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 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Lynda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The food was delicious and all the staff were very well trained and provided an excellent service. They were very attentive and took lots of care.
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Well situated with good facilities and attentive staff
Phoebe
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Both room and breakfast met all expectations. Also, staff were friendly, polite and professional. Many thanks for a very comfortable and pleasant 2-day stay!
Dawn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Amazing hotel and great value for money. Room and staff were fantastic. Would recommend a stay here in this historic hotel. Food was lovely as well.
Martin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Attentive, helpful staff. Hotel and rooms were warm and clean. Food excellent.
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The Hotel was clearly under professional management and met all our expectations.
Haylo2704
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Loved every thing about this hotel. Our room was clean, comfy bed. Very peaceful. Staff were all very friendly. Ate in the bar both nights of our stay. Food was amazing. Breakfast just as nice. Couldn't fault our stay one bit. Highly recommend.
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Charming hotel with proper character rooms. Lovely heating, and huge double bed. Food was absolutely fantastic and the staff are so accommodating and friendly.
Christina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Stunning hotel in gorgeous village, beautiful inside and out, staff were great . Room was lovely, spotless and comfortable and was dog friendly.
Jorge
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Amazing, beautiful, peaceful... We had a very nice relaxing time. Thanks

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
The Talbot Eatery & Coffee House
  • Cuisine
    British • International • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough - The Coaching Inn Group

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

House rules

The Talbot Hotel, Oundle , Near Peterborough - The Coaching Inn Group takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

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

0 - 4 years
Cot upon request
£5 per child, per night
5 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night

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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.