Name: Shillingford Bridge hotel
Address: Shillingford Hill, Shillingford, OX108LZ, GB

8/10

Excellent

24 Jul 2026

christine

Helpful and friendly staff.
Excellent food, breakfast and dinner.
Room was clean and presentable, although the rest of the hotel could do with updating.
Plenty of parking.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2026

Mark

Car parking is free, make sure you book your car in at reception.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2026

louise

river view from restaurant was magical

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

10 Jul 2026

ANDREW

Frustrations abound with this 5 day stay.
The location next to the Thames is superb a beautiful spot and is very convenient for local attractions. The restaurant has an excellent menu and serves meals of a high standard.
The staff vary a lot from very helpful and pleasant (if overworked) to a bit disinterested and are definitely understaffed. (Glass clearing from outside tables taking 3 hours, service at the bar erratic.)
The building needs a major uplift. Outside probably not been painted in last 10 years, the owners do not make the most of the beautiful location.
Inside some work has been done but a little half hearted. Our suite had a modern bathroom and the bedroom decor was recent but the bedroom furniture looks to be from a 1940's house clearance. Corridors/staircases all need a major uplift.
The room cleanliness and daily service was mediocre. Windows dirty (a large window cobweb was there on arrival and upon departure) We had to ask for wc rolls, coffee cups not cleaned or replaced on one occasion, all very sloppy.
Finally breakfast was generally very good although near the end (0900) we felt the food had been stood and was not freshly cooked

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

28 Jun 2026

Ashley

Hotel was OK but general decor was tired and overdue a refurbishment. TV was still reliant on a portable aerial that had to be adjusted in position whenever you changed channel. Window was propped open with an upturned base of a toilet brush. Food was good but slightly overpriced. Location is excellent, if refurbed would be a lovely place to stay.

Self

4/10

Poor

27 Jun 2026

Rod

Nice location on the river, where people swimming in it as it was around 30deg.
Had room 22,was like walking into a furnace at 3:30 in the afternoon.No aircon,a fan was in the room but did nothing to cool it.
Bar staff were ok but sometimes it seemed an effort to serve.
The place in general that l saw needs some money spent on it for the price you pay

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Jun 2026

Ian

Perfect location, comfortable room and good breakfast.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

24 Jun 2026

Melanie

Just doe a night it was ok. There are lots of little things that just need a little attention to smarten up the hotel and make the experience a better for guests. Staff are helpful but seem a little complacent that’s how things are. Eg. Hotel rubbish outside in the walkway between the two car parks where staff also have a ‘smoking table’ with lots of ash, rubbish on the flat roof outside our window, mould on our window frame, sheet was too small for our bed frame and didn’t tuck in, fire door kept open, breakfast menu states dairy free options available but when we asked there were none. Healthy options for breakfast would be great too as well as the greasy spoon offering. Smarten up where boats dock permanently- perhaps put rule in place with boat owners around that. The above doesn’t need investment just attention to detail.
This place does have so much potential though with its gorgeous riverside setting. Look at the waterfront cafe in Benson (stroll along the river) has a great a menu, see by the river - the hotel could offer something similar and really make the most of its location.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2026

Mark

I was only there 1 night so dont know about the area. But hotel was in a lovely position next to the river and staff were 100%

Self

6/10

Pleasant

17 Jun 2026

Andrew

It depends what you want from a hotel.
It’s located right by the Thames path, so ideal for beautiful walks. Our room was large and clean. The bed was comfortable.

The hotel is extremely dilapidated. The staff were good but what they provided in terms of breakfast and a clean environment was not good. This is not their fault. The owner is at fault. He should either sell up or stick some money in. The hotel has so much potential it’s very sad. Having said all of that for what we paid it wasn’t bad value for money.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

31 May 2026

John

Good

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

30 May 2026

Geoff

Our room and bathroom were clean and modern but the entrance and staircase were very scruffy and the outside of the hotel needs a lot of attention.
The staff were friendly and helpful.
The food was good.
Parking was OK.
The location is very good with grass down to the river and seats.

down to the river.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 May 2026

Chris

Good parking. Lovely location. Friendly staff. Breakfast could do with black pudding/fried bread addition in my opinion. Loose bathroom fitting and sink plug not releasing easily but overall a lovely stay in a good location. (Room 83)

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

22 May 2026

Jinette

Room - cosy but there’s cosy and then there’s cosy. View from room great. Breakfast great and cooked to order. Parking plenty. Staff very friendly and helpful. We have stayed here before and there is no doubt it is being brought back to its former glory but as with all things it takes time and money to do complete referb. So still looking tired in places but in the up and we will stay here again.

