Bell At Hampton
11 Oxford Rd, Hampton Poyle, Oxford, OX5 2QD OX5 2QD
Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
5 Star Travel Accommodation
Newly opened The Bell at Hampton Poyle is a charming 9 bedroom independent privately owned boutique hotel pub and restaurant. The charm of the centuries old historic pub has been complimented by the contemporary design of the new restaurant extension. Log fires flagstone floors oak beams and large leather armchairs set the tone in this classic English Inn. Ideally located the Bell is ten minutes from Oxford city centre and ten minutes from Blenheim Palace and Woodstock. Kidlington airport and the Industrial Parks are five minutes away and Bicester Village Retail Centre is just a short drive north on the A34. This 5 star rated Inn is the perfect place for business meetings entertaining or for a romantic getaway on the edge of the Cotswolds. The Bell at Hampton Poyle proudly achieved 2 awards in 2009; AA 5 Star Visit Britain 5 Star Silver Award.
Our 9 superb guest bedrooms are all different sizes. The rooms are of a beautiful standard and very well equipped with large sumptuous beds made up with Eqyptian linen. Some of our rooms have sensational monsoon showers others have luxurious roll top baths. All rooms are equipped with Flat Screen TV's with Freeview and all rooms have broadband. Rooms also have tea and coffee making facilities fluffy towels and L'Occitane bathroom products complete the package.
We serve up first class cask ales and wines from our oak panelled bar. Flagstone floors beams and a large log fire welcome casual drinkers and residents alike. Leather armchairs and smokers bow chairs set the tone for this classic English pub. The bar also has a small dining room for ten with its own bar making it very popular for private and corporate parties. Well behaved dogs are welcomed in the bar.
Style:
- Unique
- Traditional
- Stylish
- Eco-friendly
- Comfortable
Rooms Facilities:
- Wireless internet connection
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Non-smoking
- High speed internet connection
- Freeview
- Colour television
Bed Details:
- Super king-size
- King-size
- Double bed
Bathroom Details:
- Shower
- En suite
Amenities:
- Restaurant
- Porter service
- Non-smoking (throughout)
- Internet access (wireless) in public areas
- Bar
- Airport/Train/Bus pick-up service
Parking:
- Off-site parking
- On-site parking
Number of Rooms: 9
Number of Floors: 2
Mobility Description:
We have a room that has wheelchair access which is located on the ground floor.
Smoking Policy: No smoking
Dining Facilities:
- Our restaurant provides exciting affordable food. The 'open' style kitchen with a huge wood burning oven immediately lets visitors know that they are about to enjoy a memorable eating experience. Our Pizza is the best you can eat anywhere! Our Fish and Shellfish simply grilled where appropriate and served with delicious butter sauces. All our meat comes from local producers.
Children Policy: Adults preferred
Check In Time: 2001-01-01 15:00:00.000
Check Out Time: 2001-01-01 11:00:00.000
Reception Closing Time: 2001-01-01 22:00:00.000
Pet Policy:
- No pets
Business Facilities:
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Internet connection (high speed)
- Meeting rooms
Directions:
Head east on High St to King Edward St turn right at King Edward St. King Edward St turns slightly left and becomes Oriel Square Oriel Square turns left & becomes Merton St. Turn right at High St continue on The Plain. At the roundabout take 1st exit on A420/St Clement's St continue to follow A420. Turn left at B4150/Cherwell St & right at B4150/Marston Rd. At the roundabout take 1st exit on B4495/Cherwell Dr. At the roundabout take 2nd exit on B4150/Marsh Ln.;
Our customer reviews
Customer rating
4.5
Below Average
Chris from Liverpool
United Kingdom
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Me and my wife stayed at the Bell for two nights while visiting Oxford recently and couldn’t have been more disappointed given the very positive reviews posted from other guests, and the main reason we chose to make a reservation. Be advised that although this Boutique Hotel is only about 8 miles from Oxford it is still very isolated and not within easy walking distance of any other amenities. The nearest newsagent is 3 miles away in the larger village of Kidlington. Whilst the restaurant and surrounding bar area are undeniably very attractively laid out and beautifully candle lit in the evening, we found the food good but not amazing given the prices charged. The wine and bar drinks were also over priced in our opinion with wine starting at £18. We stayed in room 6 which was a ground floor room on the roadside with a public drinking/smoking area immediately outside. Although clean with plenty of hot water and efficient temperature control via a large radiator, the room had virtually no sound proofing and was probably the noisiest room we have ever stayed in. Light but constant traffic noise and people entering and leaving the building and using the stairs was very noticeable, and on our second night we were treated to a group of other guests chatting/ giggling between midnight and 1am outside the window (I can't imagine how bad it is in the warmer months when the hotel is busier and the bedroom windows are open.) You could also hear every footstep from the room above and after being kept awake by the late drinkers we were then woken by the upstairs occupants clomping around at five in the morning presumably getting ready to leave early.
On a positive note we found the staff employed at the Bell to be very friendly and helpful both in reception and the restaurant but on checking out we weren’t asked if we had enjoyed our stay or encouraged to return which was a shame. We didn’t come across anybody from the owners/management team while we were there unfortunately so it wasn’t possible to discuss these issues directly with them.
“ Top Tip: Bicester Village designer outlet is close by and well worth a visit as is the pretty Village of Woodstock which has a good selection of pubs and hotels.
Customer rating
7.0
Good
Caroline from South Ockendon
United Kingdom
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Customer rating
10.0
Spectacular
Alex from Chepstow
United Kingdom
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“ Beautiful location and a gorgeous room/ restaurant.
Customer rating
8.0
Great
Rob from Bristol
United Kingdom
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“ A very smart and well appointed room, although we found it slightly 'clinical'. It might have been a little more homely and friendly.
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