Market Square, Faringdon, SN7 7HU, United Kingdom
#9 of 14 hotels in Faringdon
Guests' ChoiceBased on 274 hotel reviews
8.3Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.1
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 15 May 2025
Dave
United KingdomSlight damage to shower head in room.
Room was lovely, shower was powerfl, although it needs a slight repair to the shower head. Breakfast was very good. Location is great, very central. We stayed on Saturday night, and after visting all of the other pubs in Faringdon we came back to the Inn and enjoyed some excellent live music. The bar was busy with a great atmosphere. A great place to stay and explore the Cotswolds.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 3 May 2025
Linda
United KingdomThere was no information ie meal times were things were
Lovely room clean and comfortable
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 27 April 2025
Susan
United KingdomThe shower in Room 3 needs fixing to the wall properly
Lovely surroundings & a beautiful old building The bed was the most comfortable I think I’ve ever slept in
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 7 April 2025
Caroline
United KingdomGood atmosphere. Great breakfast. Parking onsite.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 3 April 2025
Michelle
United KingdomNice size
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 27 March 2025
Sarah
United KingdomWould have liked warning of live music on the Saturday night. In the end that and the courtyard noise didn’t keep us awake too long. Breakfast was good but the “one cup of tea or coffee included” seemed unnecessary!
Room although small was all we needed for one night. It was clean and water and coffee provided free of charge. Bathroom was average but adequate for the night. Staff helpful and enjoyed the location and character.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 24 March 2025
Stockton
United KingdomAs all old places other people walking around makes noice, but not a complaint
Enjoyed the comfort and friendliness of the staff both when I checked in and the following morning
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 24 March 2025
Ann
United KingdomBed wasn't very comfortable and duvet very thin, so not warm, (no spare blankets). No instructions for coffee maker.
This was our second visit to The Old Crown Coaching Inn. The first was on our wedding night in January 1972! 53 years later it still looks much the same from the outside, although the interior has been updated, and has the usual facilities installed that we've come to expect. The bar and restaurant staff were friendly and helpful. A pleasant, characterful place to stay. There were only a couple of minor points which I'm sure would have been dealt with had we been staying for more than one night.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 28 February 2025
Matthew
United KingdomNo Wi-Fi code or password information in the room or information about breakfast times or check out
Location
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 16 February 2025
Suzanne
United StatesRoom well appointed, good dining and great pub. Staff most accommodating
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 3 February 2025
Philip
United KingdomBathroom needed a shelf a light over mirror and more hooks for used towels Only one hand towel provided
Location excellent suited our needs Staff friendly and helpful Breakfast good Car park on site Good atmosphere in pub
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 29 October 2024
Tracey
United KingdomBathrooms looked tired no hand soap.
Parking, great coffee facilities in the room, lovely restaurant and breakfast was great
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 18 October 2024
Chris
United KingdomWe booked a late check out. 12 but at 11.00 am they want us to move room , we got ready quick and left in 15 mins ,, didn’t spoil stay but appeared a bit strange. Would’ve been more ashore than it’s worth for an hour. doing.
In centre of Farringdon , lovely old building. , cosy
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 12 September 2024
Brian
United KingdomOnly real challenge was the car park. It's hard to find (hidden little side alley) and quite small ("first come first served") but managed to squeeze in. I had to ring the hotel for directions to find it. Just bit of a faff late at night but that's all.
Needed somewhere for an overnight stop whilst travelling so arrived at 9pm, slept, got up and left next day. Got a free room upgrade when booking. Nice and spacious. Comfy bed and slept well. Freshly cooked breakfast (did me a gluten free one). Staff very helpful. They also allowed me to keep my mountain bike in my room. Although a brief visit, it served it's purpose and would use again.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 26 August 2024
Jo
United KingdomWe emailed and told Seb we were vegan, he emailed back about a veggie brekky. This info wasn't passed on so we were offered tomatoes, mushrooms and toast. Our son (who's birthday it was) doesn't like either. Odering breakfast was a nightmare and the chef didn't have a clue so we had to come up with our own suggestions. There was no spread so dry toast, but 1 plate had dairy butter on it. We were really embarrassed. Where we live, all cafes, pubs offer vegan breakfasts or know what is and isn't vg. The waitresses were brilliant - we felt very sorry for them having to keep dealing with the chefs mistakes. One said, after we'd eaten, that the hash browns weren't vegan! Our hearts stopped but she was mistaken - a fitting end to the breakfast debacle that would've been avoided if the chef knew what is and isn't vegan. If you have dietary needs, allergies, avoid pork, GF etc then there are 3 cafes right near the pub. The room was cold and the radiator didnt work - it's an old building but it would've been good had the room had a heater.
The bed was comfy and the room was spacious. The front of house staff were exceptional.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 8 August 2024
Ken
United KingdomFood was fairly tasteless
Food was nothing special but the dining room was superb
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 29 July 2024
Guido
GermanyThe room was extremly small, without any wardrobe. The bed was small too and makes noises.
Very friendly and helpful staff and an excellent food. The Bus station in front of the hotel is useful.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 28 July 2024
Mary
United KingdomCan’t really think of anything to make our stay any better
Greeting on arrival, help with luggage etc, very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 26 July 2024
Nick
United KingdomParking was very poor. carpark was completely full and rather than cone the end off or notify you somehow, you have drive in and find you you cant park and then have to reverse out which is a nightmare. Wifi not offered and reception is non existant
The location is very good
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 15 July 2024
Chris
United KingdomNothing
Location for town
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 14 July 2024
Justin
New ZealandCharming old inn set in lovely market square. The food was exceptional.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 1 July 2024
Brian
United KingdomSteps!
Excellent food and helpful staff
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 15 June 2024
Anthea
United KingdomPretty building and central to town
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Lykke
United KingdomNo WiFi or Internet connection. Luckily not major issue for me .
Great location , good sized twin bedroom. Friendly & helpful staff
Stayed in April 2024
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