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The Royal Oak

5.0 star property
Luxury inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Lunch and dinner served, British cuisine
Cottage (Mulberry) | Private kitchen
Classic Room
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Pook Lane, East Lavant, Chichester, England, PO19 0AX
  • Place, Goodwood Motor Circuit
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Thorney Island
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Goodwood House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room

Classic Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (Flint)

Family Room (Flint)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cottage (Mulberry)

Cottage (Mulberry)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Cottage

Cottage

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Chichester

A luxury stay in Chichester awaits you at The Royal Oak. You'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Thorney Island and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Goodwood Motor Circuit. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly inn offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a garden and express check-out. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .In proximity to this 5-property class Chichester inn you'll find South Downs National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Goodwood Motor Circuit - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Thorney Island - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Goodwood Racecourse - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Goodwood House - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • West Wittering Beach - 22 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Fishbourne Station - 5 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Namaste Punjab - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Park Tavern - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Royal Oak

Luxury inn with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. 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 luxury The Royal Oak. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Chichester inn is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Oak offers 8 accommodations with iPod docking stations and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

This Chichester inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. 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

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Royal Oak Inn Chichester
Royal Oak Chichester
The Royal Oak Inn
The Royal Oak Chichester
The Royal Oak Inn Chichester

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Royal Oak?

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

Is parking available at The Royal Oak?

Yep, The Royal Oak has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Royal Oak?

The closest beach to The Royal Oak is West Wittering Beach (14 km).

Does The Royal Oak serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Royal Oak?

No, The Royal Oak does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Royal Oak?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Royal Oak?

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

Are pets allowed at The Royal Oak?

Dogs are welcome at The Royal Oak, with food and water bowls on offer.

Reviews

The Royal Oak Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 127 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfy and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A Great pub. Caution if you wish to use the dine on a Wednesday and get your 20% off as you apparently need to pay on the night it can not be added to your room.. Costly error!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely traditional pub

A few bits we were unhappy with and could easily be improved. Firstly the only toast offered at breakfast was sourdough, which was hard and really difficult to cut. We werent the only customers to comment on this. The bins and full ashtray we walked past when going into our room wasn't very nice to see. Privacy was a bit of an issue with a few chairs directly outside our bedroom window and staff members having a break there. I must say the staff were really welcoming and helpful. But would rather not have to pull my curtains to maintain our privacy. We did mention this when we checked out and was told the staff have to go somewhere which i do understand. But surley there is somewhere else which doesn't impose on your guests? Also the half used tin of coffee in the room is not what i would expect from a decent establishment. The fresh milk in the fridge was a nice touch though. The evening meals were tasty and everyone friendly. Thankyou to the lady who sorted our television out.. Amazing area with brilliant walks and easy parking opposite the pub.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
0
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice room. Very comfortable bed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

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

Great pub with excellent service

A lovely old 'proper' village pub. Great service and food (just the right sized portions for dinner and breakfast as well. Room was initially warm (we were fine in January without the radiator on all weekend) and the mattress was very soft and bouncy (for us at least compared to what we are used to).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Clive

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

A relaxing break

Lovely quiet cottage, just over the road from a traditional village pub selling great food and beer. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol

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

A great find

lovely pub, very quiet at night, great nights sleep on a clean and comfortable bed, shower was best ever, clean, good pressure and nice and hot. Food was great too, dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I didn't like the evening food menu 😕
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michael, London

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Graeme

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Mr Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cannot recommend

My wife & I stayed for a couple of days for her birthday. The room was fine. I was disappointed with the breakfast as you could only have a cooked breakfast. There was no yoghurt or cereals available. I had to ask for orange juice. On day 1 I had toast & honey. The honey was put on the table in the plastic bottle & there was just enough for a couple of slices of toast. The next day there was none. I cannot understand why they could not have purchased another bottle. On the evening of my wife's birthday she ordered the steak but they had not had a delivery so had to order something she was not so keen on. Overall the stay was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A warm welcome, clean and modernized rooms, and excellent food. Also very convenient for Goodwood Motor Circuit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

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

Nice place

Nice little place, food was good, shower in room was excellent. Very small TV, and the bed was a little too soft for my liking. For a one night stay it was good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024