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The Punch Bowl

3.0 star property
This charming inn near Blenheim Palace offers a warm, homey atmosphere where guests can relax with drinks in the cozy bar or enjoy meals on the sunny terrace

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The Punch Bowl welcomes travelers with a hearty breakfast and attentive service praised by guests. The property features a restaurant, WiFi throughout, and extended parking options. After exploring nearby attractions, the terrace is a perfect spot to unwind.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is 3.535.110 ₫
4.242.132 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May

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Family Suite, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed OR 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Woodstock is home to The Punch Bowl. The North Wall Arts Centre and Oxford Ice Rink are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Bicester Village and Covered Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Iffley Road Track or Oxford Greyhound Stadium. Visit our Woodstock travel guide
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Map
12 Oxford Street, Woodstock, England, OX20 1TR

What's nearby

  • www.alamy.com
    Oxfordshire Museum
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Blenheim Palace
    Blenheim Palace
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Oxford
    University of Oxford
    16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Silverstone Circuit
    Silverstone Circuit
    40 min drive - 57.8 km
  • Marlborough Maze
    20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Witney Hanborough Station
    7 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR)
    75 min drive

Restaurants

  • Oxfordshire Pantry
    11 min walk
  • Beefeater Oxford Kidlington
    3 min drive
  • The Hand & Shears
    8 min drive
  • The King's Arms, Woodstock
    2 min walk
  • George & Dragon
    7 min drive

About this property

The Punch Bowl

Inn near Blenheim Palace
Take advantage of a terrace, a bar and a restaurant at The Punch Bowl. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and smoke-free property
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.0 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.0 per pet, per stay
  • 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

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Punch Bowl pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15.0 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Punch Bowl?

As of 28 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Punch Bowl on 27 May 2026 start from 3.535.110 ₫, excluding 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 Punch Bowl?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Punch Bowl?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Punch Bowl?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Punch Bowl located?

Situated in Woodstock, this inn is within a 15-minute walk of Oxfordshire Museum and Blenheim Palace. Oxford Bus Museum is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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Reviews

The Punch Bowl Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 328 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 328 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 328 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 328 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 328 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were lovely and clean. Staff were very friendly, didn't try the breakfast parking. A little limited But overall, a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at the Punch Bowl! Staff were lovely, breakfast was great and the room was huge and so clean. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, lovely staff, newly renovated and very spacious bedrooms. Breakfast was great and the team were very helpful with parking. We had room 1 and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and nice, we stayed in the 2 bedroom suite but there are no doors for the 2 different rooms, walls are soo thin that you can hear everything happening on the hallway outside the room and the constant slamming of the door that connects from the restaurant to the rooms was extremely loud, woke us up constantly in the early morning so bring ear plugs. Location is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice, except the fact it was two single beds put together, very uncomfortable couple of nights, staff were nice enough, chicken kebabs where a bit undercooked towards the top of the skewer and the squid was over cooked and chewy, the hotel is dog friendly and has a lovely open fire and great walks near by
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. Wish we had stayed for two nights. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

Fabulous small hotel with comfortable refurbished rooms, friendly staff, good food and location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fab stay, great food, wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely welcome, upgraded room. Quiet as requested and Any other requests were accommodated. Great food and service. Free WiFi, water and milk for room. Shampoo / shower gel provided. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff and service. The locdtion was perfect for visiting all that Woodstock has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly ambience and very good attitude to well behaved dogs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A warm friendly welcome and comfortable atmosphere. Rooms clean and spacious with great facilities. Breakfast high quality ingredients and served by warm friendly staff would highly recommend this little gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

We had an amazing stay: the family who runs the business is very friendly, hardworking, always willing to please the customers. The pub is cosy, the food served very nice and heart warming. Our family room was comfortable and nicely decorated. We definitely recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiyoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing very clean. Comfy and very clean beds great for family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfy bed and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and newly updated, bathroom was beautiful. Location was perfect, right in town and a 10-15 minute walk to Blenheim Palace. Had supper at The Chef Imperial, best Chinese food I’ve ever had!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was so lovely and comfortable. We also enjoyed our breakfast and dinner at the Pub. Everyone was so kind and we appreciated the help finding us a taxi to the train station. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sunday lunch was good, staff were excellent. Shame the bar/restaurant was closed very early Sunday evening and breakfast was not served on Mondays.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and service. Recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little Gem

A little Gem of an Inn, and the winner is it is very dog friendly. The room was big for 2 adults and 2 older children and a dog. Lovely decor and a great location. Service was great, we also eat an evening meal at the pub which was great after a day of exploring.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely old village pub.

The Punch Bowl is a lovely old village pub, full of individual character and charm. Really welcoming and friendly staff, nice old bar, great food. It's right in the middle of Woodstock village, and just over the road from Marlborough Palace and grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The family suite was a great option for us and is great for families. Bathroom (with a shower) in the middle with two bedrooms either side. One as a twin and one as a double. Everything was clean. Comms were clear re parking (getting the pass from reception) and we parked up easily. Check-in was simple and lady was very friendly. Staff in the morning were very welcoming at breakfast were very attentive and the breakfast was great. Walking distance to Blenheim palace so really convenient. Woodstock also lots of options to eat also had a lovely meal at the punch bowl.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Three old school friends stayed in the big room at the front which was perfect for all of us to be together. The room was beautifully decorated with a spacious walk-in shower. The room had everything we needed. The beds were comfy and the location was convenient for everything. Staff were all friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It's upstairs for me

Third stay but first time in a downstairs room, a little bit more road noise, will try to book an upstairs room next time. Overall, very happy with the place, has always been very clean and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was lovely, cozy and very clean with plenty of coffee & tea. 10 o’clock check out is a bit too early 😅
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024