Said to be haunted by the ghost of Mary Queen of Scots, this Elizabethan hotel has historic features and an on-site restaurant. The Talbot offers en suite bedrooms, WiFi access and free parking. Each en suite bedroom offers tea and coffee making facilities and a TV with Freeview channels. Some of the bedrooms feature bathrobes and slippers. The restaurant and bar offer traditional British cuisine, fine wines and real ales. The The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough boasts oak beams, open fires and many other historic qualities. Some parts of the hotel come from Fotheringhay Castle. This includes the staircase, which Mary Queen of Scots walked down before being executed. Oundle is a town with Georgian architecture and a 14th-century church. Close by is Lyveden New Bield, the remains of a cross-shaped 16th-century lodge. Peterborough (and its shopping centre) is just 16 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Oundle
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tammy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely characterful hotel, friendly staff and great quality for a 3 star hotel
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything was great from check-in to check-out. Good breakfast in a relaxed setting.
  • Lorena
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The bed was very comfortable & we loved our tea and coffee making facilities plus lovely shower gels etc in the bathroom. Liked our radio too! Your lovely member of staff rang us to say we'd forgotten headphones in room so we came to pick them...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Talbot Eatery & Coffee House
    • Cuisine
      British • International • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
£10 per stay
5 - 14 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Groups

When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Children are allowed on request. Contact property with your requirements. Additional fees apply.

Pets are allowed in the classic rooms on request. Additional fees apply, please contact property in advance to ensure a pet-friendly room is allocated.

This property may host on-site functions and some rooms may be affected by noise.

FAQs about The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough

  • The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough is 350 yards from the centre of Oundle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Twin
    • Suite

  • The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough has 1 restaurant:

      • The Talbot Eatery & Coffee House

    • Yes, The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough is popular with guests booking family stays.