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The Lion Wendlebury

3.5 star property
Inn in Bicester with restaurant and bar/lounge
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Bar (on property)
Garden
Lobby lounge
Superior Room, 1 Double Bed
Property entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Property entrance

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The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
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About the area

Map
Wendlebury Road, Wendlebury, Bicester, England, OX25 2PW

What's nearby

  • Bicester Golf and Country Club - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Bicester Village - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • University of Oxford - 14 min drive - 16.6 km
  • John Radcliffe Hospital - 15 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Blenheim Palace - 16 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Bicester North Station - 10 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Creperie Angelie - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Tua Pasta - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cecconi's - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Lion Wendlebury

Inn near Bicester Village
Take advantage of a garden, a bar and a restaurant at The Lion Wendlebury. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), meeting rooms and smoke-free property
  • Newspapers in the reception and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Lion Wendlebury include comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Lion Wendlebury Inn Bicester
Lion Wendlebury Bicester
Lion Wendlebury
The Lion Wendlebury Inn
The Lion Wendlebury Bicester
The Lion Wendlebury Inn Bicester

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lion Wendlebury pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lion Wendlebury?

As of 26 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion Wendlebury on 15 Dec 2024 start from AU$183.10, 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.

How much is parking at The Lion Wendlebury?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lion Wendlebury?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Lion Wendlebury?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Lion Wendlebury located?

Situated in a rural location, this inn is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bicester Golf and Country Club, Bicester Shopping Park and Bicester Village. Bicester Motion and River Cherwell are also within 9 miles (15 km).

The Lion Wendlebury Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 244 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 244 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 244 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 244 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 244 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
The food in The Lion was first class, and the service from Elisha and Mark. However the room had a few problems 1 the hot water was scolding instantly and no mixer , if any child opens the hot tap they woild have 3rd degree burns. 2 the coffee machine had no water chamber ( missing ) 3 there was no bulb in the table lamp Room was clean just not maintained regular in my opinion , ive been in the trades for 40 years so all the jobs would take an hour After saying that i would still stay there again for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Erik

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The town of Wendlebury is not the nicest place, but the room was comfortable. Service for dinner and upon checkin was a bit hit and miss to be honest. We couldn't get water with dinner. Had to wait forever to order. But the morning staff was nice and breakfast was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was overall very good but let down by shower drain blocked with hair etc. Bed was comfortable but the underblanket was stained. Staff were friendly and helpful although the waiting staff in the dining room should have been more attentive. Details meant as constructive criticisms. Overall very good and we would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anita

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location but the room needs general maintenance
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only had a brief one night stay on our way to Devon but enjoyed every minute of it - we ate in the restaurant and both loved our meals , both the venison and the mushroom pie were excellent , the only downside was that was so comfortable and quiet in our room that we slept in and didn’t have time for breakfast. Next time for sure
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Decent
This place is a gem! Exquisite decor, outstanding service, and a cozy atmosphere make it unforgettable. Perfect blend of luxury and charm. Highly recommend for a unique and delightful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Swee Lin

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Good service
Check in was fast. The room allocated to me was easily accessible and very spacious. The plumbing system needs to be repaired. I found something floating in the wc when I first got into the room. Thought the housekeeping did not do a thorough job, but after I flushed the toilet, the floating objects kept reappearing. It was rather disgusting. The hotel has a pub and food was good, service was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location. Very rural and quiet. The service was great, staff bubbly. Food was tremendous too. Definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay good food and very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Faultless
Friendly welcoming staff, delicious food and comfy room. No fault. Will be my go to when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

6/10 Okay

Owen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a fine building which, in my opinion, shows lots of untapped potential. Overall the property was fine BUT: Furniture was sort of "chic" but some older pieces like our dressing table and the table we used in the dining room could be better in keeping if sanded down and painted. We were only offered various cooked breakfasts from the menu, whereas an included light cereals and toast- which is what we wanted - was not on a menu or originally offered. Evening meal was a bit pricey, we thought. Fish and chips was £16.95 and the cheapest and the desert was £7.95 . We thought a brief and lighter "Travellers Menu" whould have been an appropriate addition. Our room was quite big and pretty well equipped yet the dressing mirror with a small dressing table was parked in a dark corner and at a height where the lady only saw half of her face to put on make-up - this is a common issue we think.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

GUY

Perfect pub/hotel! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A bit of a find
A one night stop to visit a relation. Great food although a bit more choice, ie fruit, on the breakfast menu would have been nice. Comfortable, quiet room and having our dog with us was not an issue. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel with a very good restaurant.
The Lion is an excellent place to stay - great food and really nice rooms. The rooms have a really good level of equipment with a coffee maker etc. The restaurant was very good, really nice food and good service. Breakfast was very good - but not great for business travellers, as it doesn't start until 8am. Bringing this forward to 7.30am would make all the difference (but maybe not to those going to Bicester Village!) I would also really recommend adding a couple of electric car chargers - it would be easy to do just inside the gate, and would make a huge difference - it is one of the things I look for in all hotels nowadays.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024