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Sturdys Castle is a 400 year old coaching inn that features a bar, restaurant, and free parking. Sturdy's Castles hotel is located in a separate building behind the main pub. The accommodations is split over two levels, unfortunately there is not a elevator to the second floor. If you require a ground floor room please contact us and we will be happy to accommodate requests where possible. We have 18 bedrooms that are a mix of Twin bedded rooms or King bedded rooms. We offer free WiFi and Sky TV in our Rooms. In the mornings, guests can select breakfast from the breakfast menu. The restaurant also serves traditional dishes and pub classics. Sturdys Castle is located in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside, between the villages of Tackley and Kidlington. The location is convenient for visiting the market town of Woodstock which is home to Blenheim Palace, and is just 4 miles from the country inn and located within 1 mile of London Oxford Airport. The university city of Oxford is just 20 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Kidlington
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  • Isobel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A friendly, polite and professional team run this excellent inn. When we arrived, we were delighted with the building, the decor and the layout, which was quaint with a modern touch. Our interaction with the staff was always positive. We were very...
  • Kim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It is clean. Perfect location for us. Staff very nice.
  • Penny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean comfortable rooms. Staff friendly, made us feel very welcome.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Sturdys Castle
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Playground
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please be aware that check-in after 23:00 hours will incur a penalty fee.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Sturdys Castle

  • Check-in at Sturdys Castle is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The prices at Sturdys Castle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Sturdys Castle is 3.1 miles from the center of Kidlington. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Sturdys Castle offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Playground

  • Sturdys Castle has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Yes, Sturdys Castle is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Sturdys Castle include:

    • Double
    • Twin