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Macdonald Bear Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Oxfordshire Museum

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Front of property
Indoor wedding
Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)
Terrace/patio
Indoor wedding

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct

Explore the area

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Park Street, Woodstock, England, OX20 1SZ
  • Place, Oxfordshire Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Blenheim Palace
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Super Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Four Poster)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Woodstock

Macdonald Bear Hotel puts you in the heart of Woodstock, steps from Oxfordshire Museum and within a 15-minute stroll of Blenheim Palace. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The fine-dining restaurant, The Restaurant, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Churchill Lounge is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. 1938 square feet (180 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Woodstock hotel, attractions include University of Oxford and Bicester Village.

What's nearby

  • Oxfordshire Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Blenheim Palace - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Oxford - 13 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Oxford Castle - 17 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Bicester Village - 18 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Tackley Station - 10 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Horse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hanborough Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oxfordshire Pantry - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sturdy's Castle - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Pleasure Garden Cafe - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Bear Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Oxfordshire Museum
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 1938 square feet (180 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Macdonald Bear Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Woodstock hotel is smoke free.

  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 1938 sq ft of conference space
  • 180 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1232
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Bear Hotel offers 54 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Digital televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

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

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 5 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 26 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Churchill Lounge
  • The Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,938 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (90 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (76 centimetre wide)

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1232
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
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

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 midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests checking in after 11 PM will need to ring the bell for check-in assistance upon arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger 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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 26.00 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 5 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Bear Macdonald
Macdonald Bear
Macdonald Bear Hotel
Macdonald Bear Hotel Woodstock
Macdonald Bear Woodstock
Bear Hotel Uk Woodstock
Bear Hotel Woodstock
Hotel Macdonald Bear
Macdonald Bear Hotel Hotel
Macdonald Bear Hotel Woodstock
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Macdonald Bear Hotel?

Macdonald Bear Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Bear Hotel?

As of 21 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Bear Hotel on 23 Oct 2025 start from AU$261.65, 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 Macdonald Bear Hotel?

Yep, Macdonald Bear Hotel has an uncovered self car park for GBP 5 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Macdonald Bear Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is offered daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Macdonald Bear Hotel?

No, Macdonald Bear Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Macdonald Bear Hotel?

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 Macdonald Bear Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Macdonald Bear Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Macdonald Bear Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Macdonald Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 476 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1006 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Bear is not only an institution, it’s a beautiful example
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

Bear Hotel Woodstock

Staff were very polite and friendly. We were lucky to receive a nice upgrade. The breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff honestly could not be bothered. Hastily given directions to room only when asked. We were not told the air con system didn’t work. Coming down to breakfast the wait staff were all sat on the stairs near the bottom. This was our second stay. We loved it two years ago but the staff are letting the place down now.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya Bernadette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was stunning. Unfortunately the key card stopped working a few times. Not usually an issue but we were at the very top floor so lots of steps back and forth. Breakfast was lovely and breakfast waiting staff were very friendly. It was ideal location to walk around to Blenheim Palace.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyable break - only recommendation would be maybe install air con in the rooms - we did stay over the hottest week of the year so far & it was extremely warm in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Bear about 20 years ago and returned for a birthday celebration. The hotel is looking very tired and well past the time for a refurbishment. The service was ok but we needed to prompt them to get our room cleaned after 2.00 pm and to take our breakfast order. Disappointed over all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Travelled with partner
All staff very friendly and helpful Been several times before and will continue to visit when in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

Great location

Lovely quirky old hotel, in a great location for Blenheim Palace. (Side gate to the estate is 100m down the road!)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the heart of the old town and within 100 mtrs of public footpath access into Blenheim Park. Room was on ground floor and was clean and comfortable. Service at breakfast was first class with well trained attentive staff Convenient on site parking.
Blenheim Park on the hottest day of the year
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

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

Convenient location in Woodstock

The Park suite we had was very comfortable with enough space for us as we had large luggages. It was also convenient to walk around the lovely Woodstock town and also so convenient to walk to Blenheim Palace which is a huge plus. Will definitely stay again if we go to Woodstock or Oxford.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Stunning 700year old hotel Quirky layout full of history and mystery Beautiful big bed, clean and spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ChanBua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable and quiet. Very Poor signal for the TV.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gui-Qiang George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a friendly hotel that makes you feel at home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Bar needs help when busy.

The Bar always has a problem every time we go there. When he's filling the dishwasher he isn't serving. And the queue builds up. Each order take ages to complete. There aren't enough staff to deal with the queues. They need a buzzer to call in staff to help just for 20 mins or so.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

8/10 Good

andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kully Singh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean n spacious, staff were welcoming and friendly, food and drinks were delicious, good car parking space
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Furniture in Bedroom Lounge in need of updating. Bathroom in need of decorating. Barman was a credit to the organisation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable, if a little hot, but made use of the fan. I was in the area for a family Ceremony on 23rd June. Weather v hot that week. 3 points: 1. Arriving late, in need of a tea or coffee, unable to locate the supplies. Had to seek out a staff member who said it was 'in the wardrobe' . It was in a cupboard under the tv. 2. tiny milk cartons are never enough , so next day I requested some fresh milk for my tea on second morning, approx 7.00am. It did not arrive. At 8.00am a found a Staff member who showed me the request on his phone, which had not been passed on. 3. I asked whether a small bottle of water could be put into their fridge for me to collect the next day. Answer "we don't have a fridge for that sort of thing". I think for a Hotel with such a good reputation it was a little disappointing that Staff could not have given a little more time and attention to some small details, eg where exactly to find the kettle etc.. Otherwise all ok and a good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

My room

I had a different room to the one shown online and not in the actual hotel building, the room was at the back of the hotel with cars parked up to the front door and a car engine was running at 4.45am for 15 minutes before leaving,unable to get back to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Check local competitors for somewhere better

This splendidly located landmark hotel claims but fails to be 'Luxury', as it is too faded - but was still good value for a midweek break. Breakfast is now without supplements (they have listened !) - but they had no smoked salmon, two mornings in a row, which is an indictment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vitoria

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

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dominic

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Reception was frosty. Room advertised as 4 poster on Expedia and was a small double attic room. Room hot and blinds didn’t keep out sun. Staff in restaurant were good. Expensive for room quality and service. Parking on street. Location good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025