Macdonald Bear Hotel

the upgrade for our Anniversary with card and chocolates was a lovely surprise - reception team are fantastic happy and willing to help for anything.

We loved the 'creaky' uneven floors of this 700 years old English guesthouse with its lovely oldie worldly atmosphere. It sends you back in time! Our room was up in the attic where the floors and stairs are uneven which we loved. We had snow on the night we stayed but our room was lovely and warm thanks to great heating that could be controlled. We had a superb bathroom and the shower was amazing with lots of hot water. Coffee machine also in the room with fresh milk available on request. Breakfast in the morning was freshly cooked English fayre with a selection of great choices. Some of which do carry a supplement charge if you want to upgrade your food choice. Also there was ample continental options. All the staff were friendly and helpful. Special shout out to Leena (spelling, apologise) covering reception for being very customer driven. The location is perfect to walk everywhere including into Blenheim Palace and for exploring Woodstock. Private car park at the rear with limited availability! Lovely inviting open fire burning in the hotel bar....

We were meant to be visiting Blenheim Palace but it was unfortunately cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. The hotel was perfectly situated to visit Blenheim Palace and the village was lovely. We had a very good meal in the hotel restaurant, food was lovely, service good and the waiter was very friendly. Room was clean but a bit small.

Plenty of good things to say. Great Oxford gateway location with still close distance for those arriving by the car. Close distance to beautiful park (we have a dog and she loved it) Minute walk to palace ( we weren’t bothered as I find it too expansive) Great vibe in the village lots of restaurants and Saturday market too. Breakfast just great and we were able to keep the dog in the bar (not in restaurant though) Room great and spacious with car park in the front. Couldn’t really fault anything in this accommodation. Very polite staff, only barman hasn’t best day I am afraid. Not big deal. Almost perfection.

Our room was spotless and we loved the space and comfortable armchairsT. he food was excellent and beautifully presented. Staff were attentive, helpful and friendly. The overall ambience of the hotel was welcoming and comfortable. Car parking was available and very convenient.