Name: The Spread Eagle Hotel
Address: 16/17 Cornmarket, Thame., Thame, OX9 2BW, United Kingdom, 16/17 Cornmarket, Thame., Oxfordshire, OX9 2BW, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $90 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 7.4

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16/17 Cornmarket, Thame., Thame, OX9 2BW, United Kingdom –

Breakfast staff were stressed and very short staffed nothing was fill Buffe empty Over 40 Minutes for omelette and toast.ok

Jane, Sweden

French doors on to the garden made the room feel airy and light.

Hilary, United Kingdom

Lovely period hotel, sympathetically restored and furnished, in the heart of Thame.

Elizabeth, United Kingdom

Lovely omelette for breakfast; staff were vey pleasant

Alan, United Kingdom

The staff were so friendly and accommodating. the breakfast was freshly cooked too.

Craig, United Kingdom

The bed was very comfortable. I liked the fresh milk for tea & coffee.

Margaret, United Kingdom

The staff were on the most part really helpful, particularly the older members of staff who were very friendly.

Suzanne, United Kingdom

It's a lovely hotel, the staff were great. The room was lovely, very comfortable. Great location for what we wanted.

Toni, United Kingdom

breakfast really good excellent location right in middle of town

Martin, United Kingdom

The night porter willingly opened the bar for myself and my friend for a nightcap with good grace and expertise.

Orrsome, United Kingdom

8.5

Great location!
Great neighborhood

What guests loved the most:
“Breakfast staff were stressed and very short staffed nothing was fill Buffe empty Over 40 Minutes for omelette and toast.ok”

Jane Sweden
“French doors on to the garden made the room feel airy and light.”

Hilary United Kingdom
“Lovely period hotel, sympathetically restored and furnished, in the heart of Thame.”

Elizabeth United Kingdom
“Lovely omelette for breakfast; staff were vey pleasant”

Alan United Kingdom
“The staff were so friendly and accommodating. the breakfast was freshly cooked too.”

Craig United Kingdom
“The bed was very comfortable. I liked the fresh milk for tea & coffee.”

Margaret United Kingdom
“The staff were on the most part really helpful, particularly the older members of staff who were very friendly.”

Suzanne United Kingdom
“It's a lovely hotel, the staff were great. The room was lovely, very comfortable. Great location for what we wanted.”

Toni United Kingdom
“breakfast really good excellent location right in middle of town”

Martin United Kingdom
“The night porter willingly opened the bar for myself and my friend for a nightcap with good grace and expertise.”

Orrsome United Kingdom

Since the 16th century, The Spread Eagle has hosted historic guests such as King Charles II and the writer Evelyn Waugh. Today it offers a warm welcome, excellent food and free Wi-Fi.

The Spread Eagle is in the heart of historic Thame, famous for its 1-mile-long (1 mi) Main Street. With a rich history, the hotel’s guests have included royalty, famous politicians, writers and even French prisoners from the Napoleonic wars.

The Spread Eagle was made famous by the unusual John Fothergill, who owned the hotel in the 1920s. He wrote about this in the popular book, “An Innkeepers Diary”.

Fothergill believed in the highest standards of food and service – this tradition continues in The Spread Eagle’s Eden Bar and Grill. A fresh new English menu is served, including a reassuring ‘comfort cooking’ section.

The fantastic city of Oxford is within easy reach, along with the historic town of Aylesbury. For shopping addicts, Bicester Outlet Village is only minutes away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Continental, Full English/Irish

Free WiFi

Private Parking Available On Site

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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The Spread Eagle has graced the heart of the historic market town of Thame since the 16th Century. The Grade I listed hotel is nestled amongst the artisan butchers, bakers, delicatessens and teashops that line the charming town centre, which is used as a filming location for ITV’s Midsummer Murders. During its colourful history, The Spread Eagle has played host to many historic figures such as King Charles II, and writers such as Evelyn Waugh and John Fothergill (An Innkeepers Diary). From the exterior, the hotel is instantly recognisable by its 30ft original sign depicting The Spread Eagle crest that has welcomed travellers for over a century. The hotel retains its sense of heritage and personality on the inside, where a meeting room named The Cockpit can be seen next to the entrance. This room was historically used for cockfights, but now provides a sophisticated space accommodating up to 8 people for private dinners or meetings.

Area Info – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Notley Abbey
2.1 miles
Oxfordshire Golf Club
2.6 miles
Oxford Services M40
5.1 miles
Aylesbury Park Golf Club
7.4 miles
Churchill Hospital
10.1 miles
John Radcliffe Hospital
10.4 miles
Headington Hill Hall
10.8 miles
Adams Park
11.1 miles
St Stephen's House
11.2 miles
Greyfriars
11.2 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Sainsburys Supermarket
0 miles
Tuesday Market Market
0 miles

Closest Airports

London Luton Airport
27.2 miles
London Heathrow Airport
29.5 miles
London City Airport
47 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Great stay from start to finish. I was in the area for a wedding so didn't see many local sites. Parking is reasonable and convenient at only £3 / 24 ho...”

Olivia

United Kingdom

9.5

“It's a lovely hotel, the staff were great. The room was lovely, very comfortable. Great location for what we wanted.”

