The Railway Inn

3.0 star property

Photo gallery for The Railway Inn

A backyard with a wooden bench, a table, and a blue banner with the word "FOSTERS".
A bar area with Guinness taps, a beer pump, and a menu board.
A retro-themed seating area with a neon sign, vintage posters, and a wooden signboard.
A modern hospital building with a curved glass facade, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars and an ambulance.
A calm river with a boat docked on the left and a larger boat on the right, surrounded by trees and buildings.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Explore the area

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Station Road, Culham, Abingdon, England, OX14 3BT
  • Place, High Ropes Oxford
    β€ͺ5 min walk‬
  • Place, Thames Path
    β€ͺ2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Oxford
    β€ͺ23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    β€ͺ33 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Abingdon

At The Railway Inn, you'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from River Thames 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.

What's nearby

  • High Ropes Oxford - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Thames Path - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • University of Oxford - 23 min drive - 17.4 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 25 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Oxford Brookes University - 28 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Boundary House
  • β€ͺThe Brewery Tap - ‬5 min drive
  • β€ͺASK Italian - ‬5 min drive
  • β€ͺThe Crown & Thistle - ‬4 min drive
  • β€ͺThe Chequers at Burcot - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Railway Inn

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 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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 3:00 PM - 10:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

Property class

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 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Railway Inn on 20 Aug 2026 start from AU$229, 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 7:00 AM to 9:00 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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 205 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such a lovely little place to stay and the food is really good too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good parking (free!) Excellent steak dinner, very nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

Great place to stay

Very nice pub and hotel. Love the location right next to the trian tracks.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant, lovely stay, friendly staff and owner
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Indrit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hosts were lovely, and the check-in was fast. The room was clean and warm, and the bed comfortable. Sadly there was occasional noise coming from the road nearby and the trains passing by. Overall it was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a lovely place! The owners are lovely and the food was amazing and very well priced, definitely going to be staying again when I’m back in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was ideal as it enabled me to easily attend our family celebrations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ephraim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kind staff and great food!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Great value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful friendly host. Overall a good stay and would use this accommodation again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Felicity

Cleanliness not to a high standard, food nice but also noises
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Very friendly landlady, she pointed out the places that we were planning to visit. The breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice friendly hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly atmosphere, good service and lovely home cooked meals available, good location for local attractions, just a relaxing Inn with friendly attentive staff, will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

Lovely stay

Ideal for our short stay, comfy bed, lovely staff, very reasonably priced. Would recommended if you are in the area, very convenient for Abingdon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly host. Location very quiet Pub and accomodation very dated but clean. Ok for one night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Nice friendly hotel

Nice stay friendly staff got no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy parking and close to my work place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, safe and clean hotel in a very convenient location, especially for the train to Oxford and London
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Capri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old country pub
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024