Top Boutique Hotels in Faringdon (2026)

Just beside the River Thames, The Trout at Tadpole Bridge enjoys an beautiful location between Oxford and the Cotswolds. Less than 3 miles from the village of Bampton, this award-winning 17th-century inn provides luxurious rooms and high-quality dining recommended by, among others, the Good Food Guide. Each guest room has been individually designed and includes a flat-screen TV with tea and coffee facilities. All have an private bathroom with a bath or shower, where toiletries and bathrobes are supplied. An extensive breakfast menu includes Cereals, fruits & pastries, and a menu with hot breakfast choices including a Full English Breakfast. There is also fruit juice and a selection of coffees and teas. The Trout at Tadpole Bridge offers a relaxed, informal setting for dining and enjoying real ales and fine wine. Oxford is around 17 miles from The Trout at Tadpole Bridge, and picturesque Cotswolds destinations including Burford and Bourton-on-the-Water are 20-30 minutes’ drive away. Nearby Bampton has featured as a location in the popular TV drama ‘Downton Abbey’.

- "Excellent" - "The trout has recently been refurbished to a high and thoughtful standard. The bedroom was very comfortable and well equipped. Lovely outside space to sit in the Sun and cozy eating areas inside. The staff were extremely helpful. We went off season and it was quiet however there is a large Teepee style wedding venue in the garden so best check if there is a function on." - "Lovely decor and atmosphere." - "Beautiful rooms finished to a very high standard, staff couldn't have been more helpful , great value for money"

Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, The Greyhound Inn is set in the village of Letcombe Regis, 1.2 mi from Wantage and 15 mi from Oxford. Free private parking is available on site. Every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. You will find a kettle in the room. All rooms are equipped with a private private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. Guests can enjoy a drink and dining in the village pub set on the ground floor of the building. Reading is 22 mi from The Greyhound Inn, while Swindon is 14 mi from the property. The nearest airport is London Heathrow Airport, 43 mi from the property.

- "Lovely staff, food and room." - "Relaxed, friendly, good service. Lovely room (Oxford) and really good food in the restaurant." - "Perfect country pub, lovely atmosphere, real fires, great food and drinks. The staff were all lovely and so attentive. Rooms very comfortable and full of character." - "Great food staff and decor" - "Lovely warm welcome, exceptional food and a great cosy room, many thanks" - "Clean, friendly and easy with exceptional food"

Thyme is located on a country estate in the Cotswolds, 26.1 miles from Oxford. Guests can enjoy breakfasts and suppers in the Tithe Barn. Lunches and dinners in served the property's restaurant, The Swan. Refreshments are available in the guest drawing rooms and the cocktail bar, The Baa. Free private parking and free WiFi are available at the property. Rooms at Thyme are housed in separate historic buildings in the Farmhouse, the Lodge and the Courtyard. Each room comes with a coffee machine, biscuits and a nightcap. A private bathroom with toiletries and a bath or shower is also provided. Guests have access to the hotel's drawing rooms, and are invited to wander around the landscaped gardens. Tours of the kitchen garden and farm are also available. The Cookery School at Thyme offers private classes as well as a general program. Dining events are held in the Tithe Barn throughout the year. Now partnering with probiotic skincare experts Aurelia, Thyme offers facials, body rituals and massages in the Farmhouse Treatment Room. Spa opening soon. Clay pigeon shooting, cycle hire and walking maps are available at the hotel. Cheltenham is 26 mi from Thyme, while Stow-on-the-Wold is 17 mi away. Bristol Airport is 65 mi from the property, and Charlbury railway station is 16 mi away.

- "The estate is modelled to perfection, tastefully designed and furnished with mostly excellent service. Rooms were balanced in design and lighting, it was a truly lovely space to be in." - "Pool, breakfast" - "Absolutely everything" - "Staff and service was excellent. We got a flat tire one night and they were able to assist us with booking AA the next morning. The property was gorgeous and tucked away in a quiet town. The room was spacious, warm, and clean. We were able to drive to our room to drop off/pick up our heavy luggage. Breakfast was delicious and they served generous portions. We enjoyed our walk around the property and the garden tour."