Hotel
 The Bay Tree Hotel

Sheep Street, Burford, OX18 4LW, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 581 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.5
Very Good
581 reviews

great location and very friendly staff. nice parking facilities. we had a suite which was very characteristic and comfortable

Hans Netherlands

The Inn is lovely; out room was charming and spacious, The staff is amazingly friendly and helpful. The location is excellent, just around the corner from all the restaurants and shops and a great home base for visiting many other villages. We'd stay again!

Mary United States of America

A relaxed but stylish hotel.We were given a room upgrade which was fabulous. Staff were extremely helpful.Excellent breakfast.

Anne United Kingdom

It was amazing, we were celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary and it was perfect.

Zoe United Kingdom

Breakfast was very good with a good selection. Our room was faultless as we got upgraded to the bridal suit as we stayed 3 nights. Ample and secluded parking. Location was just of the high street so close to pubs and restaurants.

Paul United Kingdom

Friendly, helpful staff. Position in the town. Lovely clean room. Excellent food cooked to perfection. Plenty of car parking space.

Clive United Kingdom

Lovely hotel, very central, full of history, very friendly staff. Breakfast was great, lovely setting.

Lisa United Kingdom

Ideal location to explore Burford & environs. Huge, comfortable bed and lovely bathroom. Quirky layout in an old building. Contemporary wallpapers but in keeping with the age of the property.

Sheena Ireland

All staff were very accommodating , friendly with good customer experience. Location was excellent. Building has loads of character inside and out, and we loved our room which was very spacious , and contained good quality toiletries. 3 out of 6 of us had special dietary needs and this was catered for very well. We all had a great things to to say about Bay Tree

Jennifer United Kingdom

The staff went out of their way to accommodate two friends with food allergies - every meal was delicious. Everyone was friendly and pleasant. Check in and out were easy.

Fabriene United Kingdom
8.5
Very Good
581 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “great location and very friendly staff. nice parking facilities. we had a suite which was very characteristic and comfortable”
    Hans Hans Netherlands Netherlands
  • “The Inn is lovely; out room was charming and spacious, The staff is amazingly friendly and helpful.”
    Mary Mary United States of America United States of America
  • “A relaxed but stylish hotel.We were given a room upgrade which was fabulous. Staff were extremely helpful.Excellent breakfast.”
    Anne Anne United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “It was amazing, we were celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary and it was perfect.”
    Zoe Zoe United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Breakfast was very good with a good selection. Our room was faultless as we got upgraded to the bridal suit as we stayed 3 nights. Ample and secluded parking.”
    Paul Paul United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Friendly, helpful staff. Position in the town. Lovely clean room. Excellent food cooked to perfection. Plenty of car parking space.”
    Clive Clive United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Lovely hotel, very central, full of history, very friendly staff. Breakfast was great, lovely setting.”
    Lisa Lisa United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Ideal location to explore Burford & environs. Huge, comfortable bed and lovely bathroom. Quirky layout in an old building. Contemporary wallpapers but in keeping with the age of the property.”
    Sheena Sheena Ireland Ireland
  • “All staff were very accommodating , friendly with good customer experience. Location was excellent.”
    Jennifer Jennifer United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The staff went out of their way to accommodate two friends with food allergies - every meal was delicious. Everyone was friendly and pleasant. Check in and out were easy.”
    Fabriene Fabriene United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.1
  • Facilities8.6
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money7.9
  • Location9.6
  • Free WiFi8.1

An enchanting Cotswold retreat in the picturesque town of Burford, few could resist the rustic charm of this 16th century residence, whether it is for a leisure break, business trip or special occasion.

Bay Tree won Small Hotel of the Year at the National Enjoy England Excellence Awards 2011. The hotel also has a Gold Award for Excellence from Enjoy England.

The Bay Tree is steeped in history and awash with character, from the foundations of its mellow stone walls - clad with pinkish-purple wisteria blooms - to its wooden beam rafters. Oak-paneled public rooms, bare stone walls and original stone fireplaces, including an inglenook fireplace, provide a textured canvas upon which rich fabrics, woven tapestries and antiques have been laid down with exquisite flair.

