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The Crown & Thistle

4.0 star property
Abingdon inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Enjoy dining and socializing in this open space with high ceilings and exposed beams.
Relax in a classic room with a bathtub, exposed brick walls, and a comfortable bed.
Experience the charm of this historic building, featuring a traditional facade and a prominent tree with wisteria flowers.
Bathroom features a classic design with a vanity, mirror, and cabinet, alongside a bathtub.
Traditional two-story building with a charming entrance, arched doorway, and ivy-adorned facade.
The Crown & Thistle offers a charming retreat with cooked-to-order breakfast, a cozy bar, and delightful garden views. Connect to WiFi in your room or unwind at the 24-hour front desk. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a large mirror.

Executive Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Relax in this inviting room with a dining area, featuring a table, chair, and comfortable seating for two.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Enjoy a comfortable stay in this stylishly designed room, featuring a neatly made bed, a small table with breakfast service, and a potted plant.

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic hotel room with a four-poster bed, nightstand, and large window.

Honeymoon Double Room (Four Poster Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a large mirror.

Superior Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

Relax in this inviting room with a dining area, featuring a table, chair, and comfortable seating for two.

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Two single beds with striped bedspreads and white pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture adorn this cozy space.

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
18 Bridge Street, Abingdon, England, OX14 3HS

What's nearby

  • Abingdon Abbey - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Oxford - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Christ Church College - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Oxford Castle - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 13 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 27 min drive
  • Abingdon Culham Station - 4 min drive
  • Appleford Station - 5 min drive
  • Abingdon Radley Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pablo Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Throwing Buns - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nags Head - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bella Napoli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Narrows - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Crown & Thistle

The Crown & Thistle puts you within a 15-minute drive of Thames River and University of Oxford. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Italian, Romanian

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Reception hall
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
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Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Crown Thistle Hotel Abingdon
Crown Thistle Hotel
Crown Thistle Inn Abingdon
Crown Thistle Abingdon
Crown Thistle
The Crown Thistle Inn
The Crown Thistle
Crown Thistle Inn
The Crown & Thistle Inn
The Crown & Thistle Abingdon
The Crown & Thistle Inn Abingdon
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Crown & Thistle offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Crown & Thistle does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Crown & Thistle?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Crown & Thistle?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Crown & Thistle?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at The Crown & Thistle and nearby?

The Crown & Thistle has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Crown & Thistle?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.

What's the area around The Crown & Thistle like?

The Crown & Thistle is a short 1-minute walk from Thames River and 4 minutes' walk from Thames Path.

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The Crown & Thistle Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Food
Bed
Ambience
History
Towns
Location
Restaurant

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, great, delish, and superbly cooked. (23 reviews)
  • The restaurant served excellent food and offered a great dining experience. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable room and very quiet for being on the road
Raymond, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely historic coaching inn with excellent food and wonderful staff.
David, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyed our stay here. Could use some updating to decor, but comfortable stay with great setting and wonderful breakkfast
Mary, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

The room was great ,breakfast good and the staff great. Only issue was the paint on bathroomceiling was coming away due to leak or damp needed attention.enjoyed stay lots of resturants ,cafes and bars in area all in walking distance .river walks very close.
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Hotel full of character and comfort

Great stay with great service from all staff in hotel and in restaurant. The room had great character as did the whole building, so pleased places like this still exist. Will continue to return here going forward.
Mark, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Charles, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Overnight stay meeting friends

Great location, friendly hotel and a superb breakfast. The room was small but comfortable, but I noticed the bathroom ceiling was in need of some repair.
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely hotel fantastic breakfast great service
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff in the restaurant were extremely attentive to our every need & could not have been more pleasant.
wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely hotel and staff
Cindy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely hotel & staff, nice area
Wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely room. Very close location to the town centre. Cose to many places to eat. Also has a linked restaurant.
Nicholas, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

What a lovely hotel with a fantastic free cooked breakfast, can’t wait too stay again.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It was a really lovely hotel, right in the heart of tow, fabulous food too
Cindy, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Very nice - staff excellent and also a lot to do around the area.
Rory, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Crown & Thistle Abingdon.
Lynne, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Overnight stop

Comfortable bed, big bathroom. Local to theatre.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Highly recommend the restaurant. We enjoyed a great evening meal there and the breakfast was excellent.
Nina, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice , quirky old pub
Nick, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful

Beautiful old building! We really enjoyed our stay and especially loved the claw foot tub.
Deborah, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place, full of character and a breakfast that is going to take some beating.
Krzysztof, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Couple stay

Amazing breakfast, lovely decorated room, great service
Katrina, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Charming hotel in center of Abingdon

The hotel is charming, good beds, friendly and helpful staff. Excellent breakfast was included in our price.
Ben, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

The hotel is near the town centre in a lovely old quaint building. The decor is a little worn but the facilities are clean and very well equipped and all the staff were friendly and helpful. Bed and bath were both very nice
Rachel, 1-night trip