10/10 Excellent
Alan
8 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alan
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Bear and Ragged Staff
4.0 star property
Travelers enjoy garden views while savoring local flavors at this welcoming country inn, with easy access to nearby attractions for day trips
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Bear and Ragged Staff welcomes visitors with a charming garden and playground. The on-site restaurant serves local cuisine, and guests can relax with drinks at the bar. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected, and the staff is praised for their helpfulness.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Business services
Room options
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Double Room (Accessible by a steep stair case)
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
- Garden view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed
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Twin Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Digital channels
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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Family Room, Multiple Beds (Accessible by a steep stair case)
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
8 reviews
(8 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
- Garden view
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed, 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed
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King Room (Accessible by stairs, some steep and some wide and flat stairs)
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
15 reviews
(15 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
- Garden view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Premium Double Room
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Digital channels
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the area
Oxford is home to Bear and Ragged Staff. Oxford Playhouse and New Theatre Oxford are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Blenheim Palace and Oxford Castle. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Iffley Road Track or Kassam Stadium. Visit our Oxford travel guide
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28 Appleton Road, Cumnor, Oxford, England, OX2 9QH
What's nearby
Thames Path5 min drive - 4.8 km
University of Oxford8 min drive - 7.3 km
Oxford Castle8 min drive - 7.6 km- Said Business School8 min drive - 7.3 km
- Worcester College8 min drive - 7.3 km
Getting around
- Oxford Parkway Station15 min drive
- Heathrow Airport (LHR)66 min drive
Restaurants
- Royal Oxford Hotel13 min drive
- The Greyhound4 min drive
- The Plough Inn4 min drive
- McDonald's5 min drive
- The Bear & Ragged Staff
About this property
Bear and Ragged Staff
Upscale inn near University of Oxford
At Bear and Ragged Staff, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
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- Free self-parking
- Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and meeting rooms
- Smoke-free property
- Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Bear and Ragged Staff offer comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
- Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
- Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
- Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
- Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
Conveniences
- Luggage storage
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
- Meeting rooms
Outdoors
- Garden
- Terrace
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Free bottled water
More
- Desk
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
- Bar/lounge
- Dining venue
- Meeting facilities
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 20 for adults and from GBP 10 for children
- Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per accommodation, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Bear Ragged Staff Inn Oxford
Bear Ragged Staff Inn
Bear Ragged Staff Oxford
Bear and Ragged Staff Inn
Bear and Ragged Staff Oxford
Bear and Ragged Staff Inn Oxford
Frequently asked questions
Is Bear and Ragged Staff pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 25.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Bear and Ragged Staff?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Bear and Ragged Staff?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Bear and Ragged Staff?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Bear and Ragged Staff located?
Situated in Oxford, this inn is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Harcourt Hill Campus and within 6 miles (10 km) of University of Oxford and Thames River. Thames Path and Thames Path National Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Bear and Ragged Staff Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 276 out of 337 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 337 reviews
8 - Good
46
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 337 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 337 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 337 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
dean
7 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean large room excellent staff very friendly and helpful would highly recommend this hotel / pub in a lovely village not far from Oxford , Blenheim palace etc
dean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott
19 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this one inn, brilliant room, fantastic food and a great bar.
Scott
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeremias
14 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow - the staff was wonderful and welcoming. We loved this place and can highly recommend for a stay outside of Oxford
Jeremias
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Frank
21 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Frank
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Janette
10 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and cozy. Spacious room. Delicious food for dinner and breakfast. Friendly staff.
Janette
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maren
14 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property, we would definitely stay there again and recommend it to anybody. Plus the food was fantastic!
Maren
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
KARINE
31 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay, closevto Oxford city centre. Extremely friendly staff, wonderful breakfast, comfy rooms.
KARINE
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Derek
27 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room and very helpful and courteous staff. We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 night stay.
Derek
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joseph
20 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming in. Clean, quiet, and comfortable. Good restaurant and friendly helpful staff. Great breakfast. Convenient to sites and attractions.
Joseph
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was beautiful! I loved every minute of our stay and the history of the hotel is fascinating.
Kathleen
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Audrey
1 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, not too far from Oxford. Lovely bedroom, excellent food, great staff.
Audrey
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
James
12 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay 10/10
Had an amazing stay - Jon and his team really go above and beyond
Would definitely recommend and will be returning.
James
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris
6 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An excellent establishment!!
An excellent stay - room fresh and very clean - comfortable bed and great shower. I also used the restaurant which was excellent indeed.
I will definitely stay here again when I need to visit Oxford !
Chris
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
James
21 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks so much for a great stay! A beautiful grade two listed building, super friending and welcoming staff which was really appreciated, we'll be visiting again soon!
James
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elise
18 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding stay at this beautiful old pub/inn. The staff were incredibly gracious and welcoming. We were all just delighted to stay in this charming place. It was one of the highlights of our trip to the area.
Elise
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark
18 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thoroughly recommend
We both really enjoyed our stay, the staff are very attentive and friendly, nothing seemed to much trouble.
Our room was very comfortable and we both enjoyed the lovely food.
Mark
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Todd
4 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet place about 10 minutes away by car from the downtown area. Very good kitchen and pub on property. Great staff. Plenty of parking. Would recommend.
Todd
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bernadette
30 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so welcoming and helpful. Lovely spot to rest and unwind.
Bernadette
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
M L
30 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The most welcoming people. We turned up with our fur baby and she was absolutely spoilt, dog bed, bowls, treats and a ball.
Food was fabulous.
Highly recommended !
Will definitely book there again.
Thank you to all staff
M L
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Richard
5 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay, great room with an amazing shower. The staff were excellent and the breakfast was amazing. A great place all around.
Richard and Georgia Brisbane Australia.
Richard
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Friendly welcome. Nice room. Fantastic breakfast, probably best veggie breakfast I've had.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lucy
11 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent pub with rooms. The staff were all extremely helpful and friendly and we couldn't fault the service at all.
The rooms are very comfortable and well equipped. Would definitely recommend this place.
Lucy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
justin
14 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb service and attention to detail, from Giancarlo who greeted my wife and I , allowed us to check in early, through to the bar staff and restaurant team. Food great, could not have wished for better.
justin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stuart
15 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Hotel. Room was spotless and very comfortable. Evening meal was delicious, especially the Parsnip soup it was the best I've ever tasted. Staff were lovely & welcoming. Look forward to staying again.
Stuart
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024