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The Crown & Thistle

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

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
18 Bridge Street, Abingdon, England, OX14 3HS
  • Abingdon Abbey
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • University of Oxford
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Oxford Castle
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Oxford (OXF)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Double Room (Four Poster Bed) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Honeymoon Double Room (Four Poster Bed)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

  • ‪Pablo Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Throwing Buns - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nags Head - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bella Napoli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Narrows - ‬3 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 luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. 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.

Languages

English, Italian, Romanian

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Crown & Thistle?

As of Jun 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Crown & Thistle on Jul 13, 2025 start from $141.97, excluding 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.

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 Frilford Heath Golf Club and Millets Farm Centre within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay 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.

Are there connecting rooms at The Crown & Thistle?

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 that I can book at The Crown & Thistle?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Crown & Thistle.

The Crown & Thistle Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 281 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 281 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 281 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 281 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 281 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel gave me a room with a gorgeous roll top bath as I had requested, so I was very grateful to enjoy a luxurious soak. I also was very happy with the breakfast; you can order anything off their menu, however it was inconvenient that breakfast wasn't served until 8am because I had a to be at a seminar in the centre of Oxford by 9am and I ended up arriving there late. I also could not find the car park so had to pay for the long stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Executive room was a good size but no armchair. Furnishing and carpets very tired
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

David

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

In need of a refurb and no hot water.

A quirky town pub hotel. In need of a refurb. Entrance and hallway/ stair carpets worn and tattered. Room dark and dingy. No hot water and not enough water pressure for a morning shower. We will not be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Very nice little hotel. Free parking which is great. Breakfast was made to order. Rooms were clean and very spacious
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

asha

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this everytime I visit this side of Oxford
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Alister

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Overnight stop

Comfortable bed, big bathroom. Local to theatre.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel fantastic breakfast great service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024