Macdonald Bear Hotel
Park St, Woodstock, OX20 1SZ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map – Railway access
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- Bath
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
- Heating
In picturesque Woodstock, just 20 minutes’ drive from Oxford centre, Macdonald Bear Hotel offers a restaurant. Set in a 13th-century inn, the rooms have period features. The traditional bedrooms at The Bear Hotel have been home to royals and film stars, including Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. All rooms have en suite bathrooms, satellite TVs, mini bars . All have antique furniture, and WiFi is accessible throughout. With bare stone walls, open fires and exposed beams, the atmospheric restaurant at Macdonald Bear serves an innovative British menu using fresh, seasonal produce. The bar offers fine wines, malt whiskies and real ales, and serves light lunches and snacks. Just a mile from Blenheim Palace, Bear Hotel Macdonald is surrounded by Oxfordshire’s beautiful countryside. Kirtlington Golf Club is a 10-minute drive away and The Wychwood Project is just 5 minutes’ drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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- Joanne
United Kingdom
“I loved the location being so close to the Palace and the village is beautiful” - Mary
United Kingdom
“I loved everything about this hotel - it's oldy world, lovely location in heart of Woodstock, and very near Blenheim Palace. I loved staff - Receptionist who checked me in was very kind to me and gave me lots of local information. Room lovely...” - Joachim
Germany
“Excellent British style ancient hotel in nice village surrounding.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of Macdonald Bear Hotel
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Desk
- TV
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Invoice provided
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Pet bowls
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- English
Property practice
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
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash is not accepted
Macdonald Bear Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
The credit/debit card used to book a pre-paid rate must be presented to reception on arrival at the hotel. Please note that failure to do so will result in an alternative payment method being required.
Please note, some of the rooms and facilities at the property are accessed via uneven steps, which may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility.
Pets are welcome for an additional charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night.
Please note that guests on a Dinner, Bed and Breakfast package will have a GBP 30 per person allowance to spend on food only.
Any additional supplements should you go over the £30.00 per person dinner allocation, and any drinks are to be paid for separately.
Please note that the hotel doesn't accept any cash payments
When booking 7 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Please be aware that a limited parking is available onsite, charged at £5 per day.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
FAQs about Macdonald Bear Hotel
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Macdonald Bear Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
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Room options at Macdonald Bear Hotel include:
- Quadruple
- Double
- Suite
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Guests staying at Macdonald Bear Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- Buffet
- À la carte
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Macdonald Bear Hotel is 200 yards from the centre of Woodstock. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Macdonald Bear Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Macdonald Bear Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
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Check-in at Macdonald Bear Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.