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The Railway Inn

3.0 star property
Inn with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Thames River

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Exterior
2 bars/lounges
Interior
2 bars/lounges
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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Station Road, Culham, Abingdon, England, OX14 3BT
  • University of Oxford
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • New Theatre Oxford
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • John Radcliffe Hospital
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Oxford (OXF)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Abingdon

At The Railway Inn, you'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from Thames River and 6.3 km (3.9 mi) from Wittenham Clumps. Highlights at this inn include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and a complimentary breakfast. .This business-friendly inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a terrace. Other amenities include a free manager's reception, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Abingdon inn include North Wessex Downs and Chiltern Hills.
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What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 17 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Bodleian Library - 18 min drive - 17.4 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 18 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Oxford Brookes University - 19 min drive - 17.0 km
  • John Radcliffe Hospital - 21 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon Culham Station - 7 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ASK Italian - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Throwing Buns - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Nags Head - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Chequers at Burcot - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Micky’s Munch - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Railway Inn

Inn with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Thames River
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, an arcade/games room, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Railway Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Abingdon inn is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1844
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Railway Inn offers 11 accommodations with a hairdryer and blackout curtains. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Abingdon inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1844
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests wishing to check in early may contact this property in advance to inquire about the availability of their rooms.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Railway Abingdon
Railway Inn Abingdon
The Railway Inn Inn
The Railway Inn Abingdon
The Railway Inn Inn Abingdon

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Railway Inn?

The Railway Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Railway Inn?

As of 29 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Railway Inn on 1 Sept 2025 start from AU$219.27, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Railway Inn?

Yep, The Railway Inn has a free self car park.

Does The Railway Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Railway Inn?

No, The Railway Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Railway Inn?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Railway Inn's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Railway Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Railway Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Railway Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 188 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great place to stay

Why stay in a bland hotel chain when you can stay here where there are really friendly people, the food is good and the room clean and comfortable?
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Business traveller

Hidden Gem

Really nice old school pub/Inn right next to the railway station with a long long history, not a poncey gastro pub, a proper old school pub. Really nice staff and really good prices, food was great, locals that I met were all very nice, room was cracking. Quite a few trains go past as you would imagine, but I didn’t find them an issue and slept fine with the window open, they get fewer and fewer the later it gets. I will definitely be booking this one again. This would suit anyone travelling for work, anyone wanting to discover some UK history, train buffs or spontaneous explorers.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

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

Comfy bed

Nice comfy bed and a decent size room. Could do with a fridge though. Breakfast was delicious, but they had no vegan options. I may stay here again, but only if the price drops. It’s too expensive for what’s on offer. I’d really like to see a fridge in the room. It makes all the difference.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Nancy

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very poorly maintained tired unloved property. Hair in my dinner. Mould on the kettle tray in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

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

Great place to stay

Lovely friendly pub close to Culham station. Food was great and service was excellent. My room was clean and tidy the bed was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Week at the Railway Inn

Good stay with comfortable beg. Good food and friendly staff. Good real ale
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location for my trip and very helpful staff to make my visit enjoyable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An old-fashioned country pub next to Culham station. Some low level train and road noise but still peaceful. Very friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable room and bed. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Decent value

It's the Railway so expect railway noise. Last dinner orders quite early so plan for that. Easy parking. Pillows bit hard for my stiff old neck. Dog friendly. Never ask for a omelette for breakfast - the NO is v stern!! 😂
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

toby

Excellent service, very friendly staff. Food fantastic (evening meal & breakfast). Hotel very clean & well looked after
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, good food and drink, good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Dagmar

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ok stay

Ok room- but mattress was not that comfortable. Breakfast was ok . Bathroom could do with a deep clean. Position is fab next to an old railway station . Rooms get rather noisy as the banging of some general entrance doors can be heard everywhere. Walls seem to be thin - could hear TV from next room .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a really good nights sleep. Despite the train line being fully active, could not hear during the stay. Would stay again when next in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Little gem tucked away near culham station parking fab near abingdon and 29 mins to Oxford car or slap next to rail connections breakfasts are fab noise from trains not really bothered us but be aware if it .. pub shuts at 10 in week as quiet would if been nice to have a later drink but room clean bed really comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable, clean with a nice shower. A very good breakfast. A train spotters dream with the accommodation right next to the platform.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024