Whately Hall Hotel, Banbury

Whately Hall Hotel - A 17th-century character hotel with manicured gardens, historic features, and an art deco bar-restaurant

Set in Banbury's historic market town, Whately Hall Hotel features 69 rooms, including privilege options, suites, and interconnecting accommodations-each with free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee facilities, and en suite bathrooms. The newly refurbished Berkeley Bar & Restaurant serves international dishes overlooking well-tended gardens, while the Swift Restaurant provides a 17th-century setting with oak panelling and an open fireplace. A 7-minute drive from Junction 11 of the M40 and 6 minutes from Banbury Station, the hotel is 5 minutes from Broughton Castle and 15 minutes from Upton.

Pros

The historic 17th-century building retains original features like stone passages and priests' holes.

The Berkeley Bar & Restaurant offers an art deco setting with garden views.

Convenient access to major transport links, including Banbury Station and the M40.

Spacious grounds with manicured gardens provide a tranquil outdoor space.

Flexible meeting rooms with modern amenities cater to business guests.

Cons

Some rooms cannot accommodate extra beds for children, limiting family flexibility.

The central location may result in occasional noise from nearby thoroughfares.