Macdonald Bear Hotel, Woodstock, Midlands

• Quintessentially English hideaway: Discover all the charms of an Oxfordshire Cotswolds market town from the rustic Macdonald Bear Hotel. Set in a former 13th-century coaching inn, this ivy-clad abode offers plenty of traditional charm, alongside buckets of modern amenities to ensure an undeniably comfortable stay.
  
  

• British classics: Macdonald Bear Hotel has a great restaurant offering modern British cuisine, created using seasonal produce from the local countryside. Nestled into the heart of the hotel, it enjoys views over the quiet courtyard. Afternoon tea is also available and is not one to be missed.
  
  

• Cotswolds charm: The property is located in the heart of Woodstock with its own charm and character. Walks can be enjoyed around the surrounding charming Cotswold countryside; it’s also within walking distance of the world-famous Blenheim Palace, a World Heritage Site with over 300 years of history. 

How to get there

Macdonald Bear Hotel is a two-hour drive from London. By train, you're 20 minutes from Oxford station, which has links to London and other major cities. If you'd like to make the most of the glorious location on the edge of the Cotswolds, we recommend you arrive by car. On-site parking is available for an extra charge. 

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.