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The Holt Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Rousham House and Gardens
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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Superior Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Food and drink
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Nr. Steeple Aston, Oxford Road, Oxfordshire, Bicester, England, OX25 5QQ
  • Place, Rousham House and Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Blenheim Palace
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Bicester Village
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪10 min drive‬
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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room / Quad Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room / Quad Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 412 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

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

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Single Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Bicester

Located 1.2 mi (2 km) from Rousham House and Gardens, The Holt Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Oxfordshire Museum. This 87-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Rousham House and Gardens - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Blenheim Palace - 12 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Bicester Village - 15 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • University of Oxford - 20 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Silverstone Circuit - 31 min drive - 26.8 miles

Getting around

  • Bicester Heyford Station - 1 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soho Farmhouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Great Western Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hay Barn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sturdy's Castle - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Little Bell - ‬15 min drive

About this property

The Holt Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Rousham House and Gardens
Guests of The Holt Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a library, and free newspapers.
TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other amenities include coffee makers, hair dryers, and safes.
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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 8.25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • DuVall's Restaurant
  • Highwayman's Bar

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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 parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night

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 16.50 for adults and GBP 8.25 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

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 smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Holt Bicester
Holt Hotel Bicester
The Holt Hotel Hotel
The Holt Hotel Bicester
The Holt Hotel Hotel Bicester

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Holt Hotel?

The Holt Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near The Holt Hotel?

This hotel is located in Bicester, close to Blenheim Palace, Rousham House and Gardens, and Oxfordshire Museum. You'll also find Bicester Golf and Country Club nearby.

Is parking available on site at The Holt Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking, electric car charging, and RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Does The Holt Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Holt Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Holt Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Holt Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and wedding services at this hotel.

Does The Holt Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Holt Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Holt Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at DuVall's Restaurant.

Will The Holt Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Holt Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Holt Hotel?

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

How far is the airport from The Holt Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Holt Hotel is Oxford (OXF), which is 7.1 mi away (9 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Holt Hotel?

No, at The Holt Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does The Holt Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Holt Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Holt Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 371 out of 735 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 735 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 735 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 735 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 735 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quite double room for an overnight stay. Slept really well and had a quick breakfast before heading to the office in Oxford.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and the bar man on the night was exceptionally good , polite , professional and around nice guy. Breakfast was excellent and room silent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great night’s sleep

Room and bed were huge and very quiet so good night’s sleep. The hotel and furnishings are lovely and well maintained and check in was quick and easy. Breakfast was unfortunately a let down though but it might have been because they had a wedding party in too however the fried eggs were rubbery and they ran out of white bread and pastries which was disappointing. Also, only decaf coffee was instant in a sachet which was also disappointing. So if you want a lovely bed and a great sleep this is a fab hotel but I would probably recommend somewhere else for breakfast based on our experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

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

6/10 Okay

LTA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location; extremely comfortable; lovely staff; good dining room.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

richard

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

Excellent hotel

A top class hotel Excellent room dinner and breakfast Above all the staff in every way were professional helpful and very human in a respectful yet very friendly way nothing was too much trouble My wife and I loved the carred for gardens and grounds and restful dinning and seating areas Well done we intend to return very soon.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

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

8/10 Good

Harry

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

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Portion size was suitable for childen not for adults and did not reflect in the cost of the meal.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tila

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel for a long weekend, lovely and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an enjoyable stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

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

Great little hotel great location for Bicester

Great little hotel in the Cotswolds 15 minutes to Bicester village bit far enough to enjoy the Oxfordshire countryside Great butter chicken dish and great little bar Thank you team
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Disliked: Staff & service
Hi, this was not a cheap hotel and the welcome was poor, the service in the bar and restaurant was disappointing, the room was very small and hot, the bed was uncomfortable, generally speaking a very uninspiring overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid at all costs

Extremely disappointing stay. The room was around 40°C when we arrived—no air con, windows shut all day, and the tiny fan did nothing. When we asked the front desk for help, we were told “heat rises.” To make things worse, loud wedding music played until midnight. There’s no mention of this on the website, and staff weren’t helpful when we raised it. Wouldn’t stay here again—uncomfortable, noisy, and poor service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

R

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

Anotherenjoyable stay.

Another enjoyable weekend. Comfottable room, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

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

NOCTURNE

Lovely and clean, although the room was a little on the small side, comfy clean bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, ideal for what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

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

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