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The Lion Wendlebury

3.5 star property
Inn in Bicester with restaurant and bar/lounge

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
The current price is €113
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 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 - double
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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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), smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Newspapers in the reception and meeting rooms
  • 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)

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 at the property

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

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
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 6 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion Wendlebury on 10 Mar 2025 start from €113.43, 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 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Bicester Golf and Country Club and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Bicester Village. Bicester Motion and River Cherwell are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The Lion Wendlebury Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 256 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 256 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 256 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 256 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 256 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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Excellent stay good food and very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Fab pub close to Bicester village
Fabulous food, friendly staff and gorgeous cosy rooms. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

GUY

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Beautiful hotel, we had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig

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

Douglas

Very pleasant quiet hotel located a short drive from the Bicester Village outlet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Peter

Beautiful building, friendly and welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location but the room needs general maintenance
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Erik

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

8/10 Good

Elisa

Quiet location just minutes from Bicester village. Nice pub and restaurant on site.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

Stephen

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

John

Very clean and comfortable room. Excellent food. Friendly and hospitable staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Alan

Cosy pub, very happy with our stay. Food was a bit on the expensive side. But a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Excellent hotel
Lovely hotel,staff extremely helpful. Bed very comfortable,powerful shower. Breakfast and Lunch delightful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Great Country Stay
Was just passing through but wish we were staying for longer, great country Inn. Decorated to a high standard, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A delightful place. A very spacious bedroom and bathroom. And a good choice of cooked breakfasts.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

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

Carol

Lovely pub and really nice large modern room

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Nice Weekend
Needed somwhere to stay near Oxford and this fitted the bill. Worked well and the food, especially the evening meal was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Excellent venue & food
We really enjoyed our stay at the lion. Location to Bicester was perfect. Room was exactly what we booked . Dinner was excellent … that burger was first class & the crumble was awesome. Class venue .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Enjoyable stay
Beautiful location, we chose this place because we were going shopping to Bicester Village. We can recommend here if your going shopping as this place was only 2 miles away. The hotel was fabulous, food, staff and atmosphere added to a very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Christopher

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