The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough - The Coaching Inn Group
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 en suite bedrooms, WiFi access and free parking. Each en suite bedroom 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 boasts 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 centre) is just 16 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
Mark
United Kingdom“We had a lovely one night stay. Excellent food at dinner, breakfast too. Staff all very friendly and helpful. Room very nicely decorated, spotless. Parking all ok. Oundle is a beautiful town, excellent base for visiting Rutland Water.”- Briggs United Kingdom“Breakfast was good. room was good, quiet. Dinner was good, plenty of choice.”
- Richard United Kingdom“Very attractive hotel in a very attractive location”
- Mrkwrdn United Kingdom“Great location, Fab room with very comfortable bed and pod coffee machine and kettle with sachets, Good car park, good bar and restaurant. Old building with oads of character.”
- Michael United Kingdom“Overnight stop on our way north, conveniently close to A1. Really enjoyed everything about it - good location, nice bar, good food, efficient friendly staff. Hotel clean and tidy. Couldn't fault it.”
- Richard United Kingdom“An excellent stay, everthing was perfect. Spacious room, friendly staff, good food and a wonderful atmosphere in tastefully decorated characterful building.”
- Andy United Kingdom“Central, mix of modern facilities in old buildings”
- Peter United Kingdom“food great , staff very helpful, location excellent”
- Clare United Kingdom“The hotel setting was lovely, with atmospheric gardens leading to a pretty courtyard. The bar and restaurant areas were relaxing and the furniture was of a high quality. Both breakfast and evening meals were of a good standard and the staff were...”
- Louise United Kingdom“Nice decor, lovely surroundings. Able to sit in a garden and eat.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Talbot Eatery & Coffee House
- CuisineBritish • International • European
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
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 may host on-site functions and some rooms may be affected by noise.
