The Spread Eagle Hotel - Thame

$$$$||View on mapThame, United Kingdom16/17 Cornmarket, Thame., Thame, United Kingdom, OX9 2BW|
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The Spread Eagle Hotel - Thame
16/17 Cornmarket, Thame., Thame, United Kingdom, OX9 2BW·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.2Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.9
Staff8.2
Lowest Rated
Comfort7.6
Value for money7.4
Facilities7.0
Free WiFi7.0
Who stays here
Couples52%
Solo22%
Families14%
Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.2Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.9
Staff8.2
Lowest Rated
Comfort7.6
Value for money7.4
Facilities7.0
Free WiFi7.0
Who stays here
Couples52%
Solo22%
Families14%
Groups9%

16th-century coaching inn in Thame with a Michelin-starred chef and murder mystery events

Dining at The Spread Eagle Hotel

The Eden Bar and Grill at The Spread Eagle Hotel Thame serves a fresh English menu with a 'comfort cooking' section. The restaurant is led by acclaimed chef Raymond Blanc, who has earned the hotel award-winning dining recognition. Breakfast offers a cooked English breakfast and a continental buffet, with ingredients that include quality local produce.

Rooms and Suites

The Spread Eagle Hotel offers 35 individually styled bedrooms, including garden rooms with direct access to a shared lawn and suites like the Hayloft Suite with a separate living area. Each room is decorated in a unique, eclectic style reflecting the building's 400-year history. Garden rooms feature French windows opening onto the grassed courtyard, while town-facing rooms look onto the historic high street.

Entertainment and Events

Spread Eagle Thame hosts regular murder mystery dinners and themed dinner nights that draw on the hotel's historic atmosphere. The hotel is a major filming location for Midsomer Murders, and its flexible event spaces can accommodate up to 200 guests for weddings or conferences. Live music performances take place in the bar area, adding to the evening entertainment options.

Location and Nearby Attractions

The Spread Eagle Hotel Thame sits on the high street of historic Thame, which has a 2 km-long main street. The hotel is within easy reach of Oxford, the Bicester Outlet Village, and the Chiltern Hills. Nearby attractions also include the historic town of Aylesbury and multiple filming sites used in the Midsomer Murders series.

Pet-Friendly and Family Amenities

The Spread Eagle Thame is a pet-friendly hotel that provides pet bowls and allows dogs in garden rooms. Family rooms are available, and the hotel offers kids' meals in the restaurant. Guests with pets can use the garden courtyard for easy access without passing through the main building.

  • Dining: Eden Bar and Grill by Raymond Blanc
  • Rooms: 35 individually styled bedrooms including garden rooms and suites
  • History: 16th-century inn hosting King Charles II and Evelyn Waugh
  • Entertainment: Murder mystery dinners and themed nights
  • Location: Midsomer Murders filming location and close to Oxford
  • Pet-friendly: Dogs welcome with pet bowls and garden access
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-22:30
from 07:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A american breakfast is served and charges are applicable. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Year renovated:2009
Number of rooms:32
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Rooms and availability

Business Ensuite Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Private bathroom
Ensuite Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Private bathroom
Business Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Garden view
  • Private bathroom
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports activities

Golf course

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area

Room view

  • Garden view
  • Courtyard view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Spread Eagle Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 65 £
📏 Distance to centre 200 m
✈️ Distance to airport 58.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport London Heathrow, LHR

Location

16/17 Cornmarket, Thame., Thame, United Kingdom, OX9 2BW
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16/17 Cornmarket, Thame., Thame, United Kingdom, OX9 2BW
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16/17 Cornmarket, Thame., Thame, United Kingdom, OX9 2BW
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Church
St Mary's Church
580 m
Restaurant
Cornfield Bakery
60 m
Restaurant
The Woodworks Trading
100 m
Restaurant
Thame Fried Chicken
240 m
Restaurant
Atalay's Kebab Van
280 m

Reviews of The Spread Eagle Hotel

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FAQ about The Spread Eagle Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at The Spread Eagle Hotel hotel?
Staying at a distance of 2.7 km from The Spread Eagle Hotel hotel, guests will find one of the top-rated landmarks, Thame Park, whereas Notley Abbey is 3.1 km away.
Which landmarks are closest to The Spread Eagle Hotel?
Guests of The Spread Eagle Hotel can visit The Players Theatre (just a short drive from the accommodation), or St Mary's Church placed 7 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at this lovely hotel?
Yes, at this lovely hotel there are parking spaces provided on site.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the lovely 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel?
Unfortunately, the lovely 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but there is a variety of dining venues just outside the property. Visit pub Pad Thai at The Rising Sun for the taste of Asian cuisine (350 meters from the accommodation) or The Six Bells, which is famous for its British dishes (500 meters away).
Can I eat breakfast at the lovely 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the lovely 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the lovely 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel?
Guests of the lovely 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel can check in from 15:00 to 22:30 and check out from 07:00.
How much does a room in the hotel cost?
In a shopping area, 3-star hotels offer an average nightly rate of $106. Rooms at the hotel are $18 cheaper than the city average at only $88/night.
What payment methods are accepted in the lovely 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel?
At the lovely 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel, guests can pay using сash, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel comprise?
The 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel offers such room types as Guest Room, Queen Room, and Queen Suite.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the lovely 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel hotel?
Most rooms of the lovely 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel hotel include an adjoining terrace and a dining place as well as a flat-screen television.
Are there any business facilities featured at the 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel?
Yes, for business travellers the 3-star The Spread Eagle Hotel provides banquet and meeting facilities, and a photocopy machine.
Which facilities are provided in the hotel?
Top locations of the hotel include a storage for belongings and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service.
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