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Macdonald Bear Hotel

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Serves lunch and dinner
Lobby
Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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, Marlborough Maze
    ‪5 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
(25 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Macdonald Bear Hotel

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, 24-hour room service and conference space.
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.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Macdonald Bear Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Oxfordshire Museum. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Steps from Oxfordshire Museum and 12 minutes on foot from Blenheim Palace
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
On-site venue – This fine-dining restaurant specialises in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
The Churchill Lounge – This bar specialises in British cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare.
Late-night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

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 self 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

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

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Macdonald Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay again. Lovely food in restaurant. Location for Blenheim palace is perfect. Service great on check in, but reception unmanned on check out so had to leave keys on desk which was a shame. Otherwise perfect
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We didn't have breakfast. Room was very spacious though lighting was poor and bathroom a bit "tired!"
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All ok however the breakfast buffet was very underwhelming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
The room was very clean and the staff were friendly. It was nice and quiet even though we were in the centre of Woodstock
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed. Room was good but a little tired. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Been coming to this hotel for a number of years and it is starting to look very tired and needs a very good clean! Such a shame as it used to be wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent, check in good. Breakfast 18 pound a head! Quality of priduce very good but not offered toast or choice of eggs or toast. Asked for white coffee and cup filled to brom with black coffee
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

JOHN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, a warm and spacious room with very good amenities. Staff were courteous and helpful. Breakfast was average at best, plates were cold. Good parking plus the hotel was centrally placed in the town.
Lovely bedroom
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. All the staff were great and the room very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very long wait for breakfast, food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fab location for Blenheim Palace. Room very tired, tap hanging off in the basin. Beds not full singles. Breakfast was like something from fawlty towers, yes busy, but shouldn’t have been a surprise to staff who really struggled even to pour coffee and take orders. Food (when it finally arrived 90 minutes after booked) - was v nice and hot.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, lovely place with modernised bathroom. Our room was up a million narrow stairs so would be quite difficult with a large suitcase. Saying that, we managed with two kids and back packs. The foldout couch bed needs to be replaced though, it massively sags at the head (we didn't use it in the end as we got a cot for the 2yo). We were there end Nov, room was warm. Food was great. Cooked breakfast was from a menu, continental was buffet style. We enjoyed our stay, would recommend more than a night to see everything around the town
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Tony

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not great. Heating broke down & we wete freezing. Manager brought up temporary heater.. not really effective. Staff were fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

D

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Dr Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The reception staff were very helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good stay - would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

SIMON, Farnham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have enjoyed a wonderful stay at The Bear Hotel. We came to enjoy a private family sunday lunch which the hotel did admirably. The lunch was very generous with great selection of vegetables with the roast. The staff were great, serving 25 people promptly without fuss. We stayed overnight and our room facing the rear courtyard was quiet, spacious and clean. Overall we would recommend The Bear Hotel for a stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025