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The Crown & Thistle

4.0 star property
Inn with free breakfast, steps from Thames River

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Reception hall
Courtyard
Honeymoon Double Room (Four Poster Bed) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Courtyard
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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18 Bridge Street, Abingdon, England, OX14 3HS
  • Place, Abingdon Abbey
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Christ Church College
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Double Room (Four Poster Bed) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Honeymoon Double Room (Four Poster Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Abingdon

The Crown & Thistle places you next to Thames River and within a 5-minute walk of Thames Path. This 18-room, 4-star inn welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Abingdon Abbey - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of Oxford - 12 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Christ Church College - 12 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Oxford Castle - 13 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • New Theatre Oxford - 13 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Abingdon Culham Station - 4 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nags Head - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ASK Italian - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Narrows (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pablo Lounge - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Crown & Thistle

Inn with free breakfast, steps from Thames River
Guests of The Crown & Thistle enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Crown Thistle Hotel Abingdon
Crown Thistle Hotel
Crown Thistle Inn Abingdon
Crown Thistle Abingdon
Crown Thistle
The Crown Thistle Inn
The Crown Thistle
Crown Thistle Inn
The Crown & Thistle Inn
The Crown & Thistle Abingdon
The Crown & Thistle Inn Abingdon

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Crown & Thistle?

The Crown & Thistle offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Crown & Thistle?

This inn is located in Abingdon, just steps from Thames River and Abingdon Abbey, and within a short walk of Thames Path. You'll also find Millets Farm Centre and Frilford Heath Golf Club within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Crown & Thistle?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Crown & Thistle have a casino?

No, The Crown & Thistle doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Crown & Thistle?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Crown & Thistle?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like bathrobes as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Crown & Thistle?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Crown & Thistle have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Crown & Thistle serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Crown & Thistle allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Crown & Thistle.

Does The Crown & Thistle have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

How close is the airport from The Crown & Thistle?

The closest major airport to The Crown & Thistle is Oxford (OXF), which is 15.8 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Crown & Thistle?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Crown & Thistle.

The Crown & Thistle Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 298 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 298 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 298 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 298 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 298 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

J

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond, Tacoma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and very quiet for being on the road
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great ,breakfast good and the staff great. Only issue was the paint on bathroomceiling was coming away due to leak or damp needed attention.enjoyed stay lots of resturants ,cafes and bars in area all in walking distance .river walks very close.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Aidan

Liked: Staff & service

Great if you like historical inns.

Very pleasant stay with helpful and friendly staff. The hotel is as close as you can get to the centre of Abingdon and from that point of view a great place to stay. It also has a great restaurant with great food and friendly staff. Unfortunately being a very old building, it is not disabled friendly, all the rooms are on the first and second floors, not lift, and very narrow stairs. Also we found the light switches in our room very confusing and we had to have our cardkeys reprogrammed a number of times.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good value

Lovely room, comfortable bed and great bathroom. Lots of stairs!! Breakfast and pub great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness

A normal room

Cleaning is important to me, however bathroom and bed were clean and organised, floor was dirty and dusty, and I couldn't take my shoes off. Without proper lighting, very dark. I may like a more modern area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Excellent service but a little run down

Lovely staff but starting to get run down. They boast of the £1.8m renovation but that was done in 2013, but it’s now showing signs of having nothing done since. The carpets are tatty and walls marked. The restaurant food is solid and waitstaff attentive. Overall a solid 4 out of 5
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel full of character and comfort

Great stay with great service from all staff in hotel and in restaurant. The room had great character as did the whole building, so pleased places like this still exist. Will continue to return here going forward.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Overnight stay meeting friends

Great location, friendly hotel and a superb breakfast. The room was small but comfortable, but I noticed the bathroom ceiling was in need of some repair.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Abby

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Pretty place, nice food, but sadly V uncomfortable

The building and room was very pretty! The bed was comfortable and the pub food and drink was great too. But.. the room was freezing (the tiny heater provided didn't warm the space) so I slept terribly, the outside noise was loud, I could hear people even just talking in the next room, the hot water was non existent for the sink and the shower was either scalding or ice cold. Also the bottom of the bath was weirdly warped and very uncomfortable to stand on. Lastly there was not enough privacy in the bathroom. The giant window was only half frosted, and still mostly clear. The window looked out onto the main road and directly into the windows opposite. There was no blind, only a voile curtain that again offered no privacy. I felt incredibly uncomfortable in there. I was there one night for business. Maybe there was an issue with the heating and water whilst I was there. Without this i might not have noticed the other issues so much, but sadly I was just cold and exhausted when I left.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely historic coaching inn with excellent food and wonderful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

N

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay here. Could use some updating to decor, but comfortable stay with great setting and wonderful breakkfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room. Very close location to the town centre. Cose to many places to eat. Also has a linked restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff in the restaurant were extremely attentive to our every need & could not have been more pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025