The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough - The Coaching Inn Group
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 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Room service
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- 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.”
John
Australia“Everything. Fantastic ambiance. Very comfortable. Lovely staff.”- Angela United Kingdom“We liked everything. The room. The staff. The facilities. The most relaxed couple of days we've had in a long time. We will be visiting again.”
- Dan
Sweden“Pre-drinks in well stocked bar. Dinner menu good. Well cooked. Generous portions. Good breakfast menu. I had the full English. Excellent. My wife had something else. She was satisfied too. Free hotel parking at the back. Free wifi worked well.” 
Charles Australia“The Talbot is a wonderful place to stay as a solo traveler with a great breakfast”- Gowlett United Kingdom“Beautiful village and hotel, facilities were amazing and staff were very polite and friendly. I am going to stay here again and explore the village. Breakfast was delightful and plenty of options, cooked, cereals, fruit, and more.”
- Tuija United Kingdom“Character, atmosphere, decoration, clean; great restaurant and lovely staff”
- David United Kingdom“Location, free car parking and great atmosphere in a quirky environment.”
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.