6/10

Pleasant

18 May 2026

Kevin

The location of this hotel is very picturesque and , for us was perfectly located.
The staff were very friendly and helpful though they were very understaffed for both our evening meal and breakfast.
I can imagine that the hotel in it’s peak would have been an amazing venue but sadly now it is suffering from a lack of upkeep and showing real signs of tiredness in both the rooms and generally around the Hotel.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2026

Jason

Stayed for work is a nice friendly hotel well situated on the riverbank

Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

Mr G

good breakfast with a view of the thames and shillingford bridge.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Apr 2026

Jolanda

Lovely location, excellent staff. Hotel was nice, but could do with a facelift. The views are amazing!

Self

8/10

Excellent

03 Apr 2026

Timothy

Superb value for money. Really pleasant room. Looks out over the river. Breakfast was a treat. Invited out to dinner so cannot comment.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Mar 2026

Alison

Lovely large room and bathroom, very clean.
Building was a little tired and the tv didnt work but overall the hotel was fab.. the location, food and staff were excellent.. would definitely go again.

Pet

8/10

Excellent

05 Mar 2026

Tara

Staff welcoming and friendly, loads of secure parking. Riverside location, good food.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Feb 2026

Julia

Lovely view and helpful and friendly staff

8/10

Excellent

24 Feb 2026

Dave

A regular visitor, my go to place to stay in the area.

Self

8/10

Excellent

24 Feb 2026

Dave

A regular visitor, my go to place to stay in the area.

Self

8/10

Excellent

24 Feb 2026

Dave

A regular visitor, my go to place to stay.

Self

8/10

Excellent

24 Feb 2026

Dave

Always a nice place to stay.

Self

4/10

Poor

04 Feb 2026

Mark

Heating was on all evening making for an uncomfortable stay and had to open window which when cars started going past from 0500 wasn’t the nicest experience. Plus the TV didn’t work. Decor in the room very dated and the toilet seat almost came off in my hands

Business

10/10

Exceptional

03 Feb 2026

Michael

The room was very clean with a fantastic view. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

01 Feb 2026

Ann-Margaret

Very pleasant staff, nice clean room.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jan 2026

Mohammed Danyal

Plenty of parking. Hotel is a bit old fashioned. Booked a double bed but it was just 2 single beds joined together. A bit uncomfortable. But nothing else was available locally during my stay so the place done the job.

Business

8/10

Excellent

27 Jan 2026

Mark

Evening meal was particularly good so well done, however breakfast was a bit slow, disappointingly.

Business

2/10

Poor

15 Dec 2025

Thomas

We travelled 200 miles for a one‑night stay, collecting our key around 4pm before visiting family. Returning at 10pm, we bought drinks from the bar, paid immediately, and went to our room. At first the hotel seemed fairly quiet, but as the night progressed noise from the bar, outside, and downstairs grew worse, accompanied by piped Christmas music until 1am. Loud talking, shouting, and laughter continued until 2:30am, leaving us with barely three hours of broken sleep before a full day’s work and travel home. No warning was given of any events when we checked in, yet a large group of drunk guests from one company disrupted the night and treated it as a joke the next morning.
The room itself was nicely presented but poorly located above the entrance and bar, next to a bridge, so traffic noise and headlights added to the disturbance. The bed was hard and uncomfortable, making rest even more difficult. This was our third stay, and while rooms at the back are quieter, this experience was unacceptable. Attempts to contact the hotel via Facebook Messenger went unread and unanswered. At checkout, staff did not ask about our stay, and we discovered an incorrect bar charge on our bill, though it was promptly removed.
Overall, the lack of sleep, poor communication, and disregard for guest comfort mean we will very likely not be returning.

Business Partner

4/10

Poor

08 Dec 2025

Richard

The place is neglected and in need of modernization and investment

Business

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2025

Michael

Wonderful stay at the Shillingford Bridge Hotel. Fantastic view of the river, made even better by the early morning frost. We had a little confusion over the breakfast time but the lovely ladies working there made sure our stay wasn't blighted and accommodated us. Thank you very much. We wouldn't hesitate in returning.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Oct 2025

Mr G

Room looking a bit tired but it was a disabled person room as requested.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Oct 2025

Julie

Everything. Good location, lovely food, friendly staff.

8/10

Excellent

18 Oct 2025

David

Clean comfortable room

Business

4/10

Poor

16 Oct 2025

Benjamin

Had stayed previously so knew what to expect in terms of its pretty riverside location and facilities. However I left disappointed and probably won't return.

I booked the Snug, an identity I'm confused by as the room had less to commend it than the previous one I stayed in. It's poorly ventilated, the only window opens above a fire door and smoking area, a fact I discovered when I awoke to visible cigarette smoke in the room.

The bathroom had no storage and no towel rail, and smelt unpleasant upon arrival. The carpets in my room and in some public areas were not clean and there seemed a general lack of maintenance around the place.

The service is pleasant enough without being particularly attentive or warm.

There's a reasonable amount of on-site parking, which is free to guests.

Yes it's at the more affordable end of the spectrum, but even for what I paid I've had better elsewhere locally.

Cleanliness seems an issue, t

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

03 Oct 2025

Peter

Pet friendly, lovely setting

Leisure Pet

8/10

Excellent

03 Oct 2025

David

Comfortable room and good service in the restaurant

Business

8/10

Excellent

03 Oct 2025

Steve wells

Room was good with a lovely view over the river and the meal in the restaurant was good quality.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2025

Paula

Lovely setting right on The Thames and very dog friendly. I would suggest a bin for doggie poo would be very useful.

Leisure Pet

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2025

Dave

Lovely place by the river.

I'm a regular visitor still never had a bad visit.

Good food and service. Room are great.

Business

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2025

Dave

Lovely place by the river

I'm a regular visitor still never had a bad visit.

Good food and service. Room are great.

Business

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2025

Dave

Lovely place by the river.

I'm a regular visitor still never had a bad visit.

Good food and service. Room are great.

Business

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2025

Dave

Lovely place by the river.

I'm a regular visitor still never had a bad visit.

Good food and service. Room are great.

Business

8/10

Excellent

15 Aug 2025

Verified traveler

Riverside

Spent 1 night at this hotel. Room was very comfortable and enjoyed the breakfast. Location lovely, next to the river. Very peaceful.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Aug 2025

Sarah

Great location and good value

6/10

Pleasant

06 Aug 2025

Stephanie

Hotel decor needs updating. Single bedroom very cramped, also bathroom. Food OK.

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

03 Aug 2025

Mandy

Room tired

Very clean ans comfy bed but very tured . Needs attention to chipped paint, tiles . Whole place needs a revamp .

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Jul 2025

Verified traveler

This was our 3rd stay here, the hotel has had some refurbishment and looks lovely and clean.
Staff are all extremely friendly.
Breakfast was very good with a good choice.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2025

Michael

The Hotel is in a lovely location, right next to the River Thames.
The Staff were very helpful, friendly and accommodating.
The Room was lovely and clean with a great view of the River
We stayed at the Hotel for two nights and had Dinner both nights. The Food was really nice and again, service was good.
If I was being picky, it would’ve been nice to have had some complimentary Bottled Water in the Room on arrival.
I would certainly stay here again and plan to do so in a few months time.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jul 2025

Mark

Riverview from the room. Clean and quite room.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2025

Margaret

Good

8/10

Excellent

10 Jul 2025

Marie

Nice wee hotel

Bed was comfortably, room clean, uptodate ensuite. Tea coffee and kettle in room with border b8scuit!Staff polite and very helpful. Loads of parking at the canal. Food delicious. Stunning location by the canal l9vely sunset watching from patio with a drink of your choice.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2025

Jean

This is the second time this year that I've stayed in this hotel and I am happy to recommend it.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2025

S

Fabulous Thameside Location

Fantastic location right on the banks of the Thames River, ample fee parking and plenty of lovely country & riverside walks.
Staff extremely friendly & helpful and food first class, breakfast freshly cooked and plentiful.
River view room spacious with great views.
Only downside is the hotel in general is looking a bit neglected and could do with a refurb.
Enjoyed the stay and would book again.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2025

David

Great Hotel for the Price

The Hotel building itself is dated however the service and rooms were top notch, the location is simply outstanding especially if you are a walker ( try the Thames Path )... As for the Staff they are awesome, simply awesome...

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2025

Christine

Beautiful place to stay

Beautiful place to stay and excellent service from staff , highly recommended

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2025

Janet

Very shabby paintwork outside & inside, needs some TLC Food was lovely apart from rubbery scrambled eggs! Room had plenty of space & very comfy bed. Great shower. Very surprised at having to pay on arrival, seems they didn't trust us!!!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2025

Neviana

I did like the staff helpful and considerate. It was pleasure to be there.

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

03 Jun 2025

Philip

Beautiful setting. Hotel shows signs of neglect.

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2025

Eleanor Annie

Courtesy and friendliness of all staff, super food and lovely bedroom - we will come again!

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2025

graham

No better place on god's earth when the sun shines

3 nights and sunny during the day. I could quite happily not gone anywhere and just sat watching the river.
Breakfast very good. No draught bitter in bar but rough it with bottle's of speckled hen.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 May 2025

Aziz

Review:This hotel boasts a beautiful riverside location and offers a warm welcome, with friendly staff who were particularly helpful in resolving issues I encountered. My room was clean, and the bathroom was pleasant. The weather was warm, and the room was equipped with a fan. I had a comfortable night's sleep in the bed. Breakfast was a highlight, featuring a good quality buffet with a variety of juices, cereals, and breads, along with a cooked selection and great-tasting coffee.However, the hotel is showing its age and could benefit from a refurbishment. The carpets are worn, and the doors lacked proper handles. While the location and staff were definite positives, a general update is needed to bring the hotel up to modern standards.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2025

Dave

Lovely staff as always, food spot on again.

Room was lovely.

Business

8/10

Excellent

16 Apr 2025

Dave

A little tired in places but food, comfort and service to great!

Business

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2025

Adam

Really enjoyed our 3 night stay here.
Room 38 was clean and a good size.
Shower great, water always hot.
Food and drink was of good quality.
Pleasant staff. Check in easy.
Hotel being updated so communal areas a bit tired.
Nevertheless, we would stay here again

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Apr 2025

Jennifer

Beautiful river venue gorgeous, room needed updating- windows over river misted. Food very good.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Apr 2025

Eric

Older facility but well maintained with lots of charm and picturesque location on the Thames River. Excellent dining on site.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Mar 2025

Lisa

Great location, fantastic food

Have stayed here a few times now when working in the area, rooms have been really clean and comfortable. Food in bar area has been fantastic. Friendly team of staff from reception to breakfast in the morning the cherry on top as a lovely team

Business

10/10

Exceptional

27 Feb 2025

Talbot

Rooms with a view

Super view of the river Thames. Well presented and tasty food.

Business

4/10

Poor

25 Feb 2025

Verified traveler

Service is very friendly and food is good. I had a decent room, very affordable and in good condition.

However, I stayed during a raining episode though and in a room directly under the roof. I had rats running like crazy most night and they were very load (maybe chased) kept me up most of the night. I usually like this hotel, bit this happened the last night of my stay and it probably won't make me come back.

Business

6/10

Pleasant

21 Feb 2025

Julie

Tired decor but warm welcome

The brilliant staff offer a warm and friendly welcome and serve the most delicious breakfast menu. We were very impressed that they were able to cater for our child, who has a dairy allergy.

The family accommodation was warm and had a lovely view of the river and scenic bridge. Beds were comfortable, but we were disappointed with the cleanliness of our accommodation upon arrival. Management dealt with our complaint speedily, and to their credit, offered a partial refund by way of an apology. Overall, this was a lovely place to stay due to the staff and menu.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2025

Steve

Working stay

Exactly what I expected. Very helpful and friendly staff. Clean and tidy. Food was varied and very good.

Business

8/10

Excellent

20 Feb 2025

Verified traveler

Good-sized bedroom and bathroom. Lighting in bedroom rather dim. Decor on stairs and landing needing updating. Enjoyed evening meal in bar area, although the room was a little chilly. Good full-english breakfast and swift service.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jan 2025

andrew ALLEGRO PACKETS

Tired needs a huge refresh

I hate doing bad reviews so let’s start with the positive. It’s a nice location. Staff I met were pleasant. The whole place is tired threadbare carpets, peeling paint a bed that sags where people sit and tie shoelaces. Clean but so so tired. I won’t be going back.

Business

8/10

Excellent

26 Jan 2025

ANDREW

Room was comfortable. Plenty towels and shampoo etc. Good food. Reception staff helpful. Lovely view of the Thames.
Could do with hooks behind the door to hang coats on and a few coat hangers in the wardrobe! Inside of cupboard, very dusty.

Business_and_leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jan 2025

Helen

Lovely staff

Pleasant hotel with lovely staff

Business

6/10

Pleasant

24 Jan 2025

Richard

Half the food on menu not available Two hand pumps on the bar no cask beer available

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

31 Dec 2024

Rob

Very tired dated and small room. Strange wiring to bedside lights (with no bulbs) heating not working, been given a small electric radiator in the corner of the room.
Scruffy walls with chunks out of them.
Certainly not a £135 room.
More like £40-50.
Not impressed

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Dec 2024

Patricia

Beautiful. Always stop over on my way to work . Good service

Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Dec 2024

Russell

Lovely room

The stairs and entrance are really tired and thread bear but the room was nice and comfortable with a lovely bathroom

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

13 Nov 2024

Philippa

Food was very very good. Staff pleasant, friendly and helpful. Cleanliness good. Beautiful white tablecloths and napkins. View from hotel is fabulous as it’s right on river with barges. Building is unfortunately very tired and needs complete renovation and painting.

Leisure Friends

2/10

Poor

07 Nov 2024

Elliot

Mould in bathroom, fire alarm went off at 04:30am, lock for the door broken. Room was grubby

Business

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2024

Jordan

Beautiful Riverside views, fantastic location, all staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. Would love to stay again.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Nov 2024

Andrew

The Snug

Perfectly serviceable stay in a cozy and tidy room called The Snug.

Business

8/10

Excellent

25 Oct 2024

Vince

Just the job

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Oct 2024

Jennifer

Very good

Lovely view over the river. Dinner very good. Room, very comfortable with excellent bathroom. Very good for our overnight stay

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Oct 2024

Denise

Overnight stay, good nights sleep, polite and friendly staff. Hallway and stair wells could do with a makeover.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2024

Rosemary

Warm welcome on arrival. Friendly, helpful staff.
Lovely, comfortable room overlooking the river Thames.

Super tasty breakfast every morning - definitely try the Eggs Benedict - yum !!

Excellent location for travelling to our events. Would stay here again if visiting the area.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Oct 2024

MARK

Perfect for our overnight stay!
Food quality was an unexpected bonus! We had a lovely evening meal with helpful service. Breakfast was very good too.
Hotel itself was in great position next to the river. Decor was very tired in accomodation areas, but our room was clean, well furnished & the bed very comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2024

Anthony

Impromptu one night stay

Lovely location next to the river,
Excellent food and service, free breakfast.
Was running a wedding reception too and easily coped with other guests

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2024

Lisa

Fantastic food , great staff and lovely room

Food here was amazing, staff very friendly and attentive giving a really smooth service. Room was lovely comfortable and spacious and well decorated

8/10

Excellent

25 Sep 2024

Verified traveler

Lovely room, especially size, although it looked like it was undergoing some ongoing repairs. Generally tidy, initial walk through corridors looked a bit like whole hotel was in need of some TLC room was better. Generally quiet, although noise from road on occasion but also noisy guests leaving around midnight disturbed us.

Business Partner

6/10

Pleasant

23 Sep 2024

Elliott

Present stay but in need of some refurbishments

Overall was ok… room was in a questionable state it was relatively modern but furnished with broken/tired items and old TV.

Good condiments provided.

Corridors were very dated and could do with a big refurbishment as carpets are worn, ripped and peeled upwards.

Car park is not clear when it comes with paying, I wasn’t aware parking was covered if staying in the hotel and signage didn’t indicate this.

Staff, service and food were of a good quality and good portions.

Location is lovely.

Business

6/10

Pleasant

18 Sep 2024

Brian

The location and views were spectacular. The breakfast was very tasty but the service was average. The decor needed modernising

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Sep 2024

Rachel

Overall, we thought the Hotel was good and the location was great for Oxford and the surrounding area. Unfortunately it was a bit shabby in the corridors but the room was nice and clean. The food was excellent, we couldn’t fault it and the staff were really nice and friendly.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

16 Sep 2024

Scott

Lovely picturesque. Room spacious and clean. Property in whole could do with a bit TLC in areas. Free parking bonus.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2024

Christopher

Very nice room, bathroom. Comfortable bed and spectacular location. We’ll definitely stay here again.