Name: Crazy Bear Hotel Stadhampton
Address: Bear Lane Stadhampton, Stadhampton, OX447UR, GB

6/10

Pleasant

24 Jul 2026

Russell

The venue is superb overall. One thing I found was there was no buffet continental breakfast, you had to sit and ask for corn flakes and a cup of tea which took ages to arrive.
There was never any staff around so I ask the guy watering the plants who as it turned out also was doing breakfast and wasn't that happy.
Maybe under staffed.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2026

Hollie

We had an amazing two night stay here! We had a Boujee room with a bath at the end of the bed, a wet room and a courtyard terrace. Exceptional value.
From the second we ‘checked in’ on the bus reception everyone was fun, friendly and so relaxed. We were walked to our room where all services and amenities were explained on the way and it made the arrival so exciting.

The room itself was really fun and funky and really helps you relax just being yourself (there’s not much room for privacy from your partner!) we found it a great way to just find the joy in all the quirks. (A bath tub which fills from the ceiling is definitely a quirk!)

The gardens were beautiful with just the right level of music. Drinks were lovely and whilst we didn’t eat here, the food smelled amazing!

Throughout the whole stay every staff member we passed made pleasantries and made you feel welcome any time day or night.

With a BP/M&S next door (though you really don’t here any noise), a £20 uber to Oxford and a 25 minute drive to Bicester Village, literally everything about this unique hotel was great from style and service to location.

Expectations absolutely exceeded. We will most definitely be back!

Thank you Crazy Bear team!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2026

Graham

A great hotel for a one night stay, just want we needed. The only downside was our room, although fantastic was up a residential street meaning getting back to the car park wasn’t easy

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Jul 2026

Hanan

We had an excellent stay. From the moment I arrived, the staff were warm, welcoming, and professional. The room was spotless, spacious, and very comfortable, with all the
amenities I needed for a relaxing.
Will visit again

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

Benjamin

The room was amazing. The staff was super helpful and Friendly would definitely recommend.
I’ll definitely be booking again

Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

Julia

Lovely hotel, room and grounds excellent an enjoyable stay and will definitely be going back. Thank you

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2026

Elise

It was the most perfect room, we stayed in one of the decadent rooms at is was perfect from the decor to the bed and walk in shower wet room it was glorious. The most perfect escape to relax with everything you need, it was beautiful in the heat with the air conditioning being perfect and the room cool from the second we walked in. Dinner and Breakfast were faultless it was the most delicious food. I only have one fault of opening the cupboard containing the dressrobes and ironing it appears a previous guest left a pair of socks and these had not been removed so unsure on the level to which the room was cleaned & inspected before hand. Would definitely go back with the hope no more belongings would be left for us to find

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Jun 2026

Lyle

No door on the bathroom in the bedroom, which wouldn't be a problem if I couldn't see the toilet from the bed. If you'd like privacy when you go to the toilet, this might not be for you. But other than that, the venue is amazing and the staff were incredible

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2026

Joy

Very quirky hotel with some unique features

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2026

Jenny

Great place, really friendly staff, good price

Business

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2026

Alexander

This quirky decadent hotel is my favourite place to stay in the UK with my partner. Relax, embrace and self-indulge. Can't go wrong. Can't wait to return very soon.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

Parminder

The rooms are amazing, the restaurant is 10/10. Staff are friendly and attentive. Can not wait to go back in the summer

Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2026

Alais

Beautiful venue, great food in the Thai restaurant. Great service. Stunning hotel 🔥

Self

6/10

Pleasant

09 May 2026

Kingsley

Room was really quirky and decorated well. Some cob webs on lights, windows and headboard had a bit of musty smell.

Room got very warm at night, air conditioning wasn't great.

Staff were excellent though, really helpful and cheerful. Food at the restaurant was fantastic too.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 May 2026

Jerry

This hotel has deteriorated over time. The decor in places a bit worn. I would not pay the full price for a room.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2026

Eleanor

Great stay

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Apr 2026

Lynne

The room was really dark and I didn't like the open plan layout with the toilet in the bedroom (no privacy). The room décor was tired and the jacuzzi didn't work. Only 5 hangers which the staff quickly remedied. Lovely long decking area but it hadn't been cleaned and had no decking furniture so you couldn't sit outside. The staff were absolutely super though and the food was amazing. We ate in the Thai restaurant one evening which was great. Also the Oak Restaurant and again the food was super - and we had a really great breakfast each day. The whole place is fantastically unique, quirky and beautiful when all lit up at night. The farm shop 2 mins walk up the road is a must - it was fabulous and again the staff were absolutely super, friendly and very helpful. Oh and the bed and pillows were fantastically comfortable so we slept really well - just what you need when away for a country break!

