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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