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The Crown & Thistle

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

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
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single 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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Suite

Honeymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Superior Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Triple Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single 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. .With a stay at this 4-property class Abingdon inn, you'll be 10.7 km (6.7 mi) from 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
  • White Horse Leisure Centre - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of Oxford - 12 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Brewery Tap - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Nags Head - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ma Chérie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Black Swan - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Narrows (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Crown & Thistle

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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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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.

The Crown & Thistle Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 330 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 330 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 330 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 330 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 330 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and coffee excellent . Staff friendly. Room average with aircon above beds which was annoying when it turned on and off ….. best left off!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan, Beckenham

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The first indication of what was to come was the chipped paintwork and threadbare carpet on the staircase and landings. The room was small, cramped and uninspiring my husband was particularly disappointed by the mould in the shower and the totally inadequate lighting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff all really helpful and friendly, breakfast was good. Only complaint was room was really cold.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Character inn/pub with comfortable rooms and great food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Room had no heating except a small portable fan heater and noisey aircon . Room was freezing overnight and morning. Nice staff and great food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Kris

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room felt tired, the reception was unstaffed at check out time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect, amenities were excellent, staff were kind and helpful, room was great, breakfast even better
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Travelled with partner
Friendly staff. Just a lovely place to stay and relax
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, bathroom, breakfast was tasty and a good selection on offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashwin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

SHARON

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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