The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough - The Coaching Inn Group

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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.6

Property highlights

About this property

Said to be haunted by the ghost of Mary Queen of Scots, this Elizabethan hotel has historic features and an on-site restaurant. The Talbot offers bedrooms with attached bathroom, WiFi access and free parking. Each bedroom with attached bathroom offers tea and coffee making facilities and a TV with Freeview channels. Some of the bedrooms feature bathrobes and slippers. The restaurant and bar offer traditional British cuisine, fine wines and real ales. The The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough - The Coaching Inn Group features oak beams, open fires and many other historic qualities. Some parts of the hotel come from Fotheringhay Castle. This includes the staircase, which Mary Queen of Scots walked down before being executed. Oundle is a town with Georgian architecture and a 14th-century church. Close by is Lyveden New Bield, the remains of a cross-shaped 16th-century lodge. Peterborough (and its shopping center) is just 9.9 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 full bed
Bedroom
1 queen bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Claire
United States United States
“Beautiful hotel, quaint and well maintained. Lovely area.”
John
United States United States
“The room was very nice and comfortable. The bathroom was exceptional; it seemed rather recently updated. Also, very much appreciated the fan (found in the wardrobe) since the daytime temperatures were warm.”
Angela
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful period property in a superb location. Staff were helpful. Rooms were spacious, clean and comfortable”
Patricia
Canada Canada
“Beautiful building in a gorgeous little English town. Warm and welcoming. We would recommend it to anyone.”
Jess
Bermuda Bermuda
“Room was large and clean - Mary Queen of Scots. Matress was definitely old and sagging but comfortable. Breakfast was fantastic. Hotel location was excellent.”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location Friendly staff Last minute booking as friends live in the oundle village, so very impressed they got us in!!!!”
Alan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was warm and large. The bed was a good size and comfortable. The staff were friendly and efficient. Lovely old building and tended gardens”
Carl
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was a nice size very comfortable.staff were pleasant”
Lisa
United States United States
“Beautiful old Inn with tons of charm on the outside and in the garden areas. Bathroom was huge and well appointed. Delicious meals. Soft classical music playing in our room upon arrival.”
Christopher
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“They offer fresh milk or oat milk for tea and coffee facilities in the room which is a nice touch”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
The Talbot Eatery & Coffee House
  • Cuisine
    British • International • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough - The Coaching Inn Group takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Crib upon request
£5 per child, per night
5 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Children are allowed on request. Contact property with your requirements. Additional fees apply.

Pets are allowed in the classic rooms on request. Additional fees apply, please contact property in advance to ensure a pet-friendly room is allocated.

This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.