The Highwayman Hotel - Kidlington

Kevin W.

Only had one night but a very enjoyable stay. Situated by the canalside on the outskirts of Kidlington, this is a beautiful old establishment is small and well maintained. We were warmly greeted and shown to a reasonably spacious room with a large on suite bathroom, which included a jacuzzi bath. We had a Sunday lunch, which we both enjoyed and found to be good value. Any criticism of our stay would be nit picking as any faults were minor. All the staff were lovely and welcoming. we enjoyed a few drinks at the bar with friendly locals. Breakfast served locally sauced produce which could not be faulted. Great value for money and highly recommended.

sally D.

Really glad we picked the Highwayman. A relaxed unpretentious inn with excellent staff and friendly locals in the bar. We took our dog and he was made welcome.|Our large room had a very comfortable bed and everything you need. We ate our evening meal at the inn which was really tasty.|A lovey beer garden and canal walks from the door to some pretty pubs and tea rooms.|A handy little CoOp and bus stop into Oxford meant we didn’t move the car for our stay.|Thank you Sarah, Lorna and the rest of the team.

xvickiex4

Great place ,booked as we were visiting Blenheim palace nearby. Friendly welcome , let us order food as kitchen was nearly ready to close when we arrived and then showed to our rooms whilst it was prepared. Nice , clean ,comfortable , warm and well appointed rooms equipped with everything you would need. The meal we had was nice , Well cooked and generous portions. The pub is a bit of a throw back but i mean that as massive compliment. Full of individual character ,very friendly people (both staff and the locals in the pub ) and really well kept beer . The bonus on top was there was a live singer who gently encouraged everyone to join in with him which mostly the whole pub did . Great night . Great atmosphere . Beautiful views of the canal where a new decking has just been built. Lovely breakfast, lots available, well cooked . We will definitely return,6 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

SYed F. A. A.

My stay at the Highwayman Hotel was absolutely amazing! From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. A special shoutout to Will and Sara, who were incredibly helpful and supportive throughout my stay—they truly made the experience even better.

The hotel was spotless, with everything neat, clean, and perfectly maintained. It was one of the best stays I’ve ever had, exceeding all expectations. The service, comfort, and attention to detail were beyond good. I would highly recommend the Highwayman Hotel to anyone looking for a fantastic place to stay. Thank you to the entire team for making it such a memorable experience!

Rachel B.

We had a lovely time staying for 3 nights. It’s definitely not a gentrified gastropub more pub rooms with a community pub with limited opening below. Backs on to a charming canal and there’s a motorhome field behind the pub. Room was large and full of character, sofa, dining table and chairs and big TV - we stayed in one night and had a bottle wine. Decor a little tired but clean. Friday night was folk night and lovely atmosphere - food was ok and reasonably priced if not memorable. Breakfast similarly ok. Lots of good local restaurants for the foodies. We could come and go as pleased and locals and staff were so laidback we had the most relaxing stay in years.

Clare T.

I booked a room a week ago as am participating in a charity bike ride . I added this information to my booking and asked if I could take my to my room or store it inside somewhere safe overnight .I arrived and went to the reception which is also the bar, this looked pleasant enough which is more than can be said for the non welcoming greeting I received....I was told no bikes ....I had to chain to a fence...I explained that I had messaged ahead regarding this . They found my booking and admitted that they had read it but hadn't replied. But wouldn't budge an inch.......and we're about as helpful as a bucket with a hole in it.....so I left.....what a miserable wanker.

Clare T.

So I booked this purely as place to stay overnight as I was participating in a charity bike ride from nearby the following day. I had already emailed the owner/ manager to request if I could keep the bike inside my room or at least inside overnight for security . Upon arrival I was told straight away " no bikes in here ". How welcoming ...I explained my situation , he found the email, said he hadn't read it. Didn't change his mind and literally turned his back on me.....very unwelcoming, unfriendly and unhelpful....so I rebooted into the Premier Inn down the road....wish I had done it to begin with.....you get what you pay for.....avoid this place.

Debbie W.

Very friendly, good price and dog friendly. Nothing was too much trouble and great central location. We loved the pies and canal walks.