For your relaxation, you can select a good book from the hotel library, sink back into a comfortable chair and allow the stresses of everyday life to gradually seep away. In the summer months, the tranquility of the walled gardens make for a relaxing haven where you can enjoy a refreshing drink on a warm evening.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

The Bay Tree Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 5, 2005

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

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

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guest reviews

8.5
Very Good · 581 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.1
  • Facilities8.6
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money7.9
  • Location9.6
  • Free WiFi8.1

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  • Hans
    NetherlandsNetherlands
    “great location and very friendly staff. nice parking facilities. we had a suite which was very characteristic and comfortable”
  • Mary
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The Inn is lovely; out room was charming and spacious, The staff is amazingly friendly and helpful. The location is excellent, just around the corner from all the restaurants and shops and a great home base for visiting many other villages. We'd...”
  • Anne
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “A relaxed but stylish hotel.We were given a room upgrade which was fabulous. Staff were extremely helpful.Excellent breakfast.”
  • Zoe
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “It was amazing, we were celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary and it was perfect.”
  • Paul
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Breakfast was very good with a good selection. Our room was faultless as we got upgraded to the bridal suit as we stayed 3 nights. Ample and secluded parking. Location was just of the high street so close to pubs and restaurants.”
  • Clive
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Friendly, helpful staff. Position in the town. Lovely clean room. Excellent food cooked to perfection. Plenty of car parking space.”
  • Lisa
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Lovely hotel, very central, full of history, very friendly staff. Breakfast was great, lovely setting.”
  • Sheena
    IrelandIreland
    “Ideal location to explore Burford & environs. Huge, comfortable bed and lovely bathroom. Quirky layout in an old building. Contemporary wallpapers but in keeping with the age of the property.”
  • Jennifer
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “All staff were very accommodating , friendly with good customer experience. Location was excellent. Building has loads of character inside and out, and we loved our room which was very spacious , and contained good quality toiletries. 3 out of 6...”
  • Fabriene
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The staff went out of their way to accommodate two friends with food allergies - every meal was delicious. Everyone was friendly and pleasant. Check in and out were easy.”
Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • Is there car parking
    Thank you for your message, there is car parking to the rear of the hotel for the all of our hotel guests.
    Answered on October 7, 2020
  • can we have room service breakfast
    Yes you can. We would need your order the night before, you can do this with us at reception and we will arrange the rest. Thank you
    Asked about: Good Double or Twin Room • Answered on August 23, 2021
  • You show 2 rooms. One with blue decor, the other with a green hunting scene, are these rooms both double rooms and the same size?
    Due to the age of our building rooms are all different shapes and sizes. If you go to our main Bay Tree web page the room pictures have more details on them
    Asked about: Excellent Double or Twin Room • Answered on June 19, 2021
  • Hello, is it possible to have 2 single beds please? Thanks Ali
    Hello Ali, Yes, I have added this to your reservation. We look forward to welcoming you. Kind regards, The Bay Tree Team
    Answered on November 30, 2021
  • Is your bar and restaurant open every day
    Yes, it is recommended you make a reservation though. Kind regards, The Bay Tree Team
    Answered on November 17, 2021

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Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Blenheim Palace
    12.1 miles
Closest Airports
  • Gloucestershire Airport
    23.3 miles
  • Birmingham Airport
    44.8 miles
  • London Luton Airport
    54.1 miles
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Amenities of The Bay Tree Hotel

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
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
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Parking garage
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
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Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 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 of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free
Extra bed by request
£20 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed by request
£20 per child, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express The Bay Tree Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. The hotel will contact you within 48 hours to advise these policies.

FAQs about The Bay Tree Hotel

  • Room options at The Bay Tree Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Twin/Double

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

  • The Bay Tree Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at The Bay Tree Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The Bay Tree Hotel is 650 feet from the center of Burford.

    • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Bay Tree Hotel by:

      • Car 40min

    • Guests staying at The Bay Tree Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish