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The Lion Wendlebury

3.5 star property

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Daily full breakfast (GBP 15 per person)
Front of property
Garden
Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior detail

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Wendlebury Road, Wendlebury, Bicester, England, OX25 2PW
  • Place, Bicester Avenue
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bicester Village
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Bicester

The Lion Wendlebury places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Bicester Golf and Country Club and Bicester Shopping Park. This 13-room, 3.5-star inn has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Bicester Avenue - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Bicester Village - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • University of Oxford - 13 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Blenheim Palace - 18 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Silverstone Circuit - 26 min drive - 25.5 miles

Getting around

  • Bicester North Station - 7 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Tua Pasta - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shan Shui - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Apartment - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cecconi’s - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Lion Wendlebury

Guests of The Lion Wendlebury enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a garden. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks are also available.

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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

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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

Lion Wendlebury Inn Bicester
Lion Wendlebury Bicester
Lion Wendlebury
The Lion Wendlebury Inn
The Lion Wendlebury Bicester
The Lion Wendlebury Inn Bicester

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Lion Wendlebury?

The Lion Wendlebury offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around The Lion Wendlebury?

This inn is located in Bicester, close to Bicester Village, Rousham House and Gardens, and Bicester Golf and Country Club. Bicester Shopping Park is also within a driving distance of 2 mi.

Will I be able to park at The Lion Wendlebury?

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

Does The Lion Wendlebury have a casino?

No, The Lion Wendlebury doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Lion Wendlebury?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Lion Wendlebury good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this inn.

Does The Lion Wendlebury have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Lion Wendlebury have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Lion Wendlebury serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Lion Wendlebury allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Lion Wendlebury for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Lion Wendlebury?

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

How far is the airport from The Lion Wendlebury?

The closest major airport to The Lion Wendlebury is Oxford (OXF), which is 11 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Lion Wendlebury?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Lion Wendlebury.

The Lion Wendlebury Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 214 out of 302 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 302 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 302 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 302 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 302 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

R

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

HELEN

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff, food excellent standard and quality. Rooms were spacious & very well appointed. The only downside was the sofa bed was very uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good and convenient stay. Staff could be more welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

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

Perfect for my dog and I

Natalia the manager was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff & food. Accommodation was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely old English pub. Car parking close to Bicester village for shopping
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Traveled with group

Disappointed

Easy parking, check in ok, room was nice shower was very good, restaurant menu was good, breakfast good if little expensive, drinks choice was very good, room service was poor, room not serviced as requested, nice stay overall , staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely Pub-hotel

Rooms really lovely. Location good close to Bicester. Pub also great. Cute village. You’ll need a car or be happy to get taxis.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great food

Great place, wonderful food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely old pub but beautifully fitted out for contemporary comfort. Very handy for a journey on M40 but in quiet pretty village.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Markus

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

Short stay

Nicely refurbished pub in quit location. Friendly staff, good food. Modern comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lion is a traditional pub/hotel in a lovely quiet village. The staff are very pleasant and helpful, food is excellent, rooms are spacious and clean with tea and coffee facilities. We will return here and I recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really surprised by how nice this was. Gorgeous pub and really nice rooms in a separate building. Standard of food is so unbelievably high! Make sure you come here for dinner too
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Swee Lin

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

Great Stay

I have stayed at the Lion Wendlebury previously and have no complaint about it. Room is spacious and water pressure is good. Wonderful stay for visiting Bicester Village.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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