The Lion Waddesdon Hotel
51.845799, -0.923195
Overview
Family-run Victorian coaching inn in the village of Waddesdon
Accommodations & Amenities
The Lion Waddesdon offers spacious ensuite rooms with daily housekeeping and a choice of rear annexe or front-facing rooms. Rooms include tea and coffee making facilities, a television, and a modern bathroom with toiletries. The hotel provides free parking for all guests at the rear of the property.
Dining
The on-site restaurant serves classic British food sourced from local suppliers, with a menu that changes daily. The head chef, a trained sous-vide specialist, prepares dishes such as turkey and bacon pie on a bed of mash. Guests can dine in the outdoor area or the pub's main bar, which offers a wide selection of drinks including Timothy Taylor ale.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The Lion at Waddesdon is a five-minute drive from Waddesdon Manor, a 16th-century French château-style house with art by Gainsborough and Reynolds. Bicester Village, a designer outlet centre, is 20 minutes away by car. Aylesbury market town is 8 km from the hotel, and Heathrow, Birmingham, and Luton airports are all within an hour's drive.
Business & Events
The Lion Waddesdon Hotel offers flexible meeting spaces for corporate events and private functions. The hotel can accommodate wakes and family gatherings, with staff providing dedicated service for such events. High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the property for business travellers.
Entertainment & Family Atmosphere
The pub hosts regular live music sessions and family quizzes, creating a social environment for guests. A barber/beauty shop is located on site for convenience. The hotel is adults-only for accommodation, but the pub and dining areas welcome families during opening hours.
- Location: 5-minute drive to Waddesdon Manor, 20 minutes to Bicester Village
- Dining: Classic British food from a trained sous-vide chef, local ingredients
- Rooms: Spacious ensuite rooms with daily housekeeping and free parking
- Events: Flexible meeting spaces for corporate and private functions
- Entertainment: Live music, family quizzes, and a bar with Timothy Taylor ale
- Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, outdoor dining area, barber/beauty shop on site
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
Essential information about The Lion Waddesdon Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 118 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 400 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 51.9 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | London Luton, LTN |
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