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Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel

4.0 star property
Inn in Watlington with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Bar (on property)
Lunch and dinner served, British cuisine
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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London Road, Aston Rowant, Watlington, England, OX49 5SQ
  • Place, Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterstock Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Oxfordshire Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Courtyard View (Courtyard Side)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Watlington

Located within a leisurely stroll of Chiltern Hills, Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel is within a few miles (5 km) of Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway. This 44-room, 4-star inn has a restaurant along with conveniences like a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Waterstock Golf Club - 9 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Oxfordshire Golf Club - 11 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • The Raymond Blanc Gardening School - 11 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Hell-Fire Caves - 12 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Risborough Station - 12 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lions Of Bledlow - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cross Keys - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Falcon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪England's Rose - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel

Inn in Watlington with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include sofa beds, coffee makers, and portable fans. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the inn include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Kite Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room sofa bed
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • King sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per accommodation, per day
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Lambert Arms Inn Watlington
Lambert Arms Watlington
Lambert Hotel Watlington
Lambert Watlington
Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel Watlington
Mercure Thame Lambert Watlington
Mercure Thame Lambert Inn
Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel Inn
Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel Watlington
Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel Inn Watlington

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel?

Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel on Dec 14, 2025 start from $70.07, 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 see close to Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel?

This inn is located in Watlington within a short 14-minute walk of Chiltern Hills. Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway is also within a driving distance of 3 mi.

Is parking available on site at Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel good for couples?

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

Does Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Kite Restaurant.

Does Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel for a fee of GBP 20 per accommodation, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this inn for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel?

The closest major airport to Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel is Oxford (OXF), which is 21.3 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is around 25.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel.

Does Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel.

Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 485 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 485 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 485 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 485 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 485 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melodie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and very courteous. Food was freshly prepared and service was good. Everywhere was clean and well kept
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Evening restaurant service poor. Most staff appeared overwhelmed. No checkbacks, slow/forgotten drinks orders, lots of empty salt and peppers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Wasim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Breakfast could be much better, however evening meals were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Neil

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was not advertised correctly. We booked as air conditioning was included at the hotel and in the room we booked. Then they placed us in a room without - tiny, extremely hot room and we were not comfortable. Only thing they could offer was a fan, nothing else. We were then told we would hear back with refund options, but absolutely nothing has been done.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Little chance of sleeping in this hotel alongside a noisy road. It felt like our room was on top of the road! Badly designed bathroom. Not to be repeated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Nikki

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wet friendly staff and great food in the restaurant. Rooms ok but not very good air conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Ground floor room perfect as I struggle to walk. It was rather warm when we were staying and I was extremely glad we brought our own fan as no fan/air con in room. Bed a bit hard for me, ended up with sore back. Room clean and bed beautifully made. They forgot about our bathroom on 2nd morning. Breakfast was ok. But get there early as it’s not big area and you could wait ages to get a coffee/tea. Staff very pleasant and polite. At the disabled parking I pointed out that a nasty accident was waiting to happen as there was an unmarked drop at the planters onto a path. Definitely needs to be highlighted. Overall, it was a decent stay. We stayed there as is near our daughters in Chinnor. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for Garsington opera goers. Nice location. Pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Entirely satisfactory

Entirely satisfactory for a one night stay en route to elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Hotel User

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was dirty and the bathroom tiles were loose The bed sheets were not properly ticked in. I don’t think I would stay in such a place against.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Connie

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

10/10 Excellent

A

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

6/10 Okay

maria

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Okay

Room better than last time but not cleaning (hair etc on floor behind bathroom door). We went back as the breakfast was amazing last time but really not very good this time. A coach party had been in before us and everything needed topping up but was not topped up. Hardly any breads or pastries left, no yogurt and coffee machine was not working. Reception very good but waiter at breakfast grumpy. Not sure I would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran

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

Great hotel!

Loved everything about this hotel. Spacious room and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maguire

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David, Aughton Ormskirk

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice hotel with character. The staff are very welcoming, especially the gentleman on reception who was extremely helpful and very engaging. The room was comfortable with a good bathroom and bed - perfect hardness of mattress - and very quiet. Dinner was good - a perfectly cooked piece of cod in an interesting sauce and good ice-cream. The wine selection lacks French wine by the glass completely and in general there are far too many New World wines - why this common obsession? European wines are better and come from nearer, so kinder to the environment too. The breakfast is not as good as it should be. Cheeses in small cellophane packing are simply not acceptable in a 4-star hotel. There was a very sparse fresh fruit salad - tinned peaches and apples in syrup. The juices are all third rate. The pastries are OK, but one would expect hams and cheeses fresh and unwrapped. And it is tiresome to have to do absolutely everything oneself, though I know this is common in many three-star hotels. This one has four stars. If it is effectively a buffet, it should be a much more varied one. The cooked food looked disgusting but I can't say what it was like - I didn't want any. I might have enjoyed a freshly poached egg, had there been someone to poach it for me. In a similar level establishment in say Germany, there would be someone MAKING egg dishes. I didn't complain - I didn't want to embarrass the charming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

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

10/10 Excellent

Labib

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ercol Furniture

Business traveler

Standards are dropping

I was staying at the Mercure, Lambert Hotel, Watlington on Tues 1st April this week for a business trip, prior to visiting the ercol Head Office in Princes Risborough. I arrived at 9pm after a long journey, to be told the food service was closed. I was eventually given some food. Also, I was disappointed to find that the gym was closed during my stay. Breakfast too was a bit hit and miss on service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Demis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed, fantastic pillows, friendly staff, great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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