Main Road, Witney, OX29 5RJ, United Kingdom
#2 of 5 hotels in Witney
Guests' ChoiceBased on 960 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 20 August 2025
Jane
United KingdomEverything was a wonderful experience The food, the friendliness of the staff , our room was amazing and the price was great. I fully recommend The Harcourt Arms. Thank you ☺️
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Lars
NetherlandsThe personel could be al little bit more open/ smile some more. Most of the seemed like if they "need to work there and are not enjoying it". Tip: if you smile more (while serving people), most people automatically don't mind if things are taking a little bit longer or something that is not going according to plan. Furthermore, the a la carte menu could use a little bit more variation. The options for breakfast were also too limited to our opinion. Maybe some extra continental options or (kid friendly) options like pankakes.
The room, spacious and the location of the hotel.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Johnd's
GermanyAmazing location in the countryside, stunning rooms, delicious food, absolutely great service. We will be back.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 13 August 2025
Raymond
United KingdomWe asked for a downstairs room but were given a excellent room on the first floor but was difficult as an elderly couple to get there on the positive side they did help us with the luggage
Large comfortable room - extremely clean with very friendly staff and a great breakfast
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 13 August 2025
Norma
United KingdomThere was delay with the serving of our evening meal. We had booked, but there was an influx of diners, which made it difficult for staff to keep up with demand. However the food was excellent when it arrived.
We had a very pleasant stay in this excellent hotel. We chose a deluxe room and it met our expectations- very quiet and comfortable. Very good breakfast too. Easy parking too.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 12 August 2025
Viktor
BelgiumEverything perfect. We also enjoyed the restaurant. Highly recommended.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Paul
United KingdomBed was a lil uncomfortable becasue it was two beds pushed together, only if you moved to the middle of the bed it was not great. Other than that it was fine.
The food was very good, the staff were on it. Drink selection is good. 15/20 minutes drive to Oxford or burford to go more in to Cotswold.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Alison
United KingdomBeautiful setting, high standards and incredible value. Friendly professional staff and service and every little finishing touch considered for guests.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 7 August 2025
Perry
United KingdomNothing
A great place to relax after a days walking. Hidden in a small village 1 mile from the Thames Path. Food in the restaurant was a good and the breakfast provided had a good choice. Staff were very attentive and provided a friendly atmosphere
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Problempage
United KingdomThe restaurant food (chateaubriand) wasn’t very warm and not at all exciting for the hefty price. A discretionary service charge of 10% is automatically added to restaurant bill you can easily miss especially if they email the bill to you. Although I paid this after discussing with the manager I regret this Americanism creeping in. They do not charge the extra on room rates.
Really lovely pub restaurant. Extremely comfortable room and superb bathroom. Management & staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast excellent.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Jeff
United KingdomNothing - air conditioning would have been nice as it was very hot during our stay but you can’t expect it in a period property like this and a fan was provided :)
Great quality, well presented and spacious. Comfortable rooms, lovely large en suite bathroom and quirky touches to decoration that made it feel special
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Anthony
United KingdomBed seemed to be short, feet were hanging off the end. Not a major issue but could be for a taller person.
All dining and drinks good.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Margaret
United KingdomFriendly staff , comfortable room and great food . Very dog friendly too
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 29 July 2025
Robin
United KingdomNothing
My wife was taken ill on our journey and the staff went out of their way to look after us. Throughly enjoyable stay
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 27 July 2025
Fiona
United KingdomBathroom was done out in dark wood laminate. Wet room shower - water goes everywhere and no independent shower head for moving it around. Sink plug does not work properly and so it constantly drains with the tap running and has no depth. Layout in the bathroom is strange!
Staff very friendly and helpful. Food was good - dinner and breakfast. Pleasant environment. Decor good. Bed comfortable
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Alex
United KingdomThe wifi in our room barely worked, but was fine downstairs.
The room was spectacular! Absolutely beautiful old aesthetic, yet the bathroom was very modern, perfect. The staff were very accommodating and the food was great, too.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Louise
United KingdomDiners on the Saturday night who didn't respect the rules and let their dog up on the bench seating. I thought the manager dealt with them very fairly though.
A wonderful stay at this beautiful place for two nights (Friday and Saturday) whilst we attended the Royal International Air Tattoo. I'd originally booked the accessible room for my partner and his brother to share, but plans changed and I ended up staying with my partner in this beautiful, large, comfy room with the biggest shower ever. Every detail is taken care of, from the in room coffee machine, with fresh milk from the bar if you want it, as well as fancy tea bags. The food was out of this world. We had dinner and two breakfasts and enjoyed every bite. I had the Pork Chop with the Romanian Bean Stew on Saturday night and it was a taste sensation. I had major food envy looking at everyone else's too and wished we could have stayed longer. Happy hour each evening from 5 - 7pm was also very enjoyable. The staff were so warm and friendly and made us welcome from the moment we set foot inside. I had to do some work from there on Friday and I was looked after very well. We loved that The Harcourt Arms is dog friendly, and we met so many lovely well behaved dogs - and their owners. Would definitely recommend and hope to stay there again one day.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Judith
AustraliaWe were more than happy with our stay at Harcourt Arms. Nothing we didn’t like!
The staff were really friendly and always ready with a smile. That’s really important to me. Breakfast was good too. Dragos was very accommodating and Alice was delightful.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Charles
United StatesThe hotel was quite comfortable and well appointed. The staff was welcoming and helpful. It was in a perfect location for us, with an hour drive to Heathrow and away from the Cotswolds traffic. We enjoyed our dinner and the breakfast options were excellent.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Tim
United KingdomNothing
Very comfortable and clean. Felt very safe staying here.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 19 July 2025
Yvonne
United KingdomNothing
Rooms were fantastic, beautiful pub, lovely atmosphere. Will definitely go back
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 18 July 2025
Sara
SpainEverything was great
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 15 July 2025
Wendy
United KingdomGood breakfast, beautiful village.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Amanda
United KingdomGetting chased by wasps but not the hotels fault.
Lovely hotel, staff really friendly, breakfast was good and the food in the restaurant is great quality and reasonably priced.
Stayed in July 2025
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