Toni

United Kingdom

9.5

“breakfast really good excellent location right in middle of town”

Martin

United Kingdom

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Food: British

Menu: À la carte

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From 2:00 PM

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7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

All children under 2 years are charged GBP 8.95 per night in a crib.

All children under 16 years are charged GBP 15 per night for extra beds.

Any additional older children or adults are charged GBP 15 per night for extra beds.

The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 2.

Any type of extra bed or crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

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

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The Spread Eagle Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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Please confirm group bookings with the hotel.

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Reviewed: April 20, 2019

Natasha
United Kingdom
Age group: 35 – 44
5.0

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Garden Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room and bathroom had very tired interiors. Very thin walls could hear all conversations happening in the corridor and from the room next door. The kettle in the room had not been emptied since the last guests. Toilet seat was not attached. The drain in the bath tub was blocked and when we ran the water brought up a lot of gunk. Shower head caked in hard water residue.
Location and staff

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 13, 2019

Margaret
United Kingdom

3 helpful votes
10

“Worth booking a garden room.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Garden Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bed was very comfortable. I liked the fresh milk for tea & coffee.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 12, 2019

Suzanne
United Kingdom
6.7

“Single room is just not worth it, pay for the double its 10 times better.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Courtyard Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
The single room that I originally booked is tiny and right next to the reception to the point I could hear the reception staff talking. I arrived quite late in the evening (10pm) and having spent 5 minutes sat down on the bed listening to them talk and the radio in the background I asked to change rooms. The other single was occupied so I paid to move to a double room which was much better and nice and quiet. The hotel was then very nice so just don't book a single room.
The staff were on the most part really helpful, particularly the older members of staff who were very friendly.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 8, 2019

Collette
United Kingdom
10

“Great”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Courtyard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely room and food, staff very nice too x

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 6, 2019

Toni
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Town Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I found the shower difficult to adjust the temperature of the water. It's didn't affect my stay, it was just annoying to have keep adjusting the taps.
It's a lovely hotel, the staff were great. The room was lovely, very comfortable. Great location for what we wanted.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: March 31, 2019

Malcolm
United Kingdom
9.2

“Awesome place”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Town Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bed was bril

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 31, 2019

Martin
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Courtyard Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
breakfast really good excellent location right in middle of town

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 30, 2019

William
United Kingdom
9.6

“Met expectations. Will go again”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Town Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Shower needed attention
Excellent breakfast

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 30, 2019

Kelvin
United Kingdom
6.3

“Very enjoyable”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Courtyard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Traffic Noise from high street
Excellent entertainment venu

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 30, 2019

Orrsome
United Kingdom
Age group: 65+
3.8

“Big disappointment on a night that was supposed to be celebratory. Shabby hotel.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Courtyard Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
My room was one of the worst I have stayed in for many years. The 4 Star rating makes a mockery of this certification. My single room was unclean, the bed was uncomfortable, the tv inoperative and the bathroom an area you would be well advised to spend as little time in as possible.
The night porter willingly opened the bar for myself and my friend for a nightcap with good grace and expertise.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 30, 2019

Tracey
United Kingdom
10

“Exellent stay could not fault it”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We went to the bee gees tribute night and it was really good. Staff were friendly check in was quick and easy stayed in the hayloft was clean lovely room food and night and breakfast were both tasty definitely be coming again.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 29, 2019

Catherine
Australia

1 helpful vote
5.8

Okay
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Town Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The furniture was shabby and one of the pillows smelled musky. There was no herbal tea. The basin in the bathroom was very small.
The history of the place was a real draw card. The room was a good size and the bathroom was reasonable. The breakfast was good with a generous cooked breakfast.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 24, 2019

Derek
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
6.3

“Stayed before many years ago and came with high expections but a bit disappointed.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Courtyard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
TV didn't work - missed the England football match! Small room, cheap furniture and creaky old floor.
Good location, convenient car parking (but at a cost), excellent breakfast.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 24, 2019

Clare
United Kingdom
8.8

“Loved the hotel and staff but the lady at breakfast spoiled our experience”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Service from the lady at breakfast was poor, she was rude
The bed was super comfy

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 16, 2019

Elaine
United Kingdom
8.8

“Excellent location and pleasant, comfortable hotel.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Courtyard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Fab staff. All was good but because an old building some parts a little dated although a lot of refurbishment has taken place since our last stay which has improved rooms and facilities.

Stayed in March 2019

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	Courtyard Single Room 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking Each room benefits from a TV and an en suite shower room. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Shared toilet • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Hypoallergenic • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 4 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Courtyard Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking Each room benefits from a TV and an en suite shower room. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Shared toilet • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Hypoallergenic • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 4 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Garden Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking These superior, tranquil rooms have patio doors leading out into the walled garden. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Shared toilet • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Hypoallergenic • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 4 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Town Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking Newly refurbished luxury room with a king bed, 32-inch flat-screen TV, and a modern bathroom. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • TV • Telephone • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Shared toilet • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Hypoallergenic • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 4 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Hayloft Suite 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking This suite features a seating area. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • TV • Telephone • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Shared toilet • Cable channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Hypoallergenic • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 4 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Junior Suite 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking Room Facilities: • Safe • TV • Telephone • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Shared toilet • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Hypoallergenic • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 4 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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