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Whately Hall

3.0 star property
Hotel in Banbury with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Lunch and dinner served, international cuisine
Deluxe Double Room
Property grounds
Property grounds
Indoor wedding

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
The current price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug

Explore the area

Map
17-19 Horse Fair, Banbury, England, OX16 0AN
  • Spiceball Country Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Broughton Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Farnborough Hall
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Oxford (OXF)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Banbury

Whately Hall puts you in the centre of Banbury, 0.9 km (0.5 mi) from Spiceball Country Park and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Broughton Castle. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Berkeley, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Horton Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Banbury hotel include The National Herb Centre and Rye Hill Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Spiceball Country Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Broughton Castle - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Farnborough Hall - 13 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Upton House - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Hook Norton Brewery - 20 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

  • Banbury Station - 12 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinto Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Exchange - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Coach and Horses Banbury - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Apothecary Tap - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Whately Hall

Hotel in Banbury with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Whately Hall. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Banbury hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1632
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Whately Hall offers 69 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Berkeley
  • Horton Bar
  • SWIFT

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (100 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1632
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 7.95 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

Property Registration Number 14740890

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Banbury Mercure
Banbury Whately Hall
Mercure Banbury Whately
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Mercure Whately Hall
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Mercure Whately Hall Hotel
Mercure Whately Hall Hotel Banbury
Whately Hall
Whately Hall Banbury
Accor Whately Hall Hotel
Mercure Banbury Whately Hall Hotel
Whately Hall Hotel
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Whately Hall Hotel Banbury
Mercure Banbury Whately Hall

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Whately Hall?

Yep, Whately Hall has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Whately Hall?

As of 30 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whately Hall on 31 July 2025 start from AU$207.39, 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.

Does Whately Hall serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is on offer on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Whately Hall?

No, Whately Hall does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Whately Hall?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Whately Hall?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Whately Hall?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Whately Hall Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 303 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 377 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1001 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking and checking in. The room was clean and spacious. The bed was comfortable and the shower was large and modern. The staff that we had dealings with in the bar/restaurant and on reception were helpful, polite, pleasant and engaging. A good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Business traveller
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanna

Such a beautiful old building. Sadly we were in the aging badly 70s wing. Duct taped carpets and paint patches set the tone as we intrepidly made our way to our ‘suite’ a sofa so old I could still make out the bum prints of the last guests & a bed which was two singles pushed together, hard and slipping so badly I dreamt I was in a plane crash. A stray hair on the toilet seat & blood on the sheets finished the picture. Service lacked enthusiasm or much interest. Turning a beautiful old building bar into a sports bar with hard low back seating & the world’s biggest TV didn’t resonate with the heritage of the building. A real shame as I’ve stayed in some lovely Mercure hotels before. Locals advised us when we found a bar open after 11.00 (not that the hotel offered us any advice) that we’d be best to stay at the three pigeons next time. A shame as visiting family
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Geat location but in need of serious updating

The hotel is very run down and in need of renovation. Having said that, the staff were friendly and the food was good. Whilst the rooom had peeling paint and stained carpet, the bed was comfortable and the bedding clean and crisp. Given what I paid for my 2 nights, I can't complain and you do get what you pay for. The location is great and there is plenty of free hotel parking. If you want a posh hotel, don't go there, but if you want a cheap hotel in a central location that competes with a Travel Lodge, then I would choose here every time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Simon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here before, very recently. Then, rooms had recently been refurbished and were very good. This time, was put in the 1970s wing. The room was tired, the window had no handle (so couldn’t be closed) and the shower simply didn’t work in the morning. Was moved to a different room after explaining, and this too was very tired and the shower was poor. The settee was fit for the skip. No bedside light. Was really disappointed, after previous good experiences. Not sure I’ll use again in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark Hayes

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, close to all amenities. Plenty of restaurants and bars nearby. Many other interesting places only a small drive away. Hotel itself is nearly 400 years old, the whole building has plenty of interesting features. Room was large, clean and very comfortable overlookingthe lovely gardens. Tea, coffe and biscuits were provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

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

Great place

The hotel is old and beautifully maintained, our room was spacious, very clean and comfortable, the service from the bar very freindly as was all the staff we spoke too
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Neil

Business traveller
Shower was cold in the morning, no hot water and no apology from reception just a 'thank you for letting us know'. Pretty poor response.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff!! very clean and comfortable rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Estelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel exterior, shame about the interior.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

6/10 Okay

Iben

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
I’ve stayed here regularly for around 6 months now but this time I had a bad night sleep, the radiator was constantly hot (which was a struggle in the heat) and the sink had sick in it which the cleaners must of forgotten to clean when doing house cleaning. But other times I’ve never had a problem but the staff are very helpful and they did move me into a more convenient room the next day .lovely area to stay tho and free parking you can’t go wrong .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

David

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

Below standard in every way

This is a lovely building in the centre of Banbury, the rooms are in desperate need of modernisation and because of this don't feel clean. The restaurant was under staffed - one person working in the evening. Staff need customer service training - the waiter called me "mate" several times.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

kristie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ron

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

Restful stay

Lovely big room that looked as if it had just been updated. The rest of the hotel was in need of updating but work was being done on this . Breakfast amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at this hotel. Spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

Lovely character hotel in great location.

A lovely hotel full of character. Our room was clean, had a new bathroom and overlooked the beautiful garden too which was a bonus. Breakfast was a perfect spread of cooked food and continental. Staff were all very friendly. Location is perfect, right in the town centre and an added bonus of free parking! Loved my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great communication and really friendly, helpful and accommodating team working at hotel. Sadly the site appears a little run down and in need to some TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

LEE

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service

Cold shower as no hot water !

Cold water in Morning, tea coffe at Breakfast was cold and or not available, other colleagues also had issues with cleanliness of their rooms so afraid we will not be using again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025