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The Crown & Thistle

4.0 star property
Inn with free breakfast, steps from Thames River

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Reception hall
Honeymoon Suite | Bathroom
Courtyard
Courtyard
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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18 Bridge Street, Abingdon, England, OX14 3HS
  • Place, Abingdon County Hall Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Abingdon Abbey
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Thames Path
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Suite

Honeymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Abingdon

The Crown & Thistle places you steps from Thames River and within a short 5-minute stroll of Thames Path. Highlights at this inn include free cooked-to-order breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the inn's own lounge bar. Meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .In the area of this 4-property class Abingdon inn, you'll find University of Oxford.
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What's nearby

  • Abingdon County Hall Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Abingdon Abbey - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Thames Path - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Oxford - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Oxford Castle - 13 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon Culham Station - 4 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nags Head - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ma Chérie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ASK Italian - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Narrows (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Crown & Thistle

Inn with free breakfast, steps from Thames River
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. The business-friendly The Crown & Thistle also features a terrace, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Abingdon inn is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Crown & Thistle offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary bathrobes. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

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Crown Thistle Inn Abingdon
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Crown & Thistle?

The Crown & Thistle offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Crown & Thistle?

Yep, The Crown & Thistle has a free self car park.

Does The Crown & Thistle serve breakfast?

You bet, free cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Crown & Thistle?

No, The Crown & Thistle does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Crown & Thistle?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Crown & Thistle?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Crown & Thistle?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

The Crown & Thistle Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 311 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 311 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 311 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 311 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 311 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service

Loud air conditioner

Room very dark. Loud air conditioning unit outside the window made sleeping impossible.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonisha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

A

Liked: Staff & service

Nice little hotel stay with all amenities

The dinner in the restaurant was outstanding, so I had high hopes for the breakfast which was a bit of a let down. The hotel itself is comfortable but could do with a lick of paint, the bedroom smelt a little damp but it was cute. I'd visit again if I was in the area still.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful building with tremendous character . Staff very pleasant and helpful . Car parking can be problematic because of the way people thoughtlessly park . It would be useful if registration numbers are taken during booking in to avoid being blocked in . Some parts of the building would benefit from a lick of paint and carpets are tired . Breakfast outstanding x
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Gillingham

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great foo, comfortable room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful area. Lovely clean room. Only downside of coming in winter or during bad weather is the restaurant and hotel are not all in one building. They are only a few steps apart but enough to get wet. Also not great for elderly due to cobbles floor outside area. But that’s all part of the character of the building. Will definitely be staying again as we live Abingdon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly staff, clean rooms and the food is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

J

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond, Tacoma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and very quiet for being on the road
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great ,breakfast good and the staff great. Only issue was the paint on bathroomceiling was coming away due to leak or damp needed attention.enjoyed stay lots of resturants ,cafes and bars in area all in walking distance .river walks very close.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Aidan

Liked: Staff & service

Great if you like historical inns.

Very pleasant stay with helpful and friendly staff. The hotel is as close as you can get to the centre of Abingdon and from that point of view a great place to stay. It also has a great restaurant with great food and friendly staff. Unfortunately being a very old building, it is not disabled friendly, all the rooms are on the first and second floors, not lift, and very narrow stairs. Also we found the light switches in our room very confusing and we had to have our cardkeys reprogrammed a number of times.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good value

Lovely room, comfortable bed and great bathroom. Lots of stairs!! Breakfast and pub great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness

A normal room

Cleaning is important to me, however bathroom and bed were clean and organised, floor was dirty and dusty, and I couldn't take my shoes off. Without proper lighting, very dark. I may like a more modern area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Excellent service but a little run down

Lovely staff but starting to get run down. They boast of the £1.8m renovation but that was done in 2013, but it’s now showing signs of having nothing done since. The carpets are tatty and walls marked. The restaurant food is solid and waitstaff attentive. Overall a solid 4 out of 5
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel full of character and comfort

Great stay with great service from all staff in hotel and in restaurant. The room had great character as did the whole building, so pleased places like this still exist. Will continue to return here going forward.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Overnight stay meeting friends

Great location, friendly hotel and a superb breakfast. The room was small but comfortable, but I noticed the bathroom ceiling was in need of some repair.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025