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Helen

Fabulous room & lovely staff. Loved the quirky features and beautiful grounds. Will be back

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2026

Jo

Lots of free parking available. Loved the check in on the red bus. Room was cozy and very quirky. Lovely meal, cocktails and staff.

Partner

4/10

Poor

08 Apr 2026

Jason

Having never stayed before at the Crazy Bear I went in with high expectations, however I didn’t realise the room which was meant to be a decent level, was the size of a postage stamp, just enough room for a double bed, no spa even though it was advertised as that’s the other venue not Steadhampton. Overall less than impressed, especially for the money, probably the most expensive hotel you can stay in per square foot, which was about 12.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Apr 2026

Peter

Very friendly staff and nice taster meal in restaurant

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Mar 2026

Adrian

Helpful and attentive staff, amazing breakfast and easy parking. The Crazy Bear is certainly quirky but in a very endearing way.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2026

Stephen

All perfect

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2026

Sinclair

The staff were great and made the stay much better. It was an unforgettable experience, and we will return again in the near future!

Partner

4/10

Poor

21 Dec 2025

Philip Paul

Way too expensive.
Very dark the wife couldnt see properly to put on make up.
No where to hang the towel or dressing giwn in the bathroom.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Dec 2025

Tom

Jenni.

8/10

Excellent

16 Dec 2025

Gary

Was really good we were room only, very bougie for our wedding anniversary. Would of given it 5 stars but there was a delay in getting the security deposit back which was debitted and not held! Had to chase to get it credited back to our account.

2/10

Poor

12 Dec 2025

Ian

Terrible room, mould in bathroom, peeling decor, condensation, shower gel empty, room directly below smoking area, no breakfast, asked for a refund, offered £150 off next stay, refused and got pushed us back to Hotel.com, great value at £300 a night, not. We did have a great Thai meal but that was about it.

2/10

Poor

01 Dec 2025

Grace

2 days before our stay we get a call to let us know there will be a party taking place and the rooms are directly above it! The receptionist who made the call was shocking and felt like she couldn’t care less that I spent virtually £400 on a room for the Hubby’s birthday and a big event was going on until 1:00 in the morning! We ate food on site which was lovely but each time we had drinks we were met with different prices for the exact order. We question it every time but were met with that’s what the till says! To top off this horrendous stay - staff entered our room at 12:30 in the morning without warning, frightening us thinking we were being attacked no calling out to see if anyone was in the room before entering just flung the door open. 5 minutes later as we were getting changed to find a manager the door unlocks again in the middle of me and my husband getting changed. The staff claimed a drunken guest claimed they had checked out of our room but didn’t bother to check their systems to see we were not checked out. I was told there and then by the manager we would get a full refund yet nobody has called me today - receptionist in the morning was also clueless claiming she had no idea what had happened the previous night and changed her mind not even 5 minutes later to say I would get a refund! Eagerly awaiting a refund before I escalate further as it totally ruined my husbands birthday and were scared all night that we had to barricade the door.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Oct 2025

Rachel

Our stay here was for an on-site wedding. The event was well run, food was lovely and staff were good.

The area around was lovely, safe enough for children to have a run around. I liked that the evening disco in one room and there were other areas if you wanted to sit out, chat with friends and family

Our room was comfortable, the decor is quirky but

6/10

Pleasant

08 Oct 2025

zhiqing

The room is incredibly small, dark and humid. cheaply decorated with old fashion

Business

10/10

Exceptional

02 Oct 2025

Alison

Nothing to fault

On check in we were gifted an upgrade and given the option of two rooms which was quite unexpected. The staff were happy and chatty with us. We had a meal in the Thai restaurant which was really delicious. Nothing really to fault

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Sep 2025

Glenn

Everything fantastic bed a little uncomfortable

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Aug 2025

R

Amazing

Amazing place, very relaxing, Thai food was amazing

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Aug 2025

lewis

Comfy room and excellent staff

The staff were amazing and polite. The food was excellent but breakfast a little costly. The room was unique to say the least but too dark! Bed so comfortable, decor a little tired

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2025

Lauren

Great Style

Loved the style of this hotel, it’s beautiful all over and so lovely to stay in. The bed was lovely and comfortable and the pillows were really soft and lovely.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

10 Aug 2025

Aarron

The hotel and grounds itself, it very quirky and clean. The sitting area is very nice and loooks lovely in the evening.

The Boujee room was great. From the comfortable bed, to the unique bath. We also had a decking area where we could sit outside which was an added bonus.

Onto the slightly more negative comments. Whilst the room was lovely, we had no idea how to work the aircon, lights or bath. It wouldve been nice if someone gave us a quick tour before leaving us to it. We were also told that the Jacuzzi jets in the bath were disconnected and does not work, which was disappointing.

It would've been appreciated if a member of staff would walk round the grounds in the evening to make sure everyone was ok. Us along with a couple of other guests were saying how cold it was outside yet none of the fire pits were lit or the gas heaters were moved into an area where people could use them.

Lastly, we were told we had to leave an £150 deposit which would be given back at the end. £150 felt abit steep to be honest.

To summarise, it is a really quirky place to stay which I assume why its a tad pricey. The rooms, staff and grounds are great, however there is nothing to do at all which is walking distance. Drinks service whilst sitting outshde is non existent.

Lovely place to stay, but would like a little bit more outside outside of the actual room.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2025

Matthew

Great experience and the Thai restaurant was fantastic!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2025

Roy

Outrageous hotel in a great way

Everything you see in the pictures come to life this is the most indulgent, bonkers, erotic, funny, satisfying place you will stay at

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2025

Julie

We had a great stay. The staff were very helpful & friendly.
Our room was fantastic, very unique. Thank you for a lovey stay.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Jun 2025

Verified traveler

Another great Crazy Bear experience!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 May 2025

Sciobhan

Unique

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

16 May 2025

Stephanie

I had seen this hotel many a time and was excited to stay. The hotel was not like their website had lead me to believe. Our room was off site, in a converted house. Having to walk past a bunch of residential homes to get to.

The Furniture was very outdated with paint flaking off - notably on the bed with space for two hands and cracks in the mirrors. Trying to control the many a lights was like trying to control a spaceship.

No atmosphere but the staff were lovely

5* prices but not a 5* experience.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2025

Ben

All good

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2025

Kerry

Quirky

The room was very small but quirky. The bed was very comfortable. Shower room ended up with water ever where once we had a shower and there was nothing to push the water down the plug.. hotel surrounding were simply beautiful

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2025

Joanna

Great experience!

2/10

Poor

15 Apr 2025

Verified traveler

1/5

Room was unique but felt dirty
Bath fills from ceiling which caused the roof to be disgusting.
Restaurant is extremely expensive,

You have a 5 minute walk to the rooms for reception as it’s actually a house you stay in

Alcohol is expensive

Wouldn’t recommend

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

06 Mar 2025

shalini

Too dark

I was looking forward to this stay but was slightly disappointed. The room was small and dark and the shower water didn’t drain properly. The hand wash in the bathroom was empty and when reported su was given some shower gel sample bottles!!! The phone in the room did not function or not answered so had to come down to reception to report.
Also disappointed that the Thai restaurant is closed on Tuesday which was not mentioned in the website!! So we had to eat what was on offer in the English restaurant.
The hotel grounds and garden was beautiful with the greenery and the lights
I accept the Rustic theme but seemed a bit outdated!!!! The staff at the bar were helpful and seemed helpful!

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

05 Feb 2025

Stephen

Dear Sir/Madam
I didn't actually arrive for my booking, sadly my Mum has a terminal illness and I had to stay at home as she took a turn for the worse.
Kind regards

Steve

2/10

Poor

04 Feb 2025

Adam

They Made us pay £100 extra for a room that we already booked and paid for originally.
Cobwebs all over the room carpet was dirty
The bath took five hours to fill up
The food in the restaurant was despicable
Won’t be going back any